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Reports Outline Apple’s 2026 Plan: Foldable iPhone, Staggered iPhone 18, and Major Mac Refresh

Industry reporting indicates Apple will stagger launches to manage supply and extend product lifecycles.

Overview

  • Multiple reports say Apple will not ship a standard iPhone 18 in 2026, with the base model now expected in spring 2027 as the company focuses on higher-end devices first.
  • The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are reportedly slated for fall 2026 alongside Apple’s first foldable iPhone, which is widely pegged for a debut in the same window.
  • Early-to-mid 2026 updates are expected across the Mac lineup with M5-family chips, including new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro configurations, Mac mini, and Mac Studio.
  • A redesigned MacBook Pro with OLED panels and touch support is rumored for late 2026 in the M6 era, with reports cautioning that the move to OLED could raise prices.
  • Apple is also said to be preparing a lower-cost MacBook for early 2026 that uses an A‑series iPhone chip to target entry-level buyers at an estimated $599–$699.