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Reports Point to Split 2026 iPhone Launches: Pro Models and Foldable in Fall, Base iPhone 18 in 2027

Reports cite production scaling, cost pressures, a growing lineup.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets say Apple is planning a staggered schedule with iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max plus a first foldable in fall 2026, with the standard iPhone 18 delayed to spring 2027, which Apple has not confirmed.
  • A Taiwanese supply‑chain note reported by India Today claims TSMC’s 2nm A20/A20 Pro chips could sharply raise per‑unit costs, potentially pressuring iPhone 18 Pro pricing.
  • Rumors suggest notable iPhone 18 Pro changes, including a punch‑hole selfie camera and under‑display Face ID that would remove the Dynamic Island.
  • Mac roadmap reporting points to new M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros in early 2026 and a lower‑cost 12.9‑inch MacBook using an A18 Pro chip positioned below the MacBook Air.
  • iPad coverage indicates an M4 iPad Air targeted for spring 2026, a base iPad moving to the A19 chip in the first half of the year, and an OLED iPad mini with A19 Pro later in 2026.