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Apple’s updated support documentation for lossless audio hints at an upcoming 4th-generation Apple TV 4K, reinforcing rumors of a fall launch featuring internal upgrades like a new chip, increased RAM, and Siri AI support, while maintaining the current external design.
Decide whether to upgrade to the iPhone 18 Pro now or wait for the rumored iPhone 20, which could bring a bold all-glass design, thinner bezels, under-display Face ID, silicon anode battery, a 2nm A21 chip and possibly HBM—though details and timing remain unconfirmed.
A Weibo leaker claims the iPhone 18 Pro lineup will debut with three all-new colors—Dark Cherry/Burgundy, Sky Blue, and Black—and suggests Silver won’t be offered. If accurate, Apple would replace the entire iPhone 17 Pro color lineup with new finishes at the September event, which will also introduce the iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone Ultra.
PhoneArena editor Sebastian Pier argues Apple may reserve a key camera feature (variable aperture) for the iPhone 18 Pro Max, potentially making the smaller iPhone 18 Pro feel diminished and breaking the dual-Pro lineup that let buyers choose size without compromises; he notes variable aperture may be less crucial thanks to computational photography and space limits, and warns against marketing that could label the Pro as the “lesser” model.
Rumors say the iPhone 18 Pro (and Pro Max) will debut three design changes: a unified rear glass and aluminum color for a seamless look; a Dynamic Island about 35% smaller with some Face ID components moved under the display (not a hole-punch design); and new colors led by Dark Cherry, with Silver and Light Blue, while Space Gray/Black could return as a fourth color.
A Pegatron earnings call cited by Economic Daily News and spotted by MacRumors suggests Apple will launch the iPhone 18 Pro this fall while the base iPhone 18 is delayed to early 2027, with the cheaper iPhone 18e and a new iPhone Air rumored for the same window. Analysts have long floated a staggered rollout focused on premium models amid ongoing supply-chain constraints, and a rumored Ultra foldable is also said to be launching this fall.
New camera-protector leaks support rumors that Apple's first foldable iPhone Ultra will launch in silver and dark blue, with the device expected to be announced alongside the iPhone 18 Pro lineup next month.
A Weibo leaker, Fixed Focus Digital, says the deeper Dark Cherry shade for the iPhone 18 Pro Max is the correct one, describing it as purplish red closer to cherry rather than a lighter red. The claim complements earlier reports of a deep, wine-like color intended to replace Cosmic Orange, as Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro/Max (and a foldable) next month.
Leaked iPhone 18 Pro photos and hundreds of component files surfaced on the dark web after Tata Electronics, a major Apple supplier, confirmed a data breach. Reuters reports the leak includes board layouts, data sheets for a possible A20 Pro chip, and supplier lists tied to Apple and Tesla, with the ransomware group World Leaks posting over 200,000 files. Apple has said it’s concerned about the documents being shared, and The Verge reached out for comment.
Apple is reportedly adding a Dark Cherry color to the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, a shade praised for blending black elegance with subtle brightness and generating buzz despite what critics say are muted upgrades this year; the color’s final look appears near certain, but the aluminum chassis may invite dents and color-fading risks similar to the iPhone 17 Pro, and September should bring official shades along with expectations that the foldable iPhone Ultra will dominate attention this year.
Samsung launches the Galaxy Z Fold 8 family, introducing the standard Fold 8 and the Ultra, which builds on the Fold 7 but omits several hallmark Ultra features (S Pen support, 5x telephoto, 60W charging, privacy display) in what appears to be a strategic move to counter Apple. The Ultra offers a 5,000 mAh battery with 45W wired and 25W wireless charging, lighter weight and thinner unfolded profile, while the standard Fold 8 emphasizes a wider design. The branding choice suggests Samsung aims to maintain leadership in foldables even if the Ultra label doesn’t fully align with traditional Ultra expectations, with potential implications for future releases.
New CAD renders allegedly showing a smaller Dynamic Island for the iPhone 18 Pro revive the ongoing debate about shrinking or removing Apple's notch-like feature; credibility of the leak is uncertain as the source is new, and prior rumors about under-display Face ID or a significantly reduced island remain unconfirmed. Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro this fall, potentially alongside a foldable iPhone, with the standard iPhone 18 arriving next year.
Rumors and dummy models of Apple’s anticipated foldable iPhone, reportedly called iPhone Ultra, show a book-style device with a 4:3 inner display that could be about 7.8 inches open and ~5.5 inches closed. The outer screen is expected around 5.3 inches. Comparisons with the iPhone 17 Pro Max suggest a taller, immersive 16:9 viewing experience, with a thick camera bump and a two-lens system. Features/spec changes under discussion include no Face ID due to space, a Touch ID–integrated power button, and a dedicated Camera Control button. Current leaks place the device at roughly 11mm thick when closed (with some rumors claiming 9–9.5mm) and point to a September launch alongside iPhone 18 Pro models, with Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman noting a price crossing $2,000 in the U.S.
An opinion piece argues Apple’s rumored side camera control button on the iPhone Fold (aka iPhone Ultra) is unnecessary for a foldable, since buyers care more about the big display, multitasking, and durability than camera hardware. The article stresses that foldables need a reliable hinge, solid battery life, and a minimal crease, plus iOS optimization for a folding layout. It notes competition like Oppo’s Find N6 showing creases can exist and urges Apple to prioritize foldability over camera features.
Huawei's Pura X Max, a wide-aspect foldable unveiled in China, appears to share the same book-style form factor rumored for Apple's foldable iPhone, with a 5.5-inch closed display and roughly 7.8-inch open size; Apple is expected to debut its foldable alongside the iPhone 18 Pro in September, with a price around $2,000 and the possibility of the name 'iPhone Ultra'.