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American Idol is relocating its production from Los Angeles to Georgia to capitalize on tax incentives and lower costs, continuing a trend of reality and game shows leaving California for states with broader incentives. California’s tax credits largely exclude unscripted fare (except for competition shows), fueling concerns about the long-term viability of keeping such productions in-state.
Netflix is moving forward with The Inbetweeners 3, reuniting Simon Bird, James Buckley, Blake Harrison and Joe Thomas; writers/directors Damon Beesley and Iain Morris return to craft a continuation of the hit series and its two films, with production kicking off in the UK.
Apple’s anticipated foldable iPhone is reportedly facing an early production bottleneck, with initial output limited to only a few hundred units per day as the company and its partners push to meet strict quality standards. Analysts project a very small launch-scale in 2026, with roughly 7–8 million second-half shipments and only 0.5–1 million in Q3, priced around $2,300–$2,500. While a premium price could lift average selling prices, the near-term impact on iPhone revenue hinges on how quickly yields improve without compromising quality. Investors will be watching the September 9 event for guidance on price, timing, and production ramp.
Production has officially begun in Prague on Netflix's untitled TV series adaptation of Dan Brown's The Secret of Secrets, with Morgan Spector starring as Robert Langdon and Rebecca Hall leading a cast that includes Cherry Jones, Corey Stoll, Rob Delaney, Abbey Lee, Mamadou Athie, Ben Levi Ross, Anamaria Marinca, Richard Sammel, and Elena Saurel. Carlton Cuse and Brown are co-creators and executive producers, with Emma Forman and Zoe Robyn among the producers, after Netflix ordered the straight-to-series in May 2025.
Apple’s foldable iPhone Ultra is being produced at only a few hundred units per day in late August due to strict quality-control standards, with an August verification step delaying mass production and hinge/display testing slowing ramp‑up; Apple and suppliers are working around the clock to increase output ahead of a September 9 unveiling.
Playbill reports full casting for New York City Center’s gala staging of In the Heights, directed by David Mendizábal with choreography by Mayte Natalio and music direction by Alejandro Senior. Matte Martinez stars as Usnavi, with Jaci Calderon as Nina, Ashley De La Rosa as Vanessa, Natalie Venetia Belcon as Claudia, and Linedy Genao as Daniela, among a wide ensemble; the run runs October 28–November 15 at City Center. Scenic design is by Riw Rakkulchon, costumes by Dede Ayite, lighting by Justin Townsend, and sound by Alex Neumann. Tickets are available at NYCityCenter.org.
Ford is lifting production of its F-Series trucks, including the Super Duty, after aluminum-supply fires disrupted output, with August production at multi-year highs while U.S. new-vehicle sales fell 10.3% year over year. Dealers should see more trucks on lots in the coming weeks as Ford targets a 50–60 day supply; F-Series sales are down about 10.9% through August. The disruptions could cost Ford about $1.5 billion this year, and industry-wide sales are down about 6%.
Rumors claim the iPhone 18 Pro will replace the iPhone 17 Pro hues with three new options—Dark Cherry/Burgundy, Sky Blue, and Black—likely dropping Silver; production is reportedly underway ahead of a September 9 unveiling, with some noting past color-fading complaints could influence coatings.
Samsung has boosted Galaxy Z Fold 8 production by 1 million units to meet strong demand, with pre-orders for the Z Flip 8, Z Fold 8, and Z Fold 8 Ultra expected to reach about 5 million worldwide, signaling robust interest in Samsung’s redesigned foldables.
OPEC+ approved a September production increase of about 188,000 barrels per day, completing the unwinding of voluntary cuts dating back to 2023. The market has largely felt little impact so far due to export disruptions tied to the Iran and Ukraine wars. The group did not commit to 2027 quotas or a fixed plan for the fourth quarter, though a pause in Q4 remains a possibility. A Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee warned about the cost of attacks on energy assets, and about 2 million barrels per day of older cuts remain in place through year-end while a capacity review for 2027 baselines proceeds; Iraq seeks higher individual quotas. The next core meeting is September 6.
Amy Adams revealed that her 16-year-old daughter Aviana Le Gallo is interested in pursuing production, signaling a potential behind-the-scenes path rather than acting. Adams had previously said Aviana wasn’t pursuing a Hollywood career, but she now says she’ll support whatever path her daughter chooses, noting Aviana’s low public profile aside from a rare Paris Fashion Week appearance.
Foxconn is reportedly making final mass-production adjustments to the iPhone Ultra, keeping launch timing unclear. The device was previously said to be in mass production, with an unveiling expected alongside the iPhone 18 Pro in September and potentially limited initial availability due to Apple’s strict quality controls for the foldable display; any delay is anticipated to be brief.
FilmLA's Q2 2026 report shows Los Angeles film/TV production fell 13% year over year to 4,711 shoot days, well below its five-year average, with television down 27.7% to 1,607 shoot days; TV drama rose 34.4% from Q1 but still fell 6.4% versus last year, while reality TV dropped 39.9% to 676 days. Feature film production declined 19.9% to 443 days and commercials fell 21.5% to 543 days. California awarded 170 production tax credits (41 new projects), and LA Mayor Bass touted incentives as boosting local jobs even as overall production slows.
Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms showrunner Ira Parker says he’d like a multi-year break between seasons to let Egg age as the Dunk and Egg books progress and avoid recasting, with plans to return later if there’s demand and the world can evolve. In other entertainment news, Universal is pursuing a ten-property Atari game adaptation as big-screen action-adventure films. The Odyssey reports that a Viking ship replica used in the film was damaged on set and Universal allegedly owes the Viking center about $6,000 in repairs. And Pete Davidson’s mob movie Tommy Karate has begun production in Atlanta, with Davidson starring and producing.
UFC president Dana White blasted the World Cup final’s broadcast, calling it the worst production in sports history after a string of on-air gaffes—celebrity misidentifications and a bungled flyover—amid broader criticism of the event’s production and ongoing work by Host Broadcast Services ahead of 2030 improvements.