A leaker with a solid track record tells 9to5Mac that Apple has already approved a second‑generation iPhone Ultra 2. The company plans to unveil the original Ultra alongside the iPhone 18 Pro this September, and the new model will likely reuse this year’s wide‑folding display. No feature list accompanies the rumor, but the screen is expected to stay unchanged and may attract power users.

Apple has not yet decided whether to green‑light an iPhone Air 3, according to the same source. The upcoming iPhone Air 2 is expected to add an ultrawide lens as its second camera, giving the line a modest upgrade. The upgrade also aligns with market trends for broader focal lengths. Analysts think Apple will gauge Air 2’s sales before committing resources to a third iteration.

Apple’s product roadmaps span several years, so confirming a Ultra 2 project is not unusual. If the first Ultra underperforms, the company can cancel the follow‑up without major loss. Conversely, a price cut could make the Ultra 2 viable even with modest demand, while the Air 3 remains on the back burner for now. This strategy reflects Apple’s cautious approach to folding‑screen economics.