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Last updated: July 22, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

iPhone 18 Pro Production and Features

The iPhone 18 and Pro Max models have reportedly entered mass production ahead of their anticipated September launch. Assembly partners are ramping up hiring to meet demand. These new Pro models are expected to feature a variable-aperture camera and upgraded displays, though screen sizes are said to remain the same as their predecessors. The standard iPhone, iPhone 18e, and are all expected to follow in spring 2027.

Apple's New Upgrade and Leasing Programs

Apple is set to launch a new "Apple Upgrade" leasing program next week in the U.S., reportedly in partnership with Klarna. This new program will likely replace the existing, which Apple plans to stop accepting new enrollments for. Code found in the iOS 27 beta suggests that under the new leasing model, Apple may have the ability to restrict or lock leased devices if a user misses a payment. This potential restriction has raised concerns among consumers.

iOS 27 and Security Updates

The upcoming iOS 27 operating system is preparing iPhones for a rebuilt search architecture for Siri AI, with beta users undergoing re-indexing. iOS 27 also includes a quality-of-life improvement in Messages for login processes and a recovery screen that offers a better first step when a device won't start, even without a computer. Meanwhile, Apple has addressed a vulnerability in that could expose a user's real email address, though the fix reportedly took over a year to implement after initial reports.

Apple Care+ and Device Enhancements

Apple has announced expanded AppleCare+ options in Japan, including new theft and loss coverage. Separately, Apple highlighted the SOS feature in the Apple Watch through a success story about a mountain biker who used the feature after a crash. In other hardware news, rumors suggest future iMac models could include a removable dock or handle to improve portability.

Other Apple News and Deals

Apple TV+ has released a trailer for the second season of its series "Women in Blue" and a new comedy film titled "The Dink." The company also promoted "Nido de Villanas," a Mexican microdrama shot entirely on an iPhone 17 Pro. In app updates, Apple Invites received new RSVP reaction features, and Test Flight added a search field for beta testers. Best Buy is offering a $160 discount on all during its Black Friday in July event, and the A16 iPad is available for its best price since June.