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Last updated: August 9, 2026, 5:48 PM ET

Foldable iPhone Developments

Apple's foldable future is taking shape with multiple rumors. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the third-generation foldable iPhone Ultra 3 is expected to launch as early as 2028 with larger displays. The first foldable iPhone may ship in silver or dark blue colorways, as suggested by camera protector accessory images. These two color options are echoed in reports about the iPhone Ultra naming.

Apple Watch Future

Apple is re-evaluating its wearable lineup. The ceramic case could return with the Apple Watch Series 12 as soon as this year, according to Mark Gurman. Meanwhile, Apple is considering radical redesigns including a round model and a screenless fitness tracker, signaling a potential shake-up for the Apple Watch.

Supply Chain and Pricing Pressures

Apple has dramatically increased its prices on products like the iPad Air and M5 MacBook Pro due to the global memory crisis, raising questions about whether the company will finally accelerate product upgrades. Additionally, RAM shortages are now affecting MacBook Air availability, with dwindling supply hitting Apple's most popular laptop.

Apple Upgrade Program Changes

Apple reportedly evaluated giving Apple Upgrade buyers iPhones with all their previous data preloaded, but the plan was dropped over privacy optics. The scrapped Apple Upgrade feature would've made setup much more seamless, according to the latest Power On newsletter.

Accessories and Home Kit

The Eve Weather sensor remains a must-have for Apple Home automations in 2026, providing local weather data for smart home triggers. Meanwhile, the Ohsnap MCON modular controller slides open to transform an iPhone into a mobile game console, offering a full-featured gaming experience.

Security and Crime

In recent crime blotter, thieves were caught using stolen credit cards at a Miami Apple Store, and an Apple Watch served as a clue in a kidnapping case. A Senate committee also has Anthony Fauci's iPhone.

Apple Culture and Commentary

This week's Sunday Reboot explores the nightmare scenario of an OpenAI hardware leak and the cheapness of promoting Ted Lasso lookalikes, touching on broader concerns around AI devices and Ted Lasso cheapness.