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Last updated: August 9, 2026, 2:52 PM ET

Apple Watch Ceramic Comeback

A ceramic Apple Watch casing could return as soon as this September with the Series, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Apple discontinued the ceramic Edition model after the Series 5 in 2019, but new supply chain evidence suggests the premium material is being readied for production. The design itself won’t change significantly, but the material choice would mark a notable upscale option for buyers seeking something different from aluminum and titanium.

Radical Apple Watch Redesigns

Beyond the ceramic return, Apple is exploring a major watch overhaul that could include a round screen, a screenless fitness tracker, and a more dramatic form factor shift. The company is reportedly rethinking its wearables strategy to address slowing sales, though a substantial revamp is still years away. A round display is under active evaluation, alongside other “radical” concepts that may launch after 2027.

Foldable iPhone Roadmap

Before the first iPhone Fold has even shipped, Apple is already planning a third-generation foldable for a 2028 release. The device, dubbed "iPhone Ultra 3" in some reports, is expected to feature larger displays than the initial models. Bloomberg’s Gurman indicates Apple is locked into a multi-year foldable strategy, despite the first-generation device still being in development for 2026 or 2027.

iPhone Fold Colors Revealed

Accessory renders suggest Apple’s first foldable iPhone, likely called iPhone Ultra, will launch in silver and dark blue colorways. Images of camera protector accessories show a matching dark blue finish for the rear camera bump, aligning with earlier leaks. The color choices mirror the premium iPad Pro palette, hinting at a higher price point.

MacBook Air RAM Crunch

A RAM shortage is now affecting MacBook Air availability, compounding earlier supply issues for the MacBook Pro. Apple has seen dwindling inventory due to higher-cost, harder-to-find memory modules, with some configurations facing extended lead times. The shortage is expected to persist through the current quarter.

Modular Gaming Controller

The Ohsnap MCON is a modular controller that slides open to transform an iPhone into a mobile game console. A hands-on review highlights its full-featured design with physical buttons and a foldable clip, making it a compelling accessory for serious mobile gamers. The controller attaches magnetically and folds flat for portability.

Scrapped Seamless Setup Feature

Apple reportedly tested a feature for its iPhone Upgrade Program that would have preloaded all previous data onto a new iPhone before delivery, making setup virtually instant. The plan was ultimately dropped over privacy concerns — the optics of Apple handling a user’s full data backup raised red flags, and the project was shelved.

Crime Blotter Roundup

In Apple-related crime news, an Apple Watch served as a clue in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case, a Senate committee subpoenaed Anthony Fauci’s iPhone records, and a man was accused of using fake credit cards at a Miami Apple Store. The blotter also details a theft ring targeting Apple stores.