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Last updated: September 3, 2026, 2:34 PM ET

Apple's Product Roadmap

Apple has reportedly canceled plans for a foldable MacBook and a larger OLED MacBook Pro model, according to new research from Omdia. The cancellation follows a reported roadmap that outlines a shift in display technology across the Mac and iPad lineup through 2029. Specifically, Apple has reportedly scrapped an innovative product that was a priority for hardware engineering chief John Ternus, with the all-screen folding MacBook Pro project now said to be dead. Meanwhile, existing LCD-based MacBook Pro models with mini-LED backlighting are now expected to remain available until 2028, as Apple revises its OLED adoption timeline.

New MacBook Tiers and Chips

Despite the cancellations, Apple is reportedly planning an entirely new 13.8-inch OLED MacBook model for 2029, potentially creating a new product tier between the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, according to an updated product roadmap from Omdia. This new device, rumored to be called the "MacBook Ultra",could offer an M5 Ultra chip option. Additionally, Apple reportedly plans to release MacBook Pro modelswith OLED displays by early 2027. The company also appears to be taking on the MacBook Neowith the Lenovo Idea Pad Vibe, a colorful new laptop starting at $699.

iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra

Ahead of Apple's event on Wednesday, September 9, a supply chain leakhas provided new information on the A20 Pro chip set to power the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro, detailing improved gaming performanceand faster RAM. An alleged solder joint diagram suggests the processor will deliver a seven-core GPU, a wider memory interface, anda larger L2 cache,with a Chinese leakerposting images of claimed circuit diagrams.The memory upgrades come at a cost: Apple is reportedly paying 400% more for iPhone 18 Pro memory, according to Trend Force,which has also estimated the pricesof the devices based on the latest hardware cost environment.At the high end, a new report claims that Apple is launching a cost new iPhone Ultra at the same time that shortages are driving all prices up,and the result is that the maxed-out device is likely to break the $3,000 mark.).Trend Force has also revealed pricing and featuresfor the iPhone Ultra ahead of the event.

Upcoming Apple Event and Deals

Apple's biggest event of the year is just days away,with September 9 set to bring the "huge launch" of six major new products,including new iPhones, Apple Watches,and more.In the meantime, September Apple sales are heating up,and Air Pods Pro 3 have returned to $199 at Amazonafter a $50 discount.The giant Labor Day sales roll on at both Amazon and other retailers,with the 2026 Apple Studio Displayhitting an Amazon all-time low at $1,684.88,a $214 discount.Other deals include Air Pods Pro, iPad Air at $100 off, charging gear,and more,as highlighted in today's Labor Day tech deals roundup.).

Legal and Software Updates

Apple is facing a £2 billion ($2.7 billion) lawsuit in London accusing it of imposing stricter App Tracking Transparency rules on third-party developers than on its own advertising services,with a former UK antitrust director filing the class action suit.).The lawsuitclaims that Apple launched its privacy feature to disadvantage developersand benefit itself,a twist on its usual privacy messaging.On the software side, Siri AI on Apple Watch has arrived two cycles latefor watch OS 27 beta this summer,but it finally works inthe latest beta.Additionally,a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac is available inthe latest episode of the 9to5Mac Daily podcast,covering more Apple executive newsand Apple Maps updates.

Accessories and Smart Home

Brydge,the Apple accessory company that came back from the dead,has announced color-matched keyboardsfor the entry-level iPad,expanding its lineup of affordable typing solutions.Over in smart home,syncing your Philips Hue lights to your TV display used to be a rather expensive undertaking at $385 for the company's Sync Box 8K,but a couple of new products have lowered the entry point to $120,with Nanoleaf integration too.Finally,Anker,best known for batteries and chargers,is launching a local AI hub for the home that supports Matter,controls cameras and video doorbells,and includes file sharing,with the Anker MindBasemaking its debut at IFA.And in a retrospective look,a year ago people were hand-wringing over the iPhone Air's failings,but 12 months later,it's clear its detractors dropped the ball on an impressive device,as argued in this one-year later review.)..

Service Outages

It's not just you: Claude,Chat GPT/Codex,and Grok are currently experiencing what appears to be a widespread AI outage,affecting many users.Service appears to be coming back online for some after about half an hour,though your mileage may vary.