Apple reportedly plans a major product expansion for 2026, according to multiple sources including MacRumors and TechRepublic. The company's roadmap includes a foldable iPhone, major Siri overhaul, and a new low-cost MacBook.
The iPhone Fold represents Apple's entry into the foldable smartphone market seven years after Samsung's debut. Leaked renders from tipster Jon Prosser show a 7.8-inch book-style design with a 5.5-inch outer screen, according to Mashable ME and TechRepublic. The device could measure just 4.5mm when unfolded, making it Apple's thinnest product.
Apple reportedly aims to minimize crease visibility using pressure-dispersing metal plates and liquid metal hinges, according to leaks from tipster Jon Prosser. The iPhone Fold may launch in September 2026 alongside iPhone 18 Pro models, with pricing between $2,000 and $2,500 according to MacRumors.
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will feature Apple's first 2-nanometer A20 chip, delivering up to 15% faster performance and 30% better power efficiency than the A19. MacRumors reports the new chip uses Wafer-Level Multi-Chip Module technology for improved memory bandwidth.
Camera upgrades include a variable aperture system for the main wide-angle lens, allowing users to control light intake for better low-light performance. The iPhone 18 Pro models may also transition to under-display Face ID sensors, potentially eliminating the Dynamic Island.
Apple will reportedly split its iPhone release schedule in 2026. The iPhone 17e budget model arrives in early 2026 with possible Dynamic Island and MagSafe compatibility, according to Tom's Guide. The standard iPhone 18 may be delayed until spring 2027.
Siri receives its long-promised AI overhaul in iOS 26.4, scheduled for March or April 2026. The LLM-based assistant will understand personal context and on-screen content, powered by Google's Gemini model running on Apple's Private Cloud Compute servers.
Apple software engineering chief Craig Federighi confirmed the Siri revamp earlier this year. "The work we've done on this end-to-end revamp of Siri has given us the results we needed," Federighi told employees, according to MacRumors.
The company plans a low-cost MacBook priced "well under $1,000" to compete with Chromebooks and budget Windows PCs. Bloomberg reports the device will use an A18 Pro chip and feature bright color options like the iMac.
Apple's 2026 iPad lineup includes an OLED iPad mini with A20 Pro chip and a 12th-generation iPad with A19 processor for Apple Intelligence support. The iPad Air gets M4 chip updates in early 2026.
New hardware includes a home hub device for smart home control, priced around $350 with presence detection and video calling capabilities. Apple may also debut AI smart glasses in late 2026, though full launch could wait until 2027.
Samsung reportedly supplies camera sensors for iPhone 18 models from its Austin, Texas plant, marking a shift from Sony as Apple's primary supplier. News18 reports Samsung is hiring mechanical project managers for the Apple partnership.
According to IDC, the foldable smartphone market shows consistent growth, with global shipments forecast at 20.6 million units in 2025. Samsung currently dominates with an estimated 64% market share, but Apple's entry could accelerate category growth toward 30% annual expansion in 2026.
Apple faces crucial execution challenges across multiple product categories simultaneously. The company must deliver on delayed AI promises while entering competitive new markets with premium-priced hardware.
Industry analysts describe 2026 as potentially Apple's most important year. The company balances hardware innovation with software maturation across iPhone, Mac, iPad, and emerging smart home categories.
