Global Scans · Apple · Weekly Summary

• [New] Apple is not expected to ship smart glasses in 2026. Dymesty AI Glasses
• [New] Expect the Apple Watch Series 12 as the mainstream flagship, along with a new Apple Watch Ultra 4 aimed at athletes, hikers, and anyone who wants the biggest battery and toughest build. Lower Bucks Times
• [New] Combined with the power demands of driving two displays, battery life is expected to be the iPhone Fold's most significant compromise, with Apple likely targeting 18 to 20 hours of mixed usage compared to the iPhone 17 Pro Max's 28-hour claim. Tech Insider
• [New] Apple plans to launch exclusive system features for the foldable iPhone, such as an iPad-like Split View multitasking feature that allows for free resizing of app windows - a functionality that may be exclusive to the foldable model. tradingkey.com
• [New] Apple clearly expects AI to be the next growth catalyst; if an AI-enhanced Siri can offer a significantly superior user experience, consumers may upgrade to new devices - particularly high-end iPhone models - to access full AI capabilities. tradingkey.com
• [New] Apple will not ship smart glasses in 2026. Dymesty AI Glasses
• [New] Apple Pay is projected to exceed 780 million global users by end of 2026. Ringly.io
• [New] Apple is reportedly targeting AI smart glasses for late 2026 or 2027. Digital Applied
• [New] If successful, Apple could once again redefine what a smartwatch can do in the healthcare space. TweakTown
• [New] Apple is expected to significantly expand Siri's smart home capabilities. Dans Tutorials
• The iPhone Ultra's 5,400-5,800 mAh battery will be the largest Apple has ever put in an iPhone, edging out the iPhone 17 Pro Max's ~5,088 mAh battery. Back Market
• Apple plans to launch its first touchscreen MacBook Pro later this year, utilizing On-Cell touch technology. tradingkey.com
• Apple plans to introduce a multi-model provider selection mechanism within the Apple Intelligence ecosystem, allowing users to freely switch between different AI models to support functions like Siri, writing tools, and image generation. tradingkey.com
• Apple will not be launching its first smart glasses model until the end of 2027. Engadget

Last updated: 19 July 2026