[New] Apple's long-rumored smart home push may finally be nearing launch, with Bloomberg reporting that a new home hub, refreshed Apple TV, and updated HomePod mini could roll out over the coming months.
Digital Trends
[New] Two of the biggest tech giants are locked in a head-to-head legal battle, with Apple claiming OpenAI stole trade secrets as the AI start-up plans its first hardware devices.
The Week
[New] Apple refined haptic feedback until a sheet of glass could convincingly acknowledge a virtual button press, and Volkswagen recently bowed to consumer pressure and announced that physical buttons would return to future models.
New Atlas
[New] Apple is widely expected to enter the foldable category, while Chinese OEMs have already pushed hard on thinner hardware, larger batteries and aggressive pricing.
Laptop Outlet
[New] Companies including G42, Core42, Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, Microsoft, OpenAI, Oracle and xAI will gain easier access, reflecting the UAE's growing role as a regional AI hub and strategic US technology partner.
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[New] Apple is expected to unveil a next-generation iPhone 18 model next spring alongside a new iPhone 18 e and iPhone Air 2, as part of a new split-launch strategy.
MacRumors
[New] Apple will look to break its regular yearly cycle of iPhone launches as smartphone development slows.
Stuff
[New] The memory components alone for the iPhone 18 Pro could cost Apple $145, versus roughly $39 for the equivalent iPhone 17 Proa 272% increase driven by the AI-driven DRAM shortage.
Tech Times
[New] Apple said that its Health app's cycle-tracking feature will support both menopause and perimenopause.
CNet
[New] Joining the Apple ecosystem in 2026 is the new iPhone 18 lineup, which might include a folding phone, Apple Watch Series 12, iPad mini 8, HomePod mini 2, Apple TV 4K, a touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro, a new Home Hub, and a Smart Home Camera.
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[New] Major technology companies, including Google, Amazon, and Apple, are investing substantially in voice commerce capabilities, creating ecosystem opportunities for AI sales assistant software vendors to integrate with emerging voice-enabled retail platforms.
Persistence Market Research
[New] Apple (AAPL. US) rose 4.84% after Nikkei reported a plan for at least five new iPhone models between the second half of 2026 and the first half of 2027, adding about 34 basis points to the S&P on its own.
Swingfolio
[New] Apple will launch a clamshell iPhone Flip by 2028.
Tech Insider
[New] Subscription Maturation: The potential for an Apple Prime bundle-combining hardware and all services into a single monthly subscription - could drastically increase Lifetime Value per user. / India
FinancialContent
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
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
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
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.
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