Apple is reportedly working on a new trio of releases set for 2026, foreshadowing what others are calling a new “product renaissance” towards 2027. As the tech giant continues to make strides, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman states a new foldable iPhone, along with a restyled MacBook Pro and an easier-to-use variant of their spatial computer headset, the Apple Vision Air, will be released.
Rumors suggest that Apple is focusing on several game-changing devices due to their aggressive pace. As with most of their products, they have remained quiet about their hardware advancements, but now they look to overcome a fast-paced competition in the field of tech.
The iPhone’s Revamped Design
An “ultra-premium” iteration of iPhones that has garnered much speculation is the foldable device set for release next in line.
Expected to be dubbed iPhone Fold, its features include a 7.8-inch main screen with a 5.5-inch secondary display. An iPad mini when opened and an iPhone when tucked away. The smartphone incorporates cutting-edge tech with hyper portability while sporting a no-crease display and embedded Touch ID in the side button. Plus, the sleek aesthetics of it standing at 9mm when folded and 4.5mm when opened makes it truly seductive.
The price? Sustaining the record high of $2000, making it the most expensive iPhone in history.
iOS 20, coming out later this year, is expected to bring some software optimization, which relates to improving the core functions of the device’s form factor and shape, thus enhancing productivity and entertainment through novel ways to interact with the device.
Rethink MacBook Pro: Slimmer, Smarter, Packs More Power
In 2021, Apple brought back heavy and thick designs to the MacBook lineup as well as ports, which made it very popular and iconic. Now, in 2026, Apple is expected to shift and invest in lightweight, thin devices that carry immense power and the latest technology.
Other than the chipset, the MacBook Pro will also sport an OLED display and will do away with the notch as well as feature a ‘total redesign.’ Of significant interest is the possibility of seamless cellular integration via the C2 modem, which will allow constant internet access.
Added to the new capabilities of the laptop likely include sensory input, which can improve control and accessibility options.
Overall, these are changes that could mark the most impactful update in the device’s history—merging the highest power ever seen in an Apple laptop with premium convenience.
Apple Vision Air: A More Appealing and Lightweight Headset
The Apple Vision Pro was branded a breakthrough innovation upon its release, but the eye-watering price in conjunction with the bulky design made it all but an unreachable fantasy for average consumers. With projections of a new model called the Vision Air being their more budget-friendly option that is planned to release in late 2025 to early 2026, Apple hopes to enable this vision.
While remaining relatively vague on the pricing details, the new headset is expected to mitigate some of the concerns critics raised towards the Vision Pro by featuring improved comfort and a reduction in weight. The affordability of the headset is still a mystery.
In tandem with the new hardware, Apple is also planning the release of visionOS 3, which will come along with its software enhancements. It will look to introduce many features improving interactivity and further broadening its appeal, making visionOS a true competitor in the spatial computing market, which Apple looks to dominate within the next few years.
Anticipated Developments For 2026
Besides these high-profile launches, Apple is predicted to overhaul an extensive range of products in its catalog in 2026. Some updates for the iPhone 18 Pro and Air models are expected, in addition to new iPads and new home devices. The span of the roadmap reinforces Gurman’s belief that Apple is undergoing a new innovation cycle, forecasting 2027 to be a hallmark year.
There are, however, some clouds on the horizon. Reportedly, there are rumors concerning iPhone lineup pricing for fall, which suggests a potential price hike. Regardless, the company seems eager to wash their hands of politically motivated reasons like ex-President Trump’s suggested Chinese tariffs on imports, where a majority of Apple devices are still assembled.
A Turning Point In The Foreseeable Future For Apple
If the company delivers on these blueprints, 2026 seems to be a turning point for Apple. Not only new categories of devices, but also how users integrate these devices into their daily workflows, entertainment routines, or mixed reality applications.
Apple is allegedly set to regain their mantle as the unrivaled innovator of consumer technology with the new foldable iPhone with an anticipated price of $2,000, a new MacBook with cellular features, and a spatial headset that is lighter and easier to wear.
