Apple is preparing one of its busiest and most transformative hardware seasons in years. According to a detailed roundup published today by 9to5Mac, the company is expected to launch 15 or more new products this fall across iPhones, Macs, iPads, wearables, AirPods, and an ambitious smart home push.
The star of the show? Apple’s first-ever foldable iPhone, widely rumored to be branded as the iPhone Ultra — a premium book-style device that could finally bring Apple’s polish to the folding category.
Here’s what the latest credible leaks and analyst reports point to as of mid-May 2026:
iPhone 18 Lineup Goes Ultra-Premium (Base Model Adopts Spring Launch)
Apple is skipping the standard iPhone 18 this fall, pushing it to spring 2027. Instead, September will focus on high-end models:
• iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max — Variable aperture main camera, new color options, smaller Dynamic Island, larger batteries on the Pro Max, and more.
• iPhone Ultra (foldable) — The headline device. Expected to feature a unique wider-than-tall unfolded design, book-style fold, titanium build, crease-resistant inner display (roughly iPad mini size), A20 Pro chip, and premium pricing north of $2,000. It may launch alongside or shortly after the Pro models, though initial supply could be limited.
• iPhone Air 2 — Slimmer follow-up with A20 Pro chip; timing still flexible.
Wearables: Smarter Audio and Health Focus
• AirPods Ultra — High-end model building on Pro 3 with IR cameras for advanced AI/Visual Intelligence features and a new H3 chip. Launch looks increasingly likely for late 2026.
• Apple Watch Ultra 4 — New health sensors and design refinements.
• Apple Watch Series 12 — Standard annual update.
Macs: M5 Everywhere + a New Ultra Tier
• M5 Mac mini (base and Pro variants)
• M5 Mac Studio — Including a powerful new M5 Ultra chip
• M5 iMac — With fresh colors
• MacBook Ultra — High-end laptop rumored to include OLED display, touch support, and desktop-class performance
Desktops are expected to refresh first, followed by the premium MacBook Ultra.
iPads: OLED Finally Hits the Mini
• New iPad mini — Long-awaited OLED display and faster chip
• Base iPad — A18 processor for full Apple Intelligence compatibility
Smart Home: Apple’s Biggest Push Yet
Waiting on a more capable Siri, Apple is reportedly readying a full ecosystem refresh:
• New Apple TV 4K (A17 Pro, possible camera, Apple Intelligence)
• HomePad / HomePod Touch — 7-inch touchscreen smart display with magnetic mounting
• HomePod 3 and HomePod mini 2 — Upgraded audio and chips
• First-party Apple Security Camera and Video Doorbell (with potential Face ID integration)
This could mark Apple’s most serious smart home expansion in years.
Bonus: Apple Glasses Tease Possible
While consumer shipping isn’t expected until 2027, Apple may unveil its AI-powered smart glasses in 2026 (iPhone-paired, cameras, Siri-centric) using the same pre-launch strategy as previous major products.
Why This Fall Feels Different
Apple is doubling down on ultra-premium positioning, deeper AI integration, and new categories (foldables and expanded home). The iPhone Ultra alone has the potential to reshape expectations around what a flagship phone can be — especially as competitors have normalized foldables.
MacDailyNews Take: Of course, these are all rumors based on supply chain leaks, analyst reports (Ming-Chi Kuo, Mark Gurman, etc.), and dummy models. Apple’s plans can and do shift. But the volume and consistency of reports suggest an action-packed September–October period ahead!
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