Apple Rumored to Launch "Ultra" Lineup With Foldable iPhone, Camera AirPods, and Touchscreen MacBook
Apple could launch three new "Ultra" products in the near future. The rumored lineup includes a foldable iPhone, updated AirPods, and a redesigned MacBook.
If the reports are correct, these devices would introduce foldable displays, earbuds with cameras, and a touchscreen laptop that may include cellular support. Apple has not confirmed any of these products.
The foldable iPhone, which may be called the iPhone Ultra, is expected to be Apple's most expensive iPhone so far.
iPhone Ultra Foldable and AirPods Ultra With Cameras
Reports put the iPhone Ultra's US starting price between $1,999 and $2,499. Apple is expected to introduce it alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro MaxRumors point to a 7.7-inch inner screen and a 5.3-inch outer screen for the device.
The larger inner display would provide more space for video, apps, and multitasking when unfolded. The phone is also expected to include two rear cameras and one front-facing camera.a.
One notable reported change involves authentication. Instead of Face ID, the iPhone Ultra could use a Touch ID sensor built into the power button. That would be a departure from Apple's current flagship iPhones, which rely on facialApple could also apply the Ultra name to a new version of its wireless earbuds.
The AirPods Ultra are expected to look similar to AirPods Pro but add small infrared cameras. These cameras may provide Siri with more information about the user's surroundings and expand Visual Intelligence features. Intelligence.
Visual Intelligence is available on the iPhone 15 Pro and newer models. In iOS 27, users can access it through the Camera app using a new Siri mode. AirPods with cameras could allow users to use Visual Intelligence without holding their phone. A small LED on the earbuds would show when the cameras are active.
Code found in the second iOS 27 developer beta last month appeared to reference AirPods with cameras, which suggests the product may be closer to launch. The AirPods Ultra could be released as early as this year, possibly on the same schedule as the iPhone Ultra.
MacBook Ultra With OLED Touchscreen and What Remains Unconfirmed
Apple is also reportedly developing a MacBook Ultra for release by early 2027, with an OLED touchscreen. The company has not previously offered a touchscreen MacBook, making this a notable part of the report.
Other rumored features include M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, a Dynamic Island, and a thinner design compared to the latest MacBook Pro models. Apple may also add a C2 modem of its own design, which would provide built-in cellular connectivity.
All three products are based on rumors and reports, not official Apple announcements. Names, prices, specifications, and release dates could change. The iPhone Ultra's price, the AirPods Ultra camera features, and the MacBook Ultra's cellular connectivity remain unconfirmed.
Apple has not commented on any of these products, and the reported release windows have not been verified.
This constant roll-out of new products is a gimmick. It wouldn’t matter what they try to sell. Its Apple so that is no from me. Just like if its Google, Meta or Amazon. Thanks I’m but not interested.
With the RAM crisis everything is going to be ultra pricy. Does make sense for Apple to introduce ultra products which will have a better profit margin built in given the added assembly costs. Next year looking even worse for RAM shortages.