What to Expect From Apple’s Upcoming Launch: Foldable iPhone, AirPods, HomePods and More

Apple is expected to reveal a major lineup of new products at its upcoming launch event, with the company’s first foldable iPhone expected to be the main highlight. The event comes during a major transition period for Apple as the company prepares for new leadership and product strategies.

The rumoured foldable device, often called the “iPhone Ultra,” would mark Apple’s entry into a smartphone category in which competitors have already released multiple generations of foldable devices. Reports suggest Apple is targeting a premium market, with the phone potentially priced above $2,000.

What to Expect From Apple’s Foldable iPhone

According to reports on Apple’s foldable iPhone plans, the company is expected to focus on premium materials, a thin design, and a high-end user experience.

Bloomberg reported that Apple’s foldable iPhone is expected to feature a design focused on portability, opening to a larger display similar to a small tablet.

The foldable iPhone is expected to feature a 5.5-inch outer display that expands into a 7.8-inch internal screen when opened. The device would reportedly offer a larger viewing experience while remaining compact when folded.

Early tester reports have described the device as having a premium feel and a practical folded design. However, reports suggest Apple may make some hardware compromises, including a dual-camera system instead of a more advanced camera setup.

Apple is also expected to include MagSafe wireless charging. To save internal space, reports suggest the company may replace Face ID with a Touch ID fingerprint sensor built into the side button.

Software Experience and Foldable Display Design

The foldable iPhone is expected to support multitasking, allowing users to run multiple apps side by side when the larger display is opened. Although the device would resemble a compact iPad when unfolded, reports indicate it would continue to run iOS rather than iPadOS.

Bloomberg reported that Apple has been developing software features designed specifically for the foldable display experience. The company is also reportedly working to reduce the visible crease, which remains a challenge for many foldable smartphones.

New iPhone Models and Other Apple Devices

For customers who do not want a foldable phone, Apple is also expected to introduce updates to its traditional iPhone lineup. Reports suggest the company is preparing new iPhone 18 models, although details about the standard version remain limited.

Bloomberg’s reporting on Apple’s product roadmap suggests the company is planning broader changes across its upcoming hardware lineup.

Apple may also introduce updates for products beyond the iPhone, including HomePod and AirPods. References to unreleased Apple devices were reportedly discovered in a macOS preview build, providing possible clues about upcoming products.

MacRumors reported that users discovered references to unreleased hardware while examining a preview version of macOS.

AirPods With Cameras and Apple’s AI Push

One of the most unusual rumoured products is AirPods with built-in cameras. Researcher Aaron Perris identified references connected to the technology, suggesting Apple is exploring new ways for its earbuds to interact with AI features.

Bloomberg reported that camera-equipped AirPods would not primarily be designed for taking photos or videos. Instead, the cameras could help Siri understand visual information from the user’s surroundings and support AI-powered features.

Apple’s upcoming launch is expected to showcase the company’s expansion into new hardware designs while continuing its push to integrate AI capabilities across its device ecosystem.