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AppleTrack Breakdown: The 2026 Leaks Explained in 3 Minutes

  • Writer: Mag Shum
    Mag Shum
  • Jan 17
  • 2 min read

2026 Is Apple’s "Super Cycle"

While 2025 might be an incremental year, the video positions 2026 as one of the biggest years in Apple history, with entirely new form factors and major display overhauls.



1. The iPhone 18 Lineup (The "Slim" Revolution)

The biggest change is the death of the "Plus" model and the introduction of a new, ultra-thin premium tier.


  • iPhone 18 Air (or Slim): A completely new iPhone focused on aesthetics. It will be incredibly thin, likely have a single powerful camera (instead of three), and sit between the standard and Pro models in price.

  • iPhone 18 Pro/Max: These will feature under-display Face ID for the first time, shrinking the "Dynamic Island" to just a small hole-punch circle for the camera.


2. The "iPhone Fold" is Finally Real

After years of rumors, 2026 is flagged as the release year for Apple’s first foldable.


  • Design: It’s a "book-style" foldable (like the Galaxy Fold), not a flip phone.

  • Specs: When unfolded, it features a massive ~7.6-inch to 8-inch display.

  • The Catch: It is expected to be ultra-premium, potentially priced around $2,000 - $2,500, likely marketed as a separate "Ultra" tier device.


3. The Mac Goes OLED

The MacBook Pro gets its biggest screen upgrade in years.


  • OLED Displays: Apple is finally bringing OLED technology to the MacBook Pro. This means perfect blacks, better battery efficiency, and a significantly thinner lid design.

  • Touchscreen? There are strong rumors of Apple testing touchscreens on these Macs, though this remains the most controversial leak.


4. Smart Home & Wearables

  • HomePod with Screen: Apple is releasing a "HomePad" product—essentially a HomePod speaker fused with an iPad display to compete with the Google Nest Hub.

  • Apple Watch X (or Series 12): A complete redesign with a magnetic band attachment system (rendering old bands obsolete) and blood pressure monitoring.


The Verdict

If you are planning to upgrade your devices, the video suggests holding off until 2026 if you can. The jump from 2024/2025 tech to 2026’s OLED MacBooks and the new iPhone "Air" design represents a generational shift in how Apple products look and feel.

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