--- title: "The Apple Ultra Era: Foldable iPhone, OLED Laptops, and New AirPods Coming in 2026–2027" description: "🍏 Apple launches the Ultra era! Three revolutionary products are coming in 2026–2027: 📱 iPhone Ultra — the first foldable smartphone (September 2026). 🎧 AirPods Ultra — with IR cameras for AI and health (end of 2026). 💻 MacBook Ultra — the first laptops with OLED and touch screens (2027). Read details about the upcoming novelties on XAB.info." date: 2026-08-09T14:51:38.000Z lang: en url: https://xab.info/en/posts/apple-ultra-iphone-airpods-macbook-2026-2027 tags: [apple, iphone-ultra, airpods, macbook, foldable-iphone, oled-display, tech-news] publisher: "XAB.info" --- # The Apple Ultra Era: Foldable iPhone, OLED Laptops, and New AirPods Coming in 2026–2027 ![Conceptual design of a future Apple laptop with an ultra-thin OLED display, presented in the Apple Ultra style](https://xab.info/media/2026/08/09/apple-ultra-iphone-airpods-macbook-2026-2027/apple-ultra-iphone-airpods-macbook-2026-2027-1.webp) ## 🎯 Key Points - Apple introduces the Ultra brand for three key products: iPhone, AirPods, and MacBook. - The first foldable iPhone Ultra will be released in September 2026. - AirPods Ultra will feature IR cameras for AI and health functions. - MacBook Ultra will be the first Apple laptops with OLED screens and touch controls. In August 2026, the gadget industry is preparing for a massive transformation initiated by Apple. For years, rumors about a product line with the "Ultra" prefix remained speculative, but according to the latest data from authoritative insiders, the company is finally ready to bring this brand to market. It is expected that in the near future, we will see not one, but at least three fundamentally new devices united by this name: the first foldable smartphone, revolutionary headphones, and an updated line of laptops. ### iPhone Ultra: Realizing the Dream of a Foldable Smartphone The main event of the autumn 2026 release will be the launch of Apple's first-ever foldable smartphone. According to information obtained by MacRumors from Mark Gurman (Bloomberg) and confirmed by MacWorld data, the device will officially be named iPhone Ultra. The release is scheduled for September 2026. This device will be a response to the growing demand for mobile devices with flexible screens, which have dominated competitors' offerings for several years. It is expected that the iPhone Ultra will not simply copy solutions from other vendors but will offer a unique engineering implementation. Experts predict that the smartphone will be equipped with advanced folding mechanisms and, possibly, innovative battery solutions to compensate for the increased power consumption of the flexible display. ### AirPods Ultra: AI Integration and Health Monitoring The second wave of "Ultra" branded novelties will affect audio devices. By the end of 2026, Apple plans to present the AirPods Ultra. It is important to note that these will not be entirely new over-ear headphones, as some previously assumed. Instead, this refers to a deep modernization of the current AirPods Pro lineup. The key difference of the AirPods Ultra will be tiny IR cameras built directly into the earbud housing. These sensors are designed to provide new features related to artificial intelligence and user health. Thanks to the cameras, the headphones will be able to analyze the environment to improve noise cancellation, as well as conduct basic medical measurements, integrating with the Apple Health ecosystem. ### MacBook Ultra: Transition to OLED and Touch Screens The most ambitious project in the Ultra lineup will be the update of the laptop line, expected in early 2027. Unlike previous forecasts pointing to the release of MacBook Pro, the new models will be positioned as MacBook Ultra. This will be a significant moment, as the company will for the first time equip its laptops with OLED screens, which will radically improve color reproduction and contrast. In addition to the display, MacBook Ultra models will feature touch panels, marking Apple's first step towards abandoning physical keyboards in favor of fully digital input interfaces. Under the hood, new M5 Pro and M5 Max SoC chips are expected, which will provide a colossal performance boost. The new models will also feature a reduced Dynamic Island cutout and, possibly, Apple's own C2 modem for the first time, promising improved battery life and connection speed. ### Contradictory Data Despite the high level of detail in the leaks, there are disagreements within the analyst community regarding exact timelines and specifications. While MacRumors and Bloomberg agree on the name "Ultra" for all three products, the 9to5mac source in its July 2026 materials mentions five products launching this autumn, without specifying whether all of them will carry the Ultra brand. Furthermore, some independent analysts are skeptical about the release dates for touch-screen MacBooks, suggesting that the technology may be delayed to a later date due to software calibration difficulties. ## 🔍 Fact-Check Verification - [Apple has five products launching this fall that we’ve waited a long time for](https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/31/apple-has-five-products-launching-this-fall-that-weve-waited-a-long-time-for/) - Подтверждает масштабный релиз продуктов осенью 2026, но не уточняет детали по бренду Ultra для всех устройств. - [Apple Hits Record 30% Recycled Content Across All Products in 2025](https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/16/apple-hits-record-recycled-content/) - Подтверждено по источнику macrumors.com - [New iPhone Ultra Leak Points to Apple’s Biggest Surprise Yet](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/iphone-ultra-foldable-dual-battery-leak/) - Подтверждает слухи о складном iPhone Ultra и его характеристиках. - [iPhone Ultra rumors: Everything you need to know about the foldable iPhone](https://www.msn.com/en-us/technology/tech-companies/iphone-ultra-rumors-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-foldable-iphone/ar-AA29rk6d) - Сборник слухов о складном iPhone, подтверждающий интерес рынка к модели Ultra. ## ❓ FAQ ### Q: When will the first foldable iPhone from Apple be released? **A:** It is expected in September 2026 under the name iPhone Ultra. ### Q: What is new in AirPods Ultra? **A:** They will feature built-in IR cameras for AI and health monitoring functions, releasing by the end of 2026. ### Q: Will MacBook Ultra have OLED screens? **A:** Yes, these will be the first Apple laptops with OLED displays, with a release expected in early 2027.