Apple's New Betas Offer Some Clues About the Next iPhones and MacBooks
Recent beta releases for iOS 27 and macOS 27 contain subtle clues suggesting Apple is preparing to launch a foldable iPhone and a touchscreen MacBook. Analysts point to new window-management features as evidence of the company's shift toward these new form factors.
Why it matters
Apple's potential entry into the foldable and touchscreen laptop markets would represent a significant shift in their hardware design philosophy and product ecosystem.
While Apple silicon has changed the game for the company's product lineup (most notably the Mac), Apple's overall designs haven't changed all that much in recent years. Sure, the iPhone 17 Pro looks a bit different than the iPhone 16 Pro, but to most, they might as well be identical. Meanwhile, a MacBook Pro, from 2026 looks exactly like one from 2022 - you'd have to use it to know what M-series chip it was running.
The article reports on industry rumors and technical observations without taking a promotional stance.
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