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Top Stories: 'iPhone Ultra' and Apple TV Rumors, iOS 27 Beta 3, and More
MacRumors • • general
Key Points:
- Apple is expected to unveil its foldable iPhone, likely named "iPhone Ultra," alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models but may delay pre-orders until late 2026 due to manufacturing challenges, similar to the iPhone X launch timeline.
- The next Apple TV 4K refresh is planned for 2026 and will likely coincide with the launch of Siri AI in iOS 27, bringing updated specs and features to the set-top box.
- iOS 27 Beta 3 introduces new features including enhanced Siri customization, new wallpapers, and improvements to Photos and Shortcuts, with public betas expected later this month.
- Apple Intelligence camera features in the Home app will require a 2TB iCloud+ subscription plan ($9.99/month) or higher in iOS 27, enabling advanced motion alert summaries and video grouping for HomeKit Secure Video users.
- Regulatory filings reveal increased battery capacities for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models, with the foldable iPhone Ultra featuring a combined battery capacity of approximately 4,883mAh.
