Apple's 2027 device lineup includes foldable iPhone and smart glasses
Apple's 2027 device lineup will include new iPhone, iPad and Mac models as usual, but they will be joined by an all-new iPhone Pro model, a foldable iPhone, and smart glasses. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman shared the updated details in his latest Power On newsletter.
The new iPhone Pro and Fold models will launch in time for the iPhone's 20-year anniversary. Gurman previously disclosed that the device would 'make extensive use of glass' on the iPhone 19 Pro, and we now get a few more details suggesting the device is said to feature a curved design. It will not feature any display cutouts, meaning Apple will finally offer an under-display Face ID solution.
Apple's first foldable will feature a 'nearly invisible' display crease on its 7.8' main display thanks to its exclusive Samsung Display-made panel. This is a recurring rumor and one that will help differentiate the iPhone Fold from its competitors.
But that's apparently not all that Apple has in store for 2027, as the new report also suggests we'll see the brand's first smart glasses. These will be more in line with the Ray-Ban Meta glasses and feature Apple Intelligence with multiple cameras providing Visual Intelligence features.
Gurman also reiterated that Apple is looking to launch Apple Watch and AirPod models with built-in cameras for Visual Intelligence.
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