Apple Stock News: Trial Production
Apple Stock News: Apple’s first folding iPhone, anticipated for release next year, might end up being even smaller than previously thought. According to The Information report, the external display measures only 5.3 inches—even smaller than the screen of the discontinued iPhone mini series from 2022 due to low demand. Rumors indicate that the internal display will feature approximately a 4:3 aspect ratio, enabling familiar multitasking capabilities borrowed from iPadOS. This suggests that the focus lies primarily on the unfolded state, offering a user-friendly ultramobile iPad-like experience. However, when folded, the device appears geared towards basic tasks like notifications and quick interactions rather than functioning as a complete smartphone replacement. Expectedly priced between $2,000 and $2,500, this model would become Apple’s costliest iPhone yet.
Trial Production
According to information from the Chinese insider Fixed Focus Digital, Apple plans to start trial production of the iPhone 18 after the Chinese New Year. Production lines for the iPhone 18 Pro models are already ready, indicating that the design development stage is nearly complete. External changes are expected to be minimal, maintaining a design similar to the iPhone 17 Pro. Apple is likely to implement a split production cycle: the iPhone 18 Pro models will be released in autumn 2026 together with the company’s first foldable iPhone, while the standard versions of the iPhone 18 will arrive in spring 2027. The standard iPhone 18 will feature a simplified camera without a touch-sensitive sensor, increased RAM up to 12 GB, and an A20 chip manufactured using TSMC’s 2 nm process. The iPhone 18 Pro models will include a new A20 Pro processor, under-display Face ID technology, a variable aperture lens, and a three-layer camera sensor from Samsung, as well as Apple’s own next-generation C2 modem.
Supersized Fine
Italy’s antitrust authority fined Apple €98.6 million for its App Tracking Transparency policy requiring user consent for targeted advertising based on cross-app activity tracking. These regulations were deemed overly strict for developers and advertisers, particularly due to the need for double consent involving GDPR compliance. Although the rule applies equally to Apple’s own apps, the company argues that since it doesn’t engage in cross-app tracking itself, it’s exempt from displaying such notices. Apple plans to challenge the ruling, emphasizing the importance of protecting user privacy.
