Watch BEFORE the Apple Event Today.
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Video Summary
Apple is gearing up for a major product launch, with the "iPhone Ultra" expected to steal the show. This foldable device, rumored to be about 10% smaller than an iPad Mini, boasts a 7.7 to 7.8-inch unfolded display and could feature the new A20 chip. Pricing is projected to range from $1,900 to $2,400, with the highest configurations potentially reaching $3,000 due to anticipated supply shortages.
While the iPhone Ultra is the star, incremental updates are also expected for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, including a smaller Dynamic Island and potential battery and chip enhancements. The Apple Watch Ultra 4 might see a brighter screen and possibly Touch ID integration, though non-invasive blood glucose tracking is unlikely. The event will focus on these new devices, with other products like the standard iPhone 18, iPhone Air 2, and new Apple Watch SE models slated for a spring release.
Short Highlights
- iPhone Ultra:
- Foldable design
- 7.7-7.8 inch unfolded display
- A20 chip
- Pricing: $1,900 - $2,400, up to $3,000 for highest configuration
- Expected supply shortages
- iPhone 18 Pro & Pro Max:
- Smaller Dynamic Island
- Potential battery and chip upgrades
- Apple Watch Ultra 4:
- Brighter screen
- Potential Touch ID integration
- Other anticipated releases:
- iPhone 18 & 18e (Spring)
- iPhone Air 2 (Spring)
- Apple Watch SE4 (Spring)
- Home Hub, camera-equipped AirPods (Rumored, not expected at event)
- Features to watch for:
- iOS 27 with unique operating system style
- Advanced hinge technology to minimize crease
- Potential loss of Face ID and MagSafe on iPhone Ultra
- Camera improvements:
- Better camera controls expected on Ultra and Pro Max
- Pro models to retain triple-camera system for videography
Key Details
iPhone Ultra Rumors [0:00]
- The iPhone Ultra is expected to be the main focus of the upcoming Apple event.
- It's rumored to be about 10% smaller than an iPad Mini when unfolded.
- The device may feature a 7.7 to 7.8-inch display when opened.
The bet is that consumers will keep paying up both for the foldable and for pros with better battery life camera improvements and the new a20 pro chip that is also expected tomorrow
iPhone 18 Lineup and Release Schedule [0:00]
- The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected with upgrades like better battery life, camera improvements, and the new A20 Pro chip.
- Standard iPhone 18 models are not expected at this event and are rumored for a spring release.
- The iPhone Air 2, described as super thin and lightweight with one rear camera, is also not expected until spring.
let's summarize what we've got here so iphone 18 pro max expected pro and pro max expected though a lot of the newer phones are not expected to get upgraded until the spring because we'll focus on the upgrade and release to an iphone ultra
Other Apple Product Expectations [0:00]
- New Apple Watch SE4 and new Macs are not expected at this event, likely coming in the spring.
- Home Hub and camera-equipped AirPods have been rumored but are not expected for announcement tomorrow.
- No expectations for Apple TV, HomePod mini, or iPad mini tomorrow.
the home hub as well as camera equipped air pods have been rumored but the expectation is those are not going to be announced tomorrow
iPhone Ultra Design and Display [0:00]
- The iPhone Ultra is expected to be roughly 10% smaller than an iPad Mini, with a target size that might require a 10% reduction from current mock-ups.
- It may not feature Face ID, opting for a touch sensor, to maintain a thinner profile.
- The unfolded screen size is expected to be 7.7 to 7.8 inches, compared to the iPad Mini's 8.1-inch screen.
this also doesn't have face id which really drives me nuts i kind of hate using the the unlock sensor up here mostly because i just feel like it's i don't know you get stuff on your fingers more easily than your face looking different you know
iPhone Ultra Internals and Battery [0:00]
- The device is expected to be powered by the Apple A20 chip, manufactured on a 2-nanometer node.
- It might feature the largest battery ever in an iPhone, possibly consisting of two batteries.
- The iPhone Pro Max 18 is also anticipated to receive a battery upgrade, potentially reaching 5500 mAh.
we're expecting this to come with the apple a20 chip on the two nanometer node of production
iPhone Ultra Pricing and Availability [0:00]
- Pricing for the iPhone Ultra is estimated to start between $1,900 and $2,400, with a possibility of exceeding $2,000 due to expected supply shortages.
- The highest-end configuration could reach $3,000.
- Initial stock is expected to be limited, leading to sell-outs and potential delays until January for some configurations.
pricing for the ultra is expected to come in at a starting price of 1900 to 2400 i think it's going to be at 2400 i think they're going to break 2000 on the starting price because there are expected to be supply shortages for this and the highest end configuration might be as expensive as three thousand dollars
iOS 27 and Foldable Technology [0:00]
- iOS 27 is anticipated to have a unique operating system style, blending features of iPad and iPhone OS.
- Code leaks suggest the OS will be able to detect if the device is unfolded or folded and the angle of the hinge.
- Advanced hinge technology and metal plates beneath the display are expected to minimize or eliminate the crease.
we do expect that ios 27 will have sort of its own style of operating system that's a bit of a cross between ipad and iphone and there have already been leaks in the code base for fold state determining is it unfolded or folded
iPhone Ultra External Display and Comparison [0:00]
- The iPhone Ultra will feature an external display, unlike current single-sided display iPhones.
- This external display is expected to be 5.3 to 5.5 inches, significantly smaller than the 6.9-inch iPhone Pro Max.
- When held sideways, the unfolded iPhone Ultra's screen size is expected to closely resemble that of an iPad Mini.
this uh uh 5.3 to 5.5 inches this is significantly smaller though than the 6.9 that you get in the iphone pro
iPhone Ultra Camera and Features [0:00]
- The iPhone Ultra might lose its telephoto lens, potentially to allow for a clunkier but easier-to-handle device.
- The focus is on wider and normal lenses for everyday photography, with improved camera controls expected for both the Ultra and Pro Max models.
- The removal of Face ID hardware is attributed to keeping the device as thin as possible when folded.
the iphone ultra may lose its telephoto lens uh probably somewhat reasonable for uh you know a sort of wider if you will clunkier device compared to something maybe more easy to handle for telephoto operations
MagSafe and Color Options [0:00]
- It's unclear if MagSafe will be included on the iPhone Ultra, which could be a significant loss for users relying on MagSafe accessories.
- The device is expected to be available in silver, white, and dark blue, based on leaked camera cover images.
unclear if magsafe is going to be ultimately included there have been rumors that they might not have magsafe as part of this uh i know a lot of people use magsafe accessories cases so i know that would be a big loss to see magsafe go away
iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max Updates [0:00]
- The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to receive incremental updates, including a smaller Dynamic Island.
- Potential upgrades include a 10% increase in battery life and the 2-nanometer A20 chip, promising 10-20% better efficiency or speed.
- Videography enthusiasts may still prefer the Pro models due to their triple-camera system.
the big push here is going to be a smaller dynamic island so i think they have an image here this is mac world there it is mac world got this image they embedded which indicates that smaller potential dynamic island
Apple Watch Ultra 4 Potential Features [0:00]
- There is hope for the release of the Apple Watch Ultra 4, potentially featuring a brighter screen.
- Rumors suggest the Ultra 4 could include Touch ID, which might offer more secure authorization for passkeys and purchases.
- Non-invasive blood glucose tracking is not expected, but continuous heart rate monitoring is anticipated to compete with devices like Oura rings and Whoop.
and then there is hope that the iphone 4 or sorry the uh apple watch ultra 4 gets released this is the apple watch ultra 3 and that the ultra 4 could come with potentially a brighter screen along with a brighter screen for the apple iphone pro max 18.
Apple Stock and Growth Prospects [0:00]
- Apple's stock has been trading around $315, with a P/E ratio of approximately 3.7, assuming 9% annual growth for the next four years.
- The launch of the Ultra, Max Studio, M5 chip, and the foldable iPhone is expected to drive significantly greater growth for Apple.
- Despite potential growth, Apple is not considered a cheap stock, but its valuation becomes more justifiable with increased growth projections.
i think with the ultra max studio that they're selling the m5 and the fold we're actually going to see significantly greater growth at apple
Max Studio Supply Constraints [0:00]
- The Max Studio, particularly AI compute-centric versions with higher core counts, is experiencing significant demand and supply constraints.
- Deliveries for some configurations are pushed back to January or even February.
- The 80-core processor version, in particular, causes a delay of about two to two and a half months.
if i go for the 80 core that's when you're getting bumped back another two months two and a half months actually so the ai compute centric version really getting sold out pretty impressive
Overall Outlook and Event Coverage [0:00]
- The overall outlook is bullish on Apple's growth prospects, driven by upcoming product launches.
- The event itself is expected to be a catalyst for this growth, despite Apple's strict policies against live streaming.
- A summary of the event highlights will be provided after its conclusion.
overall bullish that apple is going to grow faster and bullish on the event tomorrow we'll be covering maybe during we'll kind of cover some highlights that come out but apple is really strict about people live streaming their events so it's kind of lame but it is what it is