UMVA has learned that Apple's latest beta releases contain hints about two revolutionary new products: a folding iPhone and a touchscreen MacBook. The evidence, uncovered in the code of macOS 27 and iOS 27, suggests that Apple is actively working on bringing these innovative devices to market.
The most obvious clue about the folding iPhone comes from the updated iPhone Mirroring app in macOS 27. This app allows users to stretch the window to display iPad-like layouts, running the same iOS software. This design implies that Apple is exploring different-sized windows for iOS, likely in preparation for a foldable device.
Furthermore, Apple has been encouraging developers to design their software with "app adaptability" in mind. This philosophy focuses on creating apps that can fit a wide range of screen sizes, which seems unnecessary for the current iPhone lineup, but crucial for a foldable device. The code within iOS 27 beta 1 also directly references a product with "multiple displays," additional sensors, and the ability to detect how "open" a device is – a clear indication of a foldable iPhone.
In a related development, UMVA can exclusively reveal that Apple is also working on a touchscreen MacBook. The macOS 27 beta features a new way to refresh content by pulling down on different pages, similar to iOS and iPadOS. This touch-based gesture seems out of place on a traditional Mac, but it makes sense if Apple is planning to release a MacBook with a touchscreen.
Additional evidence for the touchscreen MacBook includes the updated Sidecar feature, which allows users to turn their iPad into an external display for their Mac. In the beta, the macOS window on the iPad is now touch-sensitive, allowing users to interact with macOS via touch for the first time. The "Search or Ask" interface in Siri also appears as a pill on macOS, similar to its appearance on iOS, which could indicate that the touchscreen MacBook will feature a Dynamic Island.
According to information obtained by UMVA, the foldable iPhone is likely to debut in September, as part of Apple's annual iPhone event. However, predicting the release date of the touchscreen MacBook is more challenging, as Apple has no set schedule for laptop announcements. It is expected to arrive in late 2026 or early 2027.
