Apple’s 2027 product lineup represents the company’s most expansive release calendar in history, spanning multiple iPhone variants, three Mac models, four iPad editions, two categories of camera-equipped wearables, a new smart glasses line, and an in-home security system, all in a single year.
The strategy splits iPhone launches across spring and fall for the first time, introduces a second generations foldable iPhone within consecutive years, and extends AI-focused silicon across Macs while bringing OLED screens to mid-tier iPads. This calendar restructuring, combined with entirely new product categories entering Apple’s portfolio, defines 2027 as the inflection point where the company’s supply chain discipline meets consumer demand for form factor diversity.
Spring 2027: iPhone 18, iPhone 18e, and iPhone Air 2
The spring 2027 iPhone releases comprise three models: the standard iPhone 18, a budget-tier iPhone 18e with 9GB of RAM and an upgraded chip, and the second-generation iPhone Air 2. The iPhone 18 is expected to feature the new A20 chip built on 2nm process technology, increased RAM, a smaller Dynamic Island, and Apple’s new C2 modem. Apple could downgrade the display or share more components between the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e to reduce costs at the standard and budget tiers.
The iPhone Air 2 represents a second launch for a product line that underperformed at its September 2025 debut. Apple is exploring the addition of a second rear camera, positioned for ultrawide-angle photography, to strengthen its appeal and justify the $999 starting price. The successor will also receive a faster chip and battery life improvements, addressing the original model’s weak market reception.
September 2027: The 20th-Anniversary iPhone With Curved Edge-to-Edge Enclosure
Apple’s flagship for September 2027 is expected to feature curved glass around all corners and edges, creating a bezel-free design and substantially larger screen. The enclosure curves around the front and back edges with thinner bezels than any prior iPhone design. This redesign marks the first major industrial overhaul in years and signals Apple’s return to a September flagship cadence after splitting its 2026 launch calendar. The 20th-anniversary iPhone represents the biggest overhaul to what is now the iPhone Pro line since the iPhone X.
Foldable iPhone 2 and a Roadmap Through 2028
Apple will introduce a second-generation foldable iPhone in 2027 following its first-generation launch in fall 2026. A third-generation model is already in development for 2028, featuring a slightly larger display on both the front and inside compared to the 2026 and 2027 iterations. The progression toward larger screens reflects consumer demand for bigger devices and indicates Apple’s long-term commitment to the form factor.
MacBook Air and MacBook Neo: M6 and A19 Pro Chips
The 2027 MacBook Air will move to Apple’s M6 chip, continuing the established pattern of annual updates to the company’s most popular computer. The refresh will prioritize chip performance rather than industrial redesign.
Apple will also release a new MacBook Neo with the A19 Pro chip at a $699 price point, maintaining momentum from the first-generation model’s success. The updated Neo is expected to feature a faster chip and increased memory compared to its predecessor. Apple has plans to refresh the Neo’s color options periodically to maintain market appeal.
High-End MacBook Pro: M7 Pro and M7 Max for AI Workloads
MacBook Pro models arriving in late 2027 and early 2028 is expected to feature Apple’s M7 Pro and M7 Max chips, both designed explicitly for artificial intelligence workloads. The high-end models is expected to use second-generation versions of Apple’s high-end touch MacBooks with OLED displays, shifting from M6 Pro and M6 Max to the newer silicon generation. These machines represent Apple’s next step in integrating on-device AI across its Mac lineup.
iPad Pro Refresh: M6 Chip and Vapor Chamber Cooling
The iPad Pro will receive a faster M6 chip paired with vapor chamber cooling technology to maximize sustained performance in 2027. The vapor chamber design, if implemented, will help sustain performance over longer periods and reduce overheating during demanding workloads. The upgrade will be less dramatic than the simultaneous iPad Air refresh, with the new chip as the primary enhancement.
iPad Air With OLED Screen
The major change to the iPad Air for 2027 is a move to an OLED screen, matching the underlying technology in the iPad Pro since 2024 and the iPad mini this year. This upgrade positions the iPad Air as a more visually competitive option against the standard iPad Pro while maintaining its mid-tier positioning.
Entry-Level iPad Refresh and New Pencils
After a long hiatus and a price bump, Apple is readying a new entry-level iPad with a faster chip and support for Apple Intelligence, finally bringing the company’s AI platform to its most affordable tablet. The entry-level iPad will mark a meaningful update to a product category that has seen limited refresh activity.
Apple is working on updates of the Pencil Pro and entry-level USB-C Pencil tied to the 2027 iPad refreshes. These stylus updates will accompany the broader iPad lineup expansion.
AirPods With Built-In Cameras and Visual Intelligence
Apple is preparing a significant update to AirPods featuring built-in camera sensors that work with Apple’s visual intelligence feature. The cameras will provide reminders triggered by visual cues, allow users to analyze the surrounding environment, and offer turn-by-turn directions with context. The cameras will not be able to record photos or video. This places the feature as a real-time processing tool rather than a capture device. This represents the long-in-the-works update that transforms AirPods from audio devices into environmental intelligence tools.
Smart Glasses Without Displays
Apple will take on Meta Platforms Inc. In glasses for the first time, rolling out a model without displays. The device will let users listen to music, handle phone calls, and take pictures and video. The cameras come in a unique oval shape and is expected to support the same AI tasks as the camera-equipped AirPods, including environmental analysis and visual intelligence. The frames themselves will be available in a few colors and shapes, allowing for personalization at launch.
In-Home Security Sensor and Automation System
Apple is planning a privacy-centric home security camera and automation device that is expected to use AI to monitor the surrounding environment instead of recording actual video footage. The system will tap into a new home security and monitoring service. This places Apple’s approach as fundamentally different from traditional security cameras. This device reflects Apple’s commitment to on-device processing and privacy-first design in the smart home category.
Apple Watch Redesign
The company has gone back to the drawing board on its fitness wearables and is exploring several new directions for the Apple Watch. A redesigned smartwatch is in development with a plan to release it in 2027 or 2028, indicating Apple’s willingness to substantially rethink the wearable’s form factor and features after years of incremental updates.
