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The first folding iPhone, finally revealed as the iPhone Duo … powerful new processors in iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 … and better ANC in AirPods 5.
Not a bad debut for new Apple CEO John Ternus, who showcased these new products in the action-packed Surprise and Shine event Wednesday.
While the rumor mill spoiled many of the big reveals, Apple still managed to surprise and delight. No leak or rumor could possibly have prepared you for the gorgeous look of the iPhone Duo’s specialized software.
Read about all the new products in our Surprise and Shine section (and don’t miss this week’s Cult of Mac podcast, where we debate the pros and cons of all the new gear).
Also in this edition of The Weekender:
Ready for iOS 27? There’s no need to wait for Monday’s official release.
New features coming to Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 are raising red flags, for two entirely different reasons. Find out why some people are nervous about Live Rewind and Siri Recap and why Cult of Mac fitness expert Graham Bower is skeptical of readiness and Health Age metrics.
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The Cult of Mac team cranked out several buying guides this week. They will help you decide if you should upgrade to the iPhone 18 Pro and the Apple Watch Series 12, and also tell you what features you’ll miss out on if you pick the iPhone Duo over the iPhone 18 Pro.
Even as the new Apple products arrived, we heard some juicy new rumors about an Edge Light feature for iPhone, pesky ads possibly coming to Visual Intelligence, a pair of mysterious Apple game controllers and a seriously upgraded Apple TV Remote app
And finally, Cult of Mac Deals also rolled out new items this week: refurbished iPad Pros and iPad minis, an easy way to build your own iOS app, and a multi-AI platform that will save you money and hassles.
Enjoy your weekend!
— Lewis Wallace, managing editor
Surprise and Shine special coverage
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