2026 is going to be a very exciting year for Apple fans.

The company is set to release at least 15 new products, including some that represent entirely new product categories for Cupertino.

There are a few things I’m particularly excited about, including the first folding iPhone, which I think Apple could really knock out of the park. Plus, the rumored “HomePad” smart home hub sounds very intriguing, especially if it’s robotlike and has a distinct personality.

But there’s more — a lot more. Here’s what to expect next year.

Also in today’s newsletter:

  • Anker is one of those companies that started as a budget-friendly e-commerce brand that’s turned into an electronics powerhouse. But as I discovered myself while shopping this holiday season, its wide range of products can be a little confusing. Here’s an easy-to-follow breakdown of Anker’s offerings.

  • Samsung’s monster 57-inch curved gaming monitor is like having two 27-inch 4K UHD monitors packed into one screen. The specs are amazing, and it’s on sale — along with several other Samsung displays.

  • A USB hub is almost de rigueur for modern, port-shy MacBooks, but do you need one for your iPhone? The answer is yes, if you want to use it to its full potential. See our hands-on review of a new MagSafe USB hub for iPhone.

  • We had a great response to yesterday’s dueling polls: What were Apple’s best and worst products of 2025? See the results below.

  • Happy New Year, everyone! I’d like to thank all our readers for a great 2025, and I’m looking forward to an even better 2026. Cheers!!!!

— Leander Kahney, EIC.

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