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title: "Apple may expand ‘Ultra’ branding to iPhone, MacBook: Report"  
description: "Apple may expand ‘Ultra’ branding to iPhone, MacBook: Report"  
author: "Anubhav Sharma"  
published: 2026-04-28  
updated: 2026-04-29  
canonical: https://www.mindstick.com/news/4768/apple-may-expand-ultra-branding-to-iphone-macbook-report  
category: "news"  
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# Apple may expand ‘Ultra’ branding to iPhone, MacBook: Report

**Apple is reportedly [planning to expand](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/115550/what-future-projects-is-nasa-planning-to-expand-human-presence-in-deep-space) its "Ultra" [branding](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/12588/how-to-start-a-successful-online-branding-campaign) into a new super-premium product tier that sits above its current "Pro" lineup**. This [strategy](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/12790/creating-an-e-commerce-strategy-in-2018), following the success of the Apple Watch Ultra, aims to differentiate cutting-edge hardware from [standard](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/23223/naming-convention-or-coding-standard) flagship models.

## Key Rumoured "Ultra" Products

- **iPhone Ultra (Foldable)**:

   - **Design**: Expected to be Apple's first [foldable smartphone](https://www.mindstick.com/news/2301/the-foldable-smartphone-from-vivo-appears-promising), featuring a book-style design with a 5.5-inch outer display and a 7.8-inch inner OLED screen.
   - **Branding**: Positioned as a standalone flagship, it likely won't be part of the numbered iPhone 18 series.
   - **Launch**: Targeted for **September 2026** alongside the iPhone 18 Pro, though availability may be limited.
   - **Price**: Estimates suggest a starting price between **$1,500 and $2,000**.

- **MacBook Ultra**:

   - **[Features](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/12993/5-advanced-features-for-your-odoo-ecommerce-theme)**: Anticipated to be the first Mac with a **touchscreen** and an **OLED display**. It may also include a [Dynamic Island](https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/apple-readies-iphone-ultra-for-september-delays-macbook-ultra-to-2027/gm-GM3DBFA0B9?gemSnapshotKey=GM3DBFA0B9-snapshot-2) and cellular connectivity.
   - **Status**: Originally slated for late 2026, the launch may be pushed to **early 2027** due to memory supply shortages.

- **Other Potential Additions**:

   - **AirPods Ultra**: High-end earbuds potentially featuring built-in cameras for spatial awareness.
   - **iPad Ultra**: A larger, possibly foldable tablet identified as a priority for [future development](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/37138/what-do-you-think-of-the-future-development-and-potential-of-nano-drug-delivery-systems).

## Strategy Overview

By introducing an "Ultra" tier, Apple can [experiment](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/43405/who-created-the-holy-experiment) with innovative form factors—like foldables and touch-enabled Macs—at significantly higher price points without redefining what it means to be a "Pro" user. This tiered approach effectively targets niche, high-spending [consumers](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/43079/how-did-the-national-consumers-league-try-to-improve-the-lives-of-workers) while protecting the stability of the mainstream lineup.

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