Apple's 50th year looks to be an interesting one.
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2026 might just be the year Apple will sell its first folding iPhone -- but reports suggest the price could be around $2,400, which would make it the most expensive folding phone on the market.
Apple's got a few other new products expected to land in 2026, too, and they won't just make headlines for high prices. There's talk of a lower-cost MacBook in the works, as well as several products for the smart home, including a Home Hub.
In this week's episode of One More Thing, which you can watch embedded above, I break down what could be Apple's three biggest new products expected to launch in 2026, beyond the usual upgrades.
And with Apple celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, don't expect this to be a typical year.
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Bridget Carey is an award-winning reporter who helps you level-up your life -- while having a good time geeking out. Her exclusive CNET videos get you behind the scenes as she covers new trends, experiences and quirky gadgets. Her weekly video show, "One More Thing," explores what's new in the world of Apple and what's to come. She started as a reporter at The Miami Herald with syndicated newspaper columns for product reviews and social media advice. Now she's a mom who also stays on top of toy industry trends and robots. (Kids love robots.) See full bio
