Apple is reportedly planning to release a smart home camera and updated AirPods with enhanced health features in the coming years, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The smart home camera, expected to integrate with Apple Intelligence and Siri, is set for mass production in 2026. Future AirPods models may include health management features similar to the Apple Watch, with Goertek as the primary supplier. These developments align with Apple's ongoing focus on health technology.
Apple's new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with M4 series chips have just launched, but rumors are already circulating about next year's models featuring M5 chips. Analysts Ming-Chi Kuo and Mark Gurman suggest that the M5 series, including M5 Pro and M5 Max, will be released in 2025, with no major design changes expected until 2026. The MacBook Pro is anticipated to continue its annual upgrade cycle, focusing on performance improvements.
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has revealed potential changes to the iPhone's design, particularly the dynamic island feature, in the upcoming iPhone 17. The dynamic island, which cleverly integrates the selfie camera and FaceID sensors into the UI, may become smaller as Apple plans to place some sensors under the display. While the iPhone 17 is expected to retain the selfie camera's punchout, advancements in under-display technology might lead to a full, uninterrupted display in the iPhone 18.
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts a significant camera upgrade for the iPhone 17, with a 24-megapixel front-facing camera, while the iPhone 16 is expected to maintain the current 12-megapixel camera. This news comes as Apple faces downgrades from Wall Street firms due to concerns over iPhone sales, particularly the iPhone 15. Apple's stock experienced a slight drop in premarket trading following these reports and analyst downgrades.
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts that the iPhone 16 Pro will feature a significant upgrade to its Ultra Wide camera, with a new 48-megapixel sensor that will enhance low-light photography and allow for 48-megapixel ProRAW photos. This follows the introduction of a 48-megapixel Main camera in earlier iPhone models. The iPhone 17 Pro is expected to further upgrade the rear camera array with a 48-megapixel Telephoto lens and improve the front camera to a 24-megapixel sensor with a six-element lens.
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports that the iPhone 17 is expected to feature a significant upgrade to its front camera, with a 24-megapixel sensor and a six-element lens design, up from the current 12-megapixel and five-element lens. This upgrade will likely result in a substantial cost increase for the front camera component, benefiting the primary lens supplier, Genius. Additionally, the iPhone 16 is anticipated to have a 48-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a 5x 12-megapixel zoom camera on its Pro models. Genius is also preparing for the launch of the Apple Vision Pro with its exclusive pancake lenses.
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts that the iPhone 17 will feature a significant camera upgrade with a 24-megapixel front-facing camera and a six-element lens, promising improved image quality and low-light performance. This follows the consistent 12-megapixel camera in previous models. Additionally, the iPhone 17 Pro is expected to introduce under-panel Face ID technology, potentially reducing the size of the Dynamic Island, with future models in 2027 moving towards under-display cameras for a full-screen design.
