Global Scans · Apple · Weekly Summary

• [New] Apple will ship 247.4 million iPhones in 2025, up just over 6% year-on-year, IDC has forecast. CNBC
• [New] Apple is prepping a major Vision Pro upgrade in 2025, leaning into mixed reality and productivity; expect refinements not repositioning. Glass Almanac
• [New] In 2026 will not only be a record period for Apple in terms of shipments but also in value, which is forecast to exceed $261 billion, with 7.2% YoY growth in 2025. / USA MacRumors
• [New] Intel's return to Apple computers in 2027 might just be the beginning of a much larger transformation. Gadget Hacks
• [New] Mass production of Intel 14 A is expected to begin in 2028, which means Apple could have access to truly cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities just as they are hitting their stride with Intel as a partner. Gadget Hacks
• [New] Apple plans new smart-home hardware-like a display and wall-mounted speaker - to showcase the upgraded assistant. Agentic AI Weekly
• [New] Apple × Google AI Partnership - Apple is reportedly partnering with Google to use its 1.2 trillion-parameter Gemini model to rebuild Siri - a $1 billion yearly deal expected to launch in 2026. / India HTRDHYTFAI
• [New] With iPhone momentum and holiday demand on its side, Apple is forecasting 10-12 percent overall revenue growth and what could be its strongest holiday quarter ever. / China Moneycontrol
• [New] Insiders frame the changes as part of a broader shift toward more centralized, data-driven enterprise sales motions, with Apple preparing a new lower-cost laptop to court business and education buyers in 2026. Tech Startups - Tech News, Tech Trends & Startup Fundin
• [New] Last week in Power On: Apple plans major new satellite-powered features for iPhones and other devices. Bloomberg
• [New] If regulatory pressures force Apple to open its ecosystem, it could create new opportunities for third-party service providers and alternative app stores to gain traction, challenging Apple's walled garden approach and potentially redistributing revenue streams across the digital economy. FinancialContent
• [New] Developers creating applications for Android devices, hardware manufacturers producing accessories for non-Apple products, and even other operating system providers could indirectly benefit from a less dominant Apple. FinancialContent
• Apple will upgrade the base iPad with an A18 chip so it can run Apple Intelligence, extending on-device AI features to more price-sensitive buyers. Tech Startups - Tech News, Tech Trends & Startup Fundin
• Apple is preparing a fresh wave of budget hardware for early 2026, including a new low-cost MacBook, an iPhone 17 e, and a refreshed entry-level iPad. Tech Startups - Tech News, Tech Trends & Startup Fundin
• The anticipated introduction of AI-driven features and possibly slimmer designs like the rumored iPhone 17 Air could redefine user interaction with Apple devices, thus maintaining consumer interest and driving frequent upgrades. OpenTools
• Tesla might bring Apple CarPlay to its EVs. TechCrunch
• Apple will use ultra-thin glass for its first foldable iPhone. CNet
• Starting in 2026, all MLS games will be available to Apple TV subscribers. Engadget
• Companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon, while fundamentally strong, could see their share prices pressured as higher interest rates diminish the present value of their future cash flows and increase borrowing costs. Valley City Times-Record
• Wearables, such as the latest Apple Watch and Fitbit models, are prominent, with sales projected to grow by 15% annually through 2027. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• Apple is poised to unveil a remarkable design overhaul for its flagship smartphones in 2026. RS Web Solutions

Last updated: 07 December 2025