Apple's Upcoming MacBook Ultra to Use Existing M5 Pro/Max Chips, iPhone 18 Rumors and Security Updates Reported
Apple is expected to equip the rumored touchscreen MacBook Ultra with current M5 Pro and M5 Max processors, while analysts predict new iPhone 18 models with increased RAM. The company also released iOS 26.5.2 with dozens of security patches and expressed concern over a data leak at a manufacturing partner.
Apple is reportedly planning to launch its long-rumored touchscreen MacBook Ultra with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, according to Bloomberg. The chips have powered the current MacBook Pro line since March, meaning they could be nearly a year old when the new model appears later this year or early next year. Bloomberg also noted that a base MacBook Pro with an M6 chip is expected later this year, followed by a redesigned M7 model in early 2027.
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said the lower-end iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e, slated for a spring 2027 release, will feature 9 GB of RAM, up from 8 GB. This contrasts with earlier speculation that the iPhone 18 would include 12 GB of RAM to support new iOS 27 features.
Apple said it is "concerned" after a cyberattack on its Indian manufacturing partner Tata exposed confidential documents about the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. The leaked files, which have appeared on the dark web, contain details on parts and suppliers for the devices.
The company also rolled out iOS 26.5.2, iPadOS, and macOS Tahoe updates that address more than 25 security vulnerabilities. Apple indicated the patches were released ahead of schedule to mitigate risks in an environment where AI can accelerate exploit development.
In a separate development, Apple notified the European Commission of its intent to acquire assets and hire staff from Rabbit 3 Times, the creator of the award-winning design tool Play. The acquisition follows a four-month review period, though Apple has not disclosed its plans for the technology.