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Apple gears up for iPhone 18 Pro battery upgrades, Ultra delays loom

Apple is reportedly increasing battery capacities for its upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models, with specific figures emerging from regulatory filings. The company is also facing potential delays for its anticipated iPhone Ultra foldable phone due to complex manufacturing and high demand, according to supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Additionally, the iPhone Air 2 is expected to feature a larger battery, and Apple is exploring the use of memory chips from China's ChangXin Memory Technologies, while also positioning its Mac platform as a hardware choice for AI developers. AI

RANK_REASON This article discusses upcoming product specifications and potential supply chain issues for consumer electronics, rather than a core AI development or release.

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Apple gears up for iPhone 18 Pro battery upgrades, Ultra delays loom

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