{
  "id": 5386900,
  "title": "Three advantages iPhone Ultra will have over iPhone 18 Pro",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/three-advantages-iphone-ultra-will-have-over-iphone-18-pro",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-03T18:17:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "9to5Mac",
    "slug": "9to5mac",
    "url": "https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/03/three-advantages-iphone-ultra-will-have-over-iphone-18-pro/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple is set to release three new flagship iPhones next week, including the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, as well as the iPhone Ultra. While the Pro models will have several advantages over the Ultra, there are three ways in which the high-end Ultra will outshine its competitors. Firstly, the iPhone Ultra will feature two displays with different dimensions. This is in contrast to the iPhone 18 Pro's 6.3-inch screen and the Pro Max's 6.9-inch screen. The Ultra will provide both a larger display option and a smaller one, making it the ideal choice for those who prefer a bigger screen, as well as fans of compact phones like the discontinued iPhone mini. Secondly, the Ultra will offer a more pocket-friendly form factor when folded. Despite the same dimensions as the Pro models, rumors suggest that the Ultra could be even thicker to accommodate its new camera system. This compact folding design will ensure it fits easily into more pockets and is more comfortable to hold than the bulkier Pro models. Lastly, the Ultra's software experience is expected to be the standout feature that earns its 'Ultra' branding. Side-by-side apps, an exclusive multitasking feature, are rumored to be available exclusively on the Ultra. When unfolded, users will be able to keep two apps active on-screen simultaneously, with drag and drop functionality between apps. Additionally, iOS 27 will introduce landscape support to many system apps for the first time, a feature intended for the Ultra but available on other models as well. This will enable an iPad-like app experience on the Ultra's larger 7.8-inch screen. Considering these advantages, readers are invited to share which new iPhone model they are leaning towards upgrading to in the comments section.",
  "summary": "Apple has three new flagship iPhones launching next week: iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max and iPhone Ultra . Apple’s Pro models will have several advantages over the Ultra, but here are three ways the high-end Ultra will come out on top. more…",
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        "outlet": "Tom's Guide",
        "title": "iPhone Ultra price rumors — here's how much you can expect to pay for Apple’s first foldable",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/iphone-ultra-price-rumors-heres-how-much-you-can-expect-to-pay-for",
        "published": "2026-09-03T04:30:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Digital Trends",
        "title": "Apple may have found room for MagSafe in its impossibly thin foldable iPhone",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/apple-may-have-found-room-for-magsafe-in-its-impossibly-thin-foldable",
        "published": "2026-09-03T07:04:19.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Android Authority",
        "title": "Pixel 12 Pro Fold could copy iPhone Ultra tech for an almost crease-free display",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/pixel-12-pro-fold-could-copy-iphone-ultra-tech-for-an-almost-crease",
        "published": "2026-09-03T07:31:49.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Techmeme",
        "title": "TrendForce: for a 256GB iPhone Pro model, Q3 memory costs are forecast to be ~400% higher than a year prior but Apple won't pass on the full cost to customers (Ben Lovejoy/9to5Mac)",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/trendforce-for-a-256gb-iphone-pro-model-q3-memory-costs-are-forecast",
        "published": "2026-09-03T12:25:01.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "AppleInsider",
        "title": "Maxed-out iPhone Ultra likely to break the $3,000 mark",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/maxed-out-iphone-ultra-likely-to-break-the-3-000-mark",
        "published": "2026-09-03T15:21:40.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}