{
  "id": 597018,
  "title": "Apple and the curse of the mythical next thing",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/apple-and-the-curse-of-the-mythical-next-thing",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-11T19:55:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/phones/iphone/apple-and-the-curse-of-the-mythical-next-thing"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On January 9, 2007, Apple introduced the first iPhone at Macworld in San Francisco. To celebrate the device's 20th anniversary, there is speculation about a mostly-glass iteration that could challenge the limits of physics. However, the device's creation may be hindered by manufacturing yields, leading to a potentially limited production run. Apple may unveil the iPhone 18 line and the folding iPhone Ultra, both of which will compete with Samsung's Galaxy Z8 line. The rumor mill surrounding Apple's products is fueled by a strong appetite for information and speculation, which may create confusion and frustration for consumers. The focus on future products may distract from the importance of understanding current devices and the impact of new technologies.",
  "summary": "Two diametrically opposed 20th Anniversary iPhone rumors now exist in space-time, and it's starting to stress me out. What if we focus on the present instead?",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}