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Thoughts on Apple Upgrade; sources: MacBook Air is now facing shortages too; Apple wants to turn its future glasses and headsets into health and fitness devices (Mark Gurman/Bloomberg)

Apple is reportedly facing MacBook Air shortages while advancing hardware subscription models and positioning future AR/VR glasses and headsets as health and fitness devices.

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Techmeme

Aug 2, 2026

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What’s the catch with the Apple Upgrade program?

Apple launched a device leasing program offering monthly payments for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Watches with a cap at full retail price and potential savings, framed as flexible and cost-effective.

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The Verge

Jul 30, 2026

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The iPhone Upgrade Program is being replaced by Apple Upgrade

Apple is replacing its iPhone Upgrade Program with a new 'Apple Upgrade' initiative, though no operational details, timeline, or scope beyond the name change are provided.

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Hacker News Front Page

Jul 29, 2026

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Apple partners Klarna for new hardware leasing programme

Apple has partnered with Klarna to offer a new hardware leasing program in the US, enabling customers to lease Apple devices through Klarna's financing infrastructure.

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Finextra

Jul 28, 2026

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Apple launches ‘Upgrade’ program to lease new devices

Apple launched a device leasing program called 'Apple Upgrade' in the U.S., enabling customers to lease iPhones, Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches with flexible end-of-term options amid recent price hikes driven by component shortages.

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The Verge

Jul 28, 2026

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iOS code could reportedly let Apple cut off apps when users miss iPhone payments

iOS 27 beta code reveals a 'Restricted Mode' feature enabling Apple to disable most apps on financed iPhones after missed payments, tied to an anticipated 'Apple Upgrade' leasing program.

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The Verge

Jul 23, 2026

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Apple’s rumored ‘Upgrade’ program brings lease-to-own pricing for iPhones, Macs, and iPads

Apple is reportedly launching a lease-to-own financing program called 'Apple Upgrade' for iPhones, Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches, backed by Klarna and set to replace existing iPhone financing options starting July 28.

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The Verge

Jul 21, 2026

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Sources: Apple plans to launch Apple Upgrade, a leasing program for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, in partnership with Klarna in the US next week (Mark Gurman/Bloomberg)

Apple is launching a new leasing program called Apple Upgrade in partnership with Klarna, enabling US customers to lease iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches starting next week — representing a major shift from its traditional hardware sales model.

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Techmeme

Jul 21, 2026

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Apple Upgraded to Buy by HSBC on Agentic AI, Hardware Pipeline - Yahoo Finance

HSBC upgraded Apple's stock rating to 'Buy' citing anticipated progress in agentic AI development and upcoming hardware releases, though no specific product timelines, technical details, or revenue projections were disclosed.

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Yahoo Finance Fintech via Google News

Jul 18, 2026