As anticipation builds for the new Apple Foundation Models trained by Gemini, Google is moving forward with a native Gemini app for Mac, similar in functionality to the ChatGPT and Claude apps.
Historically, Google and Apple have had a cautious partnership—Google Maps predated Apple Maps on iPhone, and Google has often been slow to adopt Apple’s latest APIs. However, the recent Gemini collaboration appears to be shifting dynamics in Apple’s favor. Following the launch of a native YouTube app on Apple Vision Pro, Gemini is now set to receive its own Mac app.
According to Bloomberg, citing app researcher M1Astra, Google has begun private testing of the Mac app. While an official release date hasn’t been announced, the rollout seems imminent and does not depend on Apple releasing its new Foundation Models.
Until now, Gemini was accessible on Mac only via the web. The new native app will support direct file uploads and may integrate with Mac apps such as Calendar, Reminders, and Photos, allowing the AI to pull information directly from your system. This launch promises to provide Mac users with a more seamless and feature-rich Gemini experience.
Analyst with Questionable Track Record Shares Rumored iPhone Fold Launch Timing
A Barclays analyst, Tim Long, has suggested that Apple’s long-rumored iPhone Fold could launch in December 2026, months after the release of the iPhone 18 Pro. This claim comes from a note viewed by MacRumors, but Long is currently the only source reporting this timing.
Most other rumors point to a late 2026 release alongside the iPhone 18 Pro, though no components or leaks have surfaced yet. The iPhone Fold is expected to be an expensive device and Apple’s first attempt at a foldable phone. Long cites supply chain sources as the basis for the delayed December launch but provides no additional rationale for the three-month gap.
The note also mentioned a potential iPhone 18 Plus in the spring, another claim that has not been corroborated elsewhere.
Long has a long history as an Apple analyst, previously with BMO Capital Markets, where he misjudged iPhone X demand in 2018. He was also incorrect about iPhone 16 projections in 2024 while at Barclays. However, some of his recent predictions about iPhone Fold pricing align with reputable leakers like Ming-Chi Kuo, suggesting he may have some reliable supply chain sources.
Despite this, the lack of corroboration and his mixed track record means these claims should be treated cautiously. No iPhone Fold component leaks have emerged yet, leaving the 2026 launch entirely speculative. For now, this rumor remains on hold until more credible sources provide confirmation.
Google Set to Launch Gemini App on Mac Following Apple Partnership
