Apple stock forecast models hint at a short-term consolidation near $190, followed by a probable rally if EPS beats Wall Street consensus. Historical Q2 patterns show similar technical setups before bullish waves. Putting these themes into action, the Bernstein expert looks closely at Apple ( NASDAQ:AAPL ) and Super Micro Computer ( NASDAQ:SMCI ) , two companies with strong positions in AI-capable hardware. Let’s dive in and find out which one the analyst has selected as the right AI hardware stock to buy right now. Apple’s wearables—which include its VisionPro VR devices, Apple Watch, and others—should see a jump in popularity in 2029. The latest iterations of these devices, equipped with Apple Intelligence, will likely get collaborative marketing deals with celebrities and fashion designers for mass marketing campaigns. Our projected 2029 price is $333.76 . Apple stock forecast outlook benefits from higher service segment ARPU, growing 9% YoY, reinforcing the narrative of stable recurring revenue streams that buffer hardware cyclicality.