Every new Apple product coming in 2026 & 2027

Every New Apple Product Launching in 2026

In the sections below we’ve split the upcoming new products into categories including Mac, iPad, iPhone, Apple Watch, Home, AirPods, and some new product categories.

Apple Intelligence and Siri updates still coming in 2026

Apple released iOS 27, iPadOS 27 and its other major software updates in September, bringing the new Siri AI experience, expanded Apple Intelligence features, parental controls and a range of improvements across Apple’s apps and operating systems.

But Apple’s 2026 software rollout isn’t finished. Siri AI is still being rolled out to eligible users, with access depending on device, language and region, and Apple has already begun testing the updates that will follow the initial iOS 27 and macOS 27 releases.

Siri and Apple Intelligence

Siri AI arrived with iOS 27 as a substantially redesigned version of Apple’s voice assistant, with improved conversational abilities, personal-context awareness, onscreen awareness and the ability to carry out more actions across apps. However, not every Apple device can run the new features, and some users may still need to join a waiting list before gaining access.

Apple is also expanding Siri AI beyond its initial English-language launch. Additional language support is due during the remainder of 2026, while regional restrictions mean some Apple Intelligence and Siri AI features remain unavailable in parts of the world.

Upcoming iOS 27 and macOS updates

iOS 27 itself is already available, but Apple is continuing development through iOS 27.x updates. These releases are expected to deliver additional features, refinements and bug fixes throughout the remainder of 2026, with Apple’s beta program providing an early indication of what is coming next.

The same applies to iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27 and Apple’s other platforms, which will continue to receive point updates following their initial September releases. Find out about the latest iOS beta and latest macOS beta.

What new iPads are coming in 2026/2027

Don’t expect major redesigns for the iPads this year. Instead, Apple is likely to focus on faster chips and other internal upgrades. That said, both the iPad and iPad mini are due for an update – particularly the entry-level iPad, which currently lacks support for Apple Intelligence. Here’s what we expect Apple to announce:

iPad mini

• Expected announcement: October 27, according to Bloomberg; unconfirmed.

The next iPad mini could be one of Apple’s biggest remaining upgrades of the year. Multiple reports point to Apple replacing the current 8.3-inch LCD with an OLED display, potentially increasing the screen size slightly to around 8.5 inches while keeping the overall dimensions much the same. Samsung Display is also reported to have begun mass-producing OLED panels for the new model, suggesting the launch is getting closer.

The latest reporting points to the A20 Pro chip – as used in the iPhone 18 Pro. Earlier references suggested the A19 Pro, but more recent findings in Apple code favor the newer processor.

Other upgrades could include Apple’s N1 networking chip, bringing Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread, while cellular models are expected to adopt Apple’s C1X modem. Apple may also move the front camera to the landscape edge, bringing the iPad mini into line with the rest of the current iPad range.

Apple is also reportedly working on a more water-resistant design. Bloomberg has reported that this could involve a new vibration-based speaker system that would allow Apple to eliminate conventional speaker holes and improve sealing. Bloomberg points to an October 27 announcement, although Apple has not confirmed the date. Read our round up of iPad mini rumors.

iPad

• Late 2026 update possible

When the standard iPad was updated in March 11, 2025, the biggest disappointment was that it featured a A16 chip and therefore didn’t support Apple Intelligence. Apple looks set to rectify that in 2026 with an upgrade to the A18 or A19 chip, with the latter offering 50% better performance. The release timeline for an iPad with an A18 or A19 chip is anticipated before the end of 2026, in fact, Apple code suggests the company may be planning an update sooner-rather-than-later.

Read more about the 2026 iPad in our rumor round up.

Should you buy now or wait?

With the iPad prices increasing in June 2026, you may want to hold off buying one now. If you are going to pay more at least get the most up-to-date model, or buy from Apple’s Refurbished Store to get a bargain. Read Should I buy an iPad now or wait?

Which new Macs are coming in 2026/2027?

2026 is expected to be a significant year for the Mac, with Apple’s first touchscreen Mac rumored as part of a MacBook Pro redesign. March 3 saw the launch of the M5 MacBook Air and M5 Pro/M5 Max MacBook Pro and March 4 saw Apple introduce a new entry-level laptop – the $599 MacBook Neo.

The long expected Mac Studio and Mac mini updates came in August 2026 and went on sale September 22, although some high-memory Mac Studio configurations won’t arrive until later. These Macs have become popular for running AI models locally; however, global RAM shortages – driven by AI companies purchasing large amounts of memory for data centres – have been having a knock-on effect on availability during 2026 and these RAM shortages have also had an effect on prices, with Mac prices increasing by $300 to $500 in June and in the case of the Mac mini, by a further $100 with the 2026 launch.

One Mac that won’t be getting an update is the long-neglected Mac Pro. Apple has confirmed that the Mac Pro will be discontinued in favor of the Mac Studio.

Touchscreen MacBook Pro

• Expected announcement: October 27, according to Bloomberg; unconfirmed.

Apple’s redesigned MacBook Pro is expected to feature an OLED touchscreen and a substantially lighter body. However, Mark Gurman has played down earlier suggestions that it will be significantly thinner. Reports point to the use of M5 Pro and M5 Max processors to enable Apple to keep the project on schedule.

Read the rumors about the MacBook Pro with a touch screen.

M6 MacBook Pro

• Expected announcement: October 27, according to Bloomberg; unconfirmed.

Apple is expected to update the entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M6 chip. This would be a separate update from the rumored OLED touchscreen MacBook Pro, which is expected to use M5 Pro and M5 Max chips.

Gurman includes this model among the products reportedly planned for October 27.

Read more about the rumored M6 MacBook Pro.

iMac

• Expected announcement: October 27, according to Bloomberg; unconfirmed.

Apple is reportedly preparing an M6 iMac, skipping the M5 generation following the M4 model introduced in October 2024. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman expects the update before the end of 2026, with new color options but no major redesign.

Gurman’s October 8 report specifically named the M6 iMac among the products planned for October 27.

Read more about the rumored M6 iMac and new colors. Also read about the larger iMac rumors.

Should you buy now or wait?

With the prices of Macs increasing in June due to the global RAM shortages you may want to hold off buying one now. If you are going to pay more at least get the most up-to-date model, or buy from Apple’s Refurbished Store to get a bargain. Read the following for more guidance:

• Should you buy the MacBook Pro now or wait?
• Should you buy the MacBook Air now or wait?
• Should you buy a Mac mini now or wait?
• Should you buy a Mac Studio now or wait?

AirPod updates coming in 2027

According to a brief update in Mark Gurman’s Power On newsletter for Bloomberg in August, Apple is aiming to launch camera-equipped AirPods.

The new earbuds are expected to resemble the AirPods Pro 3, although it’s not yet clear whether they will also include a heart rate sensor.

The cameras are said to include both visible-light and infrared sensors, but they reportedly won’t be designed for taking photos or recording video, as their placement and image quality would make them unsuitable for those tasks. Instead, the cameras are expected to enable AI-powered features, such as hand gesture recognition, adapting audio based on the surrounding environment, and detecting whether someone is speaking directly to you or simply talking nearby.

Apple smart home products coming in 2026

Apple appears to be preparing a major expansion of its smart-home lineup , with several new devices reportedly close to launch. The products are expected to make much greater use of Siri AI, which current HomePod and Apple TV hardware lacks the processing power to support fully.

HomePod mini 2

• Expected announcement: October 13; product availability unconfirmed.

The HomePod mini is finally expected to get its first major hardware update since the original model launched in 2020. The biggest change is likely to be a more powerful processor capable of supporting Apple’s new Siri AI features.

Recent references found in Apple code also point to updated colors, with black, blue, green, pink and white apparently replacing the current selection. Previous reports have also suggested upgraded wireless hardware, potentially including Apple’s own networking chip and newer Ultra Wideband technology.

The new HomePod mini is expected to be announced at Apple’s October 13 gathering.

HomePad smart home hub

• Expected announcement: October 13; product availability unconfirmed.

Apple is reportedly preparing an entirely new smart-home device, often referred to as the HomePad. It is expected to feature a roughly 6-inch diagonal square display (which we estimate would measure around 4.25 inches square) and act as a central controller for HomeKit accessories, while also supporting FaceTime calls, music, widgets and Siri AI. It is expected to remain plugged in rather than function as a portable tablet.

Reports suggest Apple has developed both wall-mounted and speaker-base versions. The interface could combine elements of watchOS and tvOS, with glanceable widgets and controls designed specifically for use around the home.

Apple has confirmed a “Welcome Home” media gathering in New York on October 13. The rumored HomePad is expected to appear, although Apple has not confirmed this..

Updated HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K models could join the HomePad, but it is unclear whether all three would launch together.

Read more: New HomePod rumors

Apple TV

• Expected: Late 2026

A new Apple TV is expected with a faster processor capable of supporting Siri AI and upgraded wireless connectivity. Apple’s tvOS code has already included Apple Intelligence frameworks for future Apple TV and HomePod hardware, suggesting the next models will have significantly more capable chips than the current generation. More recently, an Apple support document has surfaced that references a 3rd generation or later Apple TV, the “or later” is leading people to suspect that the 4th generation Apple TV 4K could launch soon.

HomePod with a display

• Expected: 2027 or later

Apple has also been linked with a more advanced HomePod featuring a built-in display. This is sometimes referred to in reports as the HomePod Touch, although that is not an official Apple name.

Unlike the HomePad, which would primarily function as a standalone smart-home hub, this device is expected to combine a traditional HomePod speaker with a touchscreen display. Reports have also described more ambitious versions with a display mounted on a robotic arm, although those appear to be further away.

Because several different prototypes and form factors have been reported, it is possible that some of these rumors refer to different generations of the same broader product rather than several separate devices.

What new iPhones are coming in 2027?

Based on current industry analysis and supply chain information, Apple has some significant changes planned for the iPhone in 2027, with an 20th anniversary iPhone rumored as well as the iPhone 18, 18e and iPhone Air 2.

iPhone 18 & iPhone 18e

• Spring 2027 launch expected

Reports suggest that Apple could delay the iPhone 18 and release that handset alongside the iPhone 18e in the spring of 2027.

iPhone Air 2

The iPhone Air could also be getting an update. But there are rumors that it will actually merge with the iPhone 18. See our iPhone Air 2 rumors.

Should you buy now or wait?

With the iPhone 18 launch not expected until the spring, now is a good time to buy an iPhone 17. Read: When is the best time to buy an iPhone.

However, prices have already risen across the board, so it is no longer possible to beat the price hikes unless you find a refurbished iPhone.

Upcoming Vision devices, AR and spatial computing

Apple Smart Glasses

• Possible 2026 introduction, 2027 launch

Unlike the bulky Vision Pro headset, the upcoming smart glasses from Apple are expected to follow a form factor similar to the Ray-Ban Meta glasses. This will be Apple’s first product built specifically for “Visual Intelligence.” It will likely handle tasks such as live translations, music playback, phone calls, and turn-by-turn directions. Apple could provide a first glimpse or “preview” of the glasses by the end of 2026.

Vision Pro

• Possible 2027 update

Prior to 2026, Apple’s spatial computing strategy has focused on the high-end market, but reports indicate a more affordable version of the headset is in development. Apple has reportedly paused work on a successor to the high-end Vision Pro and will instead release a cheaper Vision Pro.