As the first part of 2026 comes to a close, it seems Apple has been somewhat quiet as we anticipate the major Fall product launches.WWDC 2026is just around the corner in June, and as is usually the case, it signifies the transition from the sparse Apple months to the more productive ones.
With that in mind, considering rumors and leaks, I anticipate Apple will introduce at least 15 new products from now until the end of the year.
Some people prefer the iPhone and Apple Watches, which are your usual yearly updates (except for the over-rumored ones)iPhone Fold), and possible enhancements to the MacBook Pro series. Others, such as Apple's highly anticipatedsmart home lineup,all hinges on whether Apple has finally worked it outSiri 2.0.
All of these tools might provide us with an indication of the recently announcedhardware shakeupis prepared to produce fruit.
Here are the 15 Apple products that might be released this year, listed in the order of their expected launch dates.
iPhone 18 Pro variants and iPhone Fold - September
On the whole, the iPhone 18 Proand the 18 Pro Max is likely to not differ significantly from the iPhone 17 models. Anew color, a superior chip, potentially a redesigned Camera Control button and asmaller Dynamic IslandAll are available. Good updates, but not very thrilling.
The iPhone 18 is, we anticipate, a break until 2027's.20th anniversary iPhone,which might genuinely revolutionize the iPhone's appearance.
However, the more significant update is that Apple is anticipated tosplit the release of the iPhone 18with the Pro models this year and the iPhone 18, 18 Plus, and 18e set to release in the upcoming spring timeframe next year.
If it launches, and there is debate about that, the iPhone Fold(or Ultra) will steal the headlines as Apple finally enters the foldable phone market.
The supposedly crease-free foldable might include a compact 7.7-inch internal screen similar to an iPad mini. Apple is reportedly working oniOS 27 to bedesigned for the folding iPhone. We're probably going to hear more about it at WWDC 2026, depending on how reserved Apple chooses to be.
Apple Watches - September
Unlike the iPhone 18 lineup, there has been a lack of speculation about theApple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4They usually debut in September along with the iPhone.
Here's what has been established up to now.
Series 12 may include new elementsholistic sensor techAt the base of the watch, there's a new eight-sensor array. If this is accurate, it may suggest that upcoming health features could be introduced in the Series 12, or at the minimum, improved accuracy. The major update could involve a redesigned Health app with an AI-driven, customized wellness assistant.
Otherwise, it should be mostly similar to Series 11, although it could include Touch ID, which has been called into question.
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 could potentially be released this year, but the rumors are not clear on this detail. If it doesn't launch, we may have to wait until 2027 for the Ultra 4.
Regarding the design, speculation suggests a slimmer body, a fingerprint scanner, and enhanced features.Hypertension Alerts. That's all for now.
iPads - September/October
The iPad mini is among thebest tabletsavailable today and the eighth version could be released this year. Apple has not maintained a regular release schedule for its small iPads, but most speculation indicates theiPad mini 8 could be released around October, possibly late September.
It's said to come equipped with the A20 Pro, the same processor found in the iPhone 18 Pro models. It might also be the first iPad mini to include an OLED screen.
As for the larger entry-level iPad 12, it might debut this year with anA19 chipset. It appears it will be a straightforward update featuring Apple Intelligence capabilities and potentially Apple's N1 wireless chip. In terms of design, I anticipate it will resemble its predecessor. Beyond that, I only have guesses about potential upgrades in RAM and storage but with thememory crisis, which may be put on hold.
OLED MacBook Pro M6 and other Macs - October
If they release it this year, I anticipate seeing at least four Mac products, probably in October.
The most intriguing one is the possibilityMacBook Pro M6 feature an OLED display.
- Mac Studio
- Mac mini
- iMac
- MacBook Pro M6
In addition to the MacBook, all other devices are expected to receive only processor improvements, moving from their current versions to the M5 series.
The Pro model could be rebranded as the MacBook Ultra, designed to set it apart from theMacBook NeoServing as a more premium version of the Pro, it will include an OLED screen and the latest M6 chip.
The appearance should resemble earlier Pro versions. The major improvements will include a touch-enabled screen and the processor.
Smart home gadgets with a drawback
Apple has been speculated to be working on its own collection of smart home products, such as the updated HomePod. This might take the shape of anew HomePod mini, a new HomePod 3 and the Home Hub.
The highly anticipated Apple TV 4K device update will be included in this release, featuring new functionalities designed to integrate it with your smart home. We anticipate Apple will equip the upcoming Apple TV with a more powerful processor,possibly an A17 Pro processor, although this rumor is almost a year old, so a potentially more powerful chip might still be in the works. The device could also receive theN1 chipfor wireless and Bluetooth connection.
Here's the catch, though, everything hinges on whether Apple has ultimately mastered Apple Intelligence and Siri. Utilizing AI to manage your smart home through voice commands and other features is meant to be a central aspect of the experience. That promise might finally materialize with theGemini-powered version of Sirithat is scheduled to be released this year.
Furthermore, Apple could be developing a smart security camera and a Face ID-enabled doorbell.Apple was reportedlyin the initial phases of development for those expected in late 2024, but it's uncertain where Apple stands at this point.
If Apple ultimately unveils the new HomePod and additional smart home products, it probably won't occur until after Siri 2.0 is released this autumn.
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