October is wrapping up, and all signs indicate Apple has new hardware and software releases coming in November. Here’s everything to expect.
Apple is expected to launch its next big wave of software updates this coming week.
iOS 26.1 packs a bunch of new features, including the following:
iPadOS 26.1 also reintroduces Slide Over as a companion to the existing windowing system. It lets you designate an app to float above all other windows for a new multitasking method that works with iPadOS 26’s powerful additions.
Most of Apple’s other 26.1 updates are relatively minor, aside from macOS Tahoe offering a similar Liquid Glass ‘Tinted’ option like iOS.
Three or more new hardware products rumored
Historically, Apple tends to make its last major product announcements for the year in October.
This year, we did get the M5 iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro. But there are three other new products still rumored to launch this year, almost certainly as November debuts.
A new Apple TV 4K is coming with an upgraded A17 Pro chip that should enable Apple Intelligence support. Apple’s N1 wireless chip will also be included, and there’s even a chance of a built-in camera.
HomePod mini 2 is also rumored to launch alongside the Apple TV. It should bring improved audio quality, upgrades to several internal chips, and may come in new colors.
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