The year 2026 is shaping up to be a big one for Apple, according to a report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. In his Power On newsletter, Gurman predicts major product launches, new AI features, increased pressure from the EU on the App Store, and the potential for new tariffs. Here’s a breakdown of what we can expect from Apple in 2026.
New Product Launches:
The first few months of the year will see the release of several new models, including the iPhone 17e, a new standard iPad with an A18 chip, a new iPad Air with an M4 chip, a new MacBook Air with an M5 chip, new MacBook Pros with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, and a new smart display.
In March-April, Apple is expected to launch a completely redesigned version of Siri as part of the Apple Intelligence initiative, along with a new smart display that may include both a speaker base and a wall mount.
Autumn Releases:
Autumn will be dominated by new iPhone and Apple Watch models. The iPhone 18 Pro is rumored to be the first to drop the Qualcomm modem in favor of Apple’s own C1 chip.
Additionally, a foldable iPhone could make its debut, along with a range of new smart home products, including a security camera.
Further Releases:
Before the end of 2026, Apple is expected to unveil a foldable iPhone, the iPhone 18 series, Apple Watch Ultra 4, Apple Watch Series 12, a new Mac Mini with an M5 chip, a new Mac Studio with an M5 chip, a new iPad mini with an OLED screen, and a new MacBook with an OLED screen.
An update to the latest M5 iPad Pro is not expected until 2027.
Potential MacBook Pro Redesign:
By the end of 2026, Apple could introduce the next-generation MacBook Pro, featuring potential M6 Pro and/or M6 Max chips, an OLED display, touch functionality, and a thinner design.
Smart Glasses:
Gurman also suggests that Apple may offer a first glimpse of its smart glasses before the end of the year, with suppliers already producing small volumes.
In Conclusion:
The year 2026 looks to be a busy one for Apple, with a slew of new product launches and updates on the horizon. Keep an eye out for these exciting developments from the tech giant.
This article was originally published on Macworld Sweden and has been translated and adapted for this post.
