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2026
Apple TV refresh expected with built-in microphone, speaker-equipped remote, and A19 chip
The latest rumors reported on October 11, 2026 say Apple's next Apple TV will add a built-in microphone so users can control the set-top box with Siri without speaking into the remote or a connected HomePod, and the upgraded remote will include a speaker that can play an audio alert to help locate it; the refresh also includes an A19 chip to power Siri AI. The Apple TV is expected to start shipping on October 30, 2026, alongside a refreshed HomePod Mini.
2026
Apple raises MacBook Neo education pricing
Apple's website showed the MacBook Neo education-discount starting price at 5,099 yuan, up from 4,799 yuan. The source does not state when this latest increase took effect.
2026
Apple deal to acquire Ascend.io
Apple struck a deal to acquire Ascend.io, with the deal including employment offers to certain employees and a non-exclusive license to Ascend’s intellectual property rights.
2026
Apple opens preorders for iPad mini 8
Apple opened preorders for the iPad mini 8 in China on October 29, 2026. The device is scheduled to go on sale on November 6.
2026
Apple announces Mac Studio with M5 Max and M5 Ultra
Apple announced a new Mac Studio featuring the M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips. The source says the announcement came via an Apple Newsroom press release on August 24 but does not specify the year.
2026
Apple launches its first touchscreen MacBook Pro
Apple officially launched its first touchscreen MacBook Pro at a special event. Pre-orders were scheduled to begin on October 30, with sales scheduled to start on November 6.
2026
Apple launches its first touchscreen MacBook Pro
Apple launched its first MacBook Pro with a touchscreen, available in 14-inch and 16-inch sizes and featuring a PROLED XDR display and M5 Pro or M5 Max chips.
2026
Apple opens pre-orders for M6 iMac
Apple opened pre-orders for the M6-chip iMac in China on October 29, 2026, with a starting price of 12,499 yuan.
2026
South Korea orders Apple and Google to change app market practices
South Korea’s media and telecommunications regulator ordered Apple and Google to let South Korean developers use external payment links within their apps and to improve app review procedures.
2026
Apple adds MacBook Pro assets to Design Resources
Apple updated its Design Resources portal with Photoshop and PNG assets for the new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display and touchscreen support.
2026
South Korea fines Apple and Google over app market practices
South Korea’s media and telecommunications regulator fined Apple 20.8 billion won and Google 42.9 billion won, saying they abused their dominance in app store markets by forcing local developers onto their own payment systems and unfairly delaying app reviews.
2026
Apple raises MacBook Neo Education Store price
Apple raised the MacBook Neo’s starting price on its Education Store by $50, to $649.
2026
Apple updates Mac power accessories with a new connector
Apple released updated 70W and 140W Mac power adapters, a Power Adapter Extension Cable, and a new World Travel Adapter Kit using AC Connector 2, which is not compatible with the older connector design.
2026
Court expands Apple’s access to evidence in trade secrets lawsuit
Judge Edward Davila granted several of Apple’s previously deferred discovery requests in its trade secrets lawsuit, expanding access to records and testimony concerning former employees’ handling of confidential Apple information and OpenAI’s recruitment and hardware development practices.
2026
Apple announces M6-powered iMac
Apple announced its latest iMac, powered by the M6 chip. Preorders are scheduled to begin October 28, with availability starting November 6.
2026
Apple reported to hold two-day Los Angeles product showcase on Oct 27-28 to launch iPad mini 8 and three new Macs
According to a Bloomberg report by Mark Gurman published Oct 12, 2026, Apple plans to hold a two-day product showcase event in Los Angeles on Oct 27-28, 2026, where it is expected to launch the iPad mini 8 and three new Macs: redesigned 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models and a 24-inch iMac. The event is reported to be aimed at content creators rather than a traditional livestreamed keynote, and is described as likely Apple's last major product launch of 2026.
2026
Apple to launch first touchscreen MacBook Pro with OLED display and Dynamic Island
Apple plans to hold a hardware event on October 27, 2026, whose core focus will be the first MacBook Pro models with touch support. The two redesigned models (internal codenames K114 and K116) will use OLED displays for the first time, fully support touch input, be lighter and thinner, and adopt the iPhone's Dynamic Island interaction area in place of the screen notch; pricing and full specifications have not yet been disclosed and whether the event proceeds as planned remains to be officially confirmed.
2026
Apple reportedly set to introduce first touchscreen MacBook Pro and updated iPad Mini on or around October 27, 2026
Bloomberg reports that Apple is set to introduce a new MacBook Pro with a touchscreen and an updated iPad Mini at an event on or around October 27, 2026. The reported late-October event is said to include an online video presentation and an in-person component for the press. The new MacBook Pros are reported to be lighter with touchscreen OLED displays and iPhone-like Dynamic Island interfaces (with some models retaining the current design with an M6 chip), and the iPad Mini is reported to be updated to shift the front-facing camera to the landscape side and add a revamped speaker system.
2026
Apple to hold October 27, 2026 hardware event expected to unveil touchscreen MacBook Pro, OLED iPad mini and M6 Macs
Apple plans to hold a hardware launch event on October 27, 2026, at which it is expected to introduce its first touchscreen MacBook Pro models (codenamed K114 and K116), a new OLED iPad mini, an M6-powered 14-inch MacBook Pro, and a new M6 iMac. Pricing, full specifications, and confirmation of the launch timing have not been disclosed.
2026
Apple updates the 14-inch MacBook Pro and iMac with M6 processors
Apple updated the base 14-inch MacBook Pro and iMac models with its M6 processor. The updated computers are scheduled to be available for pre-order on October 28 and on sale November 6.