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2026
Apple announces planned launch of touchscreen MacBook Pro
Apple announced that it would hold a product event on October 28 and launch its first touchscreen MacBook Pro.
2026
Apple agrees to $250 million Siri-related class-action settlement
Apple agreed to pay $250 million to settle a class-action lawsuit. Plaintiffs alleged that Apple's marketing created expectations about AI-powered Siri features that were unavailable when consumers bought their devices. Apple did not admit wrongdoing, and the agreement remained subject to judge approval.
2026
Mac mini offered for $779.99 at Amazon
Mashable reported a deal offering a 2026 Apple Mac mini for $779.99 at Amazon.
2026
Apple updates App Store moderation rules
Apple updated its App Store moderation policy, requiring developers of apps that host user-generated content to filter nonconsensual intimate imagery, provide ways to report offensive content and block abusive accounts, and remove imagery that gets through their filters. Apps that misrepresent their purpose and have nudification capabilities may be removed from the store.
2026
Apple launches Home Collection smart-home devices
Apple launched the Home Collection, a lineup of smart-home devices codeveloped with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric.
2026
Apple iPhone Duo delivery estimates delayed
After Apple opened preorders for the iPhone Duo, delivery estimates slipped into the following year in less than an hour; the article reported late January estimates for every configuration on Apple’s website.
2026
Apple opens preorders for iPhone Duo
Apple opened preorders for its iPhone Duo on Friday, and launch-day pickup inventory sold out, with some online delivery estimates slipping into late January.
2026
Amazon discounts the new Apple TV 4K
Amazon is offering the new Apple TV 4K for $289.99, $9 off its $299 price, ahead of its November 13 release.
2026
Apple Intelligence beta to launch for Chinese users later in October
Apple confirmed on October 15 that Apple Intelligence will be released in a beta version to Chinese users later in October. Bloomberg's Gurman had previously reported that Apple plans to fully roll out Apple Intelligence in China with the iOS 27.3 update in December, with the initial features largely matching the version first released overseas in 2024.
2026
Apple Intelligence and related Alibaba Qwen model approved for release in China
Apple board chairman Tim Cook confirmed in Shanghai on October 15 that Apple Intelligence and the related Alibaba Qwen large model have received approval in China, clearing the way for the service's beta release to Chinese users later in October.
2026
Batelco by Beyon launches Protect+ device protection service with AppleCare Services in Bahrain
Batelco by Beyon has become the first telecom company in Bahrain to offer Protect+, a new device protection offering that includes AppleCare Services for eligible Apple devices. Two-year protection plans for iPhone are immediately available, with plans for iPads, AirPods and Apple Watch coming soon and three-year plans for MacBooks; the service includes unlimited accidental damage coverage, access to repairs at Apple Stores and authorised service providers worldwide, battery replacement when capacity falls below 80%, and same-day iPhone screen repair options in many major cities, payable upfront or in instalments.
2026
OpenAI sues Apple, alleging an Apple employee stole trade secrets on unreleased hardware projects
OpenAI filed a lawsuit against Apple alleging that an unnamed employee who had worked at OpenAI for six months returned to Apple with more than 100 stolen files related to OpenAI's hardware projects and presented them to Apple executives, and that the trade secret theft relates to Apple's newly announced HomeView hub. The suit follows Apple's July lawsuit against OpenAI alleging two former Apple employees stole proprietary IP. Apple denies that the presentation happened and says there is no evidence of the stolen files on its servers. The case could go to trial as early as June, or possibly October, next year.
2026
Apple launches second-generation HomePod mini in China at RMB 1,099 with presale starting October 14, 2026
Apple officially launched the second-generation HomePod mini in China at a price of RMB 1,099 in five colors (pink, green, blue, white, midnight). Presale opened on October 14, 2026, with official sale starting October 30, 2026. The speaker features a new Sound Glow light interaction on top, the Apple S10 chip with computational audio for 360-degree surround sound, and first-time support for pairing with the fourth-generation Apple TV 4K for a four-speaker surround system. Siri AI will arrive later via a software update but will not be available to mainland China users in the short term.
2026
Apple launches new-generation Apple TV 4K with A19 chip, pre-orders open in Hong Kong
Apple announced a new-generation Apple TV 4K powered by the A19 chip, with same-day pre-orders opened in Hong Kong at a price of $2,399 and general availability set for November 13, 2026.
2026
Apple releases multiple new home products including HomeView smart hub, priced from 1,099 yuan
Apple released multiple new home products, including the HomeView smart hub, with prices starting at 1,099 yuan.
2026
Apple officially launches Apple HomeView smart home display, on sale November 13
On October 13, 2026, Apple officially announced Apple HomeView, its first smart-home display device integrating smart home control, Siri AI assistant, media and video calling, in desktop and wall-mounted versions at a US price of $299. Pre-orders opened the same day in Australia, Canada, India, New Zealand, the UK and the US, with Singapore pre-orders starting October 15 and both versions going on sale November 13, 2026 in those countries plus South Africa. The device is not yet available in the EU because iOS there does not support Siri AI, and Apple is working with the EU on a solution.
2026
Apple announces updated HomePod Mini priced at $149
As part of the same product event in which HomeView was unveiled, Apple announced an updated HomePod Mini costing $149.
2026
Apple introduces new Mac Studio with M5 Max and M5 Ultra
Apple introduced a new Mac Studio desktop featuring the M5 Max and all-new M5 Ultra chips, with up to 4.3x faster AI performance, up to 512GB unified memory, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thunderbolt 5. The new Mac Studio is available for pre-order starting today, with availability beginning September 22.
2026
Apple announces Apple Home Collection smart home accessories co-designed with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric
On Oct 13, 2026, Apple announced Apple Home Collection, a new line of smart home accessories including indoor and outdoor cameras, a thermostat, temperature sensors, a video doorbell and a door lock, co-designed with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric.
2026
Apple launches HomeView, second-generation HomePod mini and upgraded Apple TV 4K smart home products
On the evening of October 13, 2026, Apple officially launched a line of new smart home products: the HomeView smart home hub with a display, the second-generation HomePod mini, and an upgraded Apple TV 4K. Apple also launched with LG and Schneider Electric a complete accessory system covering doorbells, locks, indoor/outdoor cameras, thermostats and environmental sensors for the HomeKit ecosystem. Only the second-generation HomePod mini (priced at 1,099 yuan, going on sale October 30) is initially listed on Apple's mainland China website; the HomeView will not be sold in the EU for now because Siri AI features are not yet enabled there, with Apple stating it is actively communicating with regulators on a compliant technical adaptation, and mainland China users likewise cannot use the Siri AI features at this stage.