Apple plans to release new devices every Friday until November 13. Mark Gurman said Apple is planning to announce new Macs and an OLED iPad Mini around October 27 or 28. The company also set November 6 for a retail store reset, as many new products get ready for sale.
Apple has been quite busy since September, and that trend doesn't seem to be ending anytime soon. According to a fresh report, Apple could release a new product every Friday for the next four weeks. The lineup includes several confirmed products, along with a few rumoured devices. The confirmed products include the iPhone Duo, HomePod Mini 2, HomeView and the new Apple TV 4K, while the rumoured lineup includes new MacBook Pro models, an updated iMac and the iPad Mini 8.
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman revealed Apple is planning to announce new Macs and an OLED iPad Mini around October 27 or 28. Gurman has also reported that Apple is preparing a retail store reset for November 6, suggesting that at least some of the new devices could go on sale that day. If the timeline holds, Apple could have a fresh product release every Friday until November 13.
Apple’s upcoming product release dates
The first date to watch is October 23, when the iPhone Duo is set to go on sale. However, availability could be limited, so getting one on launch day may not be easy. Next comes the HomePod Mini 2 on October 30. The small smart speaker is designed to bring music and smart home controls into different rooms. It can also work with other compatible Apple devices to create a connected home experience.
November 6 could be the biggest date of the lot. Apple is expected to introduce new MacBook Pro models, including versions with OLED displays, alongside a 14-inch MacBook Pro and an iMac powered by its next-generation M6 chips. An iPad Mini 8 with an OLED display is also reportedly in the works, although it remains unclear which of these devices will be ready to go on sale that Friday.
Finally, November 13 is confirmed as the sales date for HomeView and the fourth-generation Apple TV 4K. HomeView is Apple's new smart display for the home, while the updated Apple TV is designed to bring entertainment and smart home controls together on the television.
What to expect from the new Macs and iPad Mini
The upcoming MacBook Pro models could be particularly interesting because Apple is reportedly preparing its first Macs with touchscreens and OLED displays. OLED technology can offer deeper blacks and richer contrast than traditional LCD screens, which could make a difference when watching videos, editing photos or working with other visual content.
The expected M6-powered MacBook Pro and iMac models would also bring Apple's next-generation chips to its computers. However, Apple has not confirmed the specifications or launch details of these rumoured devices.
The iPad Mini 8 could also get a major display upgrade if Apple moves the compact tablet to OLED. That would be a notable change for people who prefer a smaller tablet for reading, watching videos and carrying around.
For now, the November 6 date remains an expectation based on Gurman's reporting and Apple's reported retail plans.