{"id":313923,"date":"2026-02-28T01:44:18","date_gmt":"2026-02-28T01:44:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/313923\/"},"modified":"2026-02-28T01:44:18","modified_gmt":"2026-02-28T01:44:18","slug":"what-to-expect-from-apples-big-week-iphone-17e-low-cost-macbook-new-ipads-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/313923\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Expect From Apple’s Big Week: iPhone 17e, Low-Cost MacBook, New iPads, and More"},"content":{"rendered":"

Starting on Monday, we’re going to get our first major product announcements of 2026. Apple CEO Tim Cook<\/a> teased a “big week ahead” with an “Apple Launch” hashtag, plus Apple has media events scheduled in New York, Shanghai, and London on Wednesday, March 4. We’re expecting the iPhone<\/a> 17e, an all-new low-cost MacBook, and minor refreshes to the Mac and iPad<\/a> lines.<\/p>\n

\"Apple<\/p>\n

Low-Cost MacBook<\/p>\n

Rumors about the MacBook’s design make it sound a lot like the MacBook Air<\/a>. It will have an aluminum chassis in a range of colors, and a 12.9-inch or 13-inch display, depending on the rumor.<\/p>\n

\"Low
It’s possible the low-cost MacBook will have a thin and light design because it’s going to use a lower power A-series chip that doesn’t require a lot of heat dissipation, but that’s not yet confirmed. Apple used to have a 12-inch MacBook with a thin design and a low-power Core M chip, and it’s been suggested that this new MacBook could be something of a revival of that machine.<\/p>\n

Thinner and lighter typically means more expensive with Apple products, so a super slim design might not be what Apple is optimizing for. Making the low-cost MacBook thinner than the \u200cMacBook Air\u200c could just confuse the MacBook lineup.<\/p>\n

With the low-cost \u200ciPad\u200c, Apple keeps the price down by using older display technology that’s not as thin, so we could see that same strategy with the low-cost MacBook. A thicker chassis and a super efficient chip could mean a long battery life, which would be ideal for an educational environment.<\/p>\n

The low-cost MacBook is expected to have<\/a> lower max display brightness, no True Tone support, no backlit keyboard, slower SSD speeds, and no N1 chip.<\/p>\n

Colors<\/p>\n

The MacBook is going to come in a selection of fun colors<\/a>, and Apple has tested light yellow, light green, blue, pink, silver, and dark gray, according to Bloomberg. Not all of those colors are likely to ship, but it sounds like we’ll get at least four of them.<\/p>\n

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Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo<\/a> thinks the MacBook will come in yellow, silver, blue, and pink, which would be the same colors that Apple offers for the \u200ciPad\u200c.<\/p>\n

A18 Pro Chip<\/p>\n

The most consistent rumor we’ve heard about the MacBook is its planned chip. Rather than an M-series Mac chip, Apple is planning to use an A-series chip. The low-cost MacBook is expected to use the A18 Pro chip, which Apple first debuted in the iPhone 16<\/a> Pro.<\/p>\n

The A18 Pro uses a second-generation 3-nanometer process. It has a 6-core CPU with four performance cores and two efficiency cores, along with a 6-core GPU and a 16-core Neural Engine for AI-based tasks. In Geekbench benchmarks, the A18 Pro has an average single-core score of 3451, and a multi-core score of 8572. For comparison, the M4 iPad Pro<\/a> earns a single-core score of 3694 and a multi-core score of 13732 (Apple’s next \u200cMacBook Air\u200c is going to use the M5 chip).<\/p>\n

The A18 Pro outperforms the M1<\/a>, which is the chip that Apple kept around in a lower-cost version of the \u200cMacBook Air\u200c for several years. An A18 MacBook wouldn’t be too far off from the M4 Mac\/\u200ciPad\u200c chips in terms of single-core performance, but there would be a difference in multi-core performance.<\/p>\n

A MacBook with the A18 chip would be more than powerful enough for day-to-day use like web browsing, document creation, watching videos, and even light photo and video editing. It won’t be ideal for system-intensive games or tasks like 4K video editing and 3D rendering, but it will do almost everything an \u200ciPhone\u200c or \u200ciPad\u200c can do.<\/p>\n

Apple is developing the low-cost MacBook with students in mind, and it sounds like it will be the Apple equivalent of the affordable Chromebook PCs that are often used by students.<\/p>\n

RAM<\/p>\n

Macs start with 16GB RAM, but the \u200ciPhone 16\u200c Pro has 8GB RAM, the minimum for Apple Intelligence<\/a>. We can expect an A18 Pro MacBook to have at least 8GB RAM so it can support \u200cApple Intelligence\u200c, but it’s possible Apple will give it the 16GB that all Macs have.<\/p>\n

Storage<\/p>\n

The \u200cMacBook Air\u200c starts with 256GB of storage, but Apple could possibly launch the low-cost MacBook with 128GB.<\/p>\n

Ports<\/p>\n

The A18 Pro chip in the \u200ciPhone 16\u200c Pro models doesn’t support Thunderbolt, so the MacBook will be limited to USB-C (10GB\/s) and won’t offer Thunderbolt speeds. That will limit display connectivity, so it’s likely the A18 Pro MacBook will only support a single external display.<\/p>\n

Price<\/p>\n

Pricing on the \u200cMacBook Air\u200c starts at $999, and the low-cost MacBook is expected to be priced much lower.<\/p>\n

Apple probably won’t want to undercut its \u200ciPad\u200c pricing by too much. The low-cost \u200ciPad\u200c with A16 chip starts at $349, and the iPad Air<\/a> with M2<\/a> chip starts at $599. A price between $599 and $799 could make the most sense because it wouldn’t be as expensive as the \u200cMacBook Air\u200c or \u200ciPad Pro\u200c, but would come in at or just over the \u200ciPad Air\u200c’s cost.<\/p>\n

$599 would be on par with some of the highly rated Chromebook options that people often purchase for school use, while a $699 or $799 price would be in the same general pricing area, but a little more of a premium price tag. $599 is also the cost of the iPhone 16e<\/a>, Apple’s most affordable \u200ciPhone\u200c that uses a slightly less powerful A18 chip.<\/p>\n

iPhone 17e<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c that came out in February 2025 is due for a refresh. The \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e is getting some useful upgrades over the \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c that will make it even more worth the purchase price.<\/p>\n

\"iPhone<\/p>\n

Design<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e will look a lot like the \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c, featuring the same 6.1-inch display size, single-lens rear camera, and black and white color options.<\/p>\n

Display<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e is expected to feature the same display panel as the \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c, which means it will be limited to a 60Hz refresh rate. Apple brought 120Hz ProMotion refresh rates to the standard iPhone 17<\/a> in 2025, but the same technology is not expected for the more affordable \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e.<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e will continue to be Apple’s only new release \u200ciPhone\u200c without 120Hz support.<\/p>\n

120Hz refresh rates provide video improvements and smoother scrolling when viewing webpages.<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c does not have always-on display technology, and that’s not likely to change with the \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e. To support always-on, the \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e would need an OLED display with 1-nit minimum brightness, which is limited to Apple’s more expensive iPhones. HDR and brightness are also lacking compared to Apple’s flagship lineup.<\/p>\n

Dynamic Island<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c uses the notch that Apple has eliminated in its newer flagship iPhones, but the \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e could eliminate it. Some rumors suggest that the \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e will have a Dynamic Island<\/a> instead of a notch, giving it an updated look.<\/p>\n

The \u200cDynamic Island\u200c is a pill-shaped cutout on the \u200ciPhone\u200c’s display that houses the TrueDepth camera system and the front-facing camera. It takes up less display area than the notch, and it is better integrated into the \u200ciPhone\u200c.<\/p>\n

While some rumors indicate we could get a \u200cDynamic Island\u200c, other rumors suggest the \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e will continue to use a notch<\/a>, so the \u200cDynamic Island\u200c upgrade isn’t a guarantee.<\/p>\n

A19 Chip<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e will use Apple’s A19 chip, which is the same chip that’s in the \u200ciPhone 17\u200c. The A19 chip is built on an upgraded N3P 3-nanometer process, offering a 5 to 10 percent performance improvement over the A18 chip.<\/p>\n

Apple could be planning to use a downclocked version<\/a> of the A19 chip in the \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e, and if that’s the case, its performance won’t quite match the \u200ciPhone 17\u200c’s performance.<\/p>\n

The A18 chip that Apple used in the \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c had a 4-core GPU instead of a 5-core GPU like the version from the \u200ciPhone 16\u200c, so the \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e could get a similar GPU downgrade.<\/p>\n

Aside from the improved CPU and GPU, the A19 has an updated display engine, image signal processor, and Neural Engine for improved AI performance. Every GPU core features a Neural Accelerator to boost the performance of local AI models.<\/p>\n

We are expecting the \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e to continue to include 8GB RAM like the \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c. Apple’s other models have 12GB.<\/p>\n

MagSafe Compatibility<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c does not have a magnetic ring for MagSafe<\/a> charging, but the \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e is expected to get a \u200cMagSafe\u200c upgrade.<\/p>\n

Apple’s iPhones have used \u200cMagSafe\u200c since the \u200ciPhone\u200c 12, so there are a wide array of \u200cMagSafe\u200c cases and accessories. The \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c is not compatible with these accessories, which is a major limitation.<\/p>\n

Since it doesn’t have \u200cMagSafe\u200c, the \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c is limited to 7.5W wireless charging speeds. \u200cMagSafe\u200c would upgrade that to at least 15W. The current \u200ciPhone 17\u200c models can charge at 25W over \u200cMagSafe\u200c, though the iPhone Air<\/a> is limited to 20W.<\/p>\n

Camera<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e is expected to have a single 48-megapixel Wide Angle camera at the back, with no upgrade rumored. The \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c doesn’t have a Camera Control button, and there’s no sign that Apple plans to bring it to the \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e, either.<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPhone 17\u200c models got an upgraded 18-megapixel Center Stage front-facing camera, but rumors suggest the \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e will continue to use the same 12-megapixel front-facing camera as the \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c.<\/p>\n

C1X Modem and N1 Chip<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e will adopt Apple’s C1X modem, the modem chip that Apple first debuted in the \u200ciPhone Air\u200c. The C1X modem is faster and more efficient than the C1 modem that Apple used in the \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c.<\/p>\n

Apple says the C1X modem is up to 2x faster than the C1, and it is far more energy efficient than Qualcomm modems.<\/p>\n

Apple could also update the \u200ciPhone 17\u200c models with Apple’s Wi-Fi and Bluetooth “N1” networking chip, bringing speed and efficiency improvements, plus Thread support. Leaked Apple code suggests the chip will not be included in the \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e in order to keep costs down, but recent rumors indicate<\/a> Apple plans to include it.<\/p>\n

Pricing<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPhone 16e\u200c is priced starting at $599, and no price changes are expected for the \u200ciPhone\u200c 17e.<\/p>\n

iPad Air<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPad Air\u200c will get a small refresh with a chip update, adopting the M4 chip.<\/p>\n

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Design and Display<\/p>\n

There are no design changes rumored for the \u200ciPad Air\u200c, so we can expect the same 11-inch and 13-inch size options.<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPad Air\u200c is thicker and heavier than the \u200ciPad Pro\u200c, and it uses a standard LED display instead of OLED technology. The \u200ciPad Air\u200c will eventually be upgraded to OLED, but for now, the higher-end display technology will remain limited to the \u200ciPad Pro\u200c. The \u200ciPad Air\u200c also doesn’t support ProMotion, and there’s no sign that Apple is planning to add it.<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPad Air\u200c will continue to feature USB-C, a Touch ID<\/a> top button, and the same front and rear cameras.<\/p>\n

It’s possible there will be a new color option, but it’s not guaranteed with a minor refresh. No new accessories are rumored, and it will continue to work with the Magic Keyboard and the Apple Pencil<\/a> Pro.<\/p>\n

M4 Chip<\/p>\n

Apple has been updating the \u200ciPad Air\u200c with an M-series chip that’s a generation behind the chip in the \u200ciPad Pro\u200c. Since the \u200ciPad Pro\u200c was updated in October 2025 with the M5, the \u200ciPad Air\u200c is set to get the M4 chip.<\/p>\n

The M3 in the current \u200ciPad Air\u200c and the M4 chip are both built on a 3-nanometer process, but the M4 has an updated process that brings speed and efficiency improvements.<\/p>\n

There are up to 10 CPU cores instead of 8, the Neural Engine is faster, and there’s more memory bandwidth. The GPU is also more power efficient for potential battery gains. The M4 CPU is up to 30 percent faster<\/a> than the M3 CPU, while the GPU is up to 21 percent faster.<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPad Air\u200c already supports \u200cApple Intelligence\u200c, and the next-generation model will continue to do so. Apple increased the RAM in \u200ciPad Pro\u200c models with higher storage tiers, but there’s no word on whether that same change will come to the \u200ciPad Air\u200c. Current models feature 8GB RAM, the minimum for \u200cApple Intelligence\u200c.<\/p>\n

Charging<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPad Pro\u200c gained faster charging with the M5 update, and that’s something that could trickle down to the \u200ciPad Air\u200c.<\/p>\n

N1 Chip<\/p>\n

The \u200ciPad Air\u200c is likely to adopt the N1 networking chip that Apple first introduced in the \u200ciPhone 17\u200c models. The N1 chip is an Apple-designed Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip that offers connectivity and efficiency improvements compared to the third-party chips that Apple has used in previous devices. The N1 supports the latest Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 technology.<\/p>\n

The current \u200ciPad Air\u200c offers Wi-Fi 6E support, so the next-generation model could see faster Wi-Fi speeds on compatible networks with Wi-Fi 7.<\/p>\n

Apple Modem<\/p>\n

Apple used the C1X in the M5 \u200ciPad Pro\u200c, and the cellular versions of the \u200ciPad Air\u200c will get that same modem chip. The C1X is an upgraded variant of the C1, Apple’s first in-house modem chip.<\/p>\n

It offers performance on par with Qualcomm chips, though 5G connectivity is limited to sub-6GHz with no support for mmWave 5G. That’s not an issue on the \u200ciPad\u200c, because the current version of the \u200ciPad Air\u200c doesn’t support mmWave.<\/p>\n

Apple’s modem chips are more power efficient than Qualcomm modem chips, and are able to better integrate with other \u200ciPad\u200c components.<\/p>\n

Pricing<\/p>\n

There are no rumors of a price increase, so the 11-inch model is expected to continue to start at $599, while the 13-inch model will start at $799.<\/p>\n

Low-Cost iPad<\/p>\n

Like the \u200ciPad Air\u200c, the low-cost \u200ciPad\u200c is going to get a refresh with an updated chip. The update is a bigger deal because the \u200ciPad\u200c is expected to support \u200cApple Intelligence\u200c for the first time.<\/p>\n

\"11th<\/p>\n

Design<\/p>\n

The 12th-generation \u200ciPad\u200c will have the same 11-inch edge-to-edge display with \u200cTouch ID\u200c Side Button and thick bezels as the current model.<\/p>\n

The low-cost \u200ciPad\u200c is only available in a single screen size, and it is Apple’s thickest tablet at 7mm. It features a Retina LCD display with no ProMotion support, no P3 wide color, and no lamination (display technology that cuts down on glare, provides a more responsive feel, and allows for a thinner size) compared to Apple’s other tablets.<\/p>\n

Apple makes the low-cost \u200ciPad\u200c in several fun colors, and we could see some new shades in 2026. Current colors include blue, pink, silver, and yellow.<\/p>\n

No changes are expected for the rear camera, front camera, USB-C port, or compatibility with accessories like the \u200cApple Pencil\u200c.<\/p>\n

A-Series Chip<\/p>\n

The low-cost \u200ciPad\u200c will be equipped with Apple’s A18 or A19 chip, both of which are built on a 3-nanometer process. The upgraded chip will offer speed and efficiency improvements over the A16 chip that’s in the current model.<\/p>\n

The A16 chip that Apple used in 2025 does not support \u200cApple Intelligence\u200c, but the A18 and A19 do, so that will mark a major update for Apple’s affordable tablet. The 2026 model will be able to support \u200cApple Intelligence\u200c features that are unavailable with the 2025 model.<\/p>\n

The 11th-generation \u200ciPad\u200c has 6GB RAM, but Apple will need to bump that up to 8GB for \u200cApple Intelligence\u200c.<\/p>\n

N1 Chip<\/p>\n

Apple is expanding its N1 networking chip to many of its new devices. The N1 chip supports Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread networking technology for smart home devices.<\/p>\n

The 11th-generation \u200ciPad\u200c is limited to Wi-Fi 6, so if the 12th-generation version gets Wi-Fi 7, it will be able to connect to faster 6GHz networks for the first time. Bluetooth 6 would also be an improvement over Bluetooth 5.3. There is a chance that Apple is reserving the N1 chip for its more premium devices<\/a>, based on leaked internal code. If that’s the case, the \u200ciPad\u200c won’t include the N1 chip.<\/p>\n

Apple Modem<\/p>\n

Apple has designed C1 and C1X modem chips that it has used in iPhones and iPads in 2025, and the next-generation version of the \u200ciPad\u200c could also get an Apple-designed modem chip for cellular models.<\/p>\n

Pricing<\/p>\n

The 11th-generation \u200ciPad\u200c is priced starting at $349 for 128GB of storage, and there are so far no indications that pricing is going to change for the 12th-generation model.<\/p>\n

MacBook Pro<\/p>\n

Apple already refreshed the entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro<\/a> with an M5 chip, but now it’s time for the higher-end 14-inch and 16-inch models to get an update.<\/p>\n

\"m5<\/p>\n

Design<\/p>\n

There are no rumors of design changes, and we are expecting the upcoming M5 \u200cMacBook Pro\u200c models to look just like the M4 versions. Apple will continue to offer 14-inch and 16-inch size options, both of which should come in M5 Pro and M5 Max varieties.<\/p>\n

M5 Max and M5 Pro<\/p>\n

We already got base model 14-inch \u200cMacBook Pro\u200c with the new M5 chip in October, so what we’re expecting are upgraded 14-inch and 16-inch models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips.<\/p>\n

The M5 family is built on a more advanced 3-nanometer process from TSMC, and it offers speed and efficiency improvements. The M5 chip is up to 20 percent faster in multi-core CPU performance than the M4 chip, and we could see similar improvements for the M5 Pro and M5 Max chip options. GPU performance is up to 30 percent faster.<\/p>\n

With the M5, Apple added a Neural Accelerator to each GPU core, improving the speeds of GPU-based AI workloads. The chip also supports third-generation ray-tracing, second-generation dynamic caching, and enhanced shader cores.<\/p>\n

The 16-core Neural Engine is more energy efficient than before, and unified memory bandwidth has improved. These are all features that we’re likely to see with the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips as well.<\/p>\n

Why You Shouldn’t Buy an M5 Pro\/Max MacBook Pro<\/p>\n

If you’re not in serious need of a new \u200cMacBook Pro\u200c right away, early 2026 is a bad time to upgrade<\/a>. The next-generation \u200cMacBook Pro\u200c after the early 2026 models is expected to feature an OLED display and touchscreen capabilities, both of which will mark a major upgrade in display quality. It’s expected to include a \u200cDynamic Island\u200c instead of a notch, and macOS will be optimized for touch interactions.<\/p>\n

Most people shelling out extra money for a \u200cMacBook Pro\u200c with a higher-end M5 Pro or M5 Max chip need the extra performance or display quality, so it is worth waiting for the huge update that’s coming.<\/p>\n

The transition to OLED will also likely bring a design update along with M6 Pro and M6 Max chip technology, which is another reason to wait.
Of course, the new features could be limited to higher-end \u200cMacBook Pro\u200c models or could be significantly more expensive. If you’re on a budget, need a Mac now, or don’t care about OLED, the M5 Pro and Max models could still be worth considering.<\/p>\n

MacBook Air<\/p>\n

Along with the low-cost MacBook and M5 Pro\/Max \u200cMacBook Pro\u200c models, Apple could introduce a refreshed version of the \u200cMacBook Air\u200c next week.<\/p>\n

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M5 Chip<\/p>\n

The next-generation \u200cMacBook Air\u200c will adopt the M5 chip, which Apple already introduced in the \u200ciPad Pro\u200c and \u200cMacBook Pro\u200c models that came out last year.<\/p>\n

Apple’s M5 chip uses third-generation 3-nanometer technology, and it features up to a 10-core CPU and up to a 10-core GPU with 3.5x faster performance than the M4 chip.<\/p>\n

The M5’s multithreaded CPU performance is up to 15 percent faster than the M4, and it offers 30 percent faster GPU performance. Apple added a Neural Accelerator to each GPU core to improve the speeds of GPU-based AI workloads. Unified memory bandwidth is 153GB\/s, which is close to a 30 percent improvement over the M4’s memory bandwidth. Unified memory architecture lets the chip use a single memory pool for running AI models on device, boosting GPU performance, and improving multithreaded performance in apps, so an upgrade there is meaningful. RAM will continue to start at 16GB, with 24GB and 32GB available as upgrade options.<\/p>\n

Third-generation ray-tracing, second-generation dynamic caching, and upgraded shader cores bring improvements to gaming and other system-intensive tasks. An updated 16-core Neural Engine is more energy efficient than before, so we could see battery life improvements.<\/p>\n

Storage tiers are likely to stay the same, starting at 256GB with 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB available as upgrade options.<\/p>\n

Design<\/p>\n

The \u200cMacBook Air\u200c got a design overhaul in 2022, and there are no signs that Apple is planning for an updated chassis in 2026. Apple often uses the same design for several years before updating, and design refreshes are usually tied to major new features.<\/p>\n

We’re expecting Apple to release the same 13-inch and 15-inch size options in 2026. Both will feature the same aluminum unibody design and fanless thermal system, along with a Retina LCD display.<\/p>\n

The \u200cMacBook Air\u200c is likely to continue to offer two Thunderbolt 4\/USB-C ports, and the same speaker, microphone, and camera setup.<\/p>\n

Pricing<\/p>\n

\u200cMacBook Air\u200c pricing is not expected to change, and it should continue to start at $1,099. There is a possibility that memory upgrades will be more expensive due to DRAM shortages that have driven prices up.<\/p>\n

Other Possibilities<\/p>\n

Apple’s Special Experience seems like it’s going to focus primarily on lower-end devices, with the exception of the M5 Pro and M5 Max \u200cMacBook Pro\u200c models. We are waiting on other devices that rumors have suggested will be refreshed in early 2026, but it’s likely we’ll be waiting a bit longer for them.<\/p>\n

HomePod mini<\/p>\n

A new version of the HomePod mini<\/a> is apparently ready to go, but Apple may hold it back for a more home-focused refresh that will also include the rumored home hub. The home hub and the \u200cHomePod mini\u200c are likely tied to the new version of Siri<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Apple was aiming to introduce the more capable \u200cSiri\u200c in iOS 26.4, but pushed back Siri’s debut<\/a> because of ongoing reliability issues. It’s not clear when the new \u200cSiri\u200c is coming now, and so the timing of the next \u200cHomePod mini\u200c is also unknown.<\/p>\n

The \u200cHomePod mini\u200c is expected to get a new chip and new colors, but not much else. The design will stay the same.<\/p>\n

Apple TV<\/p>\n

As with the \u200cHomePod mini\u200c, the next Apple TV<\/a> is a device we’ve been hearing rumors about since late last year. It was supposed to come in late 2025 or early 2026, but it too is likely tied to the \u200cSiri\u200c refresh.<\/p>\n

\"Apple
There are no design changes expected for the \u200cApple TV\u200c, and it will get an updated chip.<\/p>\n

MacRumors Coverage<\/p>\n

Apple isn’t holding an event for the new announcements, so there won’t be a video to watch. We’re expecting to see new products unveiled via press release on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, so stay tuned to MacRumors for details on everything Apple unveils.<\/p>\n

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Apple is holding a Special Experience for members of the media on March 4, 2026, where we’re expecting Apple to show off the new products. MacRumors will be in attendance, so we’ll be able to share a hands-on look at whatever Apple has to offer.<\/p>\n

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