Apple’s product roadmap for the second half of 2026 looks much bigger than the company’s slow April and May release schedule suggested. Reports now point to more than 15 new Apple products launching later this year, including a foldable iPhone Ultra, a redesigned MacBook Ultra, upgraded Apple Watches, new HomePods, refreshed Macs, and Apple’s long-rumored smart home hub.
A lot of these products connect to Apple’s delayed personalized Siri upgrade, which Apple continues to position as the center of its next-generation ecosystem strategy. That also explains why some launches reportedly depend on Siri being ready first.
Here’s a closer look at every major Apple product expected later this year.
1. iPhone 18 Pro
The iPhone 18 Pro reportedly brings one of Apple’s biggest camera-focused updates in years.
Leaks suggest Apple plans to add:
- A20 Pro chip
- Smaller Dynamic Island
- Simplified Camera Control button
- Variable aperture camera system
- New Dark Cherry color
- Apple C2 modem
- Satellite-based 5G browsing support
The variable aperture camera matters because it gives users more control over depth and lighting, similar to what flagship mirrorless cameras already offer. Apple has pushed computational photography hard for years, but this looks like another step toward DSLR-style control on iPhone.
2. iPhone 18 Pro Max
The iPhone 18 Pro Max reportedly keeps the same upgrades as the smaller Pro model, although leaks suggest Apple could make the phone slightly thicker to improve battery life and cooling.
That sounds small on paper, but Apple has struggled with thermal performance during heavy AI workloads and gaming sessions, especially after pushing more on-device Apple Intelligence features.
3. iPhone Ultra
The foldable iPhone Ultra is easily Apple’s most important rumored product for 2026.
Reports suggest the device includes:
- 7.7-inch foldable inner display
- 5.3-inch outer display
- Book-style folding design
- Touch ID power button
- Dual rear cameras
- iPad-style multitasking in iOS 27
Apple reportedly focused heavily on reducing the display crease, which remains one of the biggest complaints with foldable phones from Samsung and other brands. Multiple reports claim Apple has achieved a nearly crease-free display, although hinge durability issues continue to delay production testing.
Apple reportedly wants iOS 27 to behave more like iPadOS when unfolded, allowing side-by-side apps and larger multitasking layouts. That would make the device feel closer to an iPad mini than a normal iPhone.
4. Apple Watch Series 12
The Apple Watch Series 12 reportedly gets:
- Faster S11 chip or newer
- Possible Touch ID support
- New health sensors
Some rumors conflict on how big the redesign actually is, but Apple continues to push health tracking as the main reason to upgrade its watches.
5. Apple Watch Ultra 4
Apple reportedly plans additional satellite features for the Apple Watch Ultra lineup.
Expected additions include:
- Satellite-enabled Apple Maps
- Satellite photo sharing in Messages
- Faster S11 chip
- New sensors
That could make the Ultra lineup much more useful for hiking, trekking, and travel without cellular coverage.
6. iPad 12
The entry-level iPad reportedly jumps from the A16 chip to either an A18 or A19 chip.
The important part is Apple Intelligence support. Right now, Apple’s AI features remain unavailable on several lower-end devices because of hardware limitations. This update fixes that problem for the standard iPad lineup.
7. iPad mini
The next iPad mini reportedly gets one of the biggest upgrades in the lineup.
Rumored features include:
- OLED display
- A19 Pro or A20 Pro chip
- Water-resistant design
- Vibration-based speaker system
The OLED display alone would dramatically improve contrast and battery efficiency, especially for reading, gaming, and media consumption.
8. Mac Studio
Apple reportedly plans new Mac Studio models with:
- M5 Max chip
- M5 Ultra chip
However, RAM supply shortages reportedly continue affecting Apple’s launch plans, which means these systems could slip into 2027.
9. Mac mini
The Mac mini reportedly gets:
- M5 chip
- M5 Pro chip
No major redesign is expected, but Apple continues to position the Mac mini as one of its strongest value desktop systems.
10. iMac
The iMac refresh reportedly focuses on:
- M5 chip
- New color options
Apple has kept the current iMac design mostly unchanged for years, so even smaller visual updates could matter here.
11. MacBook Ultra
The rumored MacBook Ultra sounds like Apple’s biggest Mac redesign in years.
Leaks point to:
- OLED touchscreen display
- M6 Pro and M6 Max chips
- Dynamic Island
- Thinner design
- Touch-friendly macOS interface
Apple has publicly resisted touchscreen Macs for years, which makes this report especially interesting. If accurate, this would mark one of the company’s biggest platform shifts since Apple Silicon.
Some reports claim Apple wants the MacBook Ultra to sit above the MacBook Pro lineup rather than replace it.
12. Apple TV
The next Apple TV reportedly includes:
- A17 Pro chip
- Apple Intelligence support
- Wi-Fi 7
- Apple-designed networking chip
Some rumors also mention a built-in FaceTime camera, although it remains unclear whether Apple ships that feature this year. (MacRumors)
13. HomePod mini
The HomePod mini refresh reportedly brings:
- New S-series chip
- Better sound quality
- Wi-Fi 7
- Ultra Wideband 2
- New colors
Apple reportedly delayed this product mainly because the company wants the upgraded Siri experience ready first.
14. HomePod
Apple also reportedly plans a new full-sized HomePod with support for the revamped Siri platform.
Apple’s smart home strategy has remained fragmented for years, so these Siri-focused upgrades look important for connecting HomePods, Apple TV, and HomeKit products together more naturally.
15. Apple Home Hub
The Home Hub could become Apple’s most important smart home product yet.
Reports suggest it includes:
- 6-inch to 7-inch display
- A18 chip
- FaceTime support
- Wall-mount support
- Apple Intelligence features
- Personalized Siri
Apple reportedly wants this device to act as a central control panel for smart home products, video calls, reminders, widgets, and HomeKit controls. Some reports also mention future accessories like Apple security cameras and a Face ID doorbell.
Other Apple products still rumored
A few additional products continue appearing in reports, although their launch timing remains unclear.
These include:
- AirPods Ultra with cameras
- Apple smart home cameras
- AI-powered smart glasses
Apple also reportedly faces RAM shortages that continue affecting launch timelines for some Macs.
Apple’s 2026 strategy
Apple usually relies on predictable yearly refreshes, but 2026 looks different.
The company appears ready to push into three major areas at once:
- Foldable devices
- AI-powered Siri experiences
- Smart home hardware
The foldable iPhone Ultra alone would give Apple an entirely new premium category above the Pro lineup, while the Home Hub could finally give Apple a proper answer to Amazon Echo and Google Nest devices.
At the same time, Apple continues tying nearly everything to Apple Intelligence and the upgraded Siri platform. That explains why several products reportedly remain delayed until Siri reaches the feature level Apple originally planned.
WWDC 2026 should clarify how much of this roadmap is actually ready for launch.
