All articles tagged with #october launch
Bloomberg reports Apple plans to launch the HomePad, a screen-equipped home hub, in October. The device runs a new OS built around Siri AI, features a home screen with widgets and clock faces, and can stand on a base or be wall-mounted. It aggregates controls for smart devices, video calls, intercoms, and media, and will sync with iPhone for setup, with Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini also expected to debut in October.
Apple is reportedly adding water resistance to the upcoming iPad mini, with a redesigned, seal-focused casing and a vibration-based speaker system that eliminates speaker holes. A rumored OLED panel and an unreleased A-series chip (A19 Pro/A20 Pro) are expected, with a launch planned for October and a potential price increase of up to about $100. Apple has not announced an official IP rating yet.
Apple is expected to launch the M5 MacBook Pro in October amid supply constraints of the M4 models, with potential staggered releases of M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max versions, possibly delaying the introduction of OLED MacBook Pro models until 2027, and the launch may be announced via press release rather than a traditional event.
Leaked images and rumors suggest the OnePlus 15 will feature a new design with a redesigned camera array, a 6.7-inch display with 165Hz refresh rate, Snapdragon chipset, 7,300 mAh battery, and could launch in October with OxygenOS 16 and IP68/69 resistance.
Apple's upcoming iPad Pro models featuring the new M5 chip are expected to launch in October, with Samsung and LG beginning mass production of OLED panels for both 11-inch and 13-inch sizes, marking a diversification of Apple's supply chain and potential future adoption of OLED in other iPad models.
Qualcomm has confirmed that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, featuring an Oryon CPU and an updated neural processing engine, will be announced in October. The company's focus on AI-friendly technology is expected to significantly enhance the capabilities of smartphones and other devices in the coming years. While further details are yet to be revealed, the upcoming release signifies Qualcomm's commitment to innovation in the NPU space.
Apple is reportedly expanding its testing of M3 Macs ahead of a rumored October launch. The company is said to be testing a new Mac with an M3 chip, potentially a new version of the Mac mini. The M3 chip is expected to have an 8-core CPU, 10-GPU, and 24GB of RAM. The M3-powered Macs are expected to be announced alongside the 13-inch MacBook Pro, 24-inch iMac, and 13-inch MacBook Air.
Apple is reportedly planning to launch its first M3 Apple Silicon Macs in October, including a new M3 iMac, M3 13-inch MacBook Air, and M3 MacBook Pro. The M3 chip is expected to offer enhanced performance and efficiency with a new 3-nanometer silicon fabrication process. While the M2 lineup may have been delayed due to supply chain issues, a M3 MacBook Air could be ready for release in October, while updates for MacBook Pro and Mac Studio are further out. Additionally, a new iPad Air model with an updated chip may also be released this fall.