Apple Could Announce New M5 Macs, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro Upgrades Next Week

Apple appears to be gearing up for some major product launches next week. However, unlike the iPhone’s flashy launch event, these product launches won’t have a stage event. Several speculations from credible sources suggest Apple will unveil the new M5-powered Macs, iPad Pro models, a refreshed Vision Pro, and more through press releases as early as October 13 or 14 (Monday or Tuesday).

Rumors Point to a Press Release Launch

The claims come from the Korean blog Naver, via the account yeux1122, which says Apple will& drip-feed new products through its website and newsroom posts instead of hosting a dedicated October event. Tech commentator Vadim Yuryev has also shared the same timeline on X, hinting at a Monday or Tuesday rollout.

Here’s the rumored lineup:

• 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5
• iPad Pro with M5
• Vision Pro with a faster chip and a redesigned strap
• Possible add-ons: Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini 2, and AirTags 2

While the rumored product lineup looks exciting, we suggest you temper your expectations, as the Naver account is known for aggregating rumors rather than breaking them. Moreover, its accuracy has been mixed in the past.

So, always take such rumors with a pinch of salt. Still, several recent developments make the timeline look increasingly believable.

Why the Timeline Makes Sense

A string of supply chain and regulatory clues points to new product drops next week:

• A Russian YouTube channel recently showed off what looked like an unreleased iPad Pro with the M5 chip. This lines up with Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, who reported that M4 iPad Pro inventory is drying up and shipping dates are slipping to October 21–28, a classic sign of an incoming refresh.
• New FCC filings mention an updated Vision Pro, which fits with rumors of a faster processor and a more comfortable strap. Apple usually clears these filings shortly before products go live.
• On the Mac side, 14-inch MacBook Pro stock is tightening, and custom configurations are shipping later in October. This aligns with reports that M5 MacBook Pro models are already in mass production, even if the final launch dates are fluid.

Accessories Might Tag Along

Alongside the major hardware, we might also see Apple refreshing its accessories lineup. Reports suggest:

• A new Apple TV 4K powered by the A17 Pro chip to support Apple Intelligence features next year
• HomePod mini 2 with an updated S-series chip
• AirTags 2 with better range

Although Apple’s flagship MacBook Pro warrants a live event, the Cupertino tech giant unveiled new MacBook Pros with M2 Pro and M2 Max chips in January 2023 through a press release, rather than a live event.

Watch Next Monday and Tuesday Closely

Although there’s no official word yet, all the rumors point in the same direction.. Retail constraints, regulatory filings, and Apple’s usual press release strategy all hint at something brewing. If the rumors are true, it’s more likely that Apple will update its Apple Store listings first, followed by official newsroom announcements shortly after.

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