Apple accidentally tipped its hand in August, when code strings embedded in its own software revealed a lineup of unannounced products. The identifiers mapped directly to upcoming devices, confirming whispers of a next generation HomePod mini, a refreshed Apple TV, new iPads, Apple Watch updates, and even a Vision Pro sequel. It is not the first time Apple’s own software has spoiled its secrets, but rarely has the picture been this wide.
HomePod mini steps up with real brains
The current HomePod mini still runs on an older S5 class chip with no Neural Engine. The new model, tagged B525 in Apple’s code, is linked to the T8310 architecture used in modern Apple Watches. Expect a 64-bit dual core CPU and a four core Neural Engine, giving the speaker smarter audio features and faster processing. Wi Fi 6E and fresh color options are being tested, and pricing is likely to hover close to its familiar $99 tag.
An Apple hardware leak reveals seven upcoming products in official code. From iPads to Vision Pro 2, here is what Apple might launch next.
Apple TV aims at gaming and Apple Intelligence
An upgraded Apple TV running the A17 Pro is flagged for release later this year. Today’s model uses the A15, so the A17 Pro bump should supercharge graphics and unlock console style gameplay, as well as Apple Intelligence features. Apple is even testing its own Wi Fi and Bluetooth silicon for the box. Expect the $129 to $149 price to hold steady.
Studio Display gets a high end follow up
References to J427 and J527 suggest a second generation Studio Display is in testing. Early indicators point to a mini LED backlight, which would push brightness, contrast, and HDR far beyond the 2022 model. The company may be experimenting with more than one size, but the earliest launch would be in 2026. With the first Studio Display starting at $1,599, a more advanced screen could climb higher.
iPad family spreads across chips and tiers
The next iPad mini, flagged J510 and J511, is tied to the A19 Pro chip, the same family expected in the iPhone 17 Pro. That is a swift leap from the A17 Pro in the current mini. The company is also preparing a new entry iPad using the A18 chip, with a stronger Neural Engine to bring Apple Intelligence to the budget tier. Pricing for both categories is expected to stay in line with current levels.
Vision Pro sequel takes a power leap
The second generation Vision Pro headset is matched to the upcoming M5 chip, ending speculation about whether Apple would go M4 or M5. The bump from M2 in the original should deliver serious performance and neural gains. Otherwise, design changes seem modest, with comfort tweaks under review. Pricing will likely stay near the $3,499 entry.
Apple Watch keeps a steady course
The code references three new models, Series 11, Ultra 3, and SE 3. All are tied to the S11 system in package, which continues the T8310 design found in the S9 and S10. That means efficiency refinements rather than raw power. Pricing looks unchanged, with Series at $399, Ultra at $799, and SE starting near $249.
Apple has been here before
Leaks from Apple’s own software are not new. AirTags were spotted in code long before their launch, and AirPods and past Apple TVs were revealed the same way. This one simply paints the broadest picture yet, covering nearly every major category. If accurate, fans face a crowded and expensive release cycle stretching into 2026.
