Apple has yet to ship many products expected in 2026, from the iPhone Duo to the HomeView smart home hub and the probable OLED MacBook Pro. Here is when to expect them in stores.
Even before Apple formally announces its range of smart home devices, it has an unusual number of products expected to be released shortly. The iPhone Duo has a "Get Ready" option on October 12, 2026, but customers can only order starting October 16. Shipping begins October 23, and supply is expected to be extremely constrained, so availability may depend on how many units Apple made.
Reports claim Apple's home hub, the HomeView, will ship in mid-November, roughly a month after its announcement. Pre-orders could begin on October 16, though Apple may want to keep that date clear for the iPhone Duo. Pre-orders will surely start at most a week before shipping, meaning by early November at the latest. The launch may also include updates to the HomePod mini and the Apple TV 4K, along with Apple co-designed devices badged by LG, such as a smart deadbolt lock, indoor and outdoor cameras, and a floodlight camera. Whether these arrive immediately or slip into November depends on volume readiness. Apple's own smart camera is not expected until 2027.
A new HomePod mini is expected to ship on October 30, with pre-orders likely opening on October 23. Apple's online store currently quotes delivery dates between October 20 and October 27 for most current models. A new Apple TV 4K is also about to be announced, though it may be renamed simply "Apple TV" to avoid confusion with the streaming service.
Source: AppleInsider · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing