Apple appears to be gearing up for another hardware push before the calendar turns, following the recent debuts of the iPhone 18 Pro and the experimental folding iPhone Duo. New evidence discovered within Apple’s own internal code suggests that a refreshed lineup featuring the HomePod mini, iPad mini, and Apple TV 4K is imminent. These findings, unearthed by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris, point toward a series of iterative updates designed to modernize some of the company’s older ecosystem staples.
The second generation of the HomePod mini looks set to maintain the spherical aesthetic established back in 2020, though it will trade its loud primary colors for a more sophisticated palette. Instead of the vibrant oranges and yellows currently on shelves, leaked images suggest new muted tones including green, pink, blue, white, and black. This shift indicates that Apple wants the device to blend seamlessly into home decor rather than stand out as a colorful gadget.
Meanwhile, the upcoming iPad mini 8 promises a significant jump in performance by adopting the A20 Pro chip found in this year’s flagship iPhones. Beyond raw power, physical changes appear likely; leaks show a relocated front facing camera shifted to the landscape edge for better video calls and a possible new speaker groove along the top display. Industry insiders like Mark Gurman have further suggested that this iteration could introduce an OLED screen and enhanced waterproofing via a specialized vibration based speaker system.
Rounding out the leaks is a fourth generation Apple TV 4K which seems focused primarily on under the hood improvements. While external images suggest a design nearly identical to the previous model from four years ago, reports indicate it may finally integrate the A17 Pro chip and Apple’s proprietary N1 wireless chip for improved connectivity. Together, these releases signal Apple’s intent to fill every corner of the smart home and mobile market before heading into next year.
