WWDC kicks off Monday with Apple’s big keynote event, where major software updates like iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and more will debut.But what about new hardware releases at WWDC? Here’s what the rumors say.New hardware products that could debut at WWDC The vast majority of rumors related to WWDC center around software.
Apple’s conference is primarily a software event, and that’s expected to be the focus again this year.That said, there are three hardware products that could make surprise appearances at WWDC: Mac Pro ‘HomePad’ AirTag 2 Apple has a history of showing off new Mac Pros at WWDC ahead of a launch later in the year.The Mac Pro has not yet gotten a new hardware design in the Apple silicon era, but if the forthcoming model sports a redesign, WWDC would be a great place to preview it.
Apple’s new ‘HomePad’ smart display might make an appearance for several reasons I’ve outlined elsewhere.One rumor even hints at a homeOS debut coming, though that wouldn’t necessarily need to be tied to new hardware.Finally, AirTag 2 has long been rumored to arrive in mid-2025.
AirTag might seem like an odd product launch for a developer conference, but Apple knows that the vast majority of people following WWDC news aren’t actually developers.To be clear, no specific rumors have credibly claimed that any of the three products above—or any other hardware—will be launching at WWDC.But WWDC will almost certainly be Apple’s last media event before this fall’s iPhone 17 debut.
As a result, there’s a decent chance the company will have hardware surprises to share.Do you think Apple will have any new hardware at WWDC? Let us know in the comments.Best iPhone accessories AirPods Pro 2 (now only $169, down from $249) MagSafe Car Mount for iPhone HomeKit smart plug 4-pack 10-year AirTag battery case 2-pack 100W USB-C power adapter for fast charging You’re reading 9to5Mac — experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day.
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