Apple is still working on a cheaper, lighter successor to its Vision Pro headset, but it is unlikely to launch before late 2028 or 2029, according to Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman. Writing in his latest Power On newsletter , Gurman says that Apple needs to come up with a slimmer design for the $3,499 headset and bring down the cost before it can return to the category, which is essentially "on ice" until then. Gurman made a point of distinguishing the Vision Pro successor from the long-rumored "Vision Air," which was cancelled last year . In the meantime, Apple's smart glasses project is now the focus, and former Vision Products Group members have been reassigned to that team. Apple is now aiming to release its first smart glasses in " late 2027 ," according to Gurman. Apple refreshed the Vision Pro in October 2025 with an updated model featuring an M5 chip. Related Roundup: Apple Vision Pro Tag: Mark Gurman Buyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Neutral) Related Forum: Apple Vision Pro This article, " Cheaper, Lighter Apple Vision Pro Successor Could Arrive in Late 2028 " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
While we are still a week away from Apple unveiling iOS 27, Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman has just shared the first rumor regarding iOS 28. In his Power On newsletter today , he said that iOS 28 will be "far more significant" than iOS 27, but he did not provide any specific details. "Next year's '28' releases are already shaping up to be far more significant than the '27' updates," wrote Gurman, without elaborating. iOS 28 is codenamed "Bell," while macOS 28 is "Poppy," he said. iOS 28 would be the first version available on Apple's redesigned 20th-anniversary iPhone , which is expected to be released in September next year. iOS 27 will seemingly be focused on a revamped Siri and additional Apple Intelligence features. The update will include the long-awaited personalized version of Siri , complete with on-screen awareness and better understanding of your personal context. For example, at WWDC 2024, Apple showed a user asking Siri about their mother's flight and lunch reservation based on info retrieved from the Mail and Messages apps. A dedicated Siri app will allow you to have back-and-forth conversations with Siri in text or voice modes, similar to other chatbot apps like ChatGPT. In addition, iOS 27 is expected to add a "Search or Ask" feature to the Dynamic Island. It remains to be seen exactly how iOS 28 will be more significant. The update will be unveiled at WWDC 2027 next June, so there is a long time to go. Related Roundup: iOS 27 Tags: Bloomberg , iOS 28 , Mark Gurman This article, " iOS 28 Will Reportedly Be 'Far More Significant' Than iOS 27 " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple is already developing its 2027 updates for iOS 28, iPadOS 28, macOS 28, and its other operating systems. This is entirely unsurprising. The launch of iOS 26 at WWDC 25 - Image Credit: Apple As a major operating system producer and hardware manufacturer, it has to work long in advance to perfect its releases. While it has a lengthy schedule for products like the iPhone and Mac lineups, it can take just as long to get software out the door. In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg , Mark Gurman writes that Apple has already kicked off development for the 2027 operating system updates. Indeed, he is told that software engineering teams are at the stage where they develop individual features, apps, and enhancements. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
New models of the Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini are "nearly ready to go," according to the latest word from Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman . Both devices have been ready "for months," but Apple is holding off on launching them until the more personalized version of Siri is available, he said. "I am told the hardware for the next Apple TV set-top box and HomePod mini has been done for months and that both devices are already in active use among employees at the company's headquarters in Cupertino, California," wrote Gurman. If you have been closely following Apple TV and HomePod mini rumors, this is a familiar narrative . The revamped Siri is finally expected to launch as part of iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, which will be unveiled during the WWDC 2026 keynote on Monday, June 8. Following beta testing, the software updates should be widely released in September, so the new Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini models should be available to purchase by then. In other words, the devices are hopefully around 3-4 months away at the latest. The current Apple TV 4K was unveiled in October 2022, while the HomePod mini was introduced in October 2020, so there has been a long wait for new models. Nevertheless, Gurman said "don't expect much" in terms of new features for both devices, aside from newer chips that support the more personalized version of Siri. The current Apple TV 4K has an A15 Bionic chip from the iPhone 13 series, while the HomePod mini uses the S5 chip from the Apple Watch Series 5. Earlier rumors claimed the next Apple TV would be equipped with the A17 Pro chip , which is the oldest chip that supports Apple Intelligence. The device is also expected to feature Apple's N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread. Gurman expects the next Apple TV to have a similar design as the current model. There is one new twist, as he was told that the Apple TV's Siri Remote may be "refreshed in some form," but he did not provide any specific details or guarantee that there will be any outward-facing design changes to the accessory. As for the HomePod mini, it is expected to use an Apple Watch's S9 chip or newer, but it is unclear if or how that chip would fully support the new Siri powered by Apple Intelligence. Other previously-rumored features for the speaker include the N1 chip, improved sound quality, a newer Ultra Wideband chip, and a red color option . Apple is also expected to update the full-sized HomePod and release an all-new smart home hub this year, with those devices held up by Siri too. Related Roundups: Apple TV , HomePod mini Tags: Bloomberg , Mark Gurman , Siri , Siri Remote Buyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy) , HomePod Mini (Don't Buy) Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater , HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto Technology This article, " New Apple TV and HomePod Mini Are 'Nearly Ready' to Launch, New Siri Remote Also Rumored " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
