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This page provides a product summary for each Apple model. The intent is to provide our best recommendations regarding current product cycles, and to provide a summary of currently available rumors for each model. This page is based on rumors and speculation and we provide no guarantee to its accuracy.

Check out our product buying guides and latest deals in the lists below, and keep scrolling down the page for detailed information on all of Apple's major products.

-2025 iPhone Buyer's Guide
-2025 iPad Buyer's Guide
-2025 Apple Watch Buyer's Guide

-Best AirPods Deals
-Best HomePod Deals
-Best Apple TV 4K Deals
-Best MacBook Pro and MacBook Air Deals
-Best iMac Deals
-Best iPad Deals
-Best iPhone Deals

iPad Pro

iPad Pro

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Just Updated

The iPad Pro was updated in October 2025 with an M5 chip, Apple's custom N1 networking chip, and Apple's C1X modem chip for cellular models. Prices start at $999 for the 11-inch model and $1,299 for the 13-inch model.


iPad Pro Roundup

Best iPad Deals

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509

Recent releases

iPhone 17

iPhone 17

Neutral
Mid-product Cycle

  • The iPhone 17 is Apple's most affordable flagship iPhone, featuring a 6.3-inch display, A19 chip, ProMotion, an upgraded front camera, and more.


iPhone 17 Roundup

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365

Recent releases

iPhone 17 Pro

iPhone 17 Pro

Neutral
Mid-product Cycle

  • The iPhone 17 Pro models feature a new thermal design, an updated camera plateau, new camera technology, and an A19 Pro chip.


iPhone 17 Pro Roundup

Days since last release

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365

Recent releases

iPhone Air

iPhone Air

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Just Updated

  • Introduced on September 9, the iPhone Air features a super-thin chassis, a 6.5-inch display, an Apple-designed modem, and more.


iPhone Air Roundup

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iPad

iPad

Don't Buy
Updates Soon

The "iPad" is Apple's mainstream iPad, updated as an 11th-generation model in March 2025 with an A16 chip and starting at 128GB of storage, double the previous model. Prices start at $349.


iPad Roundup

Best iPad Deals

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484

Recent releases

iPad Air

iPad Air

Caution
Approaching End of Cycle

Apple updated the iPad Air in March 2025 with the M3 chip, but no other improvements. Prices start at $599 for the 11-inch and $799 for the 13-inch.


iPad Air Roundup

Best iPad Deals

Days since last release

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632

Recent releases

iPhone 16e

iPhone 16e

Don't Buy
Updates Soon

  • The iPhone 16e is Apple's entry-level $599 iPhone with A18 chip, Face ID, USB-C, single-lens rear camera, and more.


iPhone 16e Roundup

Days since last release

Average

 
814

Recent releases

1078
1123
iPad Mini

iPad Mini

Caution
Approaching End of Cycle

  • Seventh-generation iPad mini debuted in October 2024 with A17 Pro chip for Apple Intelligence, Apple Pencil Pro support, faster Wi-Fi and USB, and more.


iPad Mini Roundup

Best iPad Deals

Days since last release

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665

Recent releases

MacBook Pro

MacBook Pro

Caution
Only M5 Model Updated

New 14" base model with M5 chip was introduced in October 2025, while higher-end models in both 14" and 16" sizes remain equipped with M4 Pro and M4 Max chip options from October 2024. The new 14" M5 model is priced starting at $1,599, while higher-end M4 Pro and M4 Max models are available starting at $1,999 for 14" and $2,499 for 16".


MacBook Pro Roundup

Days since last release

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390

Recent releases

13

13" MacBook Air

Don't Buy
Updates Soon

New M4 models with up to 18 hours of battery life, a 12MP Center Stage camera, and more available for pre-order now. Available in four colors including a new sky blue, and starts at a lower price of $999.


13" MacBook Air Roundup

Best MacBook Pro and MacBook Air Deals

Days since last release

Average

 
386

Recent releases

Mac Studio

Mac Studio

Neutral
Mid-product Cycle

The Mac Studio is a pro-oriented desktop Mac that's a hybrid between a Mac mini and a Mac Pro. M4 Max model starts at $1,999 and M3 Ultra model starts at $3,999.


Mac Studio Roundup

Days since last release

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547

Recent releases

15

15" MacBook Air

Don't Buy
Updates Soon

New M4 models with up to 18 hours of battery life, a 12MP Center Stage camera, and more available for pre-order now. Available in four colors including a new sky blue, and starts at a lower price of $1,199.


15" MacBook Air Roundup

Best MacBook Pro and MacBook Air Deals

Days since last release

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320

Recent releases

Mac Mini

Mac Mini

Neutral
Mid-product Cycle

Apple announced a redesigned Mac mini with M4 and M4 Pro chip options on October 29, 2024. The M4 model starts at $599, while the M4 Pro model starts at $1,399.


Mac Mini Roundup

Days since last release

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732

Recent releases

iMac

iMac

Don't Buy
Updates Soon

Apple's 24-inch iMac with the M4 chip was announced on October 28, 2024. A model with an 8-core CPU and 8-core graphics starts at $1,299, with 10-core CPU and 10-core graphics available in higher-end models. Available in blue, purple, pink, orange, yellow, green, and silver.


iMac Roundup

Best iMac Deals

Days since last release

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551

Recent releases

Mac Pro

Mac Pro

Caution
Approaching End of Cycle

The Mac Pro is Apple highest-end Mac for professionals and in June 2023 it became the final Mac to transition from Intel processors to Apple silicon. It is based on a the M2 Ultra chip and starts at $6,999, so this machine is only for the most serious professional users.


Mac Pro Roundup

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938

Recent releases

1273
2182
AirPods Pro

AirPods Pro

Buy Now
Just Updated

At its September 2025 media event, Apple released AirPods Pro 3, delivering a new in-ear fit, improved audio quality, twice the active noise cancellation of the previous model, and longer battery life. Pre-order now ahead of a September 19 launch.


AirPods Pro Roundup

Best AirPods Deals

Days since last release

Average

 
714

Recent releases

1047
AirPods

AirPods

Neutral
Mid-product Cycle

  • AirPods 4 are Apple's newest AirPods with improved sound and comfort. Two models available, including one with active noise cancellation and a wireless charging case.


AirPods Roundup

Best AirPods Deals

Days since last release

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942

Recent releases

1057
AirPods Max

AirPods Max

Neutral
Mid-product Cycle

  • The AirPods Max are Apple-branded high-end over-ear headphones with active noise cancellation, spatial audio, and adaptive EQ, priced at $549. Updated in September 2024 with new colors and USB-C instead of Lightning, but no other changes.


AirPods Max Roundup

Best AirPods Deals

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1371

Recent releases

1371
HomePod

HomePod

Neutral
Mid-product Cycle

Nearly two years after discontinuing the original HomePod, Apple in January 2023 introduced an updated model powered by an S7 chip and featuring a four-inch woofer, five tweeters, four microphones, a U1 chip for Ultra Wideband features like handing off music from an iPhone, and support for Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos.


HomePod Roundup

Best HomePod Deals

Days since last release

1126

Average

 
1818

Recent releases

1818
HomePod Mini

HomePod Mini

Don't Buy
Updates Soon

  • HomePod mini is a smaller, more affordable version of the original HomePod that has similar features but in a cheaper package. New blue, orange, and yellow color options were released in November 2021, while space gray was replaced with a similar midnight color in July 2024.


HomePod Mini Roundup

Days since last release

1953

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Vision Pro

Vision Pro

Buy Now
Just Updated

Apple Vision Pro is Apple's first wearable headset device, offering a mixed-reality "spatial computing" experience. Updated in October 2025 with a faster M5 chip and a new Dual Knit Band. It's priced starting at $3,499.


Vision Pro Roundup

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635

Recent releases

Apple Watch

Apple Watch

Neutral
Mid-product Cycle

Apple introduced the Apple Watch Series 11 in September 2025 with a more scratch-resistant display, longer battery life, and new health-monitoring capabilities like hypertension detection. Pricing starts at $399 for GPS models and $429 for GPS+Cellular models.


Apple Watch Roundup

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365

Recent releases

Apple Watch SE

Apple Watch SE

Buy Now
Just Updated

Apple updated the Apple Watch SE in September 2025 with an S10 chip, an always-on display, fast charging, new health monitoring tools, and more. Pricing starts at $249 for GPS models and $299 for GPS+Cellular models.


Apple Watch SE Roundup

Days since last release

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910

Recent releases

1098
Apple Watch Ultra

Apple Watch Ultra

Buy Now
Just Updated

Apple's most rugged Apple Watch with better GPS, a 49mm titanium casing, a more durable display, extra long battery life, a built-in Action button, and more. Updated in September 2025 with a larger display, longer battery life, satellite connectivity, and more.


Apple Watch Ultra Roundup

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549

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Apple TV

Apple TV

Don't Buy
Updates Soon

The third-generation Apple TV 4K was introduced in October 2022 and is equipped with an A15 Bionic chip for improved performance and HDR10+ support for the best possible video quality, while the Siri Remote now charges via USB-C. A 64GB model is priced at $129, while a 128GB model at $149 adds Ethernet and Thread smart home networking.


Apple TV Roundup

Best Apple TV 4K Deals

Days since last release

1218

Average

 
738

Recent releases

1323
1097