Get ready, Apple enthusiasts! Rumor has it that Apple is poised to unveil a trio of new 'Pro' devices this week, all powered by the highly anticipated M5 chip. This includes an updated iPad Pro, a refreshed Vision Pro, and a new 14-inch MacBook Pro. Let's dive into the details of what we can expect.
First up: The M5 iPad Pro. Leaked unboxing videos suggest that the new iPad Pro will maintain a familiar design, but pack a serious punch under the hood. Rumors point to a minimum of 12GB of RAM and the powerful M5 chip. One of the interesting upgrades could be the inclusion of two front-facing cameras, one on each orientation, promising an improved video-calling experience in both portrait and landscape modes. Early Geekbench 6 results hint at impressive performance gains, potentially offering up to 12% faster multi-core CPU performance and up to 36% faster GPU performance compared to the M4-powered iPad Pro.
Next, we have the new Vision Pro. Despite the original Vision Pro's hefty price tag, Apple seems committed to its spatial computing venture. The new Vision Pro is rumored to feature a more comfortable 'Dual Knit Band' head strap and a sleek new Space Black color option. Inside, the M5 Vision Pro is expected to include an R2 chip for enhanced input processing. While there's speculation about it being built on TSMC's latest 2nm process, some reports suggest that Apple's first chips using that process won't be ready until later next year. The new Vision Pro could maintain the same weight as its predecessor and stick with Wi-Fi 6, rather than the newer Wi-Fi 6E or Wi-Fi 7 standards.
Finally, the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 processor. According to Mark Gurman, a new 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 chip is ready for launch. It is expected to bring performance improvements, but not significant design changes.
But here's where it gets controversial... These updates appear to be incremental. The more significant changes are expected in the higher-end MacBook Pro models with M6 processors, which are still two generations away.
And this is the part most people miss... The M5 product release cycle is reportedly just the beginning. Upgrades to the entry-level iPad, iPad Air, Studio Display, iPhone 17e, and M5 MacBook Air are expected in early 2026.
What are your thoughts on these upcoming Apple releases? Are you excited about the incremental upgrades, or are you waiting for more significant changes? Share your opinions in the comments below!
