Apple Event 2025: Five Major Products Not Expected at iPhone 17 Launch Next Week
Apple Event 2025: Five Major Products Not Expected at iPhone 17 Launch Next Week
The highly anticipated Apple Event 2025 is just days away, with September 9 marked for the official unveiling of the iPhone 17. While fans eagerly await new mobile devices, including the iPhone 17, Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and AirPods Pro 3, industry observers suggest several other rumored products will not make an appearance next week. Here’s a look at what Apple is likely holding back for later in 2025 or even 2026.
No New iPhone ‘e’ Model Expected
Despite the success of the iPhone ‘e’ series, like the iPhone 16e launched earlier this year, Apple is not expected to launch an iPhone 17e alongside its flagship. Historically, Apple reserves these more affordable models for spring releases, a pattern dating back to the original iPhone SE. An iPhone 17e is anticipated, but likely in early 2026.
Mac Products on Hold
Those hoping for new Macs, including an M4 Mac Pro or devices with the upcoming M5 chip, will have to wait. Apple typically dedicates separate events in October or May for its Mac lineup. Rumors even suggest a delay for the M5 MacBook Pro and other Mac products until 2026, making a September 9 reveal highly improbable.
iPad Announcements Deferred
Similarly, new iPads are not on the agenda for next week’s event. Apple has a track record of announcing iPads in spring, often alongside Mac products. Reports indicate a “flurry of new products,” including a low-end iPad and M4-powered iPads, are slated for the first half of 2026, ruling out any immediate unveilings.
AirPods Max Update Far Off
While AirPods Pro 3 are expected, a refresh for the five-year-old AirPods Max headphones is not. Despite a minor refresh last year, a significant second-generation model with new features like heart rate monitoring and a lighter design is reportedly not due until 2027, according to MacRumors.
HomePod and Vision Pro Updates Unlikely
New HomePod products, such as the HomePod mini 2 or a smart home hub, are unlikely to debut. While Apple plans to release some HomePod and Apple TV devices by late 2025, they are more likely to feature at a separate event. The HomePod smart home hub, in particular, might be delayed until 2026 to coincide with Apple Intelligence advancements.
Furthermore, a refreshed Apple Vision Pro with an M5 chip and improved comfort, though rumored for late 2025, is improbable for the September 9 event. Given its M5 chip integration, it’s more logical for it to launch alongside other M5-powered devices later in the year, separate from the iPhone-centric presentation.
The September event is traditionally focused on mobile products like the iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. While a new AirTag 2 might make an appearance, other major product categories are almost certainly reserved for future announcements.
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