November is often marked by some good new OS updates that add polish and some minor options to the large launch of the 12 months, together with new exhibits and video games on Apple’s providers.
Often, we’ll get some {hardware} launch in November as nicely. This 12 months is shaping as much as observe the anticipated sample—right here’s what we expect is coming this month from Apple.
Up to date AirTag, HomePod mini, and Apple TV
There are nonetheless three new items of {hardware} which have been rumored for a late 2025 launch. It’s getting late within the 12 months, however Apple has launched new merchandise as late as December 20, so it’s nonetheless attainable that all or any of those arrive this month:
Up to date AirTag: Doubtlessly referred to as AirTag 2, the principle variations are a brand new U2 chip that permits for an extended monitoring vary and improved battery life, and a speaker that’s more durable to disable.
Up to date HomePod mini: Additionally perhaps referred to as HomePod mini 2, this could improve the S5 processor to one thing extra trendy that may higher assist future Apple Intelligence options. It also needs to have Apple’s N1 networking chip, the upgraded U2 chip, and higher sound high quality.
Apple TV 4K (4th gen): The A15 ought to be up to date to an A17 Professional, with the purpose of supporting future Apple Intelligence options. This product also needs to get Apple’s N1 wi-fi chip. Apparently, there have been some rumors to recommend Apple may put a digital camera on the Apple TV 4K, both for FaceTime or probably AI options like recognizing who’s watching.
Apps and software program updates
This 12 months, the x.1 updates landed a little bit later than common. We solely simply bought launch candidates of iOS 26.1, macOS 26.1, and all the opposite 26.1 updates within the final week of October, which suggests the huge launch will come proper in the beginning of November, doubtless Monday.
This polishes up the interface a little bit and provides a number of quality-of-life enhancements like an Alarm that’s more durable to by chance flip off, swiping to alter tracks in Apple Music, the power to tint the Liquid Glass impact, and extra. iPadOS 26.1 provides Slide Over again, as nicely.
Proper across the begin of November we should always get the primary beta releases of the 26.2 updates. We don’t count on any main new options, however once more one thing of the identical scope because the 26.1 updates: polish and a few quality-of-life enhancements. They might arrive in December or early within the new 12 months.
Companies
Apple TV+
Listed here are the exhibits, collection, and films we count on to launch on Apple TV+ in TK. If you wish to know what’s coming later, verify our full information to imminent Apple TV+ content material.
Early November sees the debut of Pluribus, the following huge collection from Breaking Unhealthy and Higher Name Saul creator Vince Gilligan. It might be probably the most important launch from Apple for the month.
Pluribus: Probably the most depressing particular person on Earth should save the world from happiness in “Breaking Unhealthy” creator Vince Gilligan’s new present. November 7
Palm Royale (season 2): Season 2 of the comedy-drama about Maxine Simmons, a lady attempting to con her means into the excessive society of Palm Seashore. November 12
Come See Me within the Good Mild: A humorous love story about poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley going through an incurable most cancers analysis with pleasure, wit and an unshakable partnership. November 14
The Household Plan 2: Sure, they made a sequel to the critically panned Mark Wahlberg “murderer turned household man” motion comedy from 2023. November 21
Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age: The third installment of this fascinating nature collection explores what prehistoric life was like for animals within the final ice age. November 26
WondLa (season 3): The ultimate season of this animated household collection focuses on a battle between people and aliens. November 26
Apple Arcade
Apple releases most Apple Arcade video games on the primary Friday of every month. Verify our Apple Arcade FAQ for a full record of Apple Arcade video games and extra particulars on the service. Often, video games are launched with no forewarning, however you’ll normally see subsequent month’s releases listed within the Coming Quickly part.
Toca Boca Jr. Classics: A set of 9 video games made for ages 4-10. November 6
MySims Kingdom: A retro re-release of this exploration and crafting sport for youths. November 6
MySims: A retro re-release of this life sim that has robust Animal Crossing vibes. November 6
