October is beginning to change into one of the outstanding months within the yearly Apple calendar. Within the final decade, Apple has had main media occasions in six Octobers, and we count on this yr would be the seventh as Apple gears as much as announce new Macs.

However it’s not nearly new {hardware}. For years, Apple’s large working system releases have are available in September however with a number of lacking options that roll out in later updates, and October is once we count on the primary one. This yr that’s particularly related, as iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 will ship the primary Apple Intelligence options. Right here’s the whole lot we count on in a busy month from Apple.

New {hardware} releases

Although Apple hasn’t introduced it but, we count on an occasion in October to announce new M4-based Macs. It’s all the time potential that these Macs will probably be launched on to the online with no particular occasion, although rumors recommend there are greater than sufficient new merchandise for a keynote:

A brand new Mac mini: The Mac mini is due for its first actual design change for the reason that introduction of the unibody aluminum Mac mini in 2010. It’s anticipated to be lots smaller, although maybe a bit of taller. Consider it extra like a giant Apple TV than its present body that measures almost 8 by 8 inches. The brand new Mac mini must be accessible with M4 and M4 Professional processors, front-facing USB-C ports, and probably no extra USB-A ports.

M4 Macbook Professionals: We’re anticipating updates to the MacBook Professional to characteristic the M4, M4 Professional, and M4 Max. It’s principally a processor improve from the M3 MacBook Professional line of in the present day, however the entry-level mannequin may get a RAM enhance.

Mac Studio with M4 Max and M4 Extremely: The Mac Studio remains to be languishing again on the M2 era, so it’s in determined want of an replace. We haven’t heard to count on one, powerful…the most recent rumor for says it gained’t be coming till 2025.

Mac Professional: That is one other Mac that by no means even bought an M3 model, however just like the Mac Studio we don’t suppose Apple will replace it till 2025 when an M4 Extremely is accessible.

Up to date iPads: Apple updates a few of its iPads on an virtually yearly foundation, and we expect they’ll introduce the Eleventh-gen iPad and Seventh-gen iPad mini, each with the A17 Professional processor or probably an A18. It might be a misstep for Apple to make use of an earlier processor that doesn’t assist Apple Intelligence, so we count on 8GB of RAM on board too.

Apps and software program updates

Apple is selling the most recent iPhones with Apple Intelligence as a significant promoting level, however Apple Intelligence isn’t but accessible. The primary replace so as to add some AI options will are available in October, and Apple is more likely to start testing the iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS 15.2 updates that add much more options earlier than they’re launched later this yr.

iOS and iPadOS 18.1: Together with a number of different tweaks, this replace brings the first Apple Intelligence options, together with Writing Instruments, notification and e-mail summaries, and Siri enhancements that embrace extra resilient prompts and a brand new edge-glow interface. We might even see the introduction of the brand new AirPods Professional listening to options with iOS 18.1, too.

macOS Sequoia 15.1: That first tranche of Apple Intelligence options involves macOS on the identical time, however so does one other good improve—drag-and-drop assist when utilizing iPhone Mirroring.

Companies

Apple TV+

Listed here are the reveals, collection, and films we count on to launch on Apple TV+ in TK. If you wish to know what’s coming later, examine our full information to approaching Apple TV+ content material.

The place’s Wanda?: Apple’s first German-language collection “The place’s Wanda?” is a darkish comedy that tells the story of Dedo and Carlotta Klatt, who’re determined to find their lacking 17-year-old daughter Wanda, who disappeared months in the past with no hint. When the police fail to seek out her, the household takes issues into their very own fingers, acquiring surveillance units with the assistance of their tech-savvy son Ole. October 10

Disclaimer: Based mostly on the novel of the identical title by Renee Knight. Catherine Ravenscroft is a tv documentary journalist whose work has been constructed on revealing the hid transgressions of long-respected establishments. A novel written by a widower has her as a key character in a narrative that she had hoped was lengthy buried prior to now. A narrative that reveals her darkest secret. A secret she thought was hers alone. October 11

The Final of the Sea Lady: A documentary movie concerning the haenyeo divers of South Korea’s Jeju Island, who’re famend for hundreds of years of diving to the ocean ground — with out oxygen — to reap seafood for his or her livelihood. October 11

Shrinking (season 2): Top-of-the-line reveals on Apple TV+, Shrinking follows a grieving therapist who begins to interrupt the foundations and inform his shoppers precisely what he thinks. Ignoring his coaching and ethics, he finds himself making big, tumultuous modifications to individuals’s lives … together with his personal. October 16

Earlier than: A ten-episode, character-driven psychological thriller. Stars Billy Crystal as Eli, a baby psychiatrist who, after just lately dropping his spouse, encounters a troubled younger boy, Noah. Noah appears to have a haunting connection to Eli’s previous. As Eli makes an attempt to assist Noah, their mysterious bond deepens. October 25

Apple Arcade

Apple releases most Apple Arcade video games on the primary Friday of every month. Test our Apple Arcade FAQ for a full checklist 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. Present there are 4 video games scheduled for launch on October 3.

NBA 2K25 Arcade Version: The newest on this yearly NBA basketball collection provides out of doors streetball courts, NBA Legends, and extra.

Meals Truck Pup+: Handle a cute, doggy-owned crepe meals truck.

Smash Hit+: Use metal balls to smash your method via a futuristic dimension of glass and boundaries in sync with the music.

Furistas Cat Cafe+: Run a cat cafe and undertake new cute cats, match them with prospects, and increase your corporation.