Apple Event 2025: Products You Won’t See at the September Launch

Apple fans are eagerly awaiting the Apple Event 2025 on September 9, where the spotlight will be on the iPhone 17. Alongside it, we’re expecting the launch of the Apple Watch Series 11, the Apple Watch Ultra 3, the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air, and possibly the AirPods Pro 3. While these headline products are almost certain to appear, there are several devices that Apple fans won’t be seeing just yet.

📱 The Next iPhone “e” Model

The budget-friendly iPhone e-series won’t make an appearance at this event. Apple has a long history of saving affordable iPhone releases for spring. For example, the iPhone SE launched in March 2016, April 2020, and March 2022. The iPhone 16e debuted in February 2025, so the iPhone 17e is more likely to arrive in early 2026.

💻 New Mac Products

Rumors about M4-powered Mac Pro models and the upcoming M5 MacBooks have been circulating, but these are not expected at the September event. Apple usually reserves Mac launches for October or spring. Reports suggest the MacBook Pro with the M5 chip may not arrive until 2026, meaning Mac fans will have to wait a little longer.

📲 New iPads

Apple is also holding back on iPad updates until next year. The company typically announces iPads alongside Macs rather than at iPhone events. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the next wave of iPads with M4 chips and a refreshed entry-level model will likely appear in early 2026.

🎧 AirPods Max (Next Generation)

While the AirPods Pro 3 may debut this September, the next generation of AirPods Max is still years away. The original version, released five years ago, only saw a minor refresh in 2024 with USB-C support and new colors. The full upgrade—with rumored features like heart rate monitoring and lighter design—is expected no earlier than 2027.

🏠 HomePod Devices

Apple is working on a HomePod Mini 2 and a larger HomePod smart hub. However, these products are unlikely to be part of the September event. Reports indicate the HomePod smart hub may be pushed back until 2026 as Apple prepares deeper integration with Apple Intelligence. A new Apple TV 4K and the HomePod Mini 2 could still arrive later in 2025, possibly at a smaller event.

👓 Apple Vision Pro (Next Gen)

The highly anticipated Apple Vision Pro refresh is also missing from the September lineup. This updated model is expected to include the M5 chip, improved comfort, and will roll out alongside VisionOS 26 later in 2025. Another rumored device, the Vision Air, is not expected before 2027.

🚀 Final Thoughts

The Apple Event 2025 will stay focused on mobile products like the iPhone 17, Apple Watch, and AirPods. While fans may be disappointed not to see new Macs, iPads, HomePods, or Vision Pro updates, these devices are on Apple’s roadmap for late 2025 and beyond. For now, all eyes are on the iPhone 17 series as Apple prepares to set the tone for its next generation of mobile technology.