Code Leak Lifts the Lid on Apple's Massive 2025 Hardware Lineup—What's Hiding in the Strings?

In an unexpected twist, Apple's software code has spilt the beans on its secret 2025–2026 hardware roadmap, revealing a sweeping line‑up—including new iPads, Apple Watches, Vision Pro updates, HomePod mini, Apple TV, Studio Display 2 and more—that suggests simultaneous across‑the‑board updates unlike any seen before.

This unprecedented code leak offers a rare glimpse into the devices the tech giant plans to roll out this year—and the small identifiers within the code are concealing some significant secrets about what's to come next.

Apple's Accidental Sneak Peek

According to a report, a significant leak of internal identifiers found within publicly available Apple software has exposed a range of unannounced products, potentially marking the company's most crucial internal leak in years.

According to a Fortune report, the leak suggests a comprehensive refresh across nearly all of Apple's key product lines, including a new Vision Pro, an updated Apple TV, a second-generation Studio Display, and devices such as the iPad and Apple Watch. According to the report, the leaked information was found in identifiers and documentation from Apple's software code.

The Reliability of the Leak

As reported by Fortune, Apple's software typically retains device strings, codenames, and chip references that emerge before the release of new hardware, which often confirms product families and classes. These identifiers reliably outline the company's product pipeline for late 2025 to 2026.

While nothing is set in stone yet, given that Apple has neither denied nor confirmed these speculations yet, the report notes that these code leaks provide an uncommon glimpse into what the company is likely preparing to release.

1. New HomePod mini (Codename: B525)

According to Fortune, the device is expected to come with Apple's T8310 architecture, which is the same one used in the current Apple Watch, as well as Wi-Fi 6E support and the possibility of new colours.

The report notes this is a significant upgrade from the current S5 chip, adding Neural Engine support for more intelligent audio and on-device processing.

Fortune reports that the price will stay near the current starting point of $99 (£72.99).

2. New Apple TV

According to a Fortune report, the device will draw its juices from a robust A17 Pro chip, a step up from the A15, which will enable console-quality gaming and Apple Intelligence features.

The report also mentions that an in-house Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip is currently undergoing testing.

Fortune reports that the price is anticipated to remain in the $129 (£95.11) to $149 (£109.85) price range.

3. Apple Studio Display 2

The display is referenced by the codenames J427 and J527, and it is being tested with mini-LED backlighting.

Fortune reports that the release may coincide with the launch of M5 Macs in early 2026.

The Fortune report suggests that the display may support improved brightness, contrast, and HDR, but whether it will include features like ProMotion remains unknown.

4. New iPad mini

The upcoming A19 Pro chip, according to the report, is linked to the leaked models J510 and J511. The purported chip is expected to be in the iPhone 17 Pro.

The report notes that an OLED version of the device is still in development, with a potential release scheduled for sometime after 2026.

The A19 Pro is expected to improve GPU performance, but the report suggests that the price is likely to remain relatively stable.

5. Next Entry-Level iPad

The next entry-level iPad, codenamed J581 and J582, will be powered by an A18 chip that includes a 16-core Neural Engine.

The report notes that this device is intended to make Apple's Intelligence features available to more budget-conscious customers.

The device is unlikely to undergo a cosmetic overhaul, according to the report, but it will offer a performance boost over the current A16 model.

Fortune reports that if the A18 chip is the only major change, the price for the current entry-level model, which starts at $349 (£257.31), will likely remain unchanged.

6. Vision Pro 2

The second-generation Vision Pro has been confirmed to feature Apple's upcoming M5 chip, which is a significant upgrade from the M2 chip used in the current version.

Fortune anticipates comfort-centric improvements, such as a redesigned strap, will also be included.

According to the report, when it is released in late 2025, the device is expected to retain its original starting price of $3,499 (£ 2,579.73).

7. New Apple Watch Lineup: Series 11, Ultra 3, SE 3

All three models will be powered by the S11 chip, which is built on the same T8310 platform used for the S9 and S10 chips.

The report states that there will be no significant performance redesign, but rather a modest increase in efficiency and storage capacity, with a capacity of 64GB.

According to Fortune, the prices are likely to remain the same: $399 for the Series 11, $799 (£589.08) for the Ultra, and $249 (£183.58) for the SE.

Rumour Meets Reality—With Caution Advised

While most devices are anticipated to debut between late 2025 and early 2026, some items, such as the refreshed Apple TV, may be launched before the end of 2025.

Although Apple has confirmed none of these leaks, their consistency with prior leaks and Apple's internal naming patterns lends them strong credibility. Analysts note Apple has a history of embedding device identifiers in code—AirTags and AirPods were previously foreshadowed this way. Still, until Apple makes official announcements, uncertainty remains.