Apple is reportedly preparing to launch its first new Mac mini in two years

According to informed sources, Apple is preparing to launch the first update to the Mac mini desktop computer in nearly two years.

The new desktop model could debut as early as the next few days, with a release date potentially ahead of the new iPhone launch event in September. As the plans have not been made public, these sources requested anonymity. Apple has tested versions equipped with the M5 and M6 processors.

This upgrade is due to a surge in demand for the current Mac mini, which has become a popular tool for running artificial intelligence applications locally. Meanwhile, a shortage of memory chips has made it difficult for Apple to ensure inventory for this product.

Apple plans to launch the new Mac mini, which was last updated in 2024.

This upgraded model is one of a series of new products set to be released in the second half of this year. Later this week, Apple will send out invitations for the iPhone launch event. This event is expected to take place on September 9, when the company will unveil its first foldable smartphone and the iPhone 18 Pro series.

The company is also preparing to launch a new series of Apple Watches, which will feature some subtle changes, including upgraded fitness tracking capabilities and a ceramic case option for the Series 12 model. Additionally, the company plans to introduce new AirPods as early as the product launch event in September.

Informed sources revealed that the new product launch will include the new AirPods 5, which is an upgrade to Apple's entry-level headphones. This model was last updated in 2024. The version of AirPods equipped with a camera is expected to be released next year.

This year, Apple will also launch its first smart home device with a screen. This product will use facial recognition technology to identify users and display personalized content. Furthermore, the company is preparing to launch a new Apple TV set-top box and HomePod mini smart speaker.

Other new products being launched this year include a brand new iPad mini with an OLED screen. This technology (organic light-emitting diode) can provide clearer images than previous tablets, bringing it closer to the level of high-end iPads. The new iPad mini is expected to hit the market by the end of October.

In addition, other models of Mac computers are set to be released, but it may take some time before they are available. These include an iMac with a new color scheme and an upgraded entry-level MacBook Pro. Both will be equipped with the next-generation M6 chip.

Among the upcoming Mac products, the most eye-catching is Apple's first touchscreen computer. The company will incorporate this feature into the new MacBook Pro models, available in both 14-inch and 16-inch sizes, while also featuring a redesigned chassis and OLED screen The Mac mini is likely the last new product launched during the tenure of this CEO. Tim Cook, who is handing over leadership to John Ternus on September 1, will oversee the launch of the foldable iPhone and other major new products the company is developing.

Looking ahead to 2027, Apple plans to update the entry-level iPad and iPad Air; launch new MacBook Air and MacBook Neo models; introduce a second-generation touch MacBook featuring the upcoming M7 series chips; release a second-generation foldable iPhone; and unveil an iPhone with curved glass to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the device's inception.

In recent months, the Mac mini has been a significant pain point in Apple's supply chain, with delivery to customers often taking weeks or even months. Cook stated that this issue will take some time to resolve, and it is currently unclear how the new model will affect wait times.

This computer is also a key initiative for Apple to shift more manufacturing to the United States. Earlier this year, Apple committed to starting production of the Mac mini in Houston later in 2026. This month, Cook visited the factory with officials from the Trump administration, which has made domestic manufacturing a key part of its agenda