Every Apple Secret That Leaked Last Week

Apple made a major slip last Wednesday when it accidentally included hardware identifiers in software code linking to numerous unannounced products.

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The leaked information provided MacRumors with concrete evidence of Apple's hardware development across multiple product categories. Here's everything that was confirmed through the code discoveries:

Meanwhile, Bloomberg separately reported Wednesday on Apple's smart home ambitions. The company is developing a Ring-like security camera, while its iPad-style smart home hub isn't coming until mid-2026. A tabletop robot companion with a movable display is also planned for 2027, featuring an enhanced Siri powered by large language models. Lastly, on Saturday, Bloomberg reported Apple is working on an all-new operating system that is likely the company's long-rumored "homeOS" platform.

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Top Rated Comments

Kylo83 Avatar
27 weeks ago
It’s all just slight chip upgrades nothing to exciting
Score: 18 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Neil Harrison Avatar
27 weeks ago
Sept to Dec will be expensive
Score: 17 Votes (Like | Disagree)
orbital~debris Avatar
27 weeks ago
Should just call yesterday Apple Event Day, and say they did a lowkey keynote.
Score: 9 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Mrkevinfinnerty Avatar
27 weeks ago
I will laugh if they put out an Apple TV with a Pro chip and the same or higher price. Nobody needs better performance on that thing and no it's not going to compete with consoles.
Score: 8 Votes (Like | Disagree)
orbital~debris Avatar
27 weeks ago

So lowkey that they didn't even do it.
Yeah, would be funny if Tim just said in the group chat – "you know what guys, let's delegate this one to the Internet and take a break." [hits 'publish leaks' button]
Score: 8 Votes (Like | Disagree)
WarmWinterHat Avatar
27 weeks ago

Should just call yesterday Apple Event Day, and say they did a lowkey keynote.
So lowkey that they didn't even do it.
Score: 5 Votes (Like | Disagree)