Apple Inc. (AAPL.US) is set to launch its first brand-new Mac mini in two years, with multiple new products in the pipeline.

According to insiders, Apple Inc. (AAPL.US) is preparing to launch the first update to the Mac mini desktop computer in nearly two years. The new desktop is expected to debut in the coming days, possibly before the September launch event for the new iPhone. Apple Inc. has tested versions equipped with the M5 and M6 processors. This upgrade comes at a time when demand for the current Mac mini has surged, making the device a popular tool for running AI applications locally. Meanwhile, a shortage of memory chips has made it difficult for Apple Inc. to maintain stock levels for this product, with some orders taking weeks or even months to fulfill. Apple Inc. CEO Tim Cook has previously stated that this issue will take some time to resolve, and it remains unclear how the new model will affect wait times. The Mac mini is also a key initiative in Apple Inc.'s push for domestic manufacturing in the United States. Earlier this year, Apple Inc. committed to starting production of the Mac mini in Houston later in 2026. This month, Cook visited the factory alongside officials from the Trump administrationdomestic manufacturing has become a significant agenda for the administration. Apple Inc. previously assembled the Mac Pro in the U.S., but that model was discontinued earlier this year. September Launch Event: Foldable iPhone and iPhone 18 Pro in the Spotlight The Mac mini is likely to be the last new product released during Cook's tenure, as he will hand over the reins to John Ternus on September 1. Ternus will oversee the subsequent launches of the foldable iPhone and other major new products. The new Mac mini is just one part of the wave of new products expected from Apple Inc. in the second half of 2026. Later this week, Apple Inc. is expected to send out invitations for the iPhone launch event. This event is likely to be held on September 9, when the company will unveil its first foldable smartphone, as well as the iPhone 18 Pro series. Additionally, Apple Inc. is also preparing to launch a range of new Apple Watches, with major upgrades focused on fitness tracking features and ceramic casing options. Insiders have revealed that this new product launch will include the new AirPods 5, which is an upgrade to Apple Inc.'s entry-level headphonesthe last update for this model was in 2024. The AirPods version with a camera is expected to be launched until 2027. Many New Products Set to Launch Reportedly, apart from the aforementioned products, Apple Inc. will also launch this year: OLED iPad mini: Featuring an OLED screen for clearer image quality compared to its predecessor, expected to be released in late October. The first smart home device with a screen: Equipped with facial recognition capabilities to identify users and display personalized content. Additionally, a new Apple TV set-top box and HomePod mini smart speaker are also in preparation. More Mac updates: Including an iMac with new color options and an upgraded MacBook Pro, both featuring the new generation M6 chip. The most significant new Mac product will be the first touchscreen computerthe new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro will come with a touchscreen, a redesigned chassis, and an OLED screen. Looking ahead to 2027, Apple Inc.'s product roadmap is equally exciting: an updated entry-level iPad and iPad Air; a new MacBook Air and MacBook Neo; the second-generation touchscreen MacBook (equipped with the M7 series chip); a second-generation foldable iPhone; and a curved glass special edition iPhone created to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the iPhone. In the field of AI wearables, Apple Inc. plans to launch AirPods with cameras and intends to introduce smart glasses to compete with Meta Platforms, while also testing a camera-equipped pendant that can transmit visual data to the iPhone for AI processing.