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HomePod

HomePod

Caution
Approaching End of Cycle

Nearly two years after discontinuing the original HomePod, Apple in January 2023 introduced an updated model powered by an S7 chip and featuring a four-inch woofer, five tweeters, four microphones, a U1 chip for Ultra Wideband features like handing off music from an iPhone, and support for Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos.


HomePod Roundup

Best HomePod Deals

Days since last release

1386

Average

 
1818

Recent releases

1818
iMac

iMac

Buy Now
Pre-Order Now, Launches Nov 6

Apple's 24-inch iMac with the M6 chip was announced on October 27, 2026, with pre-orders available now ahead of a November 6 launch. The base model with a 10-core CPU and 10-core graphics starts at $1,499, with 12-core CPU and 12-core graphics available in higher-end models. Available in blue, purple, pink, orange, yellow, green, and silver.


iMac Roundup

Best iMac Deals

Days since last release

Average

 
572

Recent releases

Mac Pro

Mac Pro

Don't Buy
Discontinued

The Mac Pro was Apple's highest-end Mac for professionals and was last updated in June 2023 when it became the final Mac to transition from Intel processors to Apple silicon. It was based on the M2 Ultra chip and started at $6,999, so this machine was only for the most serious professional users. Discontinued in March 2026 with no replacement planned.


Mac Pro Roundup

Days since last release

1247

Average

 
938

Recent releases

1273
2182
Vision Pro

Vision Pro

Neutral
Mid-product Cycle

Apple Vision Pro is Apple's first wearable headset device, offering a mixed-reality "spatial computing" experience. Updated in October 2025 with a faster M5 chip and a new Dual Knit Band. It's priced starting at $3,499.


Vision Pro Roundup

Days since last release

Average

 
635

Recent releases