9to5Mac Daily: November 2, 2026 – What’s next for the Mac and iPad
AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication
Apple is slated to expand its hardware lineup early next year with three new iPad models, including a refreshed standard iPad, a larger‑screen iPad Pro and a budget‑friendly iPad mini, according to supply‑chain leaks. A separate report indicates the next‑generation MacBook Pro will feature Apple‑designed GPUs and a thinner chassis while retaining the M3 Pro and M3 Max chips. Apple also confirmed that the iOS 27.3 beta, which introduces the Apple Intelligence suite to Chinese users, will be released next week. In parallel, the company completed its acquisition of Ascend.io, a startup specializing in agentic AI engineering, aiming to integrate its technology into future software services. The announcements were highlighted in the latest episode of 9to5Mac Daily for tech enthusiasts.
💡 Why It Matters
- · By bringing Ascend.io’s agentic AI under its umbrella, Apple can embed advanced automation directly into iOS and macOS, shortening the gap with rivals that already ship AI‑first features.
