Apple is ready for its biggest event of the year. The September Kenot is themed, ‘Awe dropping’, and Tuesday, will be on 9 September. The cupertino giant is expected to release a host of new devices, including the high anticipated iPhone 17 series.

However, some devices will be reserved for a later date or will not be launched at all by Apple. Let’s find out what is not expected from the Apple event.

Which Apple devices are not launched at the iPhone 17 event?

There is a group of equipment including iPhone, MacBook and iPad, which will not be shown on 9 September.

1. iPhone 17 Plus: Apple has done a plus variant of iPhone since the iPhone 14 series. However, the tech giants are allegedly ready to close this model completely with the iPhone 17. Instead, the Ultra-Patli iPhone 17 Air is expected to take its place in the lineup.
2. iPhone 17E: Apple resumed a budget iPhone with 16E earlier this year. The iPhone 17E will probably stick to the timeline of its predecessor and leave the upcoming kenot.
3. M5 MacBook: Apple’s M-Series Macbooks are certainly the best performing laptops in the market. Users are waiting for the next generation M5 chip to make their debut. However, the M5 Macbook is unlikely to be mentioned on 9 September.
4. M5 iPad Pro: iPad Pro M-Series brings MacBook-tier in a portable form factor with chipset. High anticipated M5 can become another favorite for iPad Pro users. However, they will need to wait for a while.
5. iPad Air/iPad 12: The next generations of iPad Air and iPad 12 are unlikely to be shown in the upcoming Apple event. Two equipment bring more affordable versions of iPad than Pro.

Why are some apple devices not launching this year?

Over the years, Apple has shifted its launch strategy. The company now holds several kenots every year to give more spotlight to all its products, whether it is a MacBook or iPad.

A single phenomenon for the main iPhone lineup may be fully discussed for the phone, with different events for other devices to Apple. It is being said, the September Apple event will probably look at the launch of the next generation of Apple Watch.

The iPhone 17E is expected to be launched in early 2026, while the M5 MacBook is also revealed at the Spring 2026 event. IPad Air and iPad 12 are also likely to be launched early next year. However, the M5 iPad Pro can be released early as the end of this year.

Is the Apple Watch Series 11 iPhone launching in 17 events?

Apple Watch Series 11 is expected to be launched with the iPhone 17 series on 9 September. The new clock is likely to be operated by the S11 chipset, with a bright performance. Watch series 11 may come in some fresh colors.

The Apple Watch Line-Up is expected to be viewed in addition to Watch Ultra 3 and an updated Watch SE.

Is AirPods upgrade at the iPhone 17 event?

Apple is expected to launch AirPods Pro 3 immediately after launching the iPhone 17 series. The new airpods Pro will get an updated case similar to Airpods 4 with an invisible capacitive button.

Apple is expected to improve active noise cancellation (ANC) with AirPods Pro 3. Tech giants can also bring in-age heart rate tracking from Powerbits Pro 2. There are also rumors of AI live translation for Airpods Pro 3.

Is Apple launching a new iPad Mini this year?

According to reports, Apple is not planning to launch a new iPad mini in the September program. The update mini will probably come out at the end of 2026 or early 2027. The new iPad Mini is expected to come up with the A19 chipset from the iPhone 17 series, when it is eventually announced.

The current iPad Mini was launched at the end of 2024 and is powered by the A17 chipset.

Will the Apple iPhone announce a new homepod during the iPhone 17 event?

Apple has a history of announcing new homepods during the iPhone launch events. Tech giants are allegedly working on HomePod Mini 2. While there is no concrete information about its launch, according to Bloomberg, the device can be released during the September 9 program.