Apple appears poised to refresh its premium device lineup with new iPad Pro and Vision Pro models potentially arriving before the end of October 2025. Multiple reports suggest the tech giant is preparing to announce between two and three products this week, marking a significant update cycle for the company’s high-end hardware.
Vision Pro Gets Long-Awaited Refresh
The Apple Vision Pro, which made its debut at WWDC 2023 and launched to consumers in early 2024, is reportedly due for its first major hardware update. The timing seems appropriate given that the original model shipped with an M2 chip despite the M3 already being available at launch—a decision that raised eyebrows among tech enthusiasts[1].
The anticipated Vision Pro 2 is expected to feature Apple’s latest M5 chip, bringing substantial performance improvements to the mixed reality headset. While the current model has been praised as one of the best VR headsets available, its $3,500 price point has limited its mainstream appeal. Whether Apple will adjust pricing with this refresh remains unclear[1].
Some reports indicate potential delays, with development of the R2 chip—responsible for eye tracking and motion control—possibly pushing certain features into 2026. However, the M5-equipped model still appears on track for a 2025 release[1].
iPad Pro Also Expected in October Refresh
Alongside the Vision Pro, Apple is rumored to be updating its iPad Pro lineup with M5 chip variants. This would maintain Apple’s pattern of keeping its professional tablet line equipped with the latest silicon[1].
The simultaneous announcement of both products would align with Apple’s strategy of positioning its premium devices as a connected ecosystem, with the M5 chip serving as the common thread between tablet and spatial computing experiences.
M5 MacBook Pro Timeline Uncertain
While M5-equipped MacBook Pro models are also in development, those updates appear more likely to arrive in 2026 rather than alongside the iPad Pro and Vision Pro[1]. This staggered release approach would give Apple multiple announcement opportunities throughout the coming year.
What This Means for Consumers
For potential Vision Pro buyers who have been waiting on the sidelines, this refresh could address some of the original model’s limitations while offering significantly better performance. The M5 chip represents multiple generations of advancement over the M2, potentially improving battery life, graphics capabilities, and overall system responsiveness.
iPad Pro users looking to upgrade should also benefit from the performance leap, particularly those working with demanding creative applications or using their tablets as laptop replacements.
As October progresses, Apple is expected to make official announcements clarifying which products will actually ship before year’s end and which might slip into early 2026.
Sources
[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0fNHTVVzCk [2] https://www.macrumors.com/2025/10/12/apple-product-announcements-this-week/