Rumor· Apple· Published Sep 14, 2026

New Apple TV reportedly due in fall 2026 after Siri AI launch

Apple reportedly held back new Apple TV hardware until Apple Intelligence upgrades were ready; Bloomberg’s Power On newsletter says it is due in fall 2026 after Siri AI launches with iOS 27.

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The report says the Home Hub tablet, next-generation Apple TV, and other Apple home products need the new Siri AI, which delayed the Apple TV release. It does not provide an exact launch date or hardware specifications.

Why It Matters

The expected window narrows to fall 2026, but the Apple TV’s timing remains tied to the Siri AI launch with iOS 27, so there is still no specific date for buyers to plan around.

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  • AppleInsiderDocumentOriginal

    New Apple TV with Siri AI could launch at any time in the fall

    Wesley Hilliard <wes@appleinsider.com>

    Apple reportedly held back on releasing new Apple TV hardware until its Apple Intelligence upgrades were ready, so expect the upgraded set-top box at any time. Apple TV could get an upgrade soon The slow rollout of Apple Intelligence in 2024 followed by a delay and rethink has caused several pieces of hardware to get shelved.…