We don’t usually see a lot in the best way of recent releases from Apple in December. We’ve been stunned earlier than (AirPods Max had been launched on December 15) however there aren’t even any rumors of recent {hardware} for the vacations.
Meaning December may have the types of issues we get each month from Apple: new working system releases, Apple TV+ exhibits and films, and Apple Arcade video games. Right here’s the breakdown of Apple releases for December.
New {hardware} releases
Apple not often releases any new {hardware} in December. The one new product we are able to keep in mind launching over the last month of the 12 months is the AirPods Max in 2020. Apple has additionally used December to ship merchandise introduced to ship “earlier than the tip” of a particular 12 months (such because the iMac Professional), however we don’t have any of these this 12 months.
There aren’t even any rumors of recent Apple {hardware} coming earlier than the tip of the 12 months so the prospect of a shock is extraordinarily low. In reality, the earliest we anticipate to see new Apple {hardware} will likely be within the spring (possible March) when Apple will possible launch a new M3 Mac mini and iPad mini, reveal the launch date for the Apple Imaginative and prescient Professional headset, and perhaps extra.
Apps and software program updates
We simply received the iOS 17.1.2 and macOS 14.1.2 bugfix-and-security replace earlier than the month is finished.The massive releases for December will likely be iOS 17.2, macOS 14.2, and watchOS 10.2.
Beta testing for the subsequent level launch (iOS 17.3 et al.) will possible start in December, however its remaining launch will possible are available January.
iOS 17.2: This can be a huge launch, including the Journal app, spatial video recording on iPhone 15 Professional (for viewing on the upcoming Apple Imaginative and prescient Professional), stay actions for the Information app, a brand new Translate possibility for the Motion button, collaborative playlists in Apple Music, Siri entry to Well being information, and extra.
iPadOS 17.2: Many of the identical options as iOS 17.2 that will not be particular to iPhone, with one exception: Apple’s Journal app doesn’t exist on iPad.
macOS Sonoma 14.2: This huge replace for macOS provides collaborative Apple Music playlists, a brand new Favorites music playlist, Messages stickers reactions, iMessage Contact Key Verification, and extra.
tvOS 17.2: A couple of tweaks like a class sidebar within the TV app and a brand new Add button on preroll trailers.
watchOS 10.2: As soon as once more enables you to swipe to alter watch faces (it’s an possibility in Settings > Clock) and provides the flexibility to entry Well being information with Siri.
Providers
Apple TV+
Listed below are the exhibits, collection, and films we anticipate to launch on Apple TV+ in December. If you wish to know what’s coming later, verify our full information to approaching Apple TV+ content material.
John Lennon: Homicide With out A Trial: For the primary time, key figures from John Lennon’s life and dying—together with pals, docs and investigators—share private reminiscences and reveal what occurred on the night time of his killing. December 6
The Household Plan: Dan Morgan was as soon as an elite authorities murderer. Now many years later, he lives a quiet suburban household life. When enemies from his previous observe him down, he packs his unsuspecting spouse, angsty teen daughter, pro-gamer teen son, and 10-month-old child into their minivan on a cross-country trip journey to Las Vegas. December 15
Apple Arcade
Apple releases new video games to Apple Arcade on Fridays, however not each Friday is marked by a brand new recreation or important replace. Test our Apple Arcade FAQ for a full checklist of Apple Arcade video games and extra particulars on the service. Some video games are launched with no forewarning, however you’ll usually see a number of tasks listed within the Coming Quickly part.
Turmoil+: A tongue-in-cheek recreation concerning the Nineteenth-century oil rush in North America December 5
Puzzle & Dragons Story: A match-3 puzzle recreation with RPG parts. December 5
Sonic Dream Crew: A giant 3D journey/runner with all of the Sonic characters. December 5
Disney Dreamlight Valley (Arcade Version): Consists of the bottom recreation and A Rift in Time growth for this sim/journey. December 5