The major releases of Apple’s year are all in sight as we near the end: the major operating systems, iPhones and iPads (and AirPods), Macs, and Macs. November was reportedly to bring new MacBooks with M2 Pro and Max processors, but recent rumors claim they’ve been pushed back to 2023. And while Apple is working on iOS 16.2 and macOS Ventura 13.1, those updates aren’t expected until December.
But there’s still a lot to come this month. New betas of the OS updates will arrive, and let’s not forget Apple’s services, which continue to grow–there’s always a bunch of content on the way for Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade. And if you’re looking for a discount on Apple stuff (or accessories), November is the best month to shop, as Black Friday deals are often among the lowest prices you’ll find all year.
Rumored and new hardware
Apple TV 4K (3rd-gen).The Apple Watch is the next Apple device. Third-generation Apple TV 4K. It was announced in October and began shipping on November 4. With a new lower starting price of $129, double the storage, and an A15 processor, it’s a nice upgrade over the last model. New Siri Remote features a USB-C charging port, instead of Lightning. If you’re considering it, we recommend the $149 model, which gives you 128GB but more importantly, an Ethernet port and Thread networking.
M2 MacBook ProsNew MacBook Pro models are available in sizes 14-inch and 16.-inch. Rumored to have been around for many monthsThey will be shipping in the fall. They were expected to arrive in the late October or early November. However, they are now shipping sometime this fall. The most recent news suggest that the new M2 Pro/Max Macbooks won’t arrive until March, alongside macOS Ventura 13.3 (and possibly a new Mac mini and iMac as well). It would be 2022’s first fall without a new Mac product in five years.
Black Friday Sale
Apple doesn’t actually ever actually discount anything in its stores, but it does hold an annual four-day shopping event held from Black Friday to Cyber Monday (November 25-28 this year). Based on past years, you can expect $25-$100 gift card with certain products. This is usually limited to older products such as the iPhone 13 or third-gen AirPods.
Software and app updates
October brought us the first big update to iOS 16 along with the first release of this year’s big OS updates for iPad and Mac (iPadOS 16.1 and macOS Ventura 13.0). Apple continues to refine the features and we will see additional betas before the general release in November. It may not be until December. It is especially important to update smart home items using Siri and Home app.
iOS 16.2: The Home app gets a big architectural overhaul to make it faster and more reliable, but you’ll need to update all your other Apple stuff to the 16.2 (and macOS 13.1) release to keep things running smoothly. The new Freeform app is available for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Mac.
iPadOS 16.2:This update will include the Freeform app, and restore external display support to Stage Manager on M1 and M2 iPads.
macOS 13.1:MacOS Ventura’s first update brings new Freeform app, and a revamped Home architecture.
tvOS 16.2:This release features a brand new Siri experience, which includes a new interface as well as multi-user voice recognition.
Services
Apple TV+
These are the movies, series and shows we expect to release on Apple TV+ TK. If you want to know what’s coming later, check our Full guide to the upcoming Apple TV+ content.
Mythic Quest Season 3: This workplace comedy about a game development studio is back for its third season. November 11
Circuit Breakers: A live-action half-hour futuristic anthology series that tackles kid-relatable issues through a sci-fi lens. November 11
Spirited:A musical version of Christmas Carol starring Will Ferrell and Ryan Reynolds. You all know the story: Scrooge, three ghosts Bah Humbug, etc… November 18
Interrupting ChickenThe animated preschool series is based upon the book series by David Ezra Stein and introduces children the joy of creative writing. November 18
Mosquito Coast (season 2):After barely making it out of Mexico, the Foxes set off deep into Guatemalan jungle in search of a long-lost friend and her group. Publication Date: November 4, 2005
Causeway: Apple describes this show as, “an intimate portrait of a soldier struggling to adjust to her life after returning home to New Orleans.” Published November 4, 2008.
Jennifer Lawrence films: Apple is letting users stream “The Hunger Games” series and “Silver Linings Playbook” for free to celebrate the release of Causeway. This item is only available for a limited period.
Slumberkins: Embark on adventures with Bigfoot, Unicorn, Sloth, Yak, and Fox as they explore a world of feelings in this Jim Henson Company mixed media puppet / 2D animation series that empowers the emotional wellness of children through supportive storytelling. Publication Date: November 4, 2005
Selena Gomez – My Mind and I: A documentary about Gomez’s six-year struggle with health issues (physical and mental) while managing a whole new level of fame. Publication Date: November 4, 2005
Apple Arcade
Apple Arcade is updated with new games every Friday, but it doesn’t happen every Friday. Take a look at our Apple Arcade FAQFor a complete list of Apple Arcade games, and additional information on the service, click here Some games are released with no forewarning, but you’ll often see several projects listed in the Coming Soon section.
Currently, there is only a single game for November listed in the “coming soon” section, but it often gets updated at the start of the month. We’ll update this list when we get more info.
Football Manager 2023 TouchYou can now get the classic desktop soccer management sim on your phone. November 8
Old Man’s Journey+: A unique virtual narrative adventure game. November 18
SpongeBob SolitairePants: It’s a SpongeBob Squarepants solitaire game. November 25,
Battleheart Legacy+:Real-time tactical strategy battle game Nov. 4
