Apple Begins iPad mini, iMac, MacBook Pro Preorders

Apple has started delivering preorders of its new iPad mini, M6 iMac, and MacBook Pro models to U.S. customers.

Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Consumer Electronics

A closed silver aluminum laptop and a face-down slim tablet rest on a pale oak surface in a bright, minimal room with soft window light. — Apple began delivering preorders of its new iPad mini, M6 iMac, and MacBook Pro to U.S. customers on Friday, with in-store pickup also available. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

Apple began delivering preorders of its new iPad mini, iMac, and MacBook Pro models to customers, with Apple Stores offering the devices for in-store pickup and walk-in purchases. Early recipients are sharing photos and first impressions of the devices on social media.

Why it matters

The launch brings Apple's first iMac update since 2024 and new iPad mini and MacBook Pro models to U.S. buyers at the same time. Customers can now choose between preorder delivery and in-store pickup.

The iPad mini includes the A20 Pro chip and an OLED display, while the M6 MacBook Pro lineup uses Apple's latest Silicon chips. The MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display is essentially an M5 MacBook Pro with a touchscreen, and the extraction does not report further hardware specifications.

The players

Apple

Apple is a California-based technology company known for designing consumer electronics, computers, and software.

The details

Apple announced the iPad mini on October 26 and the M6 iMac the following day, with the MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display announced alongside the iMac. U.S. customers will begin receiving preorders on Friday morning, and delivery services have started their routes while Apple Stores offer the devices for in-store pickup and walk-in purchases.

October 26, 2025: Apple announces the iPad mini.
October 27, 2025: Apple announces the M6 iMac.
Friday morning following November 6, 2026: U.S. preorder deliveries begin and Apple Stores open for pickup.

The Tech Race

The M6 iMac and MacBook Pro lineup extend Apple's in-house Silicon transition across its Mac products. The launch continues the company's competition with rivals in the personal computer market.

U.S. customers can receive preorders starting Friday morning or pick up devices at Apple Stores. Buyers now have a choice between delivery and in-store purchase for the new iPad mini, iMac, and MacBook Pro.

The takeaway

Buyers who want a new Mac or iPad mini this week can choose between preorder delivery and an Apple Store visit. Comparing the chip and display details of each model before ordering will help match the device to daily needs.