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Leaked iOS 26 Code Points to New HomePod Mini and AirTag 2 Upgrades

The findings suggest a routine chip swap for the speaker, five tracking upgrades for the tag, with a launch window drifting into early 2026.

Overview

  • An internal iOS 26 build references an unreleased HomePod mini labeled B252 that is expected to move from the S5 to Apple’s S10 chip.
  • AirTag-related entries list five changes: improved pairing, enhanced Precision Finding, detailed battery reporting, an "Improved Moving" capability for tracking in motion, and better performance in crowded places.
  • The AirTag code carries a "2025AirTag" label and targets iOS 26, indicating plans that slipped toward an early 2026 timeframe.
  • Reporting characterizes the new HomePod mini as a performance‑focused refresh rather than a device for Apple Intelligence features.
  • Multiple outlets corroborated Macworld’s code findings, Apple has not announced these products, and some AirTag improvements could arrive via software for existing tags.