Leaks usually come from insiders or analysts, but this time it’s the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) that has revealed Apple’s upcoming devices. Newly published FCC filings confirm that fresh MacBook Pro and iPad Pro models powered by Apple’s new M5 chip are in the pipeline.
The documents list several unfamiliar model numbers, which don’t correspond to any currently available Apple products. Among them is model A3434, which is believed to reference a new MacBook Pro, most likely featuring the M5 processor. Other codes point to upcoming iPad Pro models in both 11-inch and 13-inch sizes, with Wi-Fi and cellular variants. For instance, model A3360 appears to represent the 13-inch Wi-Fi iPad Pro. These identifiers strongly suggest Apple is preparing multiple new devices for release.
While the filings don’t include detailed specifications, their timing is noteworthy. FCC paperwork usually appears just weeks before an official launch, meaning Apple may unveil these products before the end of 2025. Reports also indicate that the new M5 iPad Pro could support Wi-Fi 7, though the MacBook Pro listed in the documents might not include that feature.
The leak also lines up with other industry chatter. Apple is said to be ramping up production of its next-generation MacBook Pro lineup, which could arrive with M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max options. Launches are expected between late 2025 and early 2026. This would mark Apple’s most powerful MacBook lineup yet, with performance upgrades aimed at creative professionals and heavy multitaskers.
Interestingly, this isn’t the first time the FCC has unintentionally given away Apple’s plans. Earlier this year, schematics of the iPhone 16e also slipped out through FCC documents, giving the public an early look at design elements Apple hadn’t announced yet. For fans and followers of tech leaks, moments like these make the build-up to new launches even more exciting.
Although these filings don’t provide in-depth details about performance or design, they do confirm what many already suspected: Apple is deep into final preparations for its next wave of iPads and MacBooks. With the holiday season approaching and 2026 on the horizon, the tech world won’t have to wait long to see how these M5-powered devices shape Apple’s future product strategy.
