<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false">Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported on new Apple products expected in 2026, including a budget iPad model.Apple is likely preparing to release a new base-model iPad in spring 2026, a year after the current model.Speculations suggest the new iPad could feature the A18 chip, offering future-proofing with AI capabilities and increased RAM.The upcoming iPadOS 26 update is expected to enhance the user experience with improved multitasking features and potential AI integrations.