Apple has been on a roll this October. While September was all about the flagship iPhones, October came all loaded with launches spanning laptops, desktops, tablets and smart-home devices.

This week, in particular, Apple announced its first touchscreen MacBook Pro, a 14-inch MacBook Pro powered by the M6 chip, a refreshed 24-inch iMac and an iPad mini with an OLED display. Earlier in the month, the company also introduced a new HomePod mini, Apple TV 4K and HomeView smart display.The new products bring updated processors, improved displays, enhanced connectivity and deeper integration of Apple's AI features across its devices.

Let's take a quick look at what's new at the Apple Store’s product lineup and how much you will need to pay for these devices in India.Apple launches in October: India prices and availabilityThe new iPad mini is the most affordable of the latest of new computers and tablets launches, starting at Rs 82,900 in India. At the other end of the range, the touchscreen MacBook Pro starts at Rs 3,49,900.

Apple has also refreshed its MacBook Pro and iMac line-ups with the M6 chip, while its smart-home range now includes the new HomePod mini, Apple TV 4K and HomeView display.Here is a look at the India prices and availability of all the new products. Touchscreen MacBook Pro: Starts at Rs 3,49,900 for the 14-inch model, while the 16-inch version starts at Rs 4,09,900.

It is scheduled to go on sale in India on November 9.14-inch MacBook Pro with M6: Starts at Rs 2,39,900. Pre-orders opened on October 28, with sales scheduled to begin on November 6.

24-inch iMac with M6: Starts at Rs 1,74,900 for the base configuration. The higher-end variant starts at Rs 1,99,900.

Sales are scheduled to begin on November 6.iPad mini with OLED display: The Wi-Fi model starts at Rs 82,900, while the cellular version starts at Rs 1,00,900. Sales are scheduled to begin on November 6.HomePod mini 2: Priced at Rs 18,900, with sales scheduled to begin on October 30.Apple TV 4K: Priced at Rs 39,900, with availability scheduled to begin on November 13.Apple HomeView: The smart-home display is priced at Rs 39,900, with availability scheduled to begin on November 13.Touchscreen MacBook Pro with OLED displayApple's biggest announcement this week is its redesigned MacBook Pro, which brings touchscreen support to the Mac for the first time.

Available in 14-inch and 16-inch sizes, the laptop is powered by the M5 Pro and M5 Max processors and features a tandem OLED display that Apple calls PROLED XDR. The screen supports a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, peak brightness of 2,000 nits and a wider colour gamut covering P3 and Adobe RGB.

A nano-texture option is available to reduce reflections.According to Apple, the touchscreen allows users to scroll through documents, zoom into images, drag and drop content, annotate material and interact directly with creative applications. Apple has retained the keyboard and trackpad, while adapting macOS for touch interactions.

The laptop also brings Dynamic Island to the Mac, offering quick access to activities and controls. Other features include up to 128GB of unified memory, storage configurations of up to 16TB, Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, HDMI, an SDXC card slot, MagSafe, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.

Apple claims battery life of up to 24 hours. 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6Alongside the touchscreen model, Apple has introduced a separate entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro powered by its new M6 chip.

It features a 12-core CPU, a 12-core GPU and a 16-core Neural Engine, with support for up to 32GB of unified memory. Apple claims battery life of up to 24 hours.Unlike the touchscreen model, this MacBook Pro retains the existing Liquid Retina XDR display.

It also features a 12-megapixel Center Stage camera, a six-speaker sound system and three Thunderbolt 4 ports. The laptop is available in Space Black and Silver, with an optional nano-texture display for users who want to reduce glare.24-inch iMac with M6Apple has also refreshed its 24-inch iMac with the M6 chip, replacing the M4 processor in the previous generation.

You can choose configurations with a 10-core or 12-core CPU and GPU. Apple claims the new model delivers up to five times faster on-device AI performance than the M4 version.The all-in-one desktop retains its 24-inch 4.5K Retina display and familiar thin design, but gains Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, faster storage and up to four Thunderbolt 4 ports.

It also supports Apple's latest software and AI features. The iMac is available in seven colours: blue, green, pink, yellow, purple, orange and silver.iPad mini gets an OLED displayThe new iPad mini also received one of its biggest upgrades yet this week, moving from an LCD panel to an 8.5-inch OLED display.

Apple has also introduced the A20 Pro chip, an IP67 rating for water and dust resistance, and a thinner 5.4mm design.The display supports peak brightness of up to 1,200 nits, with an optional nano-texture finish. Other upgrades include a 12-megapixelCenter Stage front camera, an Acoustic Display audio system, faster wireless connectivity and support for Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil USB-C.

The tablet is available in Midnight and Starlight.Apple HomePod mini 2 brings Siri AI to the homeEarlier this month, Apple announced the second-generation HomePod mini adding new colours, enhanced audio features and support for its updated Siri AI assistant through a future software update.The smart speaker supports stereo pairing and multiroom audio, and can be paired with the new Apple TV 4K for a four-speaker surround-sound setup. It also works as a smart-home hub, allowing users to control compatible accessories and automations using voice commands.Apple TV 4K gets a new chip and smarter SiriApple has also introduced a new generation of Apple TV 4K, powered by the A19 chip.

The company claims it delivers up to 50 per cent faster CPU performance and twice the GPU performance compared with the previous generation.The streaming device introduces a more conversational Siri experience designed to help users find films and shows, alongside hands-free voice interactions through built-in far-field microphones. Its updated Siri Remote adds Precision Finding support, which according to Apple makes it easier to locate a misplaced remote.

The device can also act as a home hub for managing compatible smart-home accessories.Apple HomeView is a new smart-home displayApple's October announcements also include HomeView, a dedicated smart-home display designed for entertainment, video calls and connected-home controls. It features a 7-inch Liquid Retina display and a speaker base, and can be placed on a table or mounted on a wall.HomeView supports FaceTime, music playback, home monitoring and voice-controlled automations.

It can recognise different household members and show personalised content, including messages, calendar information and reminders. Apple has integrated its updated Siri AI, with the aim of making the display more useful for everyday household tasks.- Ends