Apple is brewing two products New controller dedicated to gamingmarking a possible step forward from the current approach, which is primarily based on software support and platforms. The information is not official yet, and clues were found in macOS 26.7, precisely in the code included in the short term. Therefore, these are rumors and need to be treated with caution and await official confirmation or denial. In the meantime, here’s everything we know so far. Let’s specify The cover image was created using AI and are purely indicative.
Two specific models
As expected, these clues were discovered by user “pdfu” who is a regular member of the MacRumors forum. In fact, in macOS 26.7, references to both controllers have been identified, identified by i Code No. T6502 and T1057. According to reports, both men have a character Four ABXY buttonsanalog sticks, shoulder buttons, analog triggers, and home/menu buttons. However, there are some differences between the two models.
T6502 is the most basic, It will connect via USB And will also have an options button. However, there is no motion sensor, nor does it support motion input through Apple’s GCMotion interface. Also, I’m from Exclude commands similar to trackpad, speaker, or microphone.
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However, the controller should be equipped with a Advanced tactile feedback systemthere are several channels dedicated to vibration. T1057 model should belong to higher range and can be used Via USB and Bluetooth. It will not have option buttons but will include Accelerometer and gyroscope.
New strategy?
Even though Apple had already made it in the 1990s AppleJack controller as part of the Pippin projectthe company never really entered the gaming controller market, which is dominated by rivals like Sony and Nintendo.
Therefore, for decades, mainly third-party devices (e.g. It could further strengthen Apple’s gaming ecosystem. What do you think? Let us know in the comments below. At the same time, we remind you that one of Apple’s most important events will take place on September 9th.