As 2025 drew to a close, a question was posed to Apple enthusiasts worldwide: which product reigned supreme throughout the year? The results, revealed on January 11, 2026, proved to be quite unexpected, challenging many predictions and sparking considerable discussion within the tech community.
Industry observers initially anticipated strong showings from the iPhone 17 Pro Max and the AirPods Pro 3. However,the iPhone Air ultimately captured the top spot,securing 16% of the vote and succeeding the Mac mini M4 as the product of the year. This outcome highlights a shift in consumer preferences and a growing gratitude for Apple’s more streamlined offerings.
The iPhone Air outperformed the AirPods Pro 3, which garnered 12% of the votes. Closely following were the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max, tied at 11%.Bringing up the rear, the Vision Pro M5 and iPad A16 each received a modest 1% of the votes, indicating a less widespread appeal for these devices.