California-based Apple has officially confirmed that it will host a special event on September 9, sparking excitement amid rumors of new iPhones and Apple Watches being unveiled. While these are the expected highlights, there are several other products that might not appear next month, 9To5Mac reported.
One of the most talked about advances is the introduction of the new M4 Macs. Mark Gurman of Bloomberg Apple recently shared that it is accelerating development of its first Macs powered by the M4 chip, initially introduced with the latest iPad Pro. The upcoming lineup is expected to include updated versions of the MacBook Pro, Mac mini, and iMac, all powered by the M4 chip.
The MacBook Pro and iMac are reportedly likely to keep their current designs, but the Mac mini could get a makeover. Rumors suggest a new, more compact design for the Mac mini M4reminiscent of an Apple TV. However, those eager to see these new Macs might have to wait a little longer, as Apple typically schedules a separate Mac-focused event in October.
On the audio front, Apple is reportedly working on the third generation of its high-end wireless earbuds, the AirPods Pro. The new model is expected to feature a refreshed design and improved chips, and may possibly introduce health-oriented features such as a hearing testing tool. However, these AirPods Pro 3 are not expected to be unveiled until next year, the report adds.
For this year, Apple is expected to reveal two new versions of AirPods 4, which will replace the current ones. AirPods 2 and AirPods 3These updated AirPods are likely to be announced alongside the new iPhones in September.
Apple’s HomePod lineup could also be undergoing some changes, though not immediately. Parts of a new HomePod have leaked, suggesting a model similar to the HomePod 2, but with an LCD touchscreen on top. Additionally, Apple is rumored to be exploring a more advanced device with an 8-inch display running tvOS. However, it seems unlikely that these new HomePods will be unveiled in September.
Meanwhile, Apple Vision ProThe Vision Pro model, which hit stores earlier this year, could be accompanied by a more affordable version aimed at reaching a wider audience. However, this cheaper model is not expected until late 2025 at the earliest. The September event could only feature announcements related to the availability of the Vision Pro in more countries.
There is also speculation surrounding a New iPad miniReports of dwindling iPad mini 6 stock at Apple stores around the world have led to rumors that a new iPad mini could be on the horizon. While Apple has already released new iPads alongside iPhones in September, the company sometimes waits until October for such announcements. So the odds of seeing an iPad mini 7 next month are about 50/50.
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Posted: Aug 27, 2024, 09:22 pm IST
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