Apple could possibly be planning to refresh its iMac lineup.
Apple’s ‘Scary Fast’ occasion is anticipated to be a Mac-focused; this is the whole lot you need to count on — proper from the brand new iMac to new MacGuide Pro.
Apple is all set to host its ‘Scary Fast’ occasion on October 30 (October 31, 5:30 am IST in India), and because the occasion attracts close to, hypothesis about what to anticipate is on the rise. The occasion is anticipated to be Mac-centric, now that Apple has already launched the iPhone 15 collection final month in September.
Let’s delve into what we will anticipate from Apple throughout the occasion and what trade insiders are claiming. First off, studies counsel that this occasion received’t function new iPads, as Apple didn’t replace the lineup as beforehand rumored. Instead, we noticed the introduction of a brand new Apple Pencil with USB-C charging. Nonetheless, with ‘Scary Fast’ anticipated to be a Mac-focused occasion, right here’s the whole lot you need to count on:
New iMac with M3 Chipset
The 24-inch iMac hasn’t seen a refresh in over two years since its launch in 2021 alongside the M1 chipset. The shift to the M3 chipset is anticipated to breathe new life into the 24-inch iMac. Although the M1 chipset stays competent, a more recent and extra highly effective chipset like Apple’s M3 could possibly be best for an improve. If Apple certainly adopts the M3 chipset, it might imply skipping the M2 collection for the iMac.
Additionally, as famous by MacRumors, the brand new iMac may additionally see a number of enhancements to its stand, as per Mark Gurman. However, other than these adjustments, it’s anticipated to supply the same design, display, and measurement to the outgoing iMac mannequin.
New MacGuide Pro—14-inch and 16-inch
Although Apple just lately up to date its 14-inch and 16-inch MacGuide Pro fashions earlier this yr, there are expectations for a refresh with new internals alongside the iMac. Mark Gurman mentions that this transfer “would be unusual but not inconceivable.”
It’s unclear what different updates Apple may introduce with the brand new releases moreover efficiency good points. However, there’s a report by DigiTimes suggesting Apple may use miniLED shows (just like the iPad Pro 12.9-inch) for the brand new MacBooks. Yet, this ought to be taken with a grain of salt till Apple confirms it.
Shift to USB-C for Accessories
With the iPhone 15 collection now shifted to USB-C, Apple may transition its equipment just like the Magic Mouse, Magic Trackpad, and the Magic Keyboard to USB-C. Currently, these equipment nonetheless ship with the Lightning connector, and having USB-C would assist Apple customers use a single USB-C cable to cost all of their devices and equipment.
