Among other things, 2020 was the year of Apple’s virtual event. With the coronavirus pandemic forcing the launch of online products, traditional marathons on the stage ended, replaced by a constant stream of press releases and product-specific videos. And it looks like the trend is likely to continue this year.
There are rumors that Apple is planning a spring event in March, and there were plenty of leaks suggesting what new products might be available. From new iPads to AirPod updates to a series of new Macs, spring can be a fruitful season for Apple fans. (Check out our Apple business page for the best deals on the latest kit).
Spring events are not included in Apple’s calendar, but the company occasionally chooses to reveal new products in March. In 2019, it launched Apple TV + and Apple Arcade, while in 2016 it announced the first iPhone SE in the same month. Last October, Apple leaker Jon Prosser stated (below) that this year’s spring event will take place on March 16. (You see, he also stated that the main attraction would be Apple’s AirPods – which, er, came out in December.)
Okay, how about “One More Thing”? After this November ARM Mac event, Apple’s next event (currently a digital event) will take place on Tuesday, March 16, 2021. The main attraction of the event will be the AirPods Studio (B515) https://t.co / UxqQr6je1c pic.twitter.com/ oCxVhg3owbOctober 16, 2020
So, if Apple is really planning a spring event, what do we expect to see? One of the main rumors suggests that the 12.9-inch iPad Pro is in line for an update that could make it the first Apple tablet to boast a super-bright LED screen. But it’s not just the biggest iPad that is getting a new coat of paint. The iPad mini has not been updated since 2019, but may finally be in line for a redesign with smaller bezels and a larger screen.
We have also heard rumors that both AirPods and AirPods Pro may receive an update this spring. While basic AirPods are supposed to follow AirPods Pro design suggestions, some pretty cool new features have been suggested for AirPods Pro themselves – including the ability to control them with your teeth (yes, you read that right).
As for the Mac line, we recently heard that the MacBook Pro, MacBook Air and iMac may all be in line for a redesign in 2021. Whether they will appear in the spring yet remains to be seen – both MacBooks received the incredible new M1 chip in November, so Apple may want to give these models a little more time before new designs come out. That said, the company is undoubtedly looking forward to continuing to launch the M1 chip – and since the iMac has not yet taken advantage of the new internal components, could it be in line for an update this spring?
We will, of course, have to wait to see if Apple’s March event will materialize. The company may choose to reveal new products through a simple press release or it may, in fact, have a complete event up its sleeve. If 2020 showed us anything, it is that anything can happen – even the iPhone launch event was eliminated from its traditional September schedule last year.
In the meantime, there will hardly be a shortage of incredible products to start working from 2020. And with unbeatable iPad Pro offers and amazing MacBook M1 discounts available now, you can save a lot with the latest and greatest from Apple.
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