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Apple believed to launch M3 iMac sometime in the second half of the year

Apple’s 2023 product catalogue might include a new 24-inch iMac, featuring a next-gen M3 chip. A refresh of the iMac is said to be in “a late stage” of development and will arrive sometime during the second half of 2023.

In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman claims Apple has begun manufacturing tests for the M3 iMac. Supposedly, volume production for the device won’t start until June at the earliest. Thus, a release is unlikely to land before the summer months.

As for what this year’s iMac will bring, Gurman states that it will utilize the next-gen M-series chipset. Much like the generational leap between the M1 to the M2, Apple’s M3 chip is likely to boast significant performance improvements. Plus, power efficiency will also likely follow. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is in charge of developing the M3 chip for the iMac. The company is reportedly using a 3nm chip development process. This can improve speeds by up to 15 percent and reduce power by 30 percent when compared to 5nm silicon.

Gurman also states that the 2023 iMac features redesigned internal components. The extent of which is still unknown. From an external standpoint, the device may offer a “different” manufacturing process for its stand. Plus, this year’s iMac is said to offer a variety of colour options, maintaining the aesthetic of the 2021 series.

On top of powering this year’s iMac, the M3 chip may be powering a new MacBook Air. However, Gurman isn’t confident about whether all models of the MacBook Air will launch with the M3. Perhaps it’ll be exclusive to the 13-inch option. 2022’s model was the first to offer the M2 chip prior to the M2 Pro and M2 Max options launching for the 2023 MacBook Pro.

Source: Power On Via: Engadget

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Apple’s next MacBook Air and iMac to feature 3nm M3 chip

It looks like we might have to wait a little longer than some may have assumed for an iMac refresh.

According to Bloomberg’s often-reliable Mark Gurman, Apple’s M3 will arrive later this year or early next year and will appear first in a refreshed iMac and MacBook Air. Apple just revealed its 5nm new M2 Pro and M2 Max chip for the MacBook Pro (2023), so if we see the M3 this year, it likely won’t be until next fall. Apple’s colourful 24-inch iMac (2021) released back in 2021, and the MacBook Air (2022) was the first device to feature its M2 chip.

According to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the company that makes Apple’s chips, 3nm chip development can improve speed by 15 percent and reduce power use by 30 percent when compared to 5nm chips.

In other MacBook-related rumours, Gurman recently reported that Apple is working on a touchscreen MacBook Pro with OLED display tech that could launch in 2025. For more on Apple’s new MacBook Pro (2023), check out this story where I unpack how the laptop’s new M2 Pro chip benchmarks.

Gurman also says that Apple’s iPad Pro line will receive a “major” redesign next year.

Source: Bloomberg

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Apple not expected to offer rumoured MacBook Air in broad range of colours like iMac

Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) 2022 is just around the corner as is the expected reveal of the 2022 MacBook Air. Previously, some claimed Apple would offer the updated device in a broad range of colours, similar to the iMac. However, recent reports refute this claim.

Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman claims that the reports of multiple colour options are “probably exaggerated”. Leading into Apple’s WWDC 2022 keynote, Gurman states that the MacBook Air may only be available in four colours. According to the reporter, Apple plans to offer the device in space gray, silver, gold, and his personal favourite iMac colour, blue.

While space gray and silver are fairly par for the course, Gurman claims Apple is tweaking the gold colour slightly. Apparently, this colour is “more champagne like”. This colour may harken back to the iPhone 5S, which did sport a champagne gold colour.

Following the above, Gurman says that Apple is planning to launch the MacBook Air at WWDC. However, it’s worth noting that apparently China factory shutdowns and supply chain issues may impact its release. If so, Apple may opt to not announce the product at its keynote.

On top of offering new colour options, the 2022 MacBook Air may have a slightly new design. It may feature off-white bezels and a keyboard. Its design may also be more in line with the new MacBook Pro. Rumours suggest it may also see the return of the SD card slot.

The MacBook Air isn’t the only thing Apple may discuss at its keynote. Being that it’s WWDC, Apple is almost guaranteed to discuss iOS 16, iPadOS 16, watchOS 9, macOS 13, and tvOS 16.

We’ll know for certain whether the launch of the 2022 MacBook Air is imminent soon enough. WWDC kicks off on June 6th with a keynote and runs until June 10th.

Source: Mark Gurman

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Microsoft tweeted and deleted a picture of someone using an iMac

Microsoft tweeted, then deleted, a picture showing someone using one of Apple’s new M1 iMac computers.

As spotted by 9to5Mac, the tweet from the official Windows account included the aforementioned iMac picture and the following text:

“Spring Cleaning? Check out these tips on how to clean and run your device safely and smoothly from Microsoft’s Carmen Zlateff.”

The tweet then linked this Bustle post with tips from Zlateff about cleaning up computers.

Image credit: 9to5Mac

Naturally, not long after the tweet went live, eagle-eyed Twitter users spotted the iMac and started making fun of Microsoft. The tweet reportedly remained up until April 1st, according to 9to5.

You can still view the tweet here on the Wayback Machine.

Doubly funny is that the iMac shown in the picture can’t even natively run Windows. Instead, Apple computers powered by the company’s M1 silicon need to use virtualization software like Parallels to run Windows.

It’s not clear how this all came to be, especially considering Microsoft has its own line of Windows PCs — Surface — it easily could have used to snag a picture for this tweet.

Twitter has also become a common place for people and companies to out themselves as users of Apple products. 9to5 points to Samsung using an iPhone to tweet a promotion for the Galaxy Note 9. There was also the time Huawei demoted and fined employees for a Happy New Year tweet sent from an iPhone.

Source: 9to5Mac

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Apple reportedly doesn’t plan to release new, larger-screen iMac

Following Apple’s announcement of the Mac Studio and Studio display, the company quietly discontinued its 27-inch Intel-powered iMac.

Rumours indicated that Apple planned to launch a new iMac Pro, but now 9to5Mac says this isn’t the case. Citing information from the sources that revealed plans for the Mac Studio, 9to5 says Apple has no plans to launch a larger-screen iMac in the near future.

Instead, Apple is working on the next wave of Macs with the new M2 chip. That includes a new MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac mini.

9to5Mac also reported that information applies to large-screen iMac models as well as iMacs with Pro, Max, or Ultra chips. The next iMac Apple has in the works will reportedly be a 24-inch iMac expected in 2023, but it won’t feature Apple’s high-end processors.

All that said, it’s worth keeping in mind that plans can change. Moreover, rumours can be inaccurate at times, or not reveal the whole story. As it stands, it sounds like there won’t be any larger-screen or high-end iMacs arriving anytime soon.

Source: 9to5Mac

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Apple reportedly set to complete silicon transition away from Intel, completed by WWDC instead

Apple’s debut of its in-house M1 chip during November 2020 was the first milestone in Apple’s transition away from Intel reliance. Apple had planned a two-year period to pave the road for the company to complete its transition. Now, a new report claims WWDC 2022 will see the completion of this transition period.

According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is developing a brand new Mac Pro, a new Mac mini, and an iMac Pro with a large screen. All three new devices are said to be backed by Apple silicon. These will prove to be the defacto finish line in the company’s plan. As explained in Gurman’s latest Power On newsletter (seen by 9to5Mac), the three devices may be unveiled during the first half of 2022.

“The company has a bevy of new pro Macs in the works based on the M1 Pro and M1 Max chips that are already inside the MacBook Pro. That includes a smaller Mac Pro with up to 40 CPU cores and 128 graphics cores, a new Mac mini and a large-screened iMac Pro. I’d expect Apple to finish its transition to its own silicon from Intel chips as early as June at WWDC 2022,” Gurman wrote.

He also discusses the next-generation chip from Apple. Tentatively dubbed the ‘M2’ chip, it’s said that while expected in 2022, it won’t offer any major performance improvements but will feature “the same overall CPU core count”. Apple’s M1 offers four high-performance cores and four energy-efficient cores. Though, Gurman believes the M2 will feature a modestly improved GPU. The differences between the M1 and M2 are said to be comparable to the improvements made between Apple’s annual iPhone upgrades.

The report also backs up previous claims that Apple is working on a major refresh to its MacBook Air. It’s believed that the new device will sport the M2 chip over the M1 Pro and M1 Max silicon. It’s also expected that the new MacBook Air will feature the “biggest redesign in the product’s history.”

Apple’s breakup with Intel has long been openly discussed by the iPhone maker. Rather than rely on Intel to make meaningful innovations, Apple has taken ownership over the silicon in its own devices. So far, it’s been met with positive reception. Though, Apple silicon is still in its infancy. It remains to be seen if the M2 can impress next year.

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Source: 9To5Mac

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Apple’s 27-inch M1-powered iMac Pro will release in spring 2022

Along with speculating when Apple could release its first foldable smartphone, reliable display analyst Ross Young (via MacRumors) says that Apple’s  27-inch iMac Pro with a mini LED display will launch in the spring of 2022.

With this in mind, there’s a possibility we might see the new iMac Pro revealed during Apple’s annual spring event. Young’s report says that the new iMac will measure in at 27-inches and that it will feature the same mini-LED display technology included in the MacBook Pro (2021) along with a 120Hz display refresh rate.

The report also mentions that the higher-end all-in-one desktop will be called the iMac Pro in an effort to simplify Apple’s Mac lineup. The new Mac is expected to feature the same M1 Pro/M1 Max chip as the current MacBook Pro. It’s unclear if Apple also plans to expand the iMac Pro’s port offerings with an SD card slot and an HDMI port like the company did with the MacBook Pro (2021). The current 24-inch iMac only includes USB-C/Thunderbolt ports.

Apple’s M1-powered 24-inch iMac released back in May of 2021. While the iMac is a little pricey despite its powerful M1-chip, its colourful design and sleek accessories remain impressive. For more on the 24-inch iMac (2021), check out my review.

Source: Ross Young Via: MacRumors 

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Apple no longer sells 21.5-inch iMac

Apple has taken down its store listing for the 21.5-inch iMac.

The computer has been officially replaced by the 24-inch iMac with an M1 chip that Apple released earlier this year. That said, if you’re still looking to get your hands on the now-dead iMac, you can a few configurations are still available in Apple’s online Refurbished Store. However, I’d expect them also to sell out rather quickly.

This means that the only Intel iMac that Apple sells is the 27-inch that starts at $2,200 roughly in Canada. With the way things are going, I’d expect it to be replaced with an M-series chip at some point in the next 12-months.

Logically with the M1 Max and M1 Pro chipsets, Apple could even redesign the ageing Intel machine and replace it with its own chips for professionals.

Source: Apple Store Via: Apple Insider

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Don’t expect any more Apple events this year: report

Apple unveiled its highly-anticipated MacBook Pro refresh at its ‘Unleashed’ event on October 18th, which could be the last Apple event for this year.

People following Apple closely expected potentially three events from the company this year, similar to what it did last fall. In 2020, Apple had a September event for the Apple Watch and iPad, an October event for the iPhone 12 and HomePod and another October event for its first Apple Silicon Macs.

However, Bloomberg’s reliable Mark Gurman said in his latest ‘Power On’ newsletter that he wouldn’t expect a third event from Apple this year. The information appears to be in the Q&A section, so you won’t be able to see it if you’re a free subscriber. 9to5Mac shared the quote, which you can read below:

“I wouldn’t expect a third event this year or any other major announcements. Apple held three events last year because Covid-19 caused delays and disrupted its schedule. If Apple had any more Macs to launch this year, it would have announced them this past week—even if they wouldn’t be shipping until later this year. There’s really nothing else left of substance in the road map that would be ready for 2021. Instead, look for a larger Apple Silicon iMac, new Mac mini, new iPhone SE and new iPad Pro after 2022 gets underway.”

Frankly, it makes a lot of sense. This fall, Apple has announced new iPhones, the Apple Watch Series 7, a new iPad mini and base-level iPad, new MacBook Pros and new AirPods. The only other things we’re expecting are a new iPhone SE, an Apple Silicon iMac aimed at pros and a new iPad Pro. As Gurman said, if those were ready, Apple probably would have already announced them.

Moreover, Gurman notes in the newsletter that we should expect a new MacBook Air in roughly six to eight months. The new Air will sport an ‘M2’ chip sporting more graphics cores than the M1, but the same number of computing cores likely at a faster clock speed. In other words, there are still exciting announcements on the horizon, but don’t expect them until next year.

Source: Power On Via: 9to5Mac