With barely a week and a half until Apple's expected March event, we're still uncertain how many Macs will be unveiled, but it's evident Apple has a slew of new Mac models in the works. We're still anticipating a new iPhone SE and an updated iPad Air during the event, so we should see upgrades to the most of Apple's core product lines.
We're also anticipating iOS 15.4 and related operating system upgrades to be delivered to the public around the time of the event, and Apple is still tweaking the changes as they progress through the beta stage. Looking further forward, this week saw speculations concerning Apple's development on its first AR/VR headset and its ambitions for not just a foldable iPhone but also all-screen Macs with folding screens, so keep reading for more information on these and other topics!
Apple Rumored to Launch New Macs Next Month, More Around May or June
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple will conduct its first media event of the year on Tuesday, March 8, and he has been assured that at least one new Mac will be introduced that day.
Apple is also likely to reveal a third-generation iPhone SE and a fifth-generation iPad Air during the March 8 event, with significant features of both devices believed to include an A15 CPU and 5G compatibility.
Apple Exploring 20-Inch All-Screen Foldable MacBook, But Foldable iPhone Delayed Until 2025
According to display industry expert Ross Young, who has a proven track record with display-related information for future Apple products, Apple is researching the idea of producing all-screen folding laptops with up to 20-inch panels.
Young believes that a foldable MacBook is still many years away, and that Apple's foldable iPhone would most likely not be ready until 2025.
iOS 15.4 Beta 4 Includes AirTag Anti-Stalking Changes
Apple released the fourth beta of iOS 15.4 to developers and public beta testers this week. Apple has included the expected AirTag anti-stalking enhancements, as well as a new Siri speech option, in the beta.
Apple also released the fourth betas of macOS Monterey 12.3, watchOS 8.5, and tvOS 15.4, as well as a new HomePod software beta, implying that the smart speaker would be available in more countries shortly.
Apple Reportedly Completes Production Tests for AR/VR Headset
According to DigiTimes, Apple has finished the second phase of engineering validation and testing (EVT 2) for its long-rumored augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) headgear.
According to the source, the headset will complete third-phase EVT 3 testing soon before volume manufacturing begins in August–September, with a final release scheduled for the end of the year.
