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Apple's 2023 Roadmap: When to Expect New Product Launches This Year
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Then why is there no M1 Pro chip in it? The Mac Studio is a Mac Pro mini, not a Mac mini Pro.
If the roadmap is accurate, its a bit odd to say the least.
As the article mentions, the studio would have outdated hardware, and what is worse, you could already argue that the Mac Studio with a M1 Max is already slightly pointless versus a MacBook Pro with a similar config. If the MacBook Pro's get an M2 upgrade, and the M2s deliver better GPU performance as promised, it might very well even make the Studio Ultra config irrelevant.
Meaning they will have a completely pointless product on their hands.
As the article mentions, the studio would have outdated hardware, and what is worse, you could already argue that the Mac Studio with a M1 Max is already slightly pointless versus a MacBook Pro with a similar config. If the MacBook Pro's get an M2 upgrade, and the M2s deliver better GPU performance as promised, it might very well even make the Studio Ultra config irrelevant.
Meaning they will have a completely pointless product on their hands.
Am I the only one who hates the junky 2013 macbook like - macbook pro 14 and 16. Apple needs to make their macbook much slimmer or keep an intel version for slimness and compatibility.
Apple is reportedly planning to launch at least 10 Apple devices this year, with new product releases seemingly planned for each quarter of the year.
After months of rumors about many of Apple's upcoming devices, we have gathered information from a range of sources to provide a tentative roadmap for the company's launch plans this year. The below time frames are based on information from reliable sources like Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, and display analyst Ross Young – all of whom have very good track records in providing accurate insights into Apple's plans.
First Half of 2023
Naturally, there is more specific information about Apple's plans for the first half of 2023 since these devices are much further along in their development cycle. The fourth quarter of 2022 was the first time in 22 years that Apple did not release new Macs, and with many of the Macs in Apple's lineup now in desperate need of an update, the first half of 2023 looks to be a Mac-heavy period for new products.
First Quarter
- 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with M2 Pro and M2 Max chip options
- 27-inch external display with mini-LED panel
- Mac mini with M2 and M2 Pro chip options
- Mac Pro with M2 Ultra chip
- New full-size HomePod
According to one report coming out of Asia, Apple is planning to release updated 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro models specifically around March, but other sources have been reluctant to narrow down a more specific time frame for the new machines. Since these devices have been expected to launch since the fourth quarter of 2022, the new MacBook Pros seem like the devices most definitely timetabled for early this year.
It is worth noting that upon the launch of the M2 Max MacBook Pro and the M2 Ultra Mac Pro later this year, the current Mac Studio will contain outdated chip hardware and, logically, should also see a refresh – though we haven't heard concrete rumors about such an update to date.
There is also a chance that a new HomePod mini could accompany the revival of the full-size HomePod, likely with a newer chip.
Second Quarter
- 15.5-inch MacBook Air with M2 and M2 Pro chip options
Entering mass production in the first quarter of 2023, an all-new 15.5-inch MacBook Air model is the only device that we are aware of on the cards for the second quarter, falling between May and August. This timing could suggest a launch that falls around WWDC, which Apple usually holds in early June.
Second Half of 2023
Less is known about the exact timing of Apple's releases for the second half of 2023, but it could shape up to be a crucial period for the company with the launch of an entirely new device category. The two devices placed indeterminately in the second half of the year are as follows:
- Mixed-reality headset
- Second-generation AirPods Max
It is vital to note that Apple's headset is still expected to enter mass production in the first half of 2023, so only the actual launch of the device is rumored for the second half of the year. This means that Apple's headset could still be announced sooner rather than later in the first half of the year, but more specific timing is still difficult to pin down.
Likewise, little is known about the next-generation AirPods Max, but they are expected to launch by 2024 with USB-C, and could launch sometime in the second half of 2023 if trends established by the launch other AirPods launches continue to be followed.
Third Quarter
- iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Ultra
- Apple Watch Series 9
Apple's third-quarter releases are almost always the most predicable launches of the company's calendar, and 2023 is highly likely to mirror previous years with the launch of new iPhone and Apple Watch models in September.
With the Apple Watch Series 9 being likely to get the first Apple Watch chip upgrade since the Series 5, the Apple Watch Ultra could also get a 2023 refresh with a new chip.
Fourth Quarter
- iMac with M3 chip
- iMac "Pro" with mini-LED display and M3 Pro and M3 Max chip options
- Seventh-generation iPad mini with new chip
Other than 2022, Apple released new Macs in the fourth quarter of the year every year since 2001 – so Mac releases around this time of year are generally to be expected. While it is among the less firm rumors for this year, the fourth quarter of 2023 could be dominated by the iMac, with two new models – one succeeding the 24-inch iMac with the M1 chip from 2021 and one reviving the position of high-end all-in-one held by the iMac Pro between 2017 and 2021.
It is also worth mentioning that there are no rumors about any iPad refreshes for 2023 other than the iPad mini – so it could be quite some time before there multiple new tablets from Apple. Even the iPad mini could be pushed to early 2024, according to Ming-Chi Kuo.
At this early stage, the launch timing of Apple's new products for the year is still subject to change. Time frames will solidify throughout the year as announcement dates get locked in and we're likely to have a good idea of when to expect new devices as even more rumors emerge.
Article Link: Apple's 2023 Roadmap: When to Expect New Product Launches This Year
Setting aside the binned 8-core Pro variant on the lowest end 14" MBP configuration, the regular 10-core M1 Pro and Max chips have the exact same CPU so they perform quite similarly in CPU related tasks; the Max has an edge in GPU cores and memory bandwidth. A 10-core M2 Pro chip would absolutely outperform an M1 Max chip in most CPU-related functions, and that's not even taking into account the rumors that the M2 Pro and Max are stepping up to 12 cores. The M1 Max would be marginally faster in GPU power but the M2 Pro would still get a noticeable boost in graphics performance if you extrapolate the gains the M2 made.
Nope. Love the size of the 16 MacBook Pro (I’ve got the M1 Max) and I’d go as far as saying it’s the first Pro laptop they released since the 2013 model. The 15” Skylake I had was just a glorified Air. Do anything on it and either the fan kicked in or I was able to cook a couple of eggs and a few rashers of bacon on it. The heat that thing produced was horrible. Battery life? Total Trash.
I have less faith with rumors then ever because of how 2022 played out, but hope we see some possibilities see the light of day for 2023. 
Just give me Apple Music Classical!I have less faith with rumors then ever because of how 2022 played out, but hope we see some possibilities see the light of day for 2023.
That first quarter looks too much for me, I think mac pro will be presented in WWDC, they announced the transition to Apple Silicon on one WWDC (iirc) so it will be a nice way to close the chapter. I'm curious about what they plan to do with the mac Studio, is there to stay or just to help in the waiting for the mac pro? Desktop offering is a bit crowded with mini, studio and pro.
Could be many things. Maybe they just want you to move to a more expensive model or they can’t have the chip in enough volume or simply there isn’t enough of a demand to make it worthwhile. Then again, the same could be said about a Mac Pro and they do make it. But honestly I don’t know and I won’t pretend to.
Much more model size variations with Mac desktops then Mac laptops if debating what more crowded. BTW you forgot the 24” iMac.
Aside from the Mac Studio, every other desktop Mac is due for an update in 2023, maybe even a larger iMac.
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Given that I see no need or want to wear a pair of goggles, it’s safe to say it wouldn’t matter. These will flop hard.
I see demand falling further this year for usual releases. Apple has an iPhone problem and a stock that’s way overvalued.
For a while, I‘ve wanted to replace my 27” iMac with either a Mac Mini or iMac, even if it’s 24”. I wish Apple had updated both already. If the iMac is going to have M3 then I’ll hold out for that. I don’t like Apple’s release cycle right now.
I always like when MacRumors sets Apples Roadmap for them...
More like a Mac Pro Mini. Apple did position the Mac Studio as the smaller size Mac Pro that a lot of people were clamoring for.
I was thinking an easier hurdle is to allow 8K HDR playback in YouTube.
But I like to see an external USB4 BD player that doesn't vibrate like hell that could be utilized.
One of the reasons I got an Xbox Series X was to play DVDs/Blu-rays/4k Blu-rays.I was thinking an easier hurdle is to allow 8K HDR playback in YouTube.
But I like to see an external USB4 BD player that doesn't vibrate like hell that could be utilized.
All I want is a backlit wireless magic keyboard.
The M1Max Studio is the MacMini Pro, the M1Ultra Studio is the MacPro Mini.
If Apple retains both options for the M2/3 based Studio it means that the Mini will stay 100% consumer centric (aka no "Pro" SoC) and that the M2/3 MacPro will either be way out in pricing even compared to the current MPro or won't come at all.
I really need a Mac mini M2 Pro! The cost of a Mac Studio M1 Max is way out of my financial target let alone beyond my processing needs.
My core purpose is:
Logic Pro and finally get into XCode (got some seriously great app ideas), personal computing and light WinArm gaming.
Given Apple’s secrecy and the utter unfeasibility of some recent rumours (Waist mounted power pack? Yeah, ok) we have no idea what they’re planning to launch and when beyond the usual September iPhone event and WWDC in June.
There are so many posts of people waiting for things that might either never come or have such a negligible increase in speed (M2 iMac) that you may as well get one now. The M1 is a ludicrous processor that can do *anything* you throw at it on any machine.
There are so many posts of people waiting for things that might either never come or have such a negligible increase in speed (M2 iMac) that you may as well get one now. The M1 is a ludicrous processor that can do *anything* you throw at it on any machine.
As I wrote earlier the Mac Studio is in a precarious position.
A more capable larger form factor that supersedes the Mac Pro (doesn't have to be as big) would be seen more attractive to utilize by creative users than the Mac Studio. (more ports, more memory, better thermals for sustained work)
Then you have your desire which is an updated cheaper Mac mini that supports 32 GB RAM w/better CPU/GPU performance such as the current M1 Pro SoC supports would work for most Mac mini users.