Apple's Media Event to Be Held March 21, Not March 15

[littyboy]

a new macbook air + retina is long OVERDUE

 

[Fthree]

I was wondering what was going to come up interesting in the near future. Last 18 months I've been up for the iphone 6, then retina imac, rMB, watch, couple of ATVs and ipad pro. Can't see anything of interest to me coming up any time soon though... certainly nothing we know of in the next year

I'm getting tired of the marginal updates. The ipp is amazing BUT I really had to think hard about it because I have an air 2. Bought the ipp and used it through the trial period and found that it is amazing and I can finally leave my 15 at home

 

[Vanilla35]

I was researching just that, apparently http://www.macworld.co.uk/news/appl...rs-release-date-arm-cortex-processor-3606039/ has better intel on it than over here.
There is a good chance it's going to be a S update, but the question remains if they'll showcase it and launch by April, or wait till September and thats a good 6 months wait! But as far as I know, with it taking time for health sensors + perhaps a round watch/new design, am hoping the 3rd watch will bring it in with 7S/+ in 2017 but again nothing is certain as we've no idea what refresh/product cycle Apple chooses.

I had Withings Activite Pop, it was surprisingly accurate for steps tracking and with the addition of no charging whatsoever plus added benefit of sleep analysis. (really detailed awake/light/deep)
But it's a hit or miss, with the cons being that without any luminescent watch hands it's really hard to read when not in a lit room and then there are the software glitches/updates from them, I believe a late November one made the internal battery die out which apparently was a bug that sent the false alerts, which reminds me when you do change the battery there is a slight chance you'll scratch the back (it's really not effective method even with the tool provided) and my watch now is either 20 mins ahead, or behind, even with constant resets and syncs it won't stay on proper time.
Sorry I rambled lol.

My 2 cents, it's worth a try till the battery lasts for 6-7 months, also I won't recommend spending on the more expensive versions just yet.

Gotcha, yeah that's what I figured for the Apple-watch. I'd venture as far as to say it'll probably just be announced Sept and then shipping Feb-Apr, especially if there are any new models (additional tiers).

Thanks for the info, that's really good to know. So aside from the time not setting correctly (annoying to know you can't change it manually, lol), and the software glitch which drained your battery, it worked pretty well? Might hold me over till the the next Apple watch redesign.

 

[rodavilla]

"Re/code has confirmed the new date"
I am sorry but the only one who can (has the ability to) 'confirm' is Apple. Anyone and everyone else can ONLY add to the rumor.

 

[MacBH928]

There better be Skylake macbooks... I am tired of waiting...

 

[Soccertess]

I would really like an Apple watch 2 but I can see the motivation to hold a 'super September' event and release the redesigned IPhone and Watch together.

It makes sense to pair them together. I almost wish the Apple watch wasn't called Apple watch, but Iphone Companion. Really, that's all it is right now.

Apple watch really doesn't have it's own purpose at this point. If it had the health senses that were rumored, then it would be a game changer.

 

[jhudgins]

iPhone SE, iPad Pro 9.7": no 3D Touch = no sale.

 

[Carlanga]

OMG its happeninggggg... new watch band colorssssss How many are there now? lol

 

[Wild-Bill]

15" Skylake rMBP or bust.

 

[Count Blah]

I think what will happen eventually, if not immediately, is this. There will be only two lines: iPad and iPad Pro. The current mini 4 will drop that designation off and simply be an iPad (7.9"). The current Air 2 will drop that designation also, and be simply an iPad (9.7"). The iPad Pro line will consist of the current 12.9" model, and the new 9.7" model to be introduced. The mini 2 and Air will cease to be sold. Maybe a "price surprise" for the better for consumers to kick start sales again, and that's about it. Making them all Wi-Fi plus cellular at WiFi-only prices would be one way to give us all a break, instead of the shaft....er, instead of the Apple tax! We'll know soon I guess.

Oh good. So when Apple releases the follow on version, they can "simply" call it the iPad 2, right?

That won't be confusing at all.

 

[nicho]

if the 9.7 will be a pro will the current ipad pro become the ipad pro plus?

it'd be ironic to see them in starbucks, then.

 

[lchlch]

15" Skylake rMBP or bust.

Highly unlikely since Intel has yet to release a mobile skylake part with iris pro.

However we'all likely see a refresh of the mbp 13 and MacBook.

 

[2010mini]

Apple will be really screwed if that ever happens.

apple would be fine. They would just have to change their business model

 

[MentalFloss]

So another iPad also dubbed as the iPad pro and also 9.7"?

Customer One: "Well I have the iPad Air 2, what do you have?"

Customer Two: "The iPad Pro."

Customer One: "But it looks exactly the same as mine, what's the difference?"

Customer Two: "You can purchase a $100 Apple Pen to use with it, and it costs $200 more than yours."

Typical Macrumors. The device hasn't been presented yet, but people already know that it is pointless.
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And how is this any different than the past 3 'events'?
Thinner, faster iPad, iPhone something, Apple Music this or that, some accessory.

Meanwhile the Mac lineup rots on the vine.


Can't wait for the stock to skyrocket...

And meanwhile, the "rotting" Mac is still gaining market share.

What do you expect from a new Mac? Faster processors? Really? There's a reason why people don't buy a lot of new PCs anymore: For quite a while, processors have been fast enough for the vast majority of mainstream applications. So if Apple introduces a new generation of faster Macs, what exactly can they do that the last generation couldn't?

I got the fastest Mac Mini from the previous generation's lineup, and I can't see myself needing anything faster anytime soon. Apple introducing a new generation would just mean that in a couple of years, a new OS X version will obsolete my Mac. I am not unhappy if that doesn't happen.

 

[CarpalMac]

We have some VERY exciting products to announce today!

iPhone SE: It's almost as good as the 6S, but smaller, with an older design!

iPad 3: It's almost as good as iPad Pro!

One Last Thing!

More Watch Bands! Also, we've updated the software so you can (buy and) wear multiple watches that do the same exact thing!

Can you imagine how disappointing this event will be if there is no Macs?

You forgot the inevitable smug, self congratulatory section where they tell every how great they are and rubbish everyone else. Sure to feature some colourful pie charts comparing OS versions being used which will prove this point beyond all doubt....

 

[smulji]

Thanks for the update. So that goes to my original point, at most it will be a processor bump, and that typically isn't even a footnote at such events.

Personally, I don't expect the rMB to get an update until the iPhone 7 comes out, and they replace the 3.5mm jack with a Lightning port. That will be news.

If Apple does that, then don't be surprised if they replace the Intel Core M processor with a custom Apple A-series ARM-based processor. The processor in the 12.9" iPad Pro is already as fast as, if not faster, than the Intel Core M in the current rMB.

 

[Hank Carter]

Typical Macrumors. The device hasn't been presented yet, but people already know that it is pointless.
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And meanwhile, the "rotting" Mac is still gaining market share.

What do you expect from a new Mac? Faster processors? Really? There's a reason why people don't buy a lot of new PCs anymore: For quite a while, processors have been fast enough for the vast majority of mainstream applications. So if Apple introduces a new generation of faster Macs, what exactly can they do that the last generation couldn't?

I got the fastest Mac Mini from the previous generation's lineup, and I can't see myself needing anything faster anytime soon. Apple introducing a new generation would just mean that in a couple of years, a new OS X version will obsolete my Mac. I am not unhappy if that doesn't happen.

There are a lot of professionals out there who use the Mac to make a living and quite often they need the latest technology to stay competitive. The current Mac Pro with a 4 year old GPU that can't be upgraded is not competitive for a lot of people working in the creative field.

PS: Your fastest Mac Mini from the previous generation is actually faster in many operations than the current model, which was more of a downgrade than anything.

 

[tillsbury]

What do you expect from a new Mac? Faster processors? Really? There's a reason why people don't buy a lot of new PCs anymore: For quite a while, processors have been fast enough for the vast majority of mainstream applications. So if Apple introduces a new generation of faster Macs, what exactly can they do that the last generation couldn't?

Exactly. My riMac 2014 is still very quick indeed. The 2015 update was tiny and I hardly expect fireworks from the next one. Obviously if you're in the market for a serious new laptop then a Skylake rMBP is worth waiting for, but I can't see anything earth-shattering coming up for either rMB or riMac, both of which are absolutely fine and not worth ditching for 10-20% speed increase. I'm not even convinced yet that the iphone 7 will be worth ditching the 6 for...

 

[smulji]

I think what will happen eventually, if not immediately, is this. There will be only two lines: iPad and iPad Pro. The current mini 4 will drop that designation off and simply be an iPad (7.9"). The current Air 2 will drop that designation also, and be simply an iPad (9.7"). The iPad Pro line will consist of the current 12.9" model, and the new 9.7" model to be introduced. The mini 2 and Air will cease to be sold. Maybe a "price surprise" for the better for consumers to kick start sales again, and that's about it. Making them all Wi-Fi plus cellular at WiFi-only prices would be one way to give us all a break, instead of the shaft....er, instead of the Apple tax! We'll know soon I guess.

Personally, I'd like to see the iPad Air line get dropped completely and just have:

iPad - 7.9"

iPad Pro - 9.7" / 12.9"
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if the 9.7 will be a pro will the current ipad pro become the ipad pro plus?

it'd be ironic to see them in starbucks, then.

Think of it akin to the rMBP line. You have two sizes - 13" & 15" but both just called rMBP. And no numbering system either. It's time the iPad / iPhone branding take a page from Apple's laptop line.

 

[John Mcgregor]

Best. Comment. Ever.

Most idiotic comment ever.

 

[nicho]

Think of it akin to the rMBP line. You have two sizes - 13" & 15" but both just called rMBP. And no numbering system either. It's time the iPad / iPhone branding take a page from Apple's laptop line.

it was actually a caffeine related joke, but anyway...

that wouldn't work unless they started immediately discontinuing models when a new one is released rather than lowering the price.

 

[Trahearne]

Exactly. My riMac 2014 is still very quick indeed. The 2015 update was tiny and I hardly expect fireworks from the next one. Obviously if you're in the market for a serious new laptop then a Skylake rMBP is worth waiting for, but I can't see anything earth-shattering coming up for either rMB or riMac, both of which are absolutely fine and not worth ditching for 10-20% speed increase. I'm not even convinced yet that the iphone 7 will be worth ditching the 6 for...

They would be fireworks - not in the CPUs but in the GPUs. But of course the new 16/14nm GPUs could appear only at the higher price points.

 

[dumastudetto]

apple would be fine. They would just have to change their business model

I think that might be a tad more difficult than you make it sound. That being said, if the entire economic model the global economy is built upon collapsed - we'll all have bigger problems to worry about than acquiring new iOS devices and MacBooks.
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"Re/code has confirmed the new date"
I am sorry but the only one who can (has the ability to) 'confirm' is Apple. Anyone and everyone else can ONLY add to the rumor.

Jim Dalrymple saying it is so (and Gruber linking to his confirmation) is good enough for me.

 

[sshambles]

Wait a second. 9.7 inch iPad called "iPad Pro"? Huh?

Remember when the first Retina MacBook was the 15"?

Took a while to bring the 13" the Retina screen. Sometimes bigger comes first, unlike the iPhone over iPad initial release in 2007.

 

[The Chosen One]

Not sure why you think we'd ever know the official date from anyone besides Apple. Hence why the website is called MacRUMORS, not MacOFFICIALNEWS. Don't be so uptight

Very true. We might need to let some of the site writers know about this. Only rumours from now on and not a single hard fact anymore.