For years, Apple has chosen March to unveil significant new products. An event around this time typically serves as the stage for introducing new hardware and the spring update for iOS. With anticipation growing, we explore what we might expect from this potential Apple Spring Event.
UPDATE: The latest rumors indicate that instead of an event, there may be a launch through press releases and some videos.
Software Updates at the Apple Spring Event 2024
First and foremost, we already know that this March Apple will release iOS 17.4 with very important new features: support for third-party app stores in the European Union, a next-generation CarPlay, quantum security in iMessage, improvements in stolen device protection, Apple Podcasts transcriptions, and much more is arriving in just a few days.
Additionally, we expect updates for iPadOS 17.4, macOS 14.4, watchOS 10.4, tvOS 17.4 and visionOS 1.1 to arrive as well.
Rumored Products for the Apple Spring Event 2024
Furthermore, rumors suggest the launch of new iPad models. Renewed iPad Pros could arrive with larger OLED displays, the M3 chip, and be accompanied by a new Magic Keyboard and a more versatile Apple Pencil.
The new iPad Airs, meanwhile, might feature a new camera, add a second larger size, new colors, and improved performance with M2 or M3 chips.
Also expected is an update to the MacBook Airs (which Jony Ive nearly managed to eliminate) with the M3 chip, promising faster performance and improvements in graphic rendering. However, it seems there will be no design change.
Lastly, one must wonder if at this spring event Apple will introduce a new iPhone color, thus continuing its tradition of releasing new shades mid-way through the annual release cycle of these devices, which is celebrated in September. Meanwhile, the colors of the upcoming iPhone 16 are already being rumored.
With significant software updates and rumors of new iPads and Macs, the potential Apple event in March promises to be exciting. We'll be on the lookout for all the surprises Apple has in store for us next month.
On Hanaringo | Everything we expect Apple to unveil in 2024