Three iPads, three watches, five Macs and an AR headset: an insider spoke about Apple's plans for 2022
Miscellaneous / / December 06, 2021
It looks like next year will be more rich in new items than ever.
iPad 2022
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gourmet, in 2022 Apple going to update three iPads, including the base entry-level iPad Air and iPad Pro. Little is known about them.
- iPad (10th generation) - This new product can get a thinner body and a larger screen, making it similar to the iPad Air 3 (2019).
- The iPad Air (5th generation) was supposed to get an OLED screen from Samsung, but Apple is now reported to have opted out of the upgrade and will stick with IPS technology. The filling will be updated to the level of a fresh model. iPad mini.
- The iPad Pro is credited with a new design with a glass back and wireless charging never seen before in a tablet from the company.
Apple Watch 2022
Watch ruler will be replenished at least three models. So, in addition to the classic Watch Series 8, you can expect a new generation of Watch SE with a slightly redesigned design and previously unavailable health functions.
A completely new watch for athletes can be much more interesting. Such Apple Watch will have a sturdy case that is more resistant to scratches, dents, drops and other impacts. It is possible that gossip the release of the flat-end watches that were running before the release of the Watch Series 7 referred to this unusual model.
Mac 2022
As for the Mac, here, according to Mark Gourmet, expected 5 devices at once:
- top iMac with Apple Silicon chip, which in the line will be higher 24-inch iMac‌ (rumors about him have already appeared);
- brand new MacBook Air with M2 chip and new design;
- updated Mac mini;
- new entry-level MacBook Pro;
- new Mac Pro with Apple Silicon chip.
Apple AR headset
If Ming-Chi Kuo previously reportedthat Apple's AR headset is intended to be an alternative to the iPhone, then Mark Gurman is more restrained in his insights. According to him data, the first version of the gadget will not be positioned as a replacement for the iPhone, Mac or iPad. Apple's Mixed Reality device, which combines AR and VR, will be focused only on games, media consumption and communication.
Moreover, the focus should be on games, especially considering that the gadget will have multiple processors, built-in cooler, very high resolution 4K displays and own store applications.
Apple will work with multiple media partners to create content that can be viewed in virtual reality. It also mentions VR FaceTime for video calling and the ability to use Animoji. The headset is expected to be released at the very end of 2022.
In addition to all of the above tablets, watches and computers, in 2022 should go out four iPhone 14 models, iPhone SE 5G and probably second generation AirPods Pro headphones.
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