Apple is keeping the momentum going after today’s iPad mini reveal by preparing a series of updates for its desktop and laptop lines. Industry expectations point toward a Tuesday launch for a refreshed iMac and a 14 inch MacBook Pro, both of which are slated to feature the M6 chip. This processor first made its appearance in the redesigned Mac mini back in August, bringing improved performance to two of Apple’s most popular machines without altering their existing physical designs.
The excitement doesn’t stop there, as the company has invited guests to an event in Los Angeles this Wednesday under the playful tagline Pro and tell. This teaser suggests that high end versions of the 14 inch and 16 inch MacBook Pros will be unveiled, featuring highly anticipated touch enabled OLED displays. While rumors previously suggested these premium models might carry a brand new MacBook Ultra name, current evidence indicates they will remain part of the established Pro family.
These announcements come at a complicated time for the tech giant as it grapples with fallout from recent product launches. Insiders suggest that Apple may have stumbled during the rollout of the iPhone Duo, specifically regarding pre order timing despite known manufacturing hurdles. Despite these growing pains in the mobile sector, Apple continues to diversify its hardware ambitions, including whispers of a retro inspired smart home hub reminiscent of the classic iMac G4 design.
