What Not to Expect at Next Week's 'Peek Performance' Apple Event

Apple will be holding a special event on Tuesday, March 8, where it is expected to announce a new iPhone SE, iPad Air, and at least one new Mac.

There will be at least three new Apple Watches, multiple new Macs, and more product announcements from Apple in the years to come. The first of the year is next week and it will only look at a few product announcements from the list. We have compiled a list of products Apple is unlikely to announce next week, but later on in the year or in the future.

Larger Apple Silicon iMac

Apple is expected to announce at least one new Mac at its event next week, but that is unlikely to be a larger iMac. The iMac is powered by the M1 chip and has a 24 inch screen.

The older model of the iMac continues to feature an almost 10-year old design, but Apple is rumored to be working on a new model. A mini-LED, ProMotion display, and a design similar to the 24-inch desktop are rumored to be features of the larger Apple Silicon.

Second-Generation AirPods Pro

If rumors are correct, the second-generation AirPods Pro will launch this year, but it won't be at the upcoming event on March 8. The addition of a MagSafe case last October was the last update for the Air Pods Pro. The second generation of Apple's high-end earphones is expected to feature a new, more compact design, support for Lossless audio, a new charging case, and possibly some health- tracking features.

Apple's AR/VR Headset

The biggest announcement from the company this year might be Apple's rumored augmented reality headset, but it will have to wait a little longer. While Apple has been working on the headset for a long time, rumors suggest this event won't be the time we hear about it.

Recent reports of development issues have cast doubt on Apple's plans to unveil the headset in June, suggesting a launch in 2023.

iPhone 14 and New Apple Watches

In the fall, Apple releases its flagship phones and watches. Expect updates to the low end of the phone range next week, but no Apple Watch announcements.

Conclusion

On the surface, Apple's event next week seems subdued, but it will likely include some discussion about the company's services and could offer some dates on the public release of iOS and iPadOS. The Worldwide Developers Conference is likely to be Apple's second event of the year, but no details have been shared.