It is finally time. After several months of quiet, Apple is ready to start ramping up again with its first event of 2022, scheduled for Tuesday, March 8.

Our top stories for this week are centered around the event, and they include the announcement itself, our overviews of what we should and shouldn't expect to see at the event, and even some last-minute rumors, so read on for all of the details!

Apple Event Announced for March 8: 'Peek Performance'

The virtual event will be held on Tuesday, March 8 at 10 a.m. The time is in the Pacific. The event will be streamed on Apple.com and on YouTube.

We have a guide and video of our expectations for the event, which include a third-generation iPhone SE and a fifth-generation iPad Air that are both expected to gain a faster A15 chip and 5G support, along with other new features. One new Mac is expected to be announced.

The latest episode of The Mac Rumors Show features Dan, Hartley, and Sami talking about the upcoming event.

There will be live coverage of the Peek Performance event, which will kick off what is poised to be a busy 2022 for Apple.

Apple's 'Peek Performance' Event Page Features Animated AR Logo

Every event that Apple creates has a morphing augmented reality logo for people to check out.

You can see an augmented reality version of the logo that Apple created for its upcoming Peek Performance event if you visit Apple's events website on an iPad or iPhone.

What Not to Expect at Next Week's Apple Event

There are a number of products that are unlikely to launch until later this year or next year, even though there have been several rumors about what to expect at Apple's event next week.

We have put together a list of products that are unlikely to be announced at Apple's event next week, such as the second-generation AirPods Pro, which are rumored to launch in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Last-Minute 5G iPhone SE Details Leaked By Reliable Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo

Several new insights into details about the device have been provided by renowned Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.

There are several new details, including a boost in the maximum storage capacity to 512GB, but the same black design as the current model, according to previous rumors.

Will Apple Keep the Old iPhone SE Around at a Lower Cost?

Apple is expected to drop the price of the older model of the ‌iPhone SE', but it will be replaced by the new ‌iPhone SE', which is expected to be priced at $399.

In his weekly Power On newsletter, Mark Gurman suggested that Apple could possibly keep the 2020 model of the phone at a lower price.

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