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There seems to be an influential constituency within Apple that believes the desktop, portable and tablet markets are best served with an OS designed specifically for those devices. Even if Apple doesn’t combine both operating systems, developers can still benefit from only having to produce a single version of their apps (with different graphical user interfaces for touch and mouse-based uses). By having a common, proprietary silicon architecture at the desktop, portable and tablet levels, the company is able to keep its options open.

Given the above, I wouldn’t bet the farm on Apple announcing a formal integration of macOS and iOS at WWDC 2021. Will Apple answer the big question at WWDC 2021? Apple may believe that a merger of the two would require usability concessions that set the overall user experience several steps backward. From an Apple perspective, the two operating systems provide two distinct user experiences. In this scenario, touch is not a priority. Conversely, Apple designed MacOS with the assumption that the user’s hands will constantly rest on a keyboard and mouse. Apple’s point is that smartphones and tablets, unlike desktops and PCs, require you to look directly at the device all the time, making it easier to use.

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Even then, Apple made the case that notebook and (especially) desktop users would suffer from “gorilla arm” syndrome, where a user tires of constantly reaching over the keyboard to touch the PC display.

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In addition to the Mac Studio, which currently reigns as Apple’s most powerful Mac running its own silicon architecture, creative professionals are still awaiting for a Mac Pro refresh.Ĭompany executives already teased that the company is already working on switching the Intel-powered desktop flagship to Apple’s processor designs, though a release date was not given.Microsoft stirred the pot by formally introducing “touch” into its operating systems with Windows 8 in 2012. The M1 Ultra is a premium chip that is exclusive to the new Mac Studio desktop. Like the M1, the M2 is expected to bring a boost in processor and graphics performance while maintaining power efficiency.Īpple also has upgraded versions of its custom silicon for higher- performance Mac models, including the M1 Pro, M1 Max, and the M1 Ultra.

The M2 processor is expected to compete against processors from AMD and Intel, like Intel’s 13th-gen processor, which is expected to be formally unveiled this fall. With recent COVID-19 outbreaks in China, parts of the country are under new lockdown measures, which has not only affected production of components and manufacturing of devices, but the effects are also rippling through the country’s shipping and logistics industry. And the global pandemic could also factor into Apple’s plans for any hardware introductions the company may make this year. However, it’s still unclear what Apple’s plans are, as the typically tight-lipped Mac maker does not comment on rumors or speculation. Like the M1, the M2 chipset could come in multiple different configurations to target different demographics, from consumers and prosumers to professionals and power users. Given that Apple had introduced these three devices at WWDC 2020 with its M1 processor debut, it would make sense for Apple to unveil more than one Mac computer when it showcases the power of its next-generation M2 processor.Īhead of the latest round of rumors, it’s been reported that Apple has been quietly testing nine new Mac models with its M2 processor. The M2 would succeed the M1, which was originally introduced on the refreshed MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac mini.

If these reports are accurate, the refreshed Mac mini and redesigned MacBook Air could be among the first two new Macs to come with Apple’s new custom silicon. Hearing the M2 MacBook Air and the M2 Mac mini at WWDC.

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It’s already been widely reported and speculated that Apple could use its developer conference to unveil an entirely redesigned MacBook Air, and now we’re hearing that a new Mac mini upgrade featuring a yet to be announced M2 processor could also be unveiled at the show.Īccording to Notebookcheck, reliable Apple leaker LeaksApplePro had commented on social media that the new M2 MacBook Air and M2 Mac mini will launch at WWDC. WWDC 2022 is quickly approaching, and Apple fans could have a second Mac refresh to look forward to come June.

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