Apple Unleashed October 2021 event: what we expect to see

Date:
Sat, 16 Oct 2021 11:00:46 +0000

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Apple's October 2021 event Unleashed! is expected to show off several new devices including the AirPods 3 and new MacBook Pros powered by the M1X.

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Apple has announced that its October 2021 event - titled Unleashed! - will land very soon on October 18.

The tech company is promising to unveil some pretty impressive gadgets - so were eagerly counting down the hours until the event goes live at 10 AM PDT / 6 PM BST / 4 AM October 19 ACT.

However, if the wait is too much for you to find out what Apple has in store, we'll run you through everything we expect for the upcoming Apple showcase, along with our explanation of why these devices are likely to make an appearance. Read our Apple Watch 7 review Best iPad 2021 : is the iPad Air, Mini, or Pro the best for you? (Image credit: Future) MacBook Pros with M1X chip

The one device that we definitely expect at Apples Unleashed! event is a
brand new MacBook Pro 16-inch (2021) . The larger MacBook Pro is one of the few devices to not yet receive a refresh over the past year, and multiple rumors have indicated thats about to change.

In addition, were expecting a MacBook Pro 14-inch (2021) to be shown off too with many of the same specs as its 16-inch sibling. Not only are the new MacBook Pros for 2021 expected to be larger than last years MacBook Pro 13-inch, but both are all but guaranteed to use the long-awaited M1X chip .

Apples M1 SoC is a powerful tool that has helped to ensure its latest tech - such as the MacBook Pro (2020) , iMac (2021) and iPad Pro (2021) - are the best devices in the brands arsenal.

Rumors for the M1X indicate the follow-up hardware will release with 10 CPU cores and either 16 or 32 GPU cores depending on the variation you choose.
For comparison, the M1 only uses 8 cores for its CPU and a further 8 for its GPU, so if the rumors are true the M1X will be an even better tool for designers and those in graphics-intensive professions.

The MacBook Pro 13-inch (M1, 2020) was recently voted the best laptop for creatives at the TechRadar Choice Awards 2021 , so the prospect that the MacBook Pro 16-inch (2021) and MacBook Pro 14-inch (2021) will usurp it gives us more than enough reason to tune into the event on Monday. (Image credit: Future) Mac mini with M1X chip

Fans of Apples computers may be in for another treat during Unleashed! as we expect the company will unveil a new M1X-powered Mac mini too.

When the brand launched the MacBook Pro 13-inch with the M1 chip last year it also announced a new Mac mini (M1, 202), so we certainly wouldnt be surprised if the company did the same this year.

However, we will admit that were less confident about this than the M1X MacBook Pros. For one, we havent seen anywhere near as many Mac mini rumors
as we have for the two rumored MacBook Pros - a sign that details may not yet be as certain and its further from release.

Additionally, global shortages for silicon chips have had a huge impact on manufacturing new tech - especially in the computing sector. Its very likely that Apple might want to postpone its Mac mini-plans until next year so it
can better meet demands for its new MacBook Pro.

Well have to wait until Monday to know for sure though. (Image credit: Apple) AirPods 3

Finally, if youre not bothered by Apples computers you might still want to tune in to see the company unveil the next generation of its wireless
earbuds: the Apple Airpods 3 .

While we havent heard too many AirPods 3 rumors, theres still a fair amount
of evidence to suggest a new entry in the AirPods line is coming soon.

The biggest factor is Apples Spatial Audio feature. Apples immersive sound technology helps create a 360-degree soundscape for you to be immersed in while you listen to your favorite music, films, and TV. However its not supported by the last generation of AirPods - its only available on the AirPods Pro true wireless earbuds and AirPods Max over-ear headphones.

It would make sense if Apple finally released a pair of basic AirPods that could take advantage of its best audio tech.

Adding further fuel to the fire are the discounts weve recently seen on
Apples current AirPods; the two-year-old earbuds could be being sold off before the AirPods 3 replace them.

Once again we cant say for certain that the AirPods 3 will show up on Apples stage, but wed be more than a little surprised if they didnt make an appearance on Monday, October 18. Best MacBook and Macs : top Apple desktops and laptops



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