# Anticipated Announcements from Apple: What to Look For and What to Omit
Apple is set for an exhilarating week of announcements, beginning tomorrow, as stated by Greg Joswiak, Apple’s marketing head. While the focus will be on the eagerly awaited M4 Macs, numerous other Apple products are generating buzz among fans and consumers. Nevertheless, it is crucial to delineate what will not be featured this week.
## MacBook Air Featuring M4
The MacBook Air has consistently been a favorite among Apple enthusiasts, celebrated for its elegant design and portability. However, fans eager to see a new MacBook Air with the M4 chip may end up disappointed. Apple refreshed the MacBook Air with the M3 chip back in March 2023, indicating a commitment to its timeline, with the M4 version likely to arrive in early 2025. Thus, Apple’s slimmest and lightest laptop won’t be showcasing the latest chip until next March. It’s noteworthy that the iPad Pro, regarded by some as a computer, has already received the M4 chip.
## M4 Ultra Macs
Apple’s premium computers, including the Mac Studio and Mac Pro, are presently utilizing the M2 chip family. Regrettably, there are no expectations for an immediate shift to the M4 chipset for these models. As per Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, an upgrade for the Mac Studio is projected between March and June 2025, while the high-end Mac Pro with the M4 chipset is expected to debut from June to the fall of the coming year. This timeline indicates that users seeking an upgrade in the ultra-performance range will have to wait longer than anticipated.
## Budget iPad
There has been considerable anticipation for a refresh of the entry-level iPad, especially the iPad 11, which many believed would support Apple Intelligence. Yet, due to delays, it appears that Apple will hold off on updating its most affordable tablet until spring 2025. Display analyst Ross Young and Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman have noted that panel shipments for the iPad are set to commence this month, suggesting a spring release. Consequently, it seems that 2024 will not be the year for an iPad update, particularly given that there were no enhancements to the iPad lineup in 2023.
## Conclusion
In addition to the previously mentioned products, Apple is anticipated to unveil several other devices in spring 2025, including the iPhone SE 4, iPad Air, AirTag 2, and the inaugural smart home display from the company. These launches have been eagerly awaited and come as no surprise.
Regarding the immediate announcements, Apple intends to introduce the M4 MacBook Pro, M4 Mac mini, and M4 iMac starting tomorrow. These releases will align with the public debut of iOS 18.1, introducing the first Apple Intelligence features for users of the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 16, and iPhone 16 Pro.
Are you looking forward to Apple’s forthcoming announcements, or are you more intrigued by what’s on the horizon in spring? Share your opinions in the comments below!
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