While it's increasingly likely that Apple won't hold an event this October, the company has plenty to do this month, with plenty of new product and software releases expected throughout the year. over the next few weeks. .
Following the debut of the iPhone 14 Plus rearview mirror, we've rounded up what to expect from Apple ahead of October.
iPadOS 16 with Scene Manager
Apple has said that iPadOS 16 will be released in October, although the company did not give a specific date for that month, but Bloomberg 's Mark Gorman said that the software update will be released at some point. Monday, October 24.
iPadOS 16 was supposed to be released alongside iOS 16 in September, but Apple delayed the software update until October to focus on improving the platform manager after some users criticized the feature's various shortcomings. Due to the delay, the update will be released as iPadOS 16.1 instead of iPadOS 16.0.
Stage Manager was originally limited to the iPad Pro and iPad Air models powered by the M1 chip, but Apple recently expanded the feature to include the older 2018 and 2020 iPad Pro models with the A12X and A12Z chips. The function does not support the old external display. Models that limit functionality to four programs on the built-in screen.
iPadOS 16 is compatible with all iPad Pro, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad mini 5th generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later.
New iPad Pro
Apple is expected to introduce updated 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro models this month with major new features, including the M2 chip and support for MagSafe wireless charging. Since Apple is not planning to hold an event in October this year, the new iPad Pro may be announced at a press conference held at the Apple office.
Apple last updated its iPad Pro lineup in April 2021 with new features, including an M1 chip, a Thunderbolt port, 5G support for mobile models, a brighter 12.9-inch display, and an improved 12MP front camera that supports video apps. Like FaceTime, a feature of Apple's iPad Pro line. You need the Apple Center to stay up-to-date.
Apple is also expected to update the entry-level iPad this month with a larger 10.5-inch screen, a USB-C port and a flat chassis with a bumper for the rear camera. Other rumors include the A14 Bionic chip and 5G support for mobile models.
iOS 16.1 with Live Actions and more.
Apple may release iOS 16.1 alongside iPadOS 16.1 this month, with the latest beta versions of each update sharing the same build number. The software update includes live action support in third-party apps, a clean charging option in the US, support for Matter accessories in the Home app, Apple Fitness+ workouts without an Apple Watch, and more. includes many new iPhone features such as
Apple is expected to release iOS 16.2 before the end of the year, as iOS 16 features such as Satellite Emergency SOS and Apple's new free collaboration app Whiteboard are still in the works.
macOS Ventura
Apple said that Macross Ventura will be released in October, but the company did not give a specific date. macOS Ventura will likely be released in the last week of October with iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16.1, specifically macOS Monterey, iOS 15.1 and iPadOS 15.1 on Monday, October 25, 2010. After its release last year.
Macross Ventura gets its own version of Stage Manager to keep Windows at the center, a redesigned System Preferences app, support for using your iPhone as a Mac webcam, new clock and weather apps, and more. suggest.
New Max
Gorman said in late August that Apple was working on new MacBook Pro, Mac mini, and Mac Pro models with M2-series chipsets, adding, "We'll probably see at least two of these devices within a few months." October. Gurman now believes that the new Mac Pro will most likely be released in 2023, but there is still a chance that the MacBook Pro and Mac mini will be updated with macOS Ventura this month.
The new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models are rumored to feature M2 Pro and M2 Max chipsets, but there are a few other changes as well. The new Mac mini is expected to be updated with M2 and M2 Pro chipsets.
More days to remember
- Back-to-school deal ends soon in Europe : Apple's annual back-to-school deal ends on October 17 in European countries including the UK, Germany, Italy and Spain. , move fast. A €150 Apple Gift Card towards the purchase of a qualifying new Mac or iPad.
- Ask Apple Sessions: This week, Apple announced Ask Apple, a new series of interactive Q&A and one-on-one consultations that will allow developers to connect directly with Apple employees for information, support and feedback. The first Ask Apple sessions will be held on October 17-21.
- Earnings Report : Apple will announce results for the fourth fiscal quarter of 2022 on October 27 at 1:30 p.m. announces.
