A prominent leaked by the handle of “Lovetodream” has hinted that Apple is set to introduce a variety of color options for its updated iMac models at its “Spring Loaded” media event on Tuesday, April 20. Another pundit has indicated that the event will be an Apple Silicon launch.
Per “Lovetodream,” tweeting on Saturday, the account puts together an image of the AR invite’s logo alongside one displaying multiple G3 iMacs. The model in question was well known for being offered to the public in a wide variety of bright colors.
The leaker then followed this up with a second message that they “didn’t say anything” in that first post.
Previously, the tweeter speculated that Apple could introduce an iMac with a much larger screen than the existing 27-inch iMac model, though stopped short of advising on sizes.
Previous rumors have stated that Apple may be looking into providing color options for the new iMac. The models were described to be a blend of the Pro Display XDR and iPad Pro, complete with edge-to-edge displays and colors similar to the iPad Air.
It seems likely that Apple will use the event to introduce new Apple Silicon-based hardware, although it’s unclear if it will continue with the M1 or introduce a new variant. It’s also been speculated that Apple could release computer hardware using chips similar to its M-series, its A-series, or a modified version of the M1 in the iMac. Apple typically uses upgraded versions of A-series chips in its iPad Pro lineup, which is something that Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has speculated on.
Speculation from February had the “M1X” as a 12-core CPU, up from the 8 cores in the M1, as well as increasing the GPU from 8 cores to 16 cores. There were also claims the chip is made using a 5-nanometer process, have 256 execution units versus 128 in the M1, and be able to drive three displays instead of two.
It’s all up in the air right now, but should hopefully make more sense after Tuesday’s media event.
Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.
Via AppleInsider, Bloomberg, and @lovetodream