The Road to WWDC 2021 — This Week in Apple
In the week ahead of Apple's developer event, we look at what to expect at WWDC 2021, more iPad Pro and MagSafe rumors, firmware and betas, and Ted Lasso.
MacBook Pro
Malcolm Owen
New MacBook Pros with mini LED unlikely to launch at WWDC
A supplier report suggests Apple won't be able to begin mass production of MacBook Pros with mini LED until the end of 2021, bringing WWDC's hardware announcement rumors into some question.
Wesley Hilliard
Intel-based MacBook Pro is Intel's latest anti-Apple campaign target
Intel continues to throw shade at Apple, oddly aiming at the Intel-based MacBook Pro, but this time using gaming as a cudgel to try and prove Windows-based products are better than Apple's offerings.
Rumor: New MacBook Pro to debut at WWDC 2021
Apple is planning to unveil new MacBook Pro models at its annual developers conference in June, according to a prominent leaker.
Mike Peterson
Apple's new 'Why Mac' page makes the case for switching to Mac
Apple has launched a new "Why Mac" page on its site, designed to give new users a quick tour of all of the best Mac features.
Amber Neely
Redesigned Mac Pro with up to 40 Apple Silicon cores coming in 2022
Apple is reportedly readying a new Mac Pro desktop that could include a new faster Apple Silicon chip with up to 40 processing cores and 128 graphics cores for launch in 2022.
Apple may have one last Intel Mac up its sleeve
Apple may be getting a Mac ready for release that will use an Intel processor despite the transition to Apple Silicon, after a beta includes references to a 10-core Core i9 chip.
Future MacBook Pro, iPhone hinges could automatically adjust flexibility
Apple wants MacBook Pro and foldable iPhone lids to move smoothly when you open them, but then be rigidly strong supports for the display — and automatically adjust to what you need.
William Gallagher
Mini LED MacBook Pro may face supply constraints at launch
The impact of new coronavirus outbreaks in Taiwan is set to constrain production of mini LED screens, but won't delay the forthcoming MacBook Pro.
Will Shanklin
AppleInsider Staff
