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2021 iPad mini may get slimmer bezels, larger 8.4-inch display
The rumor: A new version of the iPad mini will be launching in early 2021, according to Macotakara (68.6% accurate).
- A larger 8.4-inch screen may be surrounded by slimmer bezels, with a similar design to the iPad mini before it
- Macotakara also expects the Lightning port and Touch ID to remain
- The new iPad mini may release as soon as March 2021
Our take: This is great news for anyone who has been waiting for a new iPad mini! It hasn’t been updated in just under 2 years, but Apple doesn’t seem to be done with the product line just yet.
January 8, 2021
Apple Car likely 5-7 years away
The rumor: Apple is actively developing a self-driving vehicle, but it won’t hit the road for years to come, according to Mark Gurman (89.1% accurate).
- “Apple Inc. will take at least half a decade to launch an autonomous, electric vehicle because development work is still at an early stage” Gurman says
- In previous years, the project had been more focused on only developing self-driving technology
- Other reports pegged a launch as early as September 2021
Our take: With Gurman’s wildly good track record, I take it he has the best pulse on the car project out of anyone. 2025-2027 is realistic, 2021 is not.
January 7, 2021
AirTags accessories imagine potential use cases
The leak: A pair of AirTags accessories from Nomad have leaked, according to Evan Blass (92.9% accurate).
- Both a leather keychain (with a square design) and glasses holder (with a circular design) may be in the pipeline
- The accessories, rumored to release from Nomad in 2021, don’t have pricing or an exact release date just yet
Our take: Never thought about the possibility of AirTags helping you keep track of your glasses. Pretty cool!
January 7, 2021
Limited edition AirPods Pro released
The news: Apple has released a special edition of AirPods Pro in honor of the Chinese New Year.
- “AirPods Pro Year of the Ox Limited Edition” feature special packaging and are engraved with a unique Ox Animoji on the wireless charging case
- Apple is not rumored to update AirPods Pro until later in 2021, so it may be a good time to buy
Our take: These are insanely cool, and I would love to see some similar special edition product made available in the US, too. Happy new year!
January 6, 2021
2021 iPad Pro may release in March
The rumor: Apple plans to update the iPad Pro within the next three months, according to Jon Prosser (79.2% accurate).
- Apple may update the iPad Pro line as soon as March: Prosser has also said that this is when Apple will hold their next special event
- Rumors suggest the next iPad Pro will feature a mini-LED display and 5G connectivity
Our take: Apple is known to release a new product or two in March. An iPad Pro update then feels right to me.

March https://t.co/8UYHgGOxJH
— jon prosser (@jon_prosser) January 6, 2021
January 6, 2021
All iPhone 13 models may get LiDAR scanner
The rumor: Apple plans to expand LiDAR to more iPhones this year, according to DigiTimes (65.1% accurate).
- All 4 iPhone 13 models may feature LiDAR scanners, which is currently only available on iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max
- LiDAR is primarily useful in AR scenarios, but also helps with low-light autofocus and portrait mode photos
Our take: As Apple prepares to launch AR glasses as soon as 2022, a solid ecosystem of AR hardware will be required: LiDAR on all iPhones is a step forward there. Odd that this Pro-positioned feature could go on all models so soon, though.
January 4, 2021
Mysterious Apple AR product launching in 2021
The rumor: Apple plans to launch a new augmented reality (AR) product sometime in 2021, according to Ming-Chi Kuo (78.2% accurate).
- This latest report shares no additional details about the AR product, but sources have suggested that a mixed reality AR/VR headset could launch as soon as later this year
- Kuo also expects new AirPods, MacBook Pro models and AirTags to drop in 2021, as well
Our take: I could see at least the announcement of this AR/VR headset this year. No Apple Glass, though, the full-on pair of AR glasses: those aren’t coming until likely 2022/2023.
January 4, 2021
AirTags shown in new 360º video, likely coming in Spring
The leak: Our first holistic look at AirTags has been shared by Jon Prosser (79.2% accurate).
- Similar to previously shared renders, the new 360-degree video provides a level of depth
- This animation could be displayed to a user when setting up AirTags for the first time
- Prosser says AirTags are likely, finally releasing sometime this Spring
Our take: This matches up with what Prosser has shared previously regarding AirTags, and considering he nailed the design of AirPods Max ahead of launch, I’d say these are spot on. Now we just continuing waiting for them to drop.
January 4, 2021
AirPods Pro 2 may come in multiple sizes
The rumor: Apple may be working on multiple sizes of second generation AirPods Pro, according to Mr.white (50% accurate).
- New images depict a longer cable attached to a similar System in Package (SiP) design
- White also suggests the same audio chip (H1) will be included
Our take: White, who is accurate about half of the time, interestingly refers to the “W2 Chips,” in these images. However, Apple replaced the W1 chip in AirPods 1 with the H1 chip powering AirPods 2/Pro–perhaps he is referring to H1 as the second generation ‘W2’ chip? With no other sources reporting different sizing for AirPods Pro 2, this is a first.

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December 29, 2020
New Apple products coming in 2021
The roundup: Just days away from 2021, here are all the Apple products that you can expect to see in the next 365 days.

March/April
- iPad Pro: 14X chip (likely), mini-LED display and 5G connectivity
- Redesigned 24/32-inch iMac models: slim bezels, iPad Pro-like design, M1X/M2 inside
- AirPods 3: Hybrid AirPods 2/Pro design, H1 chip, costs $199
September/October
- Apple Watch Series 7: new design, Touch ID & more health features
- iPhone 13 mini: 5.4-inch OLED display and smaller notch, faster processor, improved cameras & Wi-Fi 6E
- iPhone 13: 6.1-inch OLED display and smaller notch, faster processor, improved cameras & Wi-Fi 6E
- iPhone 13 Pro: 6.1-inch 120Hz OLED display and smaller notch, Touch ID, faster processor, improved cameras, Wi-Fi 6E
- iPhone 13 Pro Max: 6.7-inch 120Hz OLED display and smaller notch, Touch ID, faster processor, improved cameras, Wi-Fi 6E
- Redesigned 14/16-inch MBP models: mini-LED displays, slimmer bezels, M1X/M2 inside
- AirPods Pro 2: radical circular design, H2 chip
Unknown release date
- iPad mini 6: 8.5-9-inch mini-LED display
- iPad 9: 10.5-inch iPad Air 3 design, A13 processor
- iPhone SE ‘Plus’: 5.5-inch screen (maybe iPhone 8 Plus design)
- Apple TV: gaming focus, updated remote with Find My support
- AirTags: apple leaked the name themselves, Find My support, AR functionality
- Apple Pencil 3: black colorway, Find My support
December 28, 2020
iPhone 13 (2021) rumors and leaks
Expected to launch in September 2021, iPhone 13 will likely feature the same boxy design of iPhone 12. 4 new models, including even better 5.4, 6.1 and 6.7-inch displays, are set to be unveiled and Touch ID could make a big comeback. Here’s everything we know about iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro so far.

Courtesy of EverythingApplePro

More than 75% likely
- 4 models and 3 screen sizes: 5.4/6.1/6.7-inch, link
  - One model may be completely portlesss
  - 120Hz ProMotion display (Pro models only), link
- Under-display Touch ID in addition to Face ID, link
- 2 cameras on iPhone 12 and 3 cameras on iPhone 12 Pro
  - Larger camera sensor and wider aperture on ultra-wide lens
Less than 50% likely
- Smaller, shorter notch, link
- Faster Wi-Fi 6E, link
Courtesy of MacRumors

Extremely unlikely
- No notch, link
- USB-C port
Last updated 11.19.20: This page will be continually updated throughout 2021.
December 28, 2020