Apple invites you to the "Special Experience." On 4 March, we will see new MacBooks and iPads?

Calendar 2/17/2026

Apple is once again heating up the atmosphere with a brief announcement lacking specifics. On March 4th at 9:00 AM Eastern Time, there will be an event called "Special Apple Experience." The company traditionally does not reveal exactly what it will showcase, but industry speculation points to a refresh of the Mac and iPad lines. New configurations of MacBook Pro with more powerful chips and cheaper models aimed at less demanding users are in the mix. Updates for iPads with newer processors are also possible. Everything will be clarified at the beginning of March.

New MacBooks with M5 Pro and M5 Max chipsets?

The segment that generates the most excitement is laptops. According to leaks, Apple may present 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro models equipped with the new M5 Pro and M5 Max chipsets. This is a long-awaited update for users who need more computational power than the basic M5 offers.

Speculation also includes a more affordable MacBook with a chip similar to the A series, as well as a refreshed MacBook Air with the M5 processor. If these reports are confirmed, Apple could simultaneously target the premium segment and the market for cheaper laptops.

iPads and a possible budget iPhone

The event may also bring updates to the tablets. There is talk of a base iPad with a newer chip and an iPad Air powered by the M4 chip. The changes will likely focus mainly on processors, without a major revolution in design. In the background, there are also rumours of the iPhone 17e, which is a cheaper version of the iPhone with a newer processor and possible support for MagSafe. However, the key factor will be the price – it will determine whether the device will indeed fill a gap in the offering.

“Special Apple Experience” promises to be an event focused on refreshing the portfolio rather than a revolution. The new MacBooks with stronger chips may be the main attraction, but Apple could simultaneously bolster the iPad line and the budget segment. March 4 will show whether the company is preparing just an evolution or something more.

Source: Apple

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