Multiple leaks and rumors recently surfaced online, claiming that Apple would not launch the ARM-based 13-inch MacBook Pro and 12-inch MacBook Pro this year. Traditionally, Apple holds a second hardware event after the debut of its flagship iPhone, which happens in September. However, it might no longer be the case this year if the latest claim is to be believed.
No ARM-MacBook In Apple October Event
The new information about the ARM-based 13-inch MacBook Pro and 12-inch MacBook came from an industry insider named Komiya. In a recent tweet, the tipster, citing a new source, claimed that there is no October event where Apple would debut the new ARM-based MacBooks. It is worth noting that this tweet could have a lot of angles aside from taking it at face value.
Some fans believe that the Cupertino-based tech giant could still launch the ARM-based 13-inch MacBook Pro and 12-inch MacBook even without the usual debut. Apple could resort to an official press release or an official blog announcement. However, this is the first major transition that Apple MacBooks would go through after a long time using Intel chips, and the industry is expecting it to make a noise.
My new source suggests that there is no October event at which Apple is to unveil Apple Silicon MacBooks and more — Komiya (@komiya_kj) August 8, 2020
Delayed Release
At its recent WWDC 2020 keynote, Apple was confident that the first ARM-based Mac could arrive later this year. It is worth mentioning that the tipster's information is unconfirmed and unofficial. It is possible that Apple might delay the launch of its new ARM-based 13-inch MacBook Pro and 12-inch MacBook because the hardware is not yet ready.
If this is the case, the earliest that the industry could expect to see the new ARM-based 13-inch MacBook Pro and 12-inch MacBook are in the first quarter of next year. It can be recalled that earlier rumors suggested that the 13-inch MacBook Pro production would commence in the fourth quarter of this year. The same goes for the rumored 12-inch MacBook.
Other Details
Recently, Apple CFO Luca Maestri confirmed that there might be a slight delay in the availability of the iPhone 12 series because of supply chain issues. The executive projected the delay to be late by a few weeks than earlier anticipated. There are also reports that the iPhone 12 line up could be released in two stages. Like all tech companies, the current global health issue caused by the novel coronavirus affected Apple, especially in releasing its new products.
