Apple plans to launch its long-awaited AirTags item trackers, an unspecified augmented reality device and other new products in 2021, according to a new research note from renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, obtained by MacRumors.
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AirTags is expected to help users keep track of their personal items, such as keys, wallets, and backpacks, and will alert users of their Apple devices when they are separated from a tagged item. In 2019, MacRumors got screenshots showing that AirTags will be managed using a new Articles tab in the Find Mine app.
As for the augmented reality device, it is rumored that Apple works with augmented reality headphones, glasses or both, but Kuo did not specify. IPhones and iPads also offer augmented reality features, so there’s ambiguity here.
As expected, Kuo also said that Apple plans to launch new AirPods, plus Apple Apple Silicon Mac and its first devices with Mini-LED displays throughout the year. Earlier rumors pointed to a new 12.9-inch iPad Pro and several MacBook models with Mini-LED displays to be launched in 2021, offering richer colors, improved contrast and more.
Kuo previously said that Apple would plan to launch redesigned 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with Apple Silicon and Mini-LED screens in 2021. He also previously predicted that a new MacBook Air with Apple Silicon and a Mini-LED display will be launched. in 2022, but it’s unclear whether this laptop will also have a new design.
Apple has already announced that it plans to transition its entire Mac line to Apple Silicon in about two years, with other rumors that would be in the process, including a redesigned 24-inch iMac and a smaller Mac Pro desktop .