Apple October Event 2024: After the recent launch of the iPhone 16 series, Apple is preparing for another event in the month of October. Reports from 9to5mac suggest that Apple will focus on updates to its Mac lineup during this event. According to sources, Apple plans to introduce new MacBook Pro models powered by the M4 chip, a redesigned Mac Mini, and an updated iMac. Other models including MacBook Air, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro are likely to arrive next year. Apart from this, Apple may introduce the next generation of the standard iPad along with a new iPad Mini in the month of October. 

What can be special in the October event 
M4 Mac update
The M4 series chip will be introduced in Apple's Mac products at the October event. The new MacBook Pro and 24-inch iMac are not expected to have significant design changes. However, the Mac Mini is set to be completely redesigned. Reports suggest that the next-generation Mac Mini could come in a more compact shape like the Apple TV set-top box. This new design will take up less space on the desk, although it may be taller than the current model. Apart from this, the updated Mac Mini is likely to eliminate the USB-A port. It will offer five USB-C ports instead.

The iPad update
could see Apple update the iPad mini and standard iPad with enhanced chipsets along with the M4 Mac. The iPad mini could include the new A18 series chip introduced with the iPhone 16 series. The 2024 model could include a landscape-oriented front-facing camera and compatibility with the Apple Pencil Pro. The standard iPad is set to get a performance upgrade with its 11th-generation model, which is expected to integrate the A18 chip to support advanced Apple intelligence features. 

iPhone SE 4 and Apple Watch SE may arrive in 2025
Reports also reveal plans for a significant redesign of the next iPhone SE model. This upcoming budget-friendly iPhone is expected to feature an edge-to-edge OLED display, remove the traditional home button, and adopt a chassis inspired by the iPhone 14. The iPhone SE may also include the A18 chip, which could facilitate advanced Apple intelligence features. 

Apple is expected to introduce a new design with improved features for the Apple Watch SE. The next version of the Apple Watch SE may include an all-plastic design, which could reduce production costs and allow for more advanced functions.