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Image Credits:<\/strong> Apple<\/p>\n<\/div>\nWe’re working with the extremely fun potential name Mammoth here. The potential name for lucky macOS 13 is among those for which Apple applied for a trademark some years back. In addition to being an extinct elephantid, Mammoth is also a region of the Sierra Nevada, which is in keeping with the last several macOS versions. Early rumors of the new OS aren’t the most exciting in the world, but will include a long-awaited update to the Settings app, as well as revamps to some key Apple apps.<\/p>\n
That second bit makes sense, as the company is further blurring the lines between iOS and macOS for developers and users alike. The list potentially includes old standbys like Mail, Safari, Podcasts and Notes.<\/p>\n
watchOS 9 and tvOS 16<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Image Credits:<\/strong> Apple<\/p>\n<\/div>\nThings start getting even thinner here. watchOS is expected to get some key features like new faces for the larger display, as well as an improved low power mode. Honestly, that second one is important. Battery is still a big issue with the Apple Watch compared to the competition. Hopefully software improvements coupled with a larger battery can help make the device more competitive on that front when the Series 6 rolls around.<\/p>\n
tvOS remains a big question mark, especially after the operating system got virtually no love at last year’s event, beyond the addition of spatial audio. Likely we won’t see the long-rumored debut of homeOS, but tvOS will probably be getting some key home automation updates nonetheless.<\/p>\n
Hardware<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Attendees view new MacBook Pro laptop computers during an event at Apple Inc. headquarters in Cupertino, California, US, on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016. Apple Inc. introduced the first overhaul of its MacBook Pro laptop in more than four years, demonstrating dedication to a product that represents a small percentage of revenue. Image Credits:<\/strong> David Paul Morris \/ Bloomberg via Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\nHere’s where things get (even more) fun. With the move to first-party silicon, the new Macs have been coming in hot over the last couple of years. After the release of M1 and its (many, many) subsequent iterations, word is that the newer, more powerful M2 chip is around the corner. If that happens, it will almost certainly bring new hardware. A new MacBook Air has been rumored, as has a long-awaited camera upgrade stuck inside a MacBook Air \u2013 style screen notch. Fun, if less-founded rumors have pointed to iMac-style colors for Apple’s thin and light as well.<\/p>\n
A new Mac Pro isn’t on the list, but that would be an interesting wrinkle – especially considering what Apple would have to execute on the chip front to really pull apart from the pack. Ditto for a new version of the bygone iMac Pro.<\/p>\n
If Apple really wants to make a splash, it will offer a glimpse at its long-rumored headset. TO trademark application<\/a> for realityOS seems to suggest that the combo AR \/ VR wearable could be announced sooner rather than later. The company has also been rumored to be showing the system off to shareholders. All signs point to a 2023 release, however, which would mean – best-case scenario – nothing more than a \u201cone more thing\u201d style glimpse at what’s to come.<\/p>\nAs ever, TechCrunch will be bringing the news to you as it happens.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n