Apple's "Spring Loaded" event was a virtual media event held on Tuesday, April 20, 2021, where the company unveiled new iPad Pro models, AirTags item trackers, colorful new iMacs based on Apple silicon, and an updated Apple TV 4K with new Siri Remote.
The event also included the launch of a new purple color for the iPhone 12 and 12 mini, new spring colors for iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands, Apple Card Family to allow cardholders to share their accounts with family members, and new Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.
April 2021 Event
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How to Watch the 'Spring Loaded' Apple Event on April 20, 2021
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Apple is planning to hold its first media event of 2021 tomorrow on Tuesday, April 20, at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time through a live stream. The event is expected to see the unveiling of updated iPad models, likely some information related to...
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What to Expect From Apple's April 20 Event: New iPads, AirTags and More
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April 20 Event Day! Follow along with our live blog for the latest updates, and we're also live tweeting the event on Twitter.
Apple is planning to hold its first event of 2021 on Tuesday, April 20, and it's looking like it will be an iPad-centric event. There are several iPad refreshes rumored to be coming for the iPad Pro, iPad mini, and low-cost iPad.
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