Apple's Upcoming Special Experience Event Set for March 4, 2026

Apple has officially set a date for its upcoming Special Experience event on March 4, 2026. Unlike previous gatherings, this one appears aimed primarily at press members, with no indication of a public livestream. The event will reportedly kick off at 9:00 a.m. ET, which translates to 7:45 p.m. Nepal time, and will take place simultaneously in New York, London, and Shanghai.

The showcase is anticipated to bring several new products to light. At the top of the rumor list is the iPhone 17e, positioned as the follow-up to the entry-level iPhone 16e. Leaks suggest it may pack an A19 chip, introduce MagSafe compatibility, sport a Dynamic Island-style OLED screen, and boast an improved front camera.

Beyond the iPhone, Apple could refresh its Mac lineup. The 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models are said to receive the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips respectively, while the MacBook Air might adopt a base M5 processor. There’s also talk of a budget-friendly MacBook powered by an A-series chip, potentially priced below USD 800, and possibly featuring an aluminum build with multiple color options.

Updates for the iPad and iPad Air families are also on the rumor mill, likely with newer processing power under the hood. Additionally, the Apple Studio Display could see a refresh, with some speculating it may incorporate mini-LED technology and a higher refresh rate, though these details remain less certain than other leaks.