You may want to consider exploring other alternatives to the anticipated 27-inch desktop upgrade, as Apple recently clarified that there won’t be a release for a larger screen all-in-one desktop. Instead, the spotlight is on the 24-inch M3 iMac and the Mac Studio.
Apple positions the 24-inch M3 iMac as a middle ground between the 21.5- and 27-inch displays of the 2019 Intel iMac. The M3 model features a 4.5K resolution, bridging the gap between the older 4K and 5K models. It shares similarities with the M1 iMac from 2020, primarily distinguished by the chip upgrade.
The company’s announcement appears to dispel hopes for an M3-series iMac Pro. The current iMac lineup is limited to the standard M3 chip, while the Mac Studio boasts M2 Max and M2 Ultra variations. Speculation arises about the next model possibly introducing the M3 Max and M3 Ultra, potentially paving the way for an M3 Pro iMac Pro, though questions linger about how the all-in-one would handle the Max variant.
Despite expectations for a more powerful model alongside the 24-inch release at the recent Scary Fast event, no such product emerged. This suggests a continuation of the trend, leaving enthusiasts to explore the current offerings in the desktop lineup.