Apple’s gradual transition to USB-C is inching nearer to an finish with the upcoming launch of a brand new Magic Mouse 2, Magic Trackpad 2, and Magic Keyboard, which have been referenced within the iOS 18.1 RC.
The Mac, iPad, iPhone, and even AirPods have all moved away from legacy ports to undertake USB-C, however one group of Apple merchandise held out — Magic equipment. The shift of those merchandise to USB-C has appeared inevitable for years, however few indicators appeared till now.
Within the iOS 18.1 RC that launched on Monday, Aaron Perris, a MacRumors contributor, found code referencing new Magic equipment. These included an up to date Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse 2, and Magic Trackpad 2.
Regardless of being up to date with trendy designs and Contact ID on the keyboards, none of those equipment have been geared up with USB-C ports. Some suspected Apple may have made the transfer as early as the discharge of the 24-inch iMac in 2021, however the Lightning port persevered.
Observe that the code referenced the prevailing product names like Magic Mouse 2. This might point out a smaller replace like a port transition and never a whole redesign.
No particulars of the potential replace have been shared. Apple could introduce some new options or design components to those merchandise, however USB-C is sort of a certainty. The discharge window, nonetheless, is not as clear.
Some rumors indicated Apple may maintain some type of Mac and iPad occasion on the finish of October, however the iPad mini 7 was revealed by way of press launch — throwing the thought of an occasion into query. Logically, if a redesigned smaller Mac mini is launched in October or November, the brand new equipment may launch alongside it.
After all, Apple may at all times simply launch the Magic Keyboard, Trackpad, and Mouse updates with out a lot fanfare at any time. Even when it’s a considerably boring port replace, followers will seemingly rejoice in one other Lightning elimination, leaving solely the iPhone SE with the now-outdated port.
