Apple readies M5-powered MacBooks and iPads for March 4 event

Apple has invited press to an 'Apple Experience' in New York City on March 4 at 9 AM ET (with simultaneous events in London and Shanghai) and is expected to unveil new iPads and MacBooks, including a MacBook Air and 14- and 16-inch Pro models powered by the M5 Pro/Max, plus potential entry-level MacBook in new colors. Rumors also point to iPad updates (A18 chip and iPad Air with M4) and refreshed Mac Studio, Studio Display, and Mac mini later this year; it’s not yet clear if the event will be streamed publicly.