From AirPods to the iPad mini: 5 things we DIDN'T see at the Apple event

So you've probably heard that there was an Apple event yesterday. During the virtual 'Spring Loaded' bonanza, the company revealed all manner of new products designed to put pressure on your wallet. From the beautifully redesigned iMac to the super-powerful new iPad Pro, there was lots to chew over. But there were also some notable omissions.

As is always the case before an Apple event, we've enjoyed leaks galore over the past few weeks, all hinting at what we might see this month. But not everything managed to make the jump from rumour to reality. Here's everything we didn't see. (Don't forget to check out our best Apple deals if you're looking for new kit.)

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Daniel John
Design Editor

Daniel John is Design Editor at Creative Bloq. He reports on the worlds of design, branding and lifestyle tech, and has covered several industry events including Milan Design Week, OFFF Barcelona and Adobe Max in Los Angeles.

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