Apple has officially announced that it is discontinuing the 27-inch iMac, the last Intel-powered desktop computer in its lineup. The company’s PR representative Starlayne Meza confirmed to The Verge that Apple is not working on a new 27-inch iMac with an M-series chipset, which powers the latest MacBooks and iPads.
The 27-inch iMac was launched in 2020 with an Intel processor, but many fans were hoping for a new version with Apple’s own silicon. The M-series chips offer better performance, battery life, and compatibility with iOS apps than the Intel chips.
Apple offers Mac Studio and Studio Display as alternatives
Instead of a 27-inch iMac, Apple suggests customers to buy the Mac Studio and Studio Display, which were launched in October 2023. The Mac Studio is a portable Mac Mini-like machine powered by the M2 Max and M2 Ultra chips, which are the most powerful processors in the M-series family. The Mac Studio can handle up to 192GB RAM and 8TB storage, and has a built-in speaker, a 3.5mm headphone jack, one HDMI port, four Thunderbolt ports, and two USB-A ports.
The Studio Display is a 32-inch monitor that features the same 5K panel as the existing 27-inch iMac, but with a sleeker design and a higher peak brightness of 600 nits. The Studio Display also supports macOS’ TrueTone feature, which adjusts the color temperature according to the ambient light, and has an integrated 12MP ultrawide camera for video conferencing.
Apple still sells 24-inch iMac with M3 chip
For those who don’t need the Mac Studio’s processing power or the Studio Display’s large screen, Apple still sells the 24-inch iMac with the M3 chip, which was launched in April 2023. The 24-inch iMac has a colorful design, a 4.5K Retina display, a 1080p FaceTime HD camera, a six-speaker sound system, and a Touch ID keyboard. The 24-inch iMac starts from Rs 1,34,900 for the base variant with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage.
Apple rumored to be working on 32-inch iMac with mini-LED screen
While Apple has confirmed that it is not working on a 27-inch iMac with an M-series chip, there are rumors that the company is working on a larger 32-inch iMac with a mini-LED screen. Mini-LED is a display technology that uses thousands of tiny LEDs to provide better contrast, brightness, and color accuracy than traditional LCD screens. Apple has already used mini-LED screens in the 12.9-inch iPad Pro and the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models.
According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is planning to release a 32-inch iMac with a mini-LED screen in the second half of 2024. The 32-inch iMac is expected to have a new design, a faster M-series chip, and more ports than the current 24-inch iMac. However, these are only speculations and Apple has not confirmed or denied them.
![gain Rise in Gold Rate in India After Falling Rs 21,200/24K; Will Gold Price Today Jump or Drop on 28 March? By Harshika Yadav Published: Saturday, March 28, 2026, 6:55 [IST] preference Add as a preferred source on Google Gold rates in India witnessed a modest recovery on March 27, 2026, after a sharp fall in the previous session, indicating a cautious stabilisation in the bullion market. The yellow metal had dropped by Rs 212 per gram (or Rs 21,200 per 100 grams) of 24 Karat (24K) earlier, but managed to regain some ground. Gold Price Updates as US-Iran Tensions Ease; Pakistan, Turkiye & Egypt Step Up Mediation Efforts The rise in yellow metal follows easing geopolitical concerns after US President Donald Trump signalled a delay in potential military action against Iran's energy infrastructure by 10 days, pushing the deadline to April 6. This development, along with ongoing diplomatic efforts, has helped support safe-haven demand. gold Rate Today Further adding to market sentiment, Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed that Islamabad is acting as an intermediary between the United States and Iran, relaying messages as part of efforts to de-escalate tensions. Countries like Türkiye and Egypt are also reportedly supporting the mediation process, offering some relief to global financial markets. Gold Rate in India: Check Latest 22K, 24K & 18K Gold Prices Per Gram 24 Karat Gold Rate Today in India In the 24 Karat segment, at the time of writing, the rate for 1 gram stood at Rs 14,471, rising by Rs 16 from Rs 14,455. For 8 grams, the price increased to Rs 1,15,768, up by Rs 128. The rate for 10 grams climbed to Rs 1,44,710, reflecting a gain of Rs 160, while 100 grams of 24 Karat gold were priced at Rs 14,47,100, marking an increase of Rs 1,600. 22 Karat Gold Rate Today in India The price of one gram of 22K stood at Rs 13,265, gaining Rs 15 from the previous session. For 8 grams, the rate rose to Rs 1,06,120, registering an increase of Rs 120. The cost of 10 grams advanced to Rs 1,32,650, up by Rs 150, while 100 grams were priced at Rs 13,26,500, reflecting a gain of Rs 1,500. 18 Karat Gold Rate Today in India The rate for one gram of 18K stood at Rs 10,853, up by Rs 12. For 8 grams, the price moved up to Rs 86,824, marking a gain of Rs 96. The rate for 10 grams climbed to Rs 1,08,530, increasing by Rs 120, while 100 grams were valued at Rs 10,85,300, reflecting an uptick of Rs 1,200. Latest MCX Gold Price In the domestic futures market, gold on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) held firm above the Rs 1,44,500 level as per latest trading record, supported largely by the weakness in the Indian rupee, which continues to cushion local prices despite global volatility. Latest Spot Gold Rate The rebound in domestic gold rates comes alongside a recovery in international markets, where gold moved above the $4,400 per ounce mark. What Lies Ahead for Gold Prices? Check Gold Rate Prediction Jateen Trivedi, VP - Research Analyst (Commodity and Currency), LKP Securities, said, "Gold remained slightly positive, trading above $4,425 with highs near $4,475, supported by initial optimism around US-Iran talks. However, the sharp rise in crude continues to signal underlying market stress and inflation risks." From a technical perspective, he explained, "Technically, support is seen near Rs 1,42,000, while resistance is placed around Rs 1,46,500. Overall, gold is expected to remain volatile with limited upside unless clarity emerges on inflation and geopolitics."](https://keralanews247.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/rupee-and-dollar-scaled-120x86.png)
