Apple has been cruising on top of tech world for quite some time now, but recent tidings show the giant is slipping from its throne as other companies' devices become more hip and rank higher in customer satisfaction. Good news is, however, that the Cupertino giant looks poised to finally unveil its Apple TV, according to one analyst, and there's a slight chance that the device could be accompanied by the next iPhone, iPad, and iPad mini.
Well-known Jeffries analyst Peter Misek believes that Apple will be holding a launch event in March to show off its much-rumored Apple TV.
"Channel checks indicate Apple has a product event in March that is Apple-TV related (possibly an iTV SDK introduction)," analyst Peter Misek wrote in a report issued to clients. "We think a Sep/Oct iTV launch is being targeted."
Misek believes that the Apple TV will be priced around $1,500 for a 42'' to 55'' model. It might sound pricey, but the report also states that Apple won't be making a killing on the device, and will instead rely on revenue from content and partnerships to make up the money.
Misek stated in an earlier Jan. 2013 report that he expects the iPhone 5S to go into production in March, in time for a June/July release, meaning Apple might also announce the handset alongside Apple TV.
Another analyst, Brian White from Topeka Capital Markets thinks this time frame applies to the iPad 5 and iPad mini 2 with a rumored Retina display as well.
"Our checks at CES indicate Apple will release the iPad 5 and the second-generation iPad mini this March, White said soon after CES. "The iPad 5 is expected to be lighter and thinner than the iPad 4 that was released in October, while the form factor of the iPad mini should be similar to the first generation iPad mini that debuted in October."
From the looks of it, if we are to believe these analysts with no confirmation from Apple, it is possible that all four devices will rear their heads within a month. With Samsung rumored to be holding a March event for its Galaxy S4 handset, and Mobile World Congress coming around the corner, Apple is surely looking to pull the spotlight back in its direction. The Cupertino giant certainly can't afford to simply sit around as its 'iBrand' loses its cool factor to exciting new handsets like the Sony Xperia Z. As usual with the tight-lipped Apple, we'll have to wait and find out.