Apple Sets March 4 Event for Low-Cost MacBook Air and iPhone 17E

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Apple is set to host a hardware event on March 4, where it may unveil a lower-cost MacBook Air and entry-level iPhone 17E. CES demonstrations of augmented-reality glasses have positioned the device as a leading holiday product while Berkshire trimmed its Apple stake to 1.5%.

1. March 4 Hardware Event Details

Apple will hold a hardware event on March 4 where it is expected to unveil a lower-cost MacBook Air model and its entry-level iPhone 17E variant. Both products aim to broaden Apple’s addressable market and counter competitive pressure in mid-tier segments.

2. CES AR Glasses Demonstrations

At CES, Apple’s augmented-reality glasses prototypes drew widespread interest, with industry participants suggesting the device could become a top holiday season offering. The consumer-level feasibility indicates Apple is on track to commercialize AR wearables by year-end.

3. Berkshire Hathaway Trims Apple Stake

In the fourth quarter, Berkshire Hathaway reduced its Apple holding to 1.5% of its equity portfolio, extending a sell-down trend that began in 2024. The stake cut reflects a broader reallocation away from megacap technology toward energy and media exposures.

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