Apple has confirmed that it will not release a 27-inch iMac with an M-series chip, disappointing some users who were hoping for a larger version of the new 24-inch iMac introduced last week. In application Border Apple PR spokesperson Starline Meza said Apple is not planning to release a new 27-inch iMac with Apple silicon.

From the report:

Apple will not release the Apple Silicon version of the 27-inch iMac to replace the discontinued Intel-based model in 2022. Instead, the company is focusing its iMac lineup on a 24-inch model that will debut in early 2021. It was updated with the new M3 processor this fall.

For those who find the 24-inch iMac display too small, Apple recommends pairing the 27-inch Studio Display with a Mac Studio or Mac Mini. However, this means losing the iMac’s all-in-one integration.

This is the first time Apple has officially commented on rumors about a 27-inch iMac with an M-series chip. Rumors have been circulating for months, and some analysts predicted that Apple would launch such a device in the near future.

It’s unclear why Apple decided not to release the 27-inch iMac with the M-series chip. One possibility is that the company is focusing on developing a larger all-in-one device with a mini LED display. Apple is reportedly planning to release a 42-inch OLED iMac in the next few years.

Whatever the reason, the news that Apple won’t release a 27-inch iMac with an M-series chip looks set to disappoint some users. But there are many other options for users who need a powerful and stylish all-in-one desktop.