In a recent post on the official Microsoft Devices Blog, the Surface Team offers an insight into the work that went into creating the Surface Book.

A new patent, published Tuesday, March 29, and titled Stackable magnetically-retained connector interface, suggests that Apple may some day release a method for consumers to build their own extension ports on their iPads and MacBooks, using magnetized modular ports.

One could argue that this is no guarantee of Apple either discontinuing the line, or simply keeping it under a tighter lid than usual, but one thing is certain: there are signs that indicate that the MacBook Air may be slated to be replaced by a new breed of laptops, possibly following along the line of the 12 inch MacBook. What signs, you ask?

KGI investors have received a new note from top analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who has revealed information on the future of Apple iPhone devices in 2017.