Apple will hold a "special event" on Oct. 16 in Cupertino, California, the company announced on Wednesday.

The iPhone maker is expected to unveil the new iPads and the latest updates to its iMac line, the Re/code reported Tuesday, citing sources.

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The invitation did not offer details about the event, but simply said "It's been way too long."