"Apple is reaching more people in more ways than ever before, so like many companies, trade shows have become a very minor part of how Apple reaches its customers."
Translation: we no longer need our core group of supporters, we have accumulated a snowball large enough to roll itself.
I did enjoy the Macworlds. Won't be the same without them. How will products be unveiled from here on out? Just regular press releases and TV commercials?
Think Different.