Apple has announced a spring event on May 7th, likely to unveil new iPad models, including OLED iPad Pros and possibly new iPad Air variants. Rumors suggest updates to the Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard accessories for a more laptop-like experience. The upcoming iPad Pro redesign is anticipated to feature OLED screens, a move of the front-facing camera, and the M3 chip. This redesign marks a significant change from the current iPad Pro design introduced in 2018, potentially bringing long-awaited features like Face ID to the lineup.
Apple is set to release new iPad Pro models with OLED displays and an in-house M3 chip, alongside a revamped Magic Keyboard, while introducing a larger 12.9-inch display for the iPad Air. The new lineup, expected in early May, follows a delay in production due to software development. The iPad Pro models will feature OLED displays for the first time, a significant upgrade, while the iPad Air is rumored to run on the M2 chip. These launches are anticipated ahead of Apple's WWDC 2024 event scheduled for June 10.
Apple is set to release new iPad Pro, iPad Air, and MacBook Air models with features like M3 chips, OLED displays, redesigned cameras, and new accessories. The launch will include thinner iPad Pros with landscape-oriented front cameras, updated iPad Air models with M2 chips including a 12.9-inch display option, and new accessories like Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard. Additionally, new MacBook Air models with M3 chips, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3 support are expected. The announcement is likely to be made online without a formal event, aligning with recent reports by MacRumors and Bloomberg.
Rumors suggest the iPad Pro 2024 may feature an OLED screen and new Apple Pencil controls. Additionally, leaks hint at the release timeline for the next iPad Pro and iPad Air models. Model numbers on the Bureau of Indian Standards website indicate possible launches for new iPad Air and iPad Pro versions. Apple's decision to delay iPad updates last year led to more affordable prices for existing models. While iPadOS 18 may not be available for all iPads, there are no reported support drops for iPhones. May is speculated as the launch month for the new iPad Pros and iPad Air models.
Apple is set to release new iPads with OLED screens for the first time, including a 12.9-inch model for the iPad Air, along with updated Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil stylus. The launch is expected the week of May 6, potentially increasing prices due to OLED manufacturing costs. This revamp aims to boost tablet sales after two years of decline and potentially offset declining iPhone sales in China. The move follows a challenging start to the year for Apple, including setbacks in self-driving car projects, an antitrust lawsuit, and EU fines, prompting a focus on enhancing AI features.
The iPad Pro is a series of tablet computers, positioned as a premium model of Apple's iPad tablet computer. It runs iPadOS, a tablet-optimized version of the iOS operating system.The original iPad Pro was introduced in September 2015, and ran iOS 9. It had an A9X chip, and came in two sizes: 9.7-inch and 12.9 inch. The second-generation iPad Pro, unveiled in June 2017, had an upgraded A10X Fusion chip and swapped the 9.7-inch screen for a larger 10.5-inch display. The third-generation iPad Pro, announced in October 2018, eliminated the home button, and featured Face ID; it came in 11-inch and 12.9-inch models, the same screen sizes used by every subsequent model to date. The fourth-generation iPad Pro, introduced in March 2020, included the A12Z chip, and was introduced alongside a model of the Magic Keyboard for iPad. The fifth-generation iPad Pro, announced in April 2021, incorporated a desktop-class M1 chip, making it the first iPad model to not use an A-series processor. The sixth- and current-generation iPad Pro, introduced in October 2022, includes the M2 chip, Apple Pencil Hover, and ProRes video.
The iPad (6th generation) (also referred to as the iPad 9.7-inch) is a tablet computer designed, developed, and marketed by Apple Inc. It was announced on March 27, 2018, during an education-focused event at Lane Tech High School in Chicago and is the successor to the 5th generation, upgraded with the Apple A10 Fusion SoC and support for styluses such as Apple Pencil. The iPad is also marketed towards educators and schools. It was replaced in September 2019, by the seventh-generation iPad. This is the last iPad to have the original 9.7 inch display.
Eyes straight ahead Its been a while since Apple has launched a new iPad, with the latest model going back as far as October 2022. That situation has provided plenty of fodder for the rumor mill, and the latest idea is that the upcoming iPad Pro will move its front-facing camera to the side of the device. That information comes from a leaker known as Instant Digital on the Chinese social media platform Weibo (via MacRumors ). According to Instant Digital, the iPad Pros TrueDepth camera system will move to the right-hand side of the tablet. The microphone array, meanwhile, will be centered at the top of the device.
Apple is reportedly working on fixing the issue of the front camera placement on the iPad Pro when viewed in landscape mode. Code found in the iOS 17.4 beta update suggests that the next-gen iPad model will allow for Face ID setup in landscape mode, which is currently not possible on any current iPad. Reports also indicate that Apple may release new iPad Pro models with OLED displays in 2024.
The iPad Mini (branded and marketed as iPad mini) is a line of small tablet computers designed, developed, and marketed by Apple Inc. It is a sub-series of the iPad line of tablets, with screen sizes of 7.9 inches and 8.3 inches. The first-generation iPad Mini was announced on October 23, 2012, and was released on November 2, 2012, in nearly all of Apple's markets. It featured similar internal specifications to the iPad 2, including its display resolution.The iPad Mini 2, with a A7 processor and a Retina Display, was announced on October 22, 2013, and released on November 12, 2013. The iPad Mini 3 was announced on October 16, 2014 and was released on October 22, 2014, alongside the iPad Air 2; it features the same external hardware as the Mini 2 and the addition of a Touch ID fingerprint sensor compatible with Apple Pay. On September 9, 2015, Apple released the iPad Mini 4; which is a smaller version of the iPad Air 2. On March 18, 2019, Apple released the fifth-generation iPad Mini with support for the Apple Pencil alongside the third-generation iPad Air. The sixth-generation iPad Mini was announced on September 14, 2021 alongside the ninth-generation iPad, with both devices being released on September 24, 2021. Matching the new design language of the current Pro and Air iPads, features included a larger 8.3-inch full-screen display, USB-C port (instead of Lightning), top button with Touch ID (with home button removed), and support for the second-generation Apple Pencil.
The 10th-gen iPad is currently on sale on Amazon, with a bundle that includes two years of AppleCare+ warranty coverage. The sale brings the price of the 64GB model down to $409 from $518, saving more than $100. The discount applies to various models, including the 256GB and cellular connectivity options. The iPad features a large display with thin bezels, USB-C, and a front-facing camera. It is powered by Apple's A14 Bionic chip and offers solid battery life. However, it does not come with accessories like the Apple Pencil and a new iPad model is expected later this year.
Rumors suggest that the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models will feature a new camera lens coating using atomic layer deposition for improved lens stack control and protection. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus may adopt a vertically stacked dual-lens design for 3D spatial video format. iOS 18 is expected to be unveiled at WWDC 2024 with new AI features. Software and hardware updates, including reduced bezel borders and larger screens for Pro-model iPhones, are anticipated for the upcoming iPhone 16 lineup.
Leaked images suggest that the next-generation iPhone SE will drop the home button in favor of a notch similar to the iPhone 14, possibly switching to Face ID over Touch ID. The new model may feature a single rear camera, switch to an OLED display, and replace the Lightning port with USB-C. Rumors point to a potential release in 2025, aligning with previous leaks of a modern redesign for the iPhone SE 4.
Apple Pencil is a line of wireless stylus pen accessories designed and developed by Apple Inc. for use with supported iPad tablets.The first-generation Apple Pencil was announced alongside the first iPad Pro on September 9, 2015. It communicates wirelessly via Bluetooth and has a removable cap that conceals a Lightning connector used for charging. The Pencil is compatible with the first- and second-generation iPad Pro models, and the sixth through tenth-generation iPad models (with the latter requiring a USB-C adapter).The second-generation Apple Pencil was announced on October 30, 2018, alongside the third-generation iPad Pro, and is used with most iPad models that contain a USB-C connector (excluding the tenth-generation iPad). It uses a magnetic connector on the side of the tablet for charging rather than a Lightning connector, and includes touch-sensitive areas that can be tapped to perform actions within supported apps. In October 2023, Apple announced a third Apple Pencil model, intended as a lower-cost alternative to the second-generation Pencil on iPad models with USB-C connectors; this version removes the pen pressure sensitivity, touch-sensitive areas, and magnetic charging features, and is charged using an USB-C connector concealed by sliding up its cap.Apple has promoted the Pencil as being oriented towards creative work and productivity; during its unveiling, the Pencil's drawing capabilities were demonstrated using the mobile version of Adobe Photoshop, and its document-annotation capabilities were shown on several Microsoft Office apps.
Apple's 10th-generation iPad, with a 22% discount, is currently on sale for $349, offering a 10.9-inch screen, A14 chip, and 11-hour battery life. Rumors indicate delays for the release of new iPad Pro, Air, and Mini models until early May. The 10th-gen iPad sits between the ninth-gen and iPad Air in Apple's tablet lineup, featuring USB-C charging and Touch ID. Additionally, HBO Max offers a 30% discount on annual subscriptions until April 9th, providing access to popular shows like Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon.
Rumors suggest Google's upcoming Pixel 9 series may include three models - Pixel 9, 9 Pro, and 9 Pro XL, with design changes resembling iPhone aesthetics. Expectations include flat metal sides, an oval camera bar, and sizes ranging from 6.1 to 6.8 inches. The Pixel 9 Pro is rumored to feature 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB storage. The series is anticipated to launch in October, with potential Android 15 integration, improved AI features, and expected price increases. Google may focus on generative AI and continue its seven-year software support.
Amazon's Big Spring Sale is open to all, not just Prime members, and offers discounts on tech items like Apple's AirPods Pro for $189 and the Apple Pencil for $79. The sale focuses on seasonal items like Spring apparel and home decor, but also includes deals on gadgets and devices recommended by reviewers.
The upcoming Apple Watch Series 10 is speculated to enhance battery life through a more power-efficient OLED display, utilizing low-temperature polycrystalline oxide (LTPO) thin-film transistor (TFT) technology. This technology offers improved pixel illumination control, reducing power consumption without affecting visual quality. LG and Samsung may collaborate on the screen production, with Samsung potentially joining in by the release of Apple Watch Series 11 in 2025. The LTPO OLED technology is currently featured in iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, supporting always-on displays and variable refresh rates. The Apple Watch Series 10 is expected to launch alongside the iPhone 16 in September.
Touch ID is an electronic fingerprint recognition feature designed and released by Apple Inc. that allows users to unlock devices, make purchases in the various Apple digital media stores (iTunes Store, App Store, and Apple Books Store), and authenticate Apple Pay online or in apps. It can also be used to lock and unlock password-protected notes on iPhone and iPad. Touch ID was first introduced in iPhones with 2013's iPhone 5s, In 2015, Apple introduced a faster second-generation Touch ID in the iPhone 6s; a year later in 2016, it made its laptop debut in the MacBook Pro integrated on the right side of the Touch Bar. Touch ID has been used on all iPads since the iPad Air 2 was introduced in 2014. In MacBooks, each user account can have up to three fingerprints, and a total of five fingerprints across the system. Fingerprint information is stored locally in a secure enclave on the Apple A7 and later chips, not in the cloud, a design choice intended to secure fingerprint information from users or malicious attackers.Apple retained Touch ID on iPhone 8, 2nd generation iPhone SE, 3rd generation iPhone SE, and the base model iPads, while all other iPhones since the iPhone X in 2017, and the higher-end iPad Pro have adopted Face ID recognition. The Touch ID sensor has been integrated with the sleep/wake button on several iPads: the 4th and 5th-generation iPad Air, 6th-generation iPad Mini, and the 10th-generation iPad. In 2020, 2021 and 2022, Apple unveiled a new Magic Keyboard with optional Touch ID for its line of iMacs, Mac Studios, and Mac minis, and also the MacBook Pro. While combining both gens of Touch ID on iPhone in total 8 models including the iPhone SE Lineup have touch ID
Apple is set to introduce AI features in its iOS 18 update, focusing on on-device generative AI powered by a proprietary large language model for speed and privacy. The company aims to differentiate itself from competitors like Samsung and Google by prioritizing reliability and usability over creativity and power. Rumors suggest improvements to Siri, Messages, Apple Music, and Pages with a potential ChatGPT-style makeover. Apple's AI approach will be showcased at WWDC 2024, emphasizing practical benefits for users while maintaining a commitment to simplicity, style, and security.
Apple is rumored to be working on an update that would allow the Apple Pencil to be used with the upcoming Apple Vision Pro headset, enabling users to draw on flat surfaces with pressure and tilt sensitivity. The update would require a software upgrade, potentially in visionOS 1.2. A new Apple Pencil refresh is expected, and the integration could address the challenges users face with hands-free navigation for drawing. MacRumors speculates a possible reveal at WWDC 2024, but the launch remains uncertain.
Freelance coder Nguyen Phi Hung shared alleged specs for the upcoming iPhone SE 4, including a larger 6.1-inch OLED display, A16 Bionic chip, USB-C charging port, and similar design elements to the iPhone 13 and iPhone XR. The single-lens rear camera is rumored to be a 12MP Sony IMX503 sensor with features like Cinematic mode and Smart HDR. Additional details mention a 60Hz refresh rate, 6GB of RAM, 128GB or 512GB storage options, and a potential battery capacity of 3,279mAh.
Rumors speculate that Google's upcoming Pixel 8a may feature a 120Hz refresh rate, OLED panel, rounder corners, and a 64-MP camera with known specifications similar to the Pixel 7a. Expected to launch during Google I/O 2024, the Pixel 8a may cost around $550, an increase from the previous model's $500. Leaked hands-on videos show green and blue color variants with possible storage configurations of 128GB and 8GB of RAM.
Preorders for the Apple Vision Pro, the highly anticipated AR/VR headset, are now available on Apple's website. The headset comes with a hefty price tag of $3,499 and lacks apps like Netflix and YouTube at launch. Despite this, estimates suggest that Apple has sold between 160,000 and 180,000 headsets during the preorder weekend. Early adopters are eagerly awaiting the launch on Friday. Preordering requires using Face ID on your iPhone or iPad to measure yourself for the right fit and select optical inserts if needed. Storage space options are also available.
Amazon is holding the Big Spring Sale event, offering savings on seasonally relevant items like sports equipment, electronics, cleaning products, and Apple devices. Unlike Prime Day, this event is not exclusive to Prime members, but they can access exclusive deals. The sale runs until March 25 and features new doorbusters daily, with highlights including discounts on Apple AirPods Pro, Apple AirTags, Apple Pencil 2, and Apple Watch SE.
Face ID is a facial recognition system designed and developed by Apple Inc. for the iPhone and iPad Pro. The system allows biometric authentication for unlocking a device, making payments, accessing sensitive data, providing detailed facial expression tracking for Animoji, as well as six degrees of freedom (6DOF) head-tracking, eye-tracking, and other features. Initially released in November 2017 with the iPhone X, it has since been updated and introduced to several new iPhone models, and Many iPad Pro models. (2018 iPad Pros and later) The Face ID hardware consists of a sensor with three modules; a laser dot projector that projects a grid of small infrared dots onto a user's face, a module called the flood illuminator that shines infrared light at the face, and an infrared camera which takes an infrared picture of the user, reads the resulting pattern and generates a 3D facial map. This map is compared with the registered face using a secure subsystem, and the user is authenticated if the two faces match sufficiently. The system can recognize faces with glasses, clothing, makeup, and facial hair, and adapts to changes in appearance over time.Face ID has sparked a number of debates about security and privacy. Apple claims that Face ID is statistically more advanced than Touch ID fingerprint scanning. It exhibits significantly fewer false positives. Multiple security features largely limit the risk of the system being bypassed using photos or masks, and only one proof-of-concept attempt using detailed scans has succeeded. Debate continues over the lack of legal protections offered by biometric systems as compared to passcode authentication in the United States. Privacy advocates have also expressed concern about third-party app developers' access to "rough maps" of user facial data, despite rigid requirements by Apple of how developers handle facial data.With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, it was noted that Face ID was unable to recognize users wearing face coverings on some devices. Apple responded to criticism by offering faster fallback to passcode input, and the option for Apple Watch users to confirm whether they intended to unlock their iPhone. In March 2022, Apple released iOS 15.4 which adds mask-compatible Face ID for iPhone 12 and later devices.
The iPhone X (Roman numeral "X" pronounced "ten") is a smartphone designed, developed and marketed by Apple. It is part of the 11th generation of the iPhone. Available for pre-order from October 27, 2017, it was released on November 3, 2017. The naming of the iPhone X (skipping the iPhone 9 and 9s) is to mark the 10th anniversary of the iPhone.The iPhone X used a glass and stainless-steel form factor and "bezel-less" design, shrinking the bezels while not having a "chin", unlike many Android phones. It was the first iPhone to use an OLED screen, branded as a Super Retina HD display. The home button's fingerprint sensor was replaced with a new type of authentication called Face ID, which uses sensors to scan the user's face to unlock the device. This face-recognition capability also enabled emojis to be animated following the user's expression (Animoji). With a bezel-less design, iPhone user interaction changed significantly, using gestures to navigate the operating system rather than the home button used in all previous iPhones. At the time of its November 2017 launch, its price tag of US$999 also made it the most expensive iPhone ever, with even higher prices internationally due to additional local sales and import taxes.Along with the iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus and iPhone SE (1st generation), the iPhone X was discontinued on September 12, 2018, following the announcement of the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR devices.On November 22, 2018, Apple reportedly resumed production of the iPhone X due to weak sales of its successors. The iPhone X remains discontinued.
Apple Inc. has designed and developed many external keyboard models for use with families of Apple computers, such as the Apple II, Mac, and iPad. The Magic Keyboard and Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad designed to be used via either Bluetooth and USB connectivity, and have integrated rechargeable batteries; The Smart Keyboard and Magic Keyboard accessories for iPads are designed to be directly attached to and powered by a host iPad. All current Apple keyboards utilize low-profile key designs, and common modifier keys.
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