Apple’s latest iPad Air refresh has started appearing in early benchmarks, and the numbers suggest the tablet performs closer to the iPad Pro than many might have expected. Shortly after the announcement, the first Geekbench 6 results for the M4-powered iPad Air began circulating online. In the test, the tablet scored 3,714 in single-core and 12,296 in multi-core performance.

Those numbers put it surprisingly close to the Apple iPad Pro (M4), which typically lands around 3,691 single-core and 13,663 multi-core in the same benchmark. In other words, single-threaded performance is nearly identical, while the Air trails the Pro by roughly 10% in multi-core workloads.

That gap isn’t particularly surprising once you look at the chip configurations. The iPad Air uses an 8-core version of the M4, with three performance cores and five efficiency cores. The iPad Pro, meanwhile, carries a 10-core variant with four performance cores and six efficiency cores.

The extra cores in the Pro help when software can scale across many threads — things like exporting large video projects or heavy multitasking. But for everyday work, the difference may be harder to notice. Tasks like browsing, media consumption, note-taking, and even most creative workloads rarely saturate all available cores.

That positioning keeps the Air noticeably cheaper than the Pro lineup, while still delivering Apple’s newest silicon. If these early benchmarks hold up in broader testing, the M4 iPad Air may end up occupying a sweet spot in Apple’s tablet lineup — offering most of the performance of the Pro models without the same price tag. For many buyers, the extra cores in the Pro simply won’t make a meaningful difference in daily use.

The M4 iPad Air is already available for pre-orders, with retail availability reportedly scheduled for March 11. Pricing starts at about 4,799 yuan in China (roughly $659) for the 11-inch model with 128GB storage, while the 13-inch version begins around 6,499 yuan (~$899). Pricing and availability may vary by region.

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Apple has introduced the latest iPad Air 8th Gen (2026), powered by the advanced M4 chip. It comes in two sizes: 11 inches and 13 inches, offering improved performance, enhanced AI capabilities, and premium features. It maintains the same starting price as the previous model. Here’s everything you need to know about Apple’s latest iPad Air lineup.

iPad Air (2026) Specifications

The new iPad Air features Liquid Retina displays in 11-inch (2360 x 1640 resolution) and 13-inch (2732 x 2048 resolution) sizes. Both support P3 wide color, True Tone, 500 nits brightness, anti-reflective coating, and full lamination for vibrant, sharp visuals. Both models also support Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C) for creative tasks like note-taking, sketching, and editing.

The new iPad Air is powered by the M4 chip, offering a 30% performance boost over the M3 and 2.3x the speed of the M1. Its 8-core CPU, 9-core GPU, second-gen ray tracing, and mesh shading enable ultra-realistic gaming and 3D rendering. It also features 12GB RAM and 120GB/s memory bandwidth, which ensures faster AI processing, gaming, and video editing.

The iPad Air runs on iPadOS 26, featuring a new windowing system for easier multitasking, a redesigned menu bar, and updates to the Files app. It also adds improved audio controls, Background Tasks support, and AI-powered features like scene removal from videos and faster search.

On the optics side, the iPad Air features a 12MP rear camera with Smart HDR 4 support, 4K video recording at up to 60fps, and cinematic stabilization. The front uses a 12MP Ultra Wide camera with Center Stage for video calls, along with extended dynamic range and Retina Flash to deliver sharp photos and clear video output.

The iPad Air is designed for all-day productivity, offering up to 10 hours of web browsing or video playback on Wi-Fi and up to 9 hours on cellular networks. The 11-inch model features a 28.93-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery, while the 13-inch version includes a larger 36.59-watt-hour battery. Both models support fast charging via the included 20W USB-C power adapter.

The tablet features Apple’s N1 wireless chip for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread networking. Cellular models include the C1X modem for faster 5G and better energy efficiency. It also offers Touch ID, Thunderbolt 3, and USB 4 for secure authentication, fast file transfers, and external display support.

Pricing & Availability

The new iPad Air (2026) comes in four colors: blue, purple, starlight, and space gray. Below is the detailed pricing for all configurations:

11-inch iPad Air (Wi-Fi)

• 128GB: $599
• 256GB: $749
• 512GB: $949
• 1TB: $1,149

11-inch iPad Air (Wi-Fi + Cellular)

• 128GB: $749
• 256GB: $899
• 512GB: $1,099
• 1TB: $1,299

13-inch iPad Air (Wi-Fi)

• 128GB: $799
• 256GB: $949
• 512GB: $1,149
• 1TB: $1,349

13-inch iPad Air (Wi-Fi + Cellular)

• 128GB: $949
• 256GB: $1,099
• 512GB: $1,299
• 1TB: $1,499

Pre-orders begin on March 4, with availability starting March 11.

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Apple has just released the brand new iPad Air (7th Generation) models in the Indian market. The brand announced the 6th Gen iPad Air with the M2 chips last year, while the latest iPad Air 2025 pack the M3 chipset. So here are all the key details like its specs, pricing, and more.

Apple iPad Air (2025): Specs

The Cupertino based giant introduced the latest iPad Air in two display size variants. You can buy the new tablets in an 11-inch (2360 x 1640 pixels) or 13-inch (2732×204 pixels) Retina True Tone display. Under the hood, it is equipped with the 8-core Apple M3 chip, which includes a 9-core GPU and 16 core Neural Engine. This processor is paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage.

For photography, users get a 12MP camera with 4K 60fps recording support, while the front houses a 12MP sensor for selfies and video calls. The new iPad Air runs on the iPadOS 18 out of the box. Other notable features include Touch ID on the top, USB 4, 5G or WiFi 6E variants, Thunderbolt 3 support, and Bluetooth 5.3.

Pricing and Availability Details

The new iPad Air is available for order on the brand’s official website. In India, you can also buy it from the Apple Store locations and its authorized resellers, with the first sales kicking off on March 12. So here are its pricing details.

iPad Air 11-inch (WiFi Only)

• 128GB – Rs 59,900
• 256GB – Rs 69,900
• 512GB – Rs 89,900
• 1TB – Rs 1,09,900

iPad Air 11-inch (WiFi + Cellular)

• 128GB – Rs 74,900
• 256GB – Rs 84,900
• 512GB – Rs 1,04,900
• 1TB – Rs 1,24,900

iPad Air 13-inch (WiFi Only)

• 128GB – Rs 79,900
• 256GB – Rs 89,900
• 512GB – Rs 1,09,900
• 1TB – Rs 1,29,900

iPad Air 13-inch (WiFi + Cellular)

• 128GB – Rs 94,900
• 256GB – Rs 1,04,900
• 512GB – Rs 1,24,900
• 1TB – Rs 1,44,900

Users can even buy the Smart Folio for both the 11 and 13 inch models for Rs 8,500 and Rs 10,900 respectively.

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The tech world is excited as Amazon and Walmart have dramatically reduced the price of the M1 iPad Air, making it more affordable for everyone. Apple enthusiasts and consumers now have an opportunity to own one of the most powerful tablets on the market at an unbeatable price. Here are the details…

Amazon, Walmart Offer Huge Discounts on M1 iPad Air 5

Originally priced at $569.00, the 64 GB Wi-Fi version of the iPad Air is now available for just $399.00 at Walmart. This $170.00 price drop makes the device an attractive option for those looking for a high-performance tablet without breaking the bank.

For users needing more storage, the 256 GB Wi-Fi model has also seen a price cut, now retailing for $614.00, down from $749.00. This $135.00 discount ensures that users who require more space for apps, media, and files.

Amazon has also stepped up with competitive pricing. The 64 GB Wi-Fi model is available for $395, while the 256 GB Wi-Fi version can be purchased for $639, reflecting a 15% savings from the original price.

However, it’s worth noting that this discount is limited to the available stock. Therefore, it’s advisable to act quickly. If you want to buy the M1 iPad Air (5th Generation) from Amazon, click here, and if you want to purchase it from Walmart, click here.

M1 iPad Air (5th Generation) Specifications

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Some good deals on Samsung devices and an Apple iPad Air (2022) are live on Amazon, and users can grab them before they get back to their original price. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage is retailing for the price of $499, while the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage version is available for $560.

Grab Galaxy S23 FE

Exciting Deals on Electronics (Amazon)

Further, the Samsung Galaxy A35 is retailing for the price of $400. However, the Galaxy A55 is not yet available in the US.

Grab Galaxy A35

OnePlus 12R is another good specification smartphone that the user can grab at the price of $600 with a more RAM and powerful chispet than the Galaxy S23 FE. It comes with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC in comparison with the NSpadragon 8 Gen 1 present of the Samsung counterpart.

Grab OnePlus 12R

Apple upgraded the iPad Air lineup with the new 11 inch and 13 inch iPad coupled with M2. The ones launched a couple of years ago are now on 20% discount. The users can grab the iPad Ar left stock with 256GB storage for the price of $600. Furthermore, there’s also a 256GB 5G variant which is retailing for the price of $750.

Grab iPad Air (2022) at 20% discount

Apart from the iPad Air 2022 model, there’s another option of Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ which is available at a whooping 40% discount.

Grab Galaxy Tab S8+

There’s also a ongoing offer at the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite with 64GB Storage and 4GB RAM, which is retailing for the price of $230 on Amazon.

Grab Galaxy Tab S6 Lite

There’s a good discount going on the MacBook Air 13.6-inch with M2 variant. The interested buyers can grab it for the price of $830 which is down $10 from the actual price of $999.

Grab MacBook Air

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Apple recently took the stage to unveil the 6th Gen iPad Air. This new tablet models arrive with various enhancements over their predecessors. But is it actually a worthy upgrade over the iPad Air 5th Gen? Let’s find out in this comparison.

iPad Air 6th Gen vs iPad Air 5th Gen: Bigger & Better?

One of the biggest updates to the iPad Air series is a larger screen. Apart from the standard 10.9-inch version, a new 13-inch model has also been announced for the first time. Both the new 6th Gen variants sport Liquid Retina IPS LCD panels, with the larger one offering 2732×2048 pixels and 600 nits peak brightness. This is brighter and taller than the 10.9-inch display with 500 nits of brightness found on the iPad Air 5th Gen.

Design gets a slight refresh

A couple of underrated updates to the iPad Air 6th Gen were with its design. While there are no major overhauls in its form factor, there are some changes that could fall under ‘quality of life improvements’. The newest iPad Air now houses a front facing camera, which is landscape oriented. This means that it is no longer at the top. Similarly, even the stereo speakers follow a landscape placement and support spatial audio.

50% More Faster Chip

The M1 was a powerful first gen proprietary chip from Apple. However, it has since its announcement a few years back. But the M2 is still a capable processor that promises to offer 50% faster performance than its predecessor. This is one of the biggest upgrades between the latest and previous gen iPad Air tablets. The new chip also powers AI features as well. Thanks to its 16-core Neural Engine, you get access to Visual Look Up, Subject Lift, Live Text, and more.

Double the base storage

A small point of contention with the base iPad Air has always been the limited storage. The 5th Gen model started with just 64GB of storage, but this has now been doubled. So the iPad Air 6th Gen comes with 128GB memory. This is highly welcomed since there is no unnecessary price bump between the two generations either.

What else is new?

Apart from these, there are various other slight enhancements to the successor of 2022’s iPad Air model. It supports Apple Pencil 2 and even Apple Pencil Pro. The Bluetooth standard is now a more common Bluetooth 5.3 over Bluetooth 5.0. The iPad Air 6th Gen runs on the iPadOS 17.4 out of the box, so longer software support is a given. The base storage did get an upgrade but the top end models have quadrupled in capacity. While the 256GB was the top model two years ago, the latest iPad Air comes with 512GB and 1TB variants as well.

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After a delayed launch as well as plenty of leaks and rumors, Apple has finally unveiled the next-generation iPad Pro and iPad Air tablets at the Let Loose event. The former packs significant upgrades over its predecessor and probably since the 2018 iPad Pro models. Meanwhile, the iPad Air 6th Gen arrives as the successor to the two-year-old iPad Air 5th Gen that debuted way back in 2022. The latest offerings come with much-needed upgrades along with a slightly new design. It now comes in a large 13-inch display size variant alongside the standard 11-inch model. Read on to know what the iPad Air 6th gen offers out of the box. 

iPad Air 6th Gen unveiled 

Alongside the standard 11-inch variant, Apple is introducing a larger 13-inch model for the first time with the iPad Air 6th gen. Both variants feature a Liquid Retina IPS LCD display. The 13-inch variant has a resolution of 2732×2048 pixels and 600 nits peak brightness.

The iPad Air 6th Gen retains the same overall design as its predecessor with a flat frame, a Touch ID button at the top, and volume rocker keys on the right side. One noticeable change is that the front camera sensor is now moved to the right side i.e. when the tablet is held in landscape mode. The stylus called as the Apple Pencil is still magnetically attachable on the right frame of the tablet. The latest iPad Air will also be compatible with the newly announced Pencil Pro. It also gets Pencil Hover feature that was limited to the Pro models.

The iPad Air 6th Gen retains the same cameras as its predecessor. There is a 12MP rear camera and a 12MP front-facing selfie snapper. The former supports Smart HDR and 4K video recording.

Under the hood, the iPad Air 6th gen houses Apple’s M2 processor. It is touted to be 50 percent faster than the M1 Air. Both variants now start at 128GB storage configuration which is bumped from the previous generation. The tablet supports WiFi-6E and 5G connectivity.

iPad Air 6th Gen pricing and availability

The iPad Air 6th Gen starts at $599 (~Rs 59,990 )for the 11-inch base model whereas the 13-inch variant starts at $799 (~Rs 79,990). It comes in four color options including Blue, Purple, Starlight, and Space Grey. Pre-orders for the tablet start today with sales commencing from April 15.

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iPad mini, iPad, iPad Air, and iPad Pro are the tablets offered by Apple and the Pro one, as you could guess from its name, has the best specs. Mini-LED technology was allegedly going to be featured in the 2024 12.9-inch iPad Air, however it appears Apple has decided against offering mini-LED screens in the iPad Air.

Apple abandons the mini-LED display for 2024 iPad Air

Ross Young, CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC) and a well-known analyst in the display industry, had previously stated that the 2024 iPad Air might come with a mini-LED panel. However, he now explains that his new sources reveal the iPad Air will come with an LCD panel instead, due to the high costs of manufacturing mini-LED panels.

Ross Young also mentioned that Apple will introduce a brand new iPad model with a mini-LED display in the fourth quarter of 2024. The exact model is yet to be determined; it could possibly be a low-end iPad Pro or an entirely new iPad lineup. It’s already known that Apple is working on a new iPad Air, but the complete technical specs are not available yet.

Mini-LED display technology is slowly being adopted in some devices, offering richer contrast and truly black areas compared to LCD panels, but not exactly same as OLED displays. mini-LEDs can achieve better colors by illuminating the display with much smaller LEDs. Apple first used mini-LED panels in the 2021 iPad Pro, and it seems they will continue to avoid using mini-LEDs in iPads Air due to their costliness.

(source)

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Last month Apple announced the MacBook Air M3 laptop. Now, the Cupertino-based tech giant is gearing up to unveil new devices.

The company has scheduled a launch event in just a couple of weeks. It is titled ‘Let Loose’ and shows an artistic render hinting at the upcoming devices.

Numerous rumors in the past have revealed that Apple will unveil the next-generation iPads. These have been long overdue as last year marked the first time the company did not announce a single new tablet. 

Apple Let Loose Event Date 

The Apple Let Loose event is set to take place on May 7 at 7 am PT. It will be a virtual event and can be live-streamed on the company’s official YouTube channel, the Apple TV app, and the Apple Events website.

The artistic render of the event shows the Pencil along with the Apple logo in various colors suggesting the graphic design capabilities. This hints at the arrival of the next-generation iPads along with accessories like a new Pencil and Magic Keyboard. 

What we know so far about the upcoming iPads

The iPad Pros and iPad Air are expected to be the centre stage of Apple’s upcoming event. As per rumours, the former will arrive with major upgrades after the last one being in 2018. They will boast an OLED display, slightly larger dimensions, and a thinner design.

The seventh-generation iPad Pro models will be powered by the latest M3 processor offering a performance bump. They will reportedly support MagSafe charging. 

Meanwhile, for the iPad Air lineup, Apple will introduce a larger 12.9-inch model for the first time alongside the regular 10.9-inch variant. A CAD-based leaked render revealed that the upcoming iPad Air will have a pill-shaped camera island on the rear that looks similar to the iPhone XS. The next-generation offerings are expected to be equipped with a M2 processor. 

Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard to tag along

Although Apple does not explicitly reveal the products that would be launching, a post by CEO Tim Cook on X says ‘Pencil us in for May 7’. This confirms that the company will indeed announce a new generation that will probably be called Apple Pencil 3.

Barring the cheaper Pencil with USB-C that was released last October, the last generation Apple Pencil debuted way back in 2018. The Apple Pencil 3 is expected to come with Find My support that will enable tracking it if it gets lost.

The accessory will feature interchangeable magnetic tips. Rumours also suggest that it will have a ‘squeeze’ gesture and be compatible with the Vision Pro headset. 

The Apple Magic Keyboard is also expected to get a long overdue upgrade. It will reportedly have a larger trackpad, an aluminium build, and will ditch the current floating design. This will make the iPad look more like a traditional laptop. 

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It seems the wait for refreshed iPad models may soon be over. Rumors of updated iPad Air and iPad Pro devices have swirled for months, and now a reliable source has pinpointed a potential launch window of early May 2024 for these new devices. 

Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, known for his accurate Apple insights, dropped the hint in his Power On newsletter. According to Gurman,  the new iPads will “probably” debut the week of May 6, giving us just about a month to expect the reveal.

The leak suggests we could see not only a new iPad Pro and iPad Air, but updates to the Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil as well.  

Gurman has previously reported on significant changes coming to the iPad Pro, including the inclusion of powerful M3 chips, MagSafe wireless charging, and a major upgrade – OLED displays in both 11-inch and 13-inch sizes. Naturally, with OLED technology, you can expect a possible price increase for the Pro models.

Moreover, Gurman also suggests that Apple is hard at work on updates to the standard iPad and iPad Mini. Sadly, we might not see those models until later in the year, “at the earliest.”

The update to the base iPad could be a “cost-reduced” take on 2022’s 10th-generation model, according to Gurman. Meanwhile, the iPad Mini could get a processor upgrade while retaining its familiar form and features.

With a potential early May launch looming, keep an eye out for official announcements from Apple. 

For now, Apple has confirmed that the WWDC 2024 will be held virtually from June 10th to 14th. Apple is expected to step up its game in the AI race with the introduction of AI features in iOS 18, and potentially new Mac products featuring the latest M3 chips.

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Apple was expected to announce refreshed iPads this month or early April. However, the next-generation tablets from the Cupertino-based tech giant are now delayed. The company announced the MacBook Air M3 earlier this month. In the latest development as per Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, new iPads are now tipped to arrive in May. 

New iPads delayed once again

Rumors about the new iPads especially the next-generation Air and Pro models have been circulating on the web for months. Last year was the first time, Apple did not announce any model in its tablet portfolio. It has become the longest stretch in the company’s history as the last iPad Pro and Air was announced in 2022. The latter is two years old now with the dated M1 chip. 

Citing people familiar with the matter, Gurman reports that the iPad Pro tablets with OLED display and the iPad Air in two sizes are now set to arrive in May this year. The company’s overseas suppliers have fast-tracked the production of the long-anticipated tablets. The analyst adds that the delay in the initial launch timeline was due to software finalization and screen manufacturing complexity.  

The iPad Pro with OLED display has four variants codenamed J717, J718, J720, and J721. It will pack significant upgrades since 2018 with a faster M3 chip, MagSafe, thinner designs, and more. Meanwhile, the sixth-generation iPad Air in 10.9 and 12.9-inch sizes is expected to be powered by M2 chip. With the upcoming tablets, Apple aims to boost its declining sales. 

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Apple’s iPad lineup is due for an upgrade and there have been a lot of rumors around them. There’s talk of the OLED iPad Pro a redesigned iPad Air. 

A new rumor by seasoned Weibo tipster Instant Digital (via MacRumors) now suggests that the upcoming iPad Air and iPad Pro will have a landscape front-facing camera. 

Currently both the Air and Pro iPads feature front-facing cameras on the top of the device. It creates an off-center view during landscape FaceTime calls for users. 

Apple took steps to address this issue somewhat with the 10th-generation iPad. Since then, however, Apple hasn’t released any new iPads, but it seems like the company might be extending this improvement to additional models.

Code uncovered within iOS 17.4 also hinted at a landscape camera orientation for the upcoming iPad Pro. And the leaker now suggests that the redesigned iPad Air, which is rumored to be available in both 10.9-inch and 12.9-inch sizes, will also adopt this camera placement.

The logistics of this shift remain unclear. The current Apple Pencil connects magnetically to the side of the iPad Pro and iPad Air for charging which could potentially conflict with a side-mounted camera.  

However, there are also rumors of a new Apple Pencil release alongside the updated iPads. So Apple may have found a design solution.

The redesigned iPad Air and the new OLED iPad Pro models are expected to launch soon, possibly within the month. These updates, if accurate, would indicate a broader design shift in Apple’s tablet lineup focused on improved usability.

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Apple is reportedly getting ready to give its iPad Pro line a big upgrade. The most notable change could be the introduction of OLED displays. This switch could make the tablets a bit thinner than before, suggests a new report.

According to details from 9to5Mac, the redesigned OLED iPad Pro will be over 1mm thinner than the current models. For reference, the existing 12.9-inch iPad Pro measures 6.4mm thick, while the redesigned version could be as thin as 5mm. 

The 11-inch OLED iPad Pro is also projected to have a thinner profile at 5.1mm compared to 5.9mm of its predecessor. Additionally, both models could be slightly taller and wider than their current counterparts.

Additionally, there’s word that Apple will introduce two sizes of iPad Air for the first time. One will be similar to the current model, while the other might be as big as the current 12.9-inch iPad Pro with the same dimensions and screen size.

Here are the estimated dimensions for Apple’s upcoming tablets:

• 11-inch iPad Pro (current): 247.6 mm x 178.5 mm x 5.9 mm
• 11-inch iPad Pro (new): 249.7 mm x 177.5 mm x 5.1 mm
• 12.9-inch iPad Pro (current): 280.6 mm x 214.9 mm x 6.4 mm
• 12.9-inch iPad Pro (new): 281.5 mm x 215.5 mm x 5.0 mm
• 12.9-inch iPad Air (new): 280.6 mm x 214.9 mm x 6.0 mm

Beyond the OLED display upgrade, Apple might incorporate MagSafe technology into the iPad Pro lineup for the first time. 

The updated tablets are also likely to be powered by Apple’s new M3 chip, built on a 3nm architecture, potentially leading to improved performance and battery efficiency.

While it’s unclear when exactly these new models will launch, some reports suggest the OLED iPad Pro could debut as early as next month.

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Apple is rumored to be working on new laptop and tablet models. The company is expected to unveil the M3 powered MacBook Air along with the latest iPad Pro and iPad Air soon, with a fresh report revealing its possible launch timeline. So here are all the details.

Apple M3 MacBook Air, iPad Pro, & iPad Air Launch

The report arrives from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman in his latest PowerOn newsletter. He claimed that the new devices are expected to debut the iPad Pro, iPad Air, and M3 MacBook Air around the end of next month. In other words, the tablets and notebook will be launching in March end. Interestingly, this is also in line with one of his previous reports.

If this report is true, then the release is barely two months away. Based on what we know so far, the MacBook Air model is expected to be released in a 13-inch and 15-inch variant. It will be powered by Apple’s latest generation M3 series (including M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max). On the other hand, the latest iPad Air will also launch in two size variants for the first time ever. The 12.9-inch model was spotted recently in leaked CAD renders.

The iPad Air is set to get an upgrade to the M2 chipset. Apple’s iPad Pro is rumored to feature an OLED display panel and may arrive in 13-inch and 11-inch models. Similar to the MacBook Air, the upcoming 2024 iPad Pro could also be powered by the M3 processor. This would likely lead to a price hike as well over its predecessors. This is all the information we have at the moment, so stick around for more updates.

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Apple’s popular iPad Air might be getting a design update if leaked renders are to be believed. 91Mobiles shared a set of CAD renders of the upcoming iPad Air and they show some interesting notable changes.

Firstly, the new iPad Air seems to keep the look of the 4th and 5th generation models but will be bigger. This is to fit a larger 12.9-inch screen. So from the front, it looks kinda like the 12.9-inch iPad Pro, but it has thicker bezels, similar to the 10.9-inch iPad Air.

Besides the screen, another big change is at the back. The new model might swap its single, round camera for a longer, pill-shaped one, like what we’ve seen on the iPhone X and XS.

Further speculation suggests the next iPad Air might pack the M2 chip, an upgrade from the current M1. Production is rumored to begin in early 2024, with a potential launch in March.

Just to recap, the last iPad Air was released in 2022. Interestingly, 2023 marked the first year Apple didn’t release a new tablet. So, there’s speculation that in 2024, Apple might update its entire iPad range, as previous reports have suggested.

The 2022 iPad Air comes with a 10.9-inches Liquid Retina IPS LCD display with 500 nits of brightness. It’s powered by an M1 chip and is paired with up to 256GB of storage. 

There is a single 12MP wide camera on the back and a 12MP ultra-wide camera on the front for selfies and video calls. It comes with a 28.6Wh battery.

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Over the last couple of weeks, there have been various rumors and leaks regarding Apple refreshing its iPad lineup. Now, a fresh report has revealed more details regarding the new iPad Air and iPad Pro models from the series. So here are all the details.

New OLED Apple iPad Pro and 12.9 iPad Air

The Cupertino based giant is apparently planning on unveiling a new 12.9-inch iPad Air model as well as the iPad Pro with an OLED display. According to known analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the refreshed iPad Air and iPad Pro will be launching next year. The iPad Air is expected to launch sometime in the beginning of the year, while the higher end Pro version could roll out by the second quarter of this year.

Kuo adds that the iPad Air will arrive in a 12.9-inch model alongside the 10.9-inch version for the first time ever. However, it will skip the mini LED display that comes on this iPad Pro-sized display. Notably, the analyst believes that the brand will add the oxide backplane, which improve performance for the smaller variant. The upcoming iPad Pros will reportedly launch in two M3 chip models.

Although, these will drop the mini LED panels in favor of the OLED screens. Kuo states that the Pro models will use the same LTPO backplane as the iPhone 15 Pros. Apart from this, we can assume that the other iPad versions will likely get upgrades across the board and could release sometime in the second half of 2024.

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Apple is reportedly planning to refresh its entire iPad lineup in 2024, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. This includes new models of the iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad mini, and entry-level iPad.

According to the informant, the low-end and mid-range iPads could see updates as early as March 2024, while both the 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Pro models are expected to be unveiled in the first half of the year.

The new iPad Pro models are rumored to feature OLED displays and the M3 chipset, while the next-generation iPad Air is expected to receive a performance boost from the M2 chip. On the other hand, the iPad mini might feature an A16 Bionic chip.

Apple has not yet confirmed any of these rumors, but Gurman is a reliable source of Apple news. If his reporting is accurate, this would be the first time that Apple will update its entire iPad lineup in the same year.

In addition to the new iPads, Gurman says that Apple is also expected to launch new AirPods next year. However, an updated AirPods Pro model may take a bit longer, with its launch expected in 2025.

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Recently Apple unveiled a USB-C Pencil. The Cupertino-based tech giant usually announces new-generation iPads every year a month after the debut of the iPhones. A recent report hinted at the arrival of the new iPads by the end of the year. Now, in a new development, details about the next-generation iPad Air has surfaced courtesy of DigiTimes citing industry sources. 

A larger iPad Air is on the cards

Apple offers the iPad Air in only a single 10.9-inch size. As per the report, the Cupertino-based tech giant is working on the next iPad Air with a 12.9-inch display. Thus it would be the biggest iPad Air model to date. This would also put it on the par with the 12.9-inch iPad Pro. However, it will still stick to the LCD panel instead of the mini-LED found on the iPad Pro. 

Previously a report by 9to5Mac also revealed that Apple was working on two iPad Air (6th Gen) versions. There are four separate models in development with two each in WiFi and Cellular. The differentiating factor was not clear as per the publication. However, the latest development indeed hints at two screen sizes for the next-generation Air.  

The current fifth-generation iPad Air arrived last year and is nearly a year and a half old now. It has a 10.9-inch screen and is powered by an M1 processor. Apple may launch the iPad Air 6th generation in the first quarter of next year with an M2 chipset. We should expect more details about the next-generation tablet in the coming months.

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Apple is apparently gearing up to launch new iPad models soon. A fresh report has hinted that the company is planning on releasing brand-new iPad, iPad Air, and iPad Mini later this week. So here are all the details.

New Apple iPad, iPad Air, and iPad Mini could launch tomorrow

The news arrives from a 9To5Mac report. Sources close to the matter have claimed that the Cupertino based giant aims to release a new iPad, iPad Air, and iPad Mini tomorrow (17th October 2023). However, this report is in contrast to known analyst Mark Gurman, who believes that new tablets from Apple will likely be announced by the end of this year.

But in the latest report, the company is expected to launch the new iPads soon. Apple typically unveils new tablets a month after the new iPhone launches. So it would make sense that fresh iPads are just around the corner. But unfortunately, no official announcements have been made yet. The new iPads will feature refreshed specifications like an upgraded chipset. The last iPad Air was launched with the M1 chipset, while the iPad Mini and base iPad features the A15 Bionic and A14 Bionic processors respectively.

So the iPad Air will likely get the updated M2 chipset, and the iPad Mini and base iPad could get upgraded to the A16 Bionic SoC. In a recent report, we also covered how the iPad Mini 7 won’t feature a 120Hz ProMotion display. The screen could also house a new controller to address the jelly scrolling issue that affects the current generation iPad Mini.

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Apple introduced the first iPad model in 2010. The device, which has improved a lot since then, now has the power of a computer. This has led iPads to be seen as laptop alternatives. But as powerful as it is, the iPad is a touchscreen device, and it needs a keyboard to replace laptops. Apple, on the other hand, solves this deficiency with the keyboard support it provides on accessories. The company’s keyboards turn the iPad into a 2-in-1. However, the US tech giant is determined to improve this system Lastly, Apple granted patent describes a new Magic Keyboard that includes multiple roller hinges that provide greater angular options for iPad. Here are the details…

Apple granted patent describes a new Magic Keyboard that includes multiple roller hinges

Today the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office officially granted Apple a new patent that expands on a possible next-gen hinge system for Apple’s Magic Keyboard. The new multiple roller hinge system would provide users with more flexibility in angling the iPad to their liking as opposed to today’s single angle design. Apple’s possible next-gen Magic Keyboard could contain multiple new roller and spacer elements as well as retention structures that  could provide tension to increase the frictional force between the roller and spacer elements, and/or provide counterbalance to offset the weight of the iPad.

The hinge assemblies may include one or more roller elements (including cylindrical bodies) engaged with spacer elements (or linking elements), with a spacer element positioned between adjacent roller elements. Each spacer element can provide multiple surfaces, each of which is contoured to the shape of a roller element. The movement of the hinge assembly is based in part upon the roller elements rotating along the spacer elements, as well as movement of the roller elements and the spacer elements in multiple dimensions (that is, in a three-dimensional space).

Further, in some instances, the roller elements and the spacer elements synchronously move together to provide a more fluid movement of the hinge assembly, as well as the sections (of the accessory device) coupled together by the hinge assembly. Apple notes that when the accessory device holds an electronic device, the counterforce, or holding force, provided by the accessory device depends upon the angle at which the hinge assembly positions the section(s) holding the electronic device.

In this regard, the force provided by the hinge assembly changes based upon the position of the hinge assembly. Accordingly, the counterforce provided by the hinge assembly is a function of the angular position of the section(s). The aforementioned variables can all be manipulated to provide an accessory device with a desired user experience.

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Apple has always marketed the iPad as a laptop alternative, as most iPads always had the slogan “your next computer is not a computer”. However, even as the latest iPads feature Apple’s shiniest Apple M1 silicon, many users still opt for the Macbook as their daily driver for laptop-related needs, because of one vital difference: the Macbooks run on macOS and the iPads run on iPadOS.

Nevertheless, the reality might change soon, as recent news indicate that Apple is currently researching bringing the macOS experience to its future iPads.

This news comes from the folks over at Patently Apple, as the team had discovered on the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office database that Apple was recently awarded a detachable laptop-like iPad experience, running on a macOS-like experience.

Let’s start off with the form factor, the iPad shown off the patent is a tablet and has a hinged keyboard accessory(which does not look like the Magic Keyboard) that allows the tablet to be seamlessly mounted onto the keyboard via a specialised coupling mechanism. The keyboard also works as a case that protects the iPad screen from external conditions, similar to what you will find on a laptop.

Next is the software experience, according to the patent illustrations, the iPad will feature a macOS-like user interface to elevate the user experience with the keyboard. However, will this affect your current iPadOS experience as an Apple user? The patent also addresses that problem as well, as it seems that the macOS-like user interface is available when mounted to the keyboard and that your conventional current iPadOS user interface is also available when not mounted to the keyboard.

Another additional detail the patent reveals is also that the Apple Pencil can now be housed within the hinge that mounts the iPad to the keyboard. The port connection interface like USB-C will also be installed onto the hinge. 

As for the camera, projectors, light and microphone, the patent reveals that Apple is going with a rather odd approach as these features are seen as additional accessories instead, which are then mounted onto the hinge if needed, and dismounted when not.

Since the patents have been approved, Apple could start the testing and prototype phases of this technology soon. And hopefully, within the next few years, we can finally witness the ultimate merger between Macbook and iPad for all the professionals who are always on the go.

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On Apple’s March 8 “Peek Performance” Event, Apple has officially unveiled the next generation of its iPad Air lineup with its headlining Apple Silicon, the M1 Chip, 5G connectivity and a wide variety of pastel colour options to choose from.

As pre-orders go live, keen-eyed buyers have noticed that the latest iPad Air 5th Generation (2022) features a design change that Apple has been proud of since the launch of its first iPad back in 2010. Instead of the “iPad” wording engraved under the iconic Apple logo like the older iPad Air 4(2020) and its predecessors, the latest iPad Air 5 (2022) now has the “iPad Air” wording engraved under the Apple logo.

This design change seems rather confusing as the latest M1-powered 5th Generation iPad Pros of 2021 didn’t get the unique treatment as they still have the original “iPad” branding engraved under the Apple logo, and they didn’t switch over to an “iPad Pro” branding instead. The same goes for the iPad 9th Generation (2021) and iPad Mini 6th Generation (2021) which were also launched in September last year. 

Although the change of design seems to be confusing at first, iPad Air 5 buyers were rather unbothered by the design change, as this minimal change didn’t interfere with the tablet’s other functions such as connectivity, battery life or screen quality.

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Apple conventionally organises three highlighting events in a calendar year which are its Spring Launch Event held in March or April, its annual WWDC conference held in June, and its Fall Launch Event in September or October. Apple’s Spring Launch Events may not bring as much attention as its flagship Fall Events, but Spring is normally when Apple launches its more affordable offerings for its users such as the Apple Airtags and iPhone SE lineup.

In 2022, Apple is rumoured to announce the iPhone SE (3rd generation), the successor of the iPhone SE (2nd generation) released back in April 2020, and the iPad Air (5th generation), the successor of the iPad Air (4th generation) released back in September 2020, at its yearly anticipated Spring Launch Event.

Macotakara, a Japanese tech platform with connections to Asian technology supply chain manufacturers, published a post that according to its reliable Chinese sources, the designs of the iPhone SE 3 and iPad Air 5 have been officially confirmed and both devices have now gone into mass production in the region. 

Macotakara also shared several upcoming details of the iPhone SE 3 in their posting as well. The iPhone SE 3 is said to sport the same compact housing as its predecessor, the iPhone SE 2, and the glass and aluminium chassis is to remain unchanged from its predecessor as well. 

Another surprising news is that the Apple iPhone SE 3 will not include support for MagSafe. Instead, the device will only support conventional Qi Wireless Charging introduced back on the iPhone 8. MagSafe was introduced back on the iPhone 12 series to provide faster and more reliable wireless charging for iPhone users and every iPhone announced since then has had this feature.

The main upgrade of the iPhone SE 3 will be the performance under the hood. The iPhone SE 3 is said to come with 5G connectivity support and will be equipped with the Apple A15 Bionic chip, the same one found on the iPhone 13 series. 

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Apple officially launched the 6th generation of the iPad Mini and it is definitely the most attractive compact tablet out there. Despite it being one of the smallest and most affordable tablets by Apple, it comes with some flagship-class specifications that a lot of people would never expect, as well as a top-notch design. Is this powerful advanced enough to compete with the latest Apple iPad Air? Through this comparison, we will try to answer by highlighting the main differences between the Apple iPad Air 2020 and the 6th generation of the iPad Mini released in 2021. If you do not know the iPad Mini 6, we believe you will be surprised after reading this comparison.

Apple iPad Air vs Apple iPad Mini 6th gen

Design

The Apple iPad Air 2020 and the iPad Mini 6th gen have similar aesthetics. They come with a full metal unibody design and a display with very narrow bezels, as well as a very thin profile and a lightweight body. The iPad Air 2020 has bigger dimensions and it weighs more but it is thinner, while the iPad Mini 6 is more compact and thicker, but it has a lower weight. If you do not mind about the dimensions, then iPad Air 2020 is more attractive because it has a higher screen to body ratio and the bezels around the display are narrower. You can attach a Magic Keyboard to the iPad Air 2020 but not to the iPad Mini 6th gen.

Display

The displays of the iPad Air 2020 and the iPad Mini 6th are more or less at the same level. They feature similar resolutions, the same brightness, and the same advanced technology to improve visibility and image quality. The real difference between these two displays is the size: the Apple iPad Air 2020 has a wide diagonal of 10.9 inches, while the iPad Mini 6th gen has just 8.3 inches and it is one of the most compact tablets in the market. If you want to bring your tablet everywhere easily, then you should go for the iPad Mini 6th gen. But if you want a more comfortable device for productivity and advanced usage scenarios, then it is better to go for the iPad Air 2020.

Specs & Software

The iPad Mini 6th gen is equipped with a more advanced hardware department. It has a stronger chipset: an Apple A15 Bionic, the same chipset as the iPhone 13 lineup but downclocked. The max frequency is 2.93 GHz, but it is still more powerful than the Apple A14 Bionic found on the Apple iPad Air 2020. Both the tablets come with 4 GB of RAM and either 64 GB or 256 GB of internal storage depending on the chosen configuration. The iPad Mini 6th gen ships with iOS 15 out of the box, while the iPad Air 2020 is based on iPadOS 14: this means that the Mini will most likely get one more year of updates.

Camera

With the Apple iPad Air 2020, you can get better photo quality thanks to a better rear camera. Its 12 MP sensor has a brighter f/1.8 focal aperture allowing it to capture more detail with less digital noise in low light conditions. The iPad Mini 6th gen has a 12 MP rear camera as well, but with an f/2.4 focal aperture. On the other hand, the iPad Mini 6th gen features a better 12 MP front camera, so it is a better device for video calls and conferences.

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Battery

The Apple iPad Air 2020 has bigger dimensions and it houses a bigger battery with a capacity of 7606 mAh. That is the reason why it lasts more on a single charge in a lot of scenarios, but the iPad Mini 6th gen has a lower energy consumption due to more efficient components, so it reaches similar results.

Price

You can find the iPad Air for about €600 or $550, while the iPad Mini 6th gen is priced at $500 or €550. Note that we listed the European and American prices, but they vary depending on the specific region. The iPad Mini 6th gen offers a better hardware setup and a better front camera, while iPad Air has a better rear camera, a bigger battery, and a bigger display. Which one would you pick?

Apple iPad Air vs Apple iPad Mini 6th gen: PRO and CONS

Apple iPad Air

PRO

• Better prices
• Bigger display
• Keyboard support
• Bigger battery

CONS

• Inferior hardware

Apple iPad Mini 6th gen

PRO

• iOS 15 out of the box
• More compact
• Best chipset
• Better front camera

CONS

• Smaller display

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A new report has suggested that Apple is apparently exiting its joint project with Samsung Display for its OLED screen technology. The company won’t use the latter’s OLED for its 2022 iPad Air tablets.

According to TheElec report, the joint project has been called off due to certain reasons, which includes either the single stack structure of OLED panels or profitability or perhaps even both. Sources close to the matter revealed this information. For those unaware, a single stack is the widely used OLED panel structure where red, green, and blue form one emission layer. However, the Cupertino based giant is not “satisfied” because of the brightness levels of single stack OLED panels.

Furthermore, the iPhone maker is also wary of the panel’s lifespan as its customers are more inclined to hold onto their iPads for longer than its iPhones, which see a more aggressive upgrade cycle. At the moment, Apple is reportedly planning on moving to a two stack tandem structure for its first OLED iPad. This stack offers two red, green, and blue emission layers instead of a single one. This, in turn, helps double the brightness while also extending the panel’s life by up to four times.

Samsung currently offers single stack structure and is either not able to, or willing to supply two stack technology. The sources also added that profitability might be a major factor as well. So, shifting to a two stack technology for OLED iPad Air that might not be sold for a long time is an unsure investment for Samsung.

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Besides the 2021 versions of the MatePad Pro, Huawei launched another tablet with HarmonyOS 2.0 which is actually more affordable: the MatePad 11 2021. Despite it is cheaper, it still comes with flagship-class specifications. We can not tell the same about the newly-announced Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE, an affordable version of the Galaxy Tab S7 series, but this tablet still has its own advantages. Another affordable tablet with flagship-class specifications is the iPad Air 2020, even though it is a bit older. Which tablet is worth buying now? This comparison will hopefully clear your ideas in regards.

Huawei MatePad 11 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE vs Apple iPad Air

Design

The Apple iPad Air is more elegant and beautiful than its two rivals by Samsung and Huawei because it has a thinner profile, it is lightweight and it has an aluminum body. It also comes with a fingerprint reader, unlike the Huawei MatePad 11 and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE is comfortable because it has a magnetic slot for the S Pen.

Display

If you need the best display, you should opt for the iPad Air 2020. Its Liquid Retina IPS LCD display has a better color reproduction, it supports a wider color gamut and the True-tone technology which adapts the colors to the environment. The iPad Air also comes with a 4:3 aspect ratio which is great for viewing images and reading. The second place goes to the Huawei MatePad 11 2021 packing an IPS display with the highest refresh rate: 120 Hz. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE is inferior with its TFT display coming with a standard 60 Hz refresh rate. All of these tablets have a Quad HD+ resolution.

Hardware/Software

The most advanced performance is provided by the Apple iPad Air 2020: not only it has a stronger Apple A14 Bionic chipset, but it also comes with a well-optimized operating system able to guarantee higher stability and speed. But the Huawei MatePad 11 remains a flagship tablet with its Snapdragon 865 processor, up to 128 GB of internal storage, and 6 GB of RAM. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE is just a mid-ranger with its Snapdragon 750G. But there is an important thing to note: iPad Air 2020 does not support 5G, while Huawei MatePad 11 and Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE do.

Camera

The iPad Air 2020 provides the best camera: we are talking about a 12 MP sensor with a bright f/1.8 focal aperture and 4K video recording up to 60 fps. The selfie camera is great as well with its 7 MP resolution, HDR, and 1080p video recording at 60 fps. The Huawei MatePad 11 comes right after with a 13 MP rear camera paired with an 8 MP front camera, while the camera found on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE is a bit disappointing with its 8 MP resolution.

Battery

The most important pro of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE is the battery: with its capacity of 10,090 mAh it is a lot bigger than its rivals and it provides a great battery life. Further, it supports a faster 45W charging technology.

Price

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE and Apple iPad Air are priced at about €650/$788 in the global market, while Huawei MatePad 11 starts from €400/$485 in the Chinese market and it is still not available globally. Overall, the iPad Air 2020 looks like a better choice due to its better camera, display, and operating system (at least for those who want to work with their tablet).

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Huawei MatePad 11 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE vs Apple iPad Air: PRO and CONS

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE

PROS

• Worldwide availability
• Bigger display
• S Pen
• 45W fast charging
• Micro SD slot

CONS

• TFT display

Huawei MatePad 11 2021

PROS

• Good price
• Reverse charging
• 120 Hz refresh rate
• Micro SD slot

CONS

• Inferior battery life

Apple iPad Air 2020

PROS

• Awesome display
• Best cameras
• iPadOS
• eSIM

CONS

• Price

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Yesterday, Apple kickstarted its annual developer conference called WWDC (Worldwide Developers Conference) for the year 2021. At the opening keynote, the Cupertino-based tech giant unveiled the latest version of its operating systems, namely iOS 15, iPadOS 15, watchOS 8, and macOS Monterey. Here, in this article, let’s take a look at the list of devices that are eligible for the new update.

iOS 15 Eligible/Supported Devices

The list of supported devices for iOS 15 remains identical to last year. This means the 6-year-old iPhone 6S series and the 5-year-old iPhone SE are also eligible for the update. That said, here’s the entire list of supported iPhones and iPods.

iPhones

• iPhone 12 Pro Max
• iPhone 12 Pro
• iPhone 12
• iPhone 12 Mini
• iPhone SE (2020)
• iPhone 11 Pro Max
• iPhone 11 Pro
• iPhone 11
• iPhone XS Max
• iPhone XS
• iPhone XR
• iPhone X
• iPhone 8 Plus
• iPhone 8
• iPhone 7 Plus
• iPhone 7
• iPhone SE
• iPhone 6S Plus
• iPhone 6S

iPod Touch

• iPod Touch 7th Generation

iPadOS 15 Eligible/Supported Devices

Just like the iPhones, all the iPads that are currently running iPadOS 14 are eligible for iPadOS 15. That means even the 7-year-old iPad Air 2nd Generation will be getting the update. With that being said, take a look at the full list of iPadOS 15 supported iPads.

iPad Pro Series

• iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2021)
• iPad Pro 11-inch (2021)
• iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2020)
• iPad Pro 11-inch (2020)
• iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2018)
• iPad Pro 11-inch (2018)
• iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2017)
• iPad Pro 10.5-inch (2017)
• iPad Pro 9.7-inch (2016)
• iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2015)

iPad Air Series

• iPad Air 10.9-inch 4th Generation (2020)
• iPad Air 10.5-inch 3rd Generation (2019)
• iPad Air 9.7-inch 2nd Generation (2014)

iPad Mini Series

• iPad Mini 7.9-inch 5th Generation (2019)
• iPad Mini 7.9-inch 4th Generation (2015)

Base iPad Series

• iPad 10.2-inch 8th Generation (2020)
• iPad 10.2-inch 7th Generation (2019)
• iPad 9.7-inch  6th Generation (2018)
• iPad 9.7-inch 5th Generation (2017)

watchOS 8 Eligible/Supported Devices

Just like iPhones and iPadOS, all the Apple Watches running the current-gen watchOS 7 are eligible for watchOS 8. Hence, the 4-year-old Apple Watch Series 3 will also be receiving the update. Here’s the complete list of Apple Watches that will be updated to watchOS 8.

• Apple Watch Series 6
• Apple Watch SE
• Apple Watch Series 5
• Apple Watch Series 4
• Apple Watch Series 3

macOS Monterey Eligible/Supported Devices

Unlike iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches, not all Macs running the current-gen macOS Big Sur will be upgraded to macOS Monterey. According to the official announcement, late 2013 MacBook Pro, 2013 MacBook Air, 2014 iMac, and 2015 MacBook are not eligible for the update.

This means only the following Macs will be updated to macOS Monterey.

• Mac Pro (Late 2013 and later)
• iMac Pro (2017 and later)
• iMac (Late 2015 and later)
• MacBook Pro (Early 2015 and later)
• MacBook Air (Early 2015 and later)
• MacBook (Early 2016 and later)
• Mac Mini (Late 2014 and later).

The developer beta builds for all the above-mentioned Apple operating systems are already live. The public beta builds will be released in July. Last but not least, although many older devices are eligible for the new update, they may not get all the announced features due to hardware limitations.

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In the first half of this year, Apple is rumored to launch the new versions of the iPad Mini and iPad Pro. While the exact date is not yet known, it is expected that the device should be launched this month.

Now, a new leak has surfaced online, revealing the design of the upcoming iPad model, showcasing what we can expect from it in terms of design. Do note that the image is from a dummy version of the upcoming 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro as well as the upcoming iPad Mini 6.

The CAD-based dummy models are usually sourced from the supply chain in China and are used to aid case makers before the devices are made official. From the images, it appears that the iPad Mini is a bit thicker, complete with a Home button, similar to the previous models. It also has thick bezels on the top and the bottom.

As per the previous reports, the iPad Mini could measure 8.5-inch or 9-inch, in line with the reports that the device could have a larger display. But the exact size of the display cannot be determined through the leaked images.

Another report had claimed that the device will feature an 8.4-inch display with slimmer bezels and a design similar to the iPad Air 3. There are also claims that the new model will continue to feature a Touch ID Home button and a Lightning port.

There are also reports that the upcoming iPad from Apple could come with a Mini-LED display but it is not confirmed if the devices getting launched this month will come with the Mini-LED screen. To get confirmation of this, we will have to wait for the official launch.

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The latest iPad Air is incredibly powerful, beautiful, and full of features for entertainment and productivity. But it does not belong to the most advanced series of tablets by Apple. The most expensive ones belong to the iPad Pro series and they are specifically the iPad Pro 11 and the iPad Pro 12.9. Given that they actually feature similar street prices, is it better to go for the base variant of the Pro series, or the iPad Air 2020 is a superior tablet? This comparison will highlight the main differences between these two amazing Apple tablets.

Apple iPad Air 2020 vs Apple iPad Pro 11

Design

If I had to choose only by focusing on the design, I would probably go for the iPad Pro 11 2020 because it has a higher screen-to-body ratio than the iPad Air 2020. But its rivals still comes with very narrow bezels and it has a less invasive camera module because it sports just one sensor on the rear side. The iPad Pro 11 is even lighter than the iPad Air. For the rest, they are more or less the same: they are thin and lightweight, and they are built with an aluminum body. Both come with the support of Apple Pencil and the official keyboard.

Display

The display found on the Apple iPad Pro 11 is actually superior to the one of the iPad Air. Besides having a slightly wider diagonal, it offers higher brightness and a slightly higher amount of pixels. But the biggest difference is the refresh rate: the iPad Pro 11 has a 120 Hz refresh rate, while its opponent offers a standard 60 Hz refresh rate. Despite we are talking about IPS panels, they offer very high color accuracy, as well as a high level of detail. They have a very wide color gamut and True-tone support. The iPad Pro 11 relies on facial recognition for authentication (Face ID), while the iPad Air has a fingerprint scanner.

Hardware/Software

Despite it is not a Pro variant, the iPad Air 2020 offers a stronger chipset than the iPad Pro 11: we are talking about the Apple A14 Bionic built at 5 nm, while the iPad Pro 11 has an older Apple A12Z Bionic built at 7 nm. So, you can get higher performance with the iPad Air. Further, it runs iPadOS 14 out of the box, while the Pro variant is still based on iPadOS 13. With iPadOS 14 you get more interesting productivity features and a lot of improvements. Note that, despite the SoC is different, there is not a huge difference in terms of performance.

Camera

IPad Pro 11 is one of the best tablets out there if we consider the camera department. It has a triple sensor composed of a 12 MP main camera, a 10 MP ultrawide sensor, and a ToF 3D LiDAR scanner to calculate depth info for AR appliances and mapping the environment. The iPad Air 2020 has exactly the same 12 MP main camera as the Pro version, but unfortunately, it lacks secondary sensors. The front camera is the same as well.

Battery

The iPad Pro 11 and the iPad Air 2020 come with the same battery capacity, but the iPad Air 2020 is able to last more on a single charge for two reasons. First of all, it has a more efficient chipset because the Apple A14 Bionic is built at 5 nm. Further, it does not come with a 120 Hz display, so it has a lower impact on battery life. But we should be talking about marginal differences. On the other hand, the iPad Pro 11 can be used as a power bank thanks to reverse charging. The iPad Pro 11 also supports 18W fast charging for its battery.

Price

The starting price of the iPad Air 2020 is €640/$550 for the configuration with 64 GB of internal storage, while the iPad Pro 11 starts from €800/$750 for the configuration with 128 GB of native storage. The iPad Pro 11 wins the comparison thanks to its better cameras and display, but the iPad Air 2020 actually offers a better hardware department (but it lacks reverse charging). With the iPad Air, you get an inferior camera and display, but the price is more affordable and iPadOS 14 is installed out of the box. Which would be your choice?

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Apple iPad Air 2020 vs Apple iPad Pro 11: PRO and CONS

Apple iPad Air 4

PROS

• Best design
• Better chipset
• Fingerprint scanner
• iPadOS 14 out of the box

CONS

• Inferior cameras

Apple iPad Pro 11

PROS

• Better camera department
• LiDAR scanner
• Face ID
• Better display

CONS

• Price

Apple iPad Mini 5

PROS

• Compact design
• Lightweight
• Good front camera
• Good street prices

CONS

• Old iOS version out of the box

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Apple recently unveiled its new fourth-generation iPad Air, which is now available for purchase. Now, in a new podcast, VP of Product Marketing Bob Borchers and VP of Hardware Engineering John Ternus have explained the development process of the tablet.

Talking about the new iPad Air, Bob Borchers said that the Touch ID sensor embedded in the power button in a much smaller form factor is an “incredible feat of engineering.” He says that the narrow aspect ratio made it a challenging implementation given that the sensor needed to be “incredibly sensitive” to capture a broader view of the fingerprint.

On the other hand, John Ternus explains much effort was put in to ensure that the Touch ID sensor and the antenna on the cellular model, which is placed in the top portion of the enclosure, didn’t interfere with each other given that both are sensitive. He added that “hardcore silicon and engineering” went to ensure that the sensor delivers the same level of security as previous models.

Borchers also notes that the new iPad Air comes with an increased on-device processing power thanks to the introduction of the Neural Engine. It also brings more powerful capabilities along with a greater level of privacy for the users.

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The new iPad Air is the first device from Apple to come powered by the A14 Bionic chipset, which is built on the 5nm process and will also be powering the upcoming iPhone 12 models. The Hexa-core processor has 11.8 billion transistors and boasts a 40% improvement in CPU performance and a 30% increase in GPU performance.

As for the design, it ditches the thick bezels for slimmer and uniform ones. It features a 10.9-inch liquid retina display along with anti-reflective coating, P3 color gamut, and True Tone support. It packs a 7MP f/2.0 selfie camera and the same 12MP f/1.8 rear camera available on the iPad Pro. It also has a USB-C port with support for 20W fast charging.

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Apple announced two new iPads as expected today. There is the new iPad Air which is the first device in the world powered by a 5nm processor and there is the more affordable 8th Gen iPad.

iPad Air

The iPad Air series is designed as a middle ground between the iPad Pro line and the standard iPad. This year’s iPad sort of switches things a bit as it is the first device to launch with the all-new 5nm Apple A14 Bionic.

The new hexa-core processor has 11.8 billion transistors and boasts a 40% improvement in CPU performance and a 30% increase in GPU performance. The new chip also boasts a 10x improvement in machine learning.

Coming to the tablet itself, Apple has gone for a new design. The new iPad Air ditches the thick bezels for slimmer and uniform ones. This new design means the TouchID button at the bottom of the screen is gone and it has a new home now. Apple has moved the fingerprint scanner to the top where it is buried under the power button. So when you push the power button, the iPad also unlocks.

The new iPad Air has a slightly larger screen than last year’s model but still skips on the 120Hz refresh rate available on the iPad Pro. It is a 10.9-inch liquid retina display, but with the trimmed bezels, it should be easier to hold. The screen is fully laminated and has an anti-reflective coating, P3 color gamut, and True Tone support.

The new iPad has a 7MP f/2.0 selfie camera and the same 12MP f/1.8 rear camera available on the iPad Pro. It also has a USB-C port with support for 20W fast charging (20W charger included in the box). There is support for the 2nd gen Apple Pencil, Smart Keyboard Folio, and the Apple Magic Keyboard.

The iPad Air starts at $599 for the 64GB version while the 256GB version is priced at $749. If you want the LTE version, the 64GB version goes up to $729 while the 256GB version is $879. It will be available for purchase in October in Space Gray, Silver, Rose Gold, and Green, Sky Blue.

8th Gen iPad

If you want something more affordable, the new 8th Gen iPad Air announced today is an option. It comes with the Apple A12 Bionic chip which offers a significant boost in performance compared to the A10 Fusion in last year’s model.

The design has not gotten much change if at all. So you are still stuck with thick bezels and ToucID remains in the familiar position you are accustomed to. Just like the iPad Air, this too will run the new iPadOS 14 which brings new features that make using the tablet a breeze. There is support for the first-gen Apple Pencil this allowing you to handwrite in any text field. There is also shape recognition which means your circle which doesn’t look anything like one can become a perfect one.

The A12 chipset will allow you to play games from Apple Arcade without any hiccups, and to make the experience better, you can pair your Xbox or PS4 controller to it.

The new iPad has a 10.2-inch 2160 x 1620 resolution, 32GB (Seriously, Apple?) or 128GB of storage, an 8MP rear camera, and a 1.2MP FaceTime camera. Apple says the 32.4 watt-hour battery should last up to 10 hours of web surfing on Wi-Fi.

The 8th Gen iPad is available for pre-order starting today and will go on sale on Friday. It is priced at $329 for the 32GB Wi-Fi version and $459 for the LTE version. The 128GB model is $429 for the Wi-Fi version and $559 for the LTE version. The tablet is available in Space Gray, Silver, and Gold.

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Apple has a launch tomorrow which should be for new watches and new iPads. Ahead of the launch, some specs of the upcoming products have been revealed in a new leak.

The source of the leak is Evan Blass and he has posted details of two new iPads, the Apple Watch Series 6, and the affordable Apple Watch SE.

According to the tweet, the 4th Gen iPad Air will come with the new Apple A14 processor which we should know more about tomorrow. This is the same chipset expected to power the upcoming iPhone 12 series. The tablet will not only have a shiny new processor but also get a USB-C port. Yes, the USB-C port from the iPad Pro is coming to the iPad Air.

– iPad Air 4th Gen: A14 and USB-C
– iPad 8th Gen: A12X and Lightning
– Apple Watch Series 6: S4, 2 sizes, both BT and LTE
– Apple Watch SE: also in 2 sizes, also BT and LTE versions

— Evan Blass (@evleaks) September 14, 2020

Apple will also announce the 8th Gen iPad which will be powered by the less-powerful A12X Bionic processor and feature Apple’s proprietary lightning port. The 8th Gen iPad should have a lower price tag for those who want something more affordable.

Evan Blass also revealed the Apple Watch Series 6 will feature the S4 processor. That should be a mistake and should be S6 seeing as the Series 5 is powered by the S5 processor. The watch will come in two sizes and both sizes will be available in Bluetooth and LTE variants. The Apple Watch SE will also be available in two sizes and come in the same variants.

The Apple launch event will begin tomorrow at 10 AM Pacific Time (5 PM GMT/10:30 PM IST).

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Apple is expected to unveil the next-generation iPhones in the coming weeks like every year. Ahead of it, new details about the company’s 2020 product lineup launch have emerged. This report comes from Bloomberg and it not only mentions iPhones but an iPad, Apple Watches, headphones, smaller HomePod as well as next year’s products like refreshed Apple TV and AirTags.

The report reveals that the Cupertino-based firm expects to ship a maximum of 80 million units of iPhones by the end of this year just like 2019. Hence, it has begun to mass manufacture at least 75 million new iPhone 12 series smartphones.

Apart from new iPhones, Apple will also launch next-gen iPad Air featuring minimum bezels like similar to iPad Pro. Further, the company will also introduce two Apple Watches, the higher model will replace last year’s Series 5 and the budget model will take place of the older Series 3.

That’s not it, the American tech giant is also reported to launch a pair of self-branded headphones instead of Beats. Additionally, it will be also debuting a smaller HomePod cheaper than the original model’s current price – $299.

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Talking about the iPhone 12, there will be a total of four models varying in sizes – 1 x 5.4-inch,  2 x 6.1-inch, and 6.7-inch. All of them will feature OLED panels and support for 5G connectivity. Also, at least one of the Pro models, the latter two sizes, will come equipped with LiDAR sensor as found on the newer iPad Pro models.

The new report also reiterates previous reports regarding a delay in shipments. The latest one once again states that cheaper iPhone 12 models will ship first, followed by Pro in later weeks. However, iOS 14 will be released in September for existing supported iPhones just like every year.

Last but not least, the report also states Apple to be working on an Apple TV box with a faster processor and upgraded remote control, however, it will be only launching in 2021. Similarly, the company will be also releasing AirTags, a tracker for physical items, which will be available with a leather carrying case.

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Apple has announced its latest iPad models without any sort of fanfare. The fifth generation iPad Mini and iPad Air were both announced via a press release by the US company. The surprise package is the iPad Mini which is coming four years after the last model was launched in 2015. The iPad Air, on its part, borrows many of the outstanding features from the iPad Pro, including a similar, 10.5-inch screen with True Tone, a thin and lightweight design, and top-tier performance with the latest Apple A12 chip at a much more affordable, $500 price.

iPad Mini 5th Generation

Despite the gap between the last model and this version, the iPad Mini 5th gen isn’t very much different from the 2015 iteration. The device features a 7.9-inch IPS display with a resolution of 2048×1536 pixels and 326 ppi. The display has gained wider color (DCI-P3 gamut) support and now features Apple’s True Tone technology for keeping the white balance of the display the same in appearance to the user, regardless of the ambient light around the screen.

The iPad Mini 5 is powered by Apple’s newest A12 processor that has proven to return some industry-topping benchmarks that can only be beaten by its more powerful A12X version in the iPad Pro models. The iPad mini 5 starts with 64GB of storage and has another model that offers 256GB out of the box. There’s Touch ID on board and a dual speaker system. On the camera end, the new iPad Mini is equipped with an 8MP rear camera, like its predecessor but for selfies, there is an upgraded 7MP FaceTime HD camera. The new Mini comes with Pencil stylus support meaning the first-generation Apple Pencil can now be used on the new iPad mini’s wide-color screen for doodling, highlighting and other stylus tasks. You’ll have to purchase the pencil separately, though, for $99.

iPad Air

The iPad Air features a 10.5-inch LCD Retina Display with True Tone and wide colors. It weighs 1 pound and has a slim build just 6.1mm thick. The device is powered by Apple’s A12 Bionic chip with Neural Engine. The iPad Air equally supports the first-gen Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard.  Under the hood is a battery that delivers up to 10-hour battery life. It comes in Space gray, silver and gold color options. On the camera end, the iPad Air features an 8-megapixel f/2.4 main shooter, compared to a 12MP f/1.8 camera on the iPad Pros.

Prices and Availability

The new iPad Air is available in two storage options: 64GB and 256GB, and as always with Apple products, the storages are unexpandable. The device is also available in two models, one with cellular connectivity and a WiFi variant As for their prices, the 64GB WiFi version cost $499 while the 256GB WiFi version goes for $649. On the other hand, the 64GB Wi-Fi + Cellular model costs $629 while the 256GB Wi-Fi + Cellular model costs $779.

The iPad Mini equally comes in WiFi only and WIFi + Cellular models. The iPad Mini 2019 costs $399 for the 64GB Wi-Fi-only version while the Wi-Fi + Cellular model costs $529. The WiFi version with 256GB storage will cost $549 and if you prefer the version with cellular connectivity, it costs a whopping $579.

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The IHS iSupply has dissected the latest Apple tablet iPad Air, and as usual they will reveal how much money is needed for the total cost for components of those tablet.

New details were revealed a few weeks from now, but for now iSupply mention that iPad Air component has costs ranging from $ 274 dollars. Although the tablet is made ​​from lightweight aluminum and ultra-thin, but the cost is cheaper than the previous generation iPad.

As usual the most expensive is the 9.7- inch screen resolution of 2048×1536 pixels, which is now 20 percent thinner than the previous model, with LED lighting that is brighter and more efficient. Screen component has priced at $90 USD, and $43 dollars for parts integrated touch screen, so the total is $133 USD just for the screen only.

Samsung and LG are the manufacturer of Air iPad screen, but the LED lighting and the overall package of the present speculated thinner IGZO technology from Sharp. Other parts are quite important :

– A7 chip made ​​by Samsung : $18 USD
– mobile radio with the ability of Qualcomm LTE 14 band : $32 USD
– Flash memory modules : range from $9 (16GB version) to $60 (128GB)

Although overall only 274 dollars, keep in mind that Apple certainly requires the cost of research and development, marketing and distribution as well as other fees.

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Apple has already release the new ipad Air on the market, and now we have an unboxing video of ipad Air Hong Kong version. Whats’s the different?

There is no different between ipad Air International version with Hong Kong version, the ipad Air has 10 inch retina display screen with resoultion of 2048 x 1536 pixel.

Powered by A7 64-bit processor and packs with 5 megapixel rear camera and also available in white and black color. This ipad Air is look more stylish and thinner than the predecessor.

Here are the unboxing video of iPad Air tablet device:

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For a while now, Apple iPad still has not significant changes, when viewed from the side of the design. But at the launch event which took on Wednesday (October 23rd), the Apple design team decided to give a new design for new Apple iPad device.

In a launch event held in San Francisco, Apple iPad shrink the size to 9.7 inches, reducing the total of weight and also streamline the overall body. With the draft approaching shape iPad Mini, Apple also gave a new name to its flagship tablet: iPad Air.

And we also comparing the iPad Air with Google Nexus 10, Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 and Amazon Kindle Fire 8.9-inch HDX version, are three tablets that should start preparing themselves for iPad Air.

But most analysts chose to waive the three names just now and prefer the Nokia Lumia 2520 as the toughest competitor for iPad Air. Because the Nokia Lumia 2520 has specification that is seen could match with the iPad Air.

In terms of resolution and picture quality, the iPad Air has excelled far enough. But Lumia 2520 has a secret weapon, the system has built-in LTE networks. In addition, the Nokia Lumia 2520 is also has quite low price tag. While Apple is actually asking for $ 100 USD if the consumer wants an LTE version of the iPad Air.

When viewed in general , Apple is still superior, especially in terms of taking care of “ecosystem”. The reason, consumers have been able to use the iPad Air for iLife and iWork for free. If Google and Microsoft still has not been able to develop ecosystem-based applications, will most likely iPad Air casually strolled amid intense competition.

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Apple has officially unveiled their new generation of iPad, the iPad Air and iPad Mini (aka iPad Mini 2). Interestngly, both device is packs with retina display screen.

Apple iPad Air is the successor to the Apple iPad generation, the new iPad Air is packs with 9.7 inch Retina Display screen. The design is 20% thinner and 28% lighter than the fourth-generation iPad with a narrower bezel. While the second-generation iPad Mini has also packs with 7,9 inch retina display screen that is more sharper, clear and detailed. The design is the same as the previous iPad Mini but it is powered by 64-bit A7 chipset with built-in wifi and LTE connections plus the latest iOS 7 software.

The second-generation iPad Mini screen now has the same resolution as the iPad Air that has 2048 x 1536 pixels (326 ppi), is more dense than the first generation iPad Mini resolution is only 1024 x 768 pixels. The A7 chip on iPad Air and iPad Mini is supports OpenGL ES version 3.0 and use the new M7 coprosesor control handle accelerometer, gyroscope and compass so the A7 chip could work more efficiently.

Both models of the iPad has two antennas that supports technology Multiple-In-Multiple-Out (MIMO), which can improve performance up to 300 Mbps WiFi be added to complete LTE cellular connections into a single model.

On the side of the camera, both the iPad using the new front camera with rear illumination sensor with larger pixels. 5 megapixel rear camera with fixed and better optics is faster performance and better than ever in terms of taking pictures and video.

Apple also said that it is now available in more than 1 million apps in the App Store with more than 475 thousand apps which are designed specifically for the iPad. Apple also introduced the iTunes Radio as the internet radio service that is free from iTunes.

Apple offers iPad Air WiFi from 1 November at a price of USD 499 for the 16GB, $ 599 for the 32GB model, $ 699 for the 64GB model and $ 799 for the 128GB models. Apple sells iPad with WiFi Air + cell on the same day with prices starting at $629 for the 16GB model. While the iPad Mini with Retina Display wifi version will be available in late November at a price of $399 for the 16GB model to $699 for the 128GB models. Apple iPad Mini with Retina Display models of cellular + WiFi will be available with prices starting at $529 to $829 for the 128GB model in the United States.

Apple on the occasion also announced a price drop for iPad mini from $299 for the 16GB wifi model and $429 for the 16GB wifi + cellular models. Apple iPad 2 is also coming down in price and sold from $399 for the 16GB model and $529 for the 16GB wifi + cellular models.

To complement the two new tablet, Apple's new Smart Cover also provides a price of $39 is available in various color options. Apple also provides a new Smart Case for iPad Airprice of $79 and $69 for iPad Mini.

In addition to the United States, both the new iPad will be available starting November 1 in various countries such as Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Croatia, Hong Kong, Japan, Macao, Singapore, England and other European countries.

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