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Apple iPad (11th Gen) to Launch With A17 Pro SoC, Apple Intelligence Support: Gurman

Apple iPad (11th Gen) to Launch With A17 Pro SoC, Apple Intelligence Support: Gurman

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Two of Apple’s entry-level iPad models may be powered by an older chipset instead of the latest A18 processor, according to a report. The device in question is the iPad (11th Gen) whose purported variants are speculated to use the same chip as the iPhone 15 Pro models despite previously reported issues related to high cost of manufacturing and low yields. Courtesy of this newer chipset, the tablet may have support for Apple Intelligence — the company’s latest software features that are powered by artificial intelligence (AI). iPad (11th Gen) to Debut With 8GB of RAM In the latest edition of his weekly Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman detailed information about the purported 11th generation iPad . It is expected to use the same A17 Pro chipset from the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. The device may become the second iPad in Apple’s lineup to run on this processor, following the launch of the iPad Mini (7th Gen) in October 2024. The two models — J481 and J482 — are speculated …

iPad Mini (2024) With A17 Pro Chip, Support for Apple Intelligence Launched in India: Price, Specifications

iPad Mini (2024) With A17 Pro Chip, Support for Apple Intelligence Launched in India: Price, Specifications

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iPad Mini (2024) was launched in global markets including India on Tuesday. The latest version of the company’s most compact iPad is powered by an A17 Pro chip, the same processor that was introduced with last year’s iPhone 15 Pro. The seventh-generation iPad Mini model is the first update to the mini lineup since 2021, and the company has finally increased the storage of its base model to 128GB. It will support Apple Intelligence features as they are gradually rolled out by Apple. iPad Mini (2024) Price in India, Availability iPad Mini (2024) price in India starts at Rs. 49,900 for the base model with 128GB of storage, while the cellular variant is priced at Rs. 64,900. The 256GB Wi-Fi model costs Rs. 59,900 (Cellular: Rs. 74,900) while the 512GB Wi-Fi variant will set you back by Rs. 79,900 (Cellular: Rs. 94,900). Apple says that the iPad Mini (2024) will be sold in Blue, Purple, Space Grey, and Starlight colourways starting on October 23. Pre-orders are now available via the company’s website. As part of the company’s …

Best Prime Big Deal Days Apple Deals for October 2024

Best Prime Big Deal Days Apple Deals for October 2024

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AirPods Pro 2 wireless earbuds: Amazon iPad 9th Generation: Amazon AirPods Max headphones: Amazon 2022 MacBook Air laptop: Amazon Apple iPad Mini (6th generation): Amazon Apple products can be expensive, so Amazon’s discount days are a great opportunity to snag one at a lower price. Big Deal Days take place on Oct. 8 and 9 this year, with some items 50% off or more. Here are some Apple deals that stood out. Note: These deals are only available for Amazon Prime customers and Amazon Prime Student members. The pricing and product availability information was accurate at the time of publication. SEE: Apple’s September 2024 keynote showed off the next generation of iPhone, AirPods, and more. AirPods Pro 2 wireless earbuds The in-ear format helps Apple’s spatial audio adjust to an individual’s ears. Image: Amazon The AirPods are Apple’s quintessential modern earbuds. The AirBuds Pro 2 will be eligible for the October 2024 update that adds a clinical-grade hearing test and hearing aid features. These current AirPods include active noise cancellation, Conversation Awareness — which lowers …

Apple Might Hold October Launch Event for Updated iPad Mini, M4-Powered Mac Models: Gurman

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Apple’s ‘It’s Glowtime’ launch event is scheduled to take place later today, as the Cupertino company is expected to launch up to four handsets in the iPhone 16 series that will offer Apple Intelligence features, as well as new AirPods and Apple Watch models. This isn’t likely to be the company’s final launch event of the year, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, who says that Apple could unveil new iPad models and well as a new version of its smallest computer — the Mac Mini — next month. In the latest version of his Power On newsletter, Gurman states that Apple could launch new iPad models at an event in October. One of these will be the successor to the iPad Mini (2021) that was launched three years ago, with an A15 Bionic chip. The Bloomberg journalist has not specified which processor will power the upcoming iPad Mini model. Apple has already updated the iPad Air and iPad Pro earlier this year, powered by its M2 and M4 chips, respectively. This suggests that the company could …

Apple Said to Launch New iPad Mini by the End of 2024 at the Earliest

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Apple unveiled the new iPad Pro and iPad Air lineup at the ‘Let Loose’ event last week. The Cupertino giant did not release an update to the iPad Mini this time, instead, we got a new Apple Pencil Pro and an updated Magic Keyboard. However, this has given Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reason to believe that the tech giant could unveil a new iPad mini at the end of the year. The sixth generation iPad mini was launched at the end of 2021. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman (via @appltrack) stated that the new iPad mini will be launched at “the end of this year at the earliest”. The analyst reportedly believes the smallest tablet will come with a faster chip inside, but no other major upgrades. The upcoming model could replace the currently available iPad Mini 2021. The iPad Mini has not received a refresh since September 2021 (Review). It is powered by the A15 Bionic processor and is priced at Rs. 64,900 for the Wi-Fi variant with 256GB storage. The seventh-generation iPad Mini is rumoured to …

Apple Tipped to be Working on a Foldable Device With a Large Display

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Apple is reportedly working on a new category of products. The Cupertino-based tech giant is tipped to have a foldable device under development. Reports suggest that it could carry a larger screen compared to most foldable smartphones currently available in the market. The model has also been speculated to be comparable to the latest iPad Mini. A recent report also tipped the launch timeline of this rumoured Apple foldable device. A report by The Elec claims that Apple is working on a foldable device, tipped to be a smartphone with a large display. The report says that the inner screen of this purported book-style foldable may measure around 7 to 8-inch, particularly anywhere between 7.6 and 8.4-inch. If true, this device could be Apple’s first foldable smartphone or tablet. The report also claims that the Apple foldable may launch either by 2026 or 2027. The rumoured size of the Apple foldable smartphone may replace the iPad Mini, which was refreshed in 2021 and carries an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina IPS LCD screen. This model currently starts in India …

Apple Plans to Clear Up Cluttered iPad Lineup, iPad Air to Be Updated With M2 Chip: Report

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Apple did not introduce new iPad models this year and is believed to be planning a long overdue overhaul of its popular tablet lineup in 2024. The Cupertino, California-based company is said to be working on introducing new iPad Pro and iPad Air models next year. Apple is also reportedly planning to clear up its cluttered iPad offerings. The iPhone maker currently sells five different iPad models — the iPad Pro, iPad Air, ninth and 10th generation regular iPad models, and the iPad mini. A new report says that the company intends to establish distinction between the Pro and Air models, with the former getting an M3 chipset. According to Mark Gurman’s Power On newsletter on Bloomberg, the upcoming iPad Pro models will bring changes that clearly distinguish them as the top-of-the-line iPad. In addition to the M3 chip, the next iPad Pro will reportedly get an OLED screen, a revamped magic keyboard accessory, and an updated design. The upcoming iPad Air models, on the other hand, will run on the lower-powered M2 chip. While this …

This Apple Product Has Been Marked Obsolete, Not Eligible For Repairs

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Apple launched the third-generation of the iPad mini in 2014. New Delhi: The third-generation of the iPad mini has been officially marked as an obsolete product by Apple. This means that the device will no longer be eligible for repairs. Once a device is marked obsolete by Apple, service providers cannot order parts for that device. According to the tech giant’s support page, “products are considered obsolete when Apple stopped distributing them for sale more than 7 years ago.” Apple launched the third-generation of the iPad mini in 2014. The device was extremely popular that year. It ran on an A7 chip and had a Touch ID home button. According to reports, Apple is currently working on a new version of the iPad mini which will be launched in the second half of 2023 or early 2024. Apple is also expected to be working on a mixed-reality headset and an electric vehicle. The company has also been battling supply disruptions that arose due to the Covid lockdowns in China. The Zhengzhou facility, known as iPhone …

Apple Foldable iPad Unlikely to Launch in 2025, Premium iPad Mini in the Works: Ming-Chi Kuo

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Apple is expected to soon foray into the foldable market. Rumours in the past have suggested that the Cupertino company might bring a foldable iPad before a foldable iPhone. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has now hinted that it is doubtful that Apple will replace the iPad mini with a foldable model. He believes that a foldable iPad will be significantly higher priced than the iPad mini, which might make it an unreasonable choice. Instead, Apple could be working on a premium version of the iPad. Kuo speculates that the higher price of a foldable iPad could prevent Apple from replacing the iPad mini. Furthermore, he believes that the Cupertino company is working on a more premium version of the iPad mini. Its mass shipment is expected to begin by the end of 2023 or the first half of 2024. A past report had suggested that Apple might come with a foldable iPad before releasing a foldable iPhone. This iPad model is expected to arrive in 2024 and might be in the ‘super-premium’ price range. Apple might be …