According to reports, tech giant Apple is likely to introduce a complete update of gadgets for the entire iPad lineup this year, in 2024. Cupertino-based company is working on bringing new models of iPad Pro and iPad Air this year. Currently, Apple sells five different variations of iPads, including iPad Pro, regular ninth and tenth-generation iPads, iPad Air, and iPad mini.
According to reports, Apple is reportedly working on an iPad Air with a 12.9-inch IPS LCD screen, making it the largest iPad Air. Overall, the dimensions of the 12.9-inch iPad Air could be larger than the dimensions of the 12.9-inch iPad Pro from Apple’s tablet lineup.
Currently, the fifth-generation iPad Air has a 10.9-inch display in one size. According to the source, it is expected that Apple will offer iPad Air and iPad Pro models in two different screen sizes. The Air version will include models with 10.9-inch and 12.9-inch displays, while the Pro model will offer slightly larger displays measuring 11 and 13 inches diagonally.
Furthermore, it is expected that the iPad Air will feature a USB-C port, a four-speaker sound system, and a power button that also functions as a Touch ID sensor. In terms of hardware, the upcoming iPad Air is expected to be powered by the M2 chip, while a more powerful M3 chip might be reserved for the iPad Pro lineup. The iPad Pro is set to receive an OLED display, a refreshed Magic Keyboard, and an updated design.
It has been noted that Apple may announce the new iPad Pro lineup in the first quarter of 2024, followed by the iPad Air in the second quarter, and finally the base iPad mini and 11th-generation iPad in the third quarter of 2024, along with the iPhone 16 series, according to reports.
FAQ:
1. What models of the iPad does Apple plan to introduce this year?
Apple plans to introduce new models of iPad Pro and iPad Air this year.
2. What are the current variations of iPad sold by Apple?
Currently, Apple sells five different variations of iPads, including iPad Pro, regular ninth and tenth-generation iPads, iPad Air, and iPad mini.
3. What are the expected screen sizes for the iPad Air and iPad Pro?
It is expected that Apple will offer iPad Air and iPad Pro models in two different screen sizes. The Air version will include models with 10.9-inch and 12.9-inch displays, while the Pro model will offer slightly larger displays measuring 11 and 13 inches diagonally.
4. What additional features will the new iPad models have?
The iPad Air will feature a USB-C port, a four-speaker sound system, and a power button that also functions as a Touch ID sensor. The iPad Pro is set to receive an OLED display, a refreshed Magic Keyboard, and an updated design.
5. When can we expect the introduction of the new iPad models?
Apple may announce the new iPad Pro lineup in the first quarter of 2024, the iPad Air in the second quarter, and the iPad mini and 11th-generation iPad in the third quarter of 2024.
6. What other devices may be introduced along with the new iPad models?
According to reports, along with the new iPad models, Apple may also introduce the iPhone 16 series.
Definitions:
– Cupertino – a city in California where Apple Inc.’s headquarters is located.
– Diagonally – a line connecting two opposite vertices of a geometric figure passing through its center.
– IPS LCD – a display technology used in LCD panels that provides wide viewing angles and good color reproduction.
– USB-C – a type of connector used in electronic devices that enables data transfer and device charging.
– OLED – a display technology in which organic diodes emit light independently, resulting in deeper blacks and higher contrast than LCD technology.
– Magic Keyboard – a dedicated keyboard for iPad, produced by Apple.
Suggested related links:
Official iPad page on Apple’s website
The source of the article is from the blog exofeed.nl