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Apple is preparing to release refreshed versions of the entry-level iPad, iPad Air, and iPad Pro early next year, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The planned updates follow the recent release of a redesigned iPad mini and will introduce upgraded silicon across the remaining tablet lineup. [1][2]
The standard iPad is slated to receive an A19 processor, 8GB of RAM, and support for Apple Intelligence, alongside an N1 chip and C1X modem for Wi-Fi 7 and sub-6 GHz 5G connectivity. Meanwhile, the iPad Air is expected to gain an OLED screen while retaining a 60Hz refresh rate and Touch ID, potentially alongside an M5 chip and an estimated price between $799 and $899 for the 11-inch model. The higher-end iPad Pro is slated to transition to an M6 or M7 chip and incorporate a vapor chamber to improve cooling during demanding AI workloads. [1][2]
The tablet updates arrive as Apple's broader ecosystem faces internal overlap from devices like touchscreen MacBook Pro models, smart displays, and the iPhone Duo. [1][2]
After debuting the refreshed iPad mini with OLED this past week, Apple still has more in the pipeline for the rest of the iPad lineup in the first half of next year. That includes a new iPad Air, a new base iPad, and a new iPad Pro, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.
via 9to5Mac
Follow its iPad mini launch last week, Apple may unveil three new iPad models early next year.
via Engadget