Tag: IPad

  • Apple iPad Launches with A16 Chip Starting at Rs 34,900

    Apple iPad Launches with A16 Chip Starting at Rs 34,900

    Key Takeaways

    1. Apple launched the new 7th Generation iPad Air with the M3 chipset on March 4, 2025, alongside a more affordable base iPad model.
    2. The base iPad features a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display, an A16 processor, and comes with iPadOS 18 pre-installed.
    3. Both iPads include 12MP front and rear cameras, weigh around 480 grams, and have a battery life of up to 10 hours.
    4. The new iPad is available in four colors and offers WiFi-only or cellular options with three storage configurations.
    5. Pricing for the base iPad starts at Rs 34,900 for the 128GB WiFi model, with additional accessories like the Smart Folio and Magic Keyboard Folio available for purchase.

    Apple has just launched the new 7th Generation iPad Air featuring the M3 chipset today (4th March 2025). However, this release wasn’t a solo act; the company also introduced a new base iPad, which comes with a more budget-friendly price. Here’s all the important information.

    iPad Specifications

    The newest Apple iPad boasts a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display that can reach a peak brightness of 500 nits. Unlike the iPad Air, the base model opts for an older Apple A16 processor instead of the M series chips; this is a 5-core CPU with 4 GPU cores and 16 Neural Engine cores. It’s available in three different storage options and comes pre-installed with iPadOS 18.

    Features of the iPad

    Like the iPad Air, the standard Apple iPad features a 12MP camera on the back and a 12MP camera on the front. It weighs about 480 grams and has a thickness of 7mm. The device is powered by a 28.6Whr battery, offering up to 10 hours of web surfing on WiFi. Additional features include stereo speakers, dual microphones, Bluetooth 5.2, and Touch ID.

    Pricing and Release Information

    Apple has released the new iPad in four color choices: Pink, Silver, Yellow, and Blue. There are options for WiFi only or cellular compatibility, along with three storage configurations. Here’s the pricing breakdown:

    iPad (WiFi Only)
    – 128GB – Rs 34,900
    – 256GB – Rs 44,900
    – 512GB – Rs 64,900

    iPad (WiFi + Cellular)
    – 128GB – Rs 49,900
    – 256GB – Rs 59,900
    – 512GB – Rs 79,900

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  • Apple Denies iPad-Mac Rivalry, Unveils Touchscreen MacBook Plans

    Apple Denies iPad-Mac Rivalry, Unveils Touchscreen MacBook Plans

    Apple recently introduced the iPad Pro 2024, which surprisingly features the new M4 chipsets. This comes even though the M3 processors are still less than a year old. The latest iPad Pro models seem almost excessively powerful given the constraints of iPadOS. Historically, Apple has promoted these iPads as viable laptop alternatives, causing a blurring of the lines between tablets and laptops. Unlike iPads, MacBooks do not offer touchscreens or the same level of versatility. Now, Apple's VP of iPad and Mac Product Marketing has discussed how the two devices compare and whether Apple plans to add touchscreen support to its laptops.

    Apple Might Still Consider Touchscreen Macs

    The new iPad Pro models undeniably outperform Macs, but they fall short due to iPadOS's lack of optimization. In a discussion with The Wall Street Journal's Joanna Stern, Apple VP Tom Boger compared the two devices. According to Boger, Apple views iPads and MacBooks as complementary rather than competitive. The iPad is designed primarily for touch interaction, whereas the Mac is intended for use with a keyboard, mouse, or trackpad.

    When asked if Apple would introduce a touchscreen Mac, Boger clarified that iPads are designed for touch while Macs are not, due to the different computing paradigm offered by macOS. He noted that many users own both types of devices, using iPads to extend their work from Macs. Apple's Continuity feature further enhances this seamless integration.

    Future Possibilities for Touchscreen MacBooks

    Joanna Stern also inquired whether Apple might reconsider its stance on touchscreen MacBooks. Boger hinted at the possibility, stating, "Oh, I can’t say we never change our mind." This suggests that Apple has not entirely ruled out the idea of a touchscreen MacBook, even though it seems unlikely in the near term.

    Previously, Mark Gurman reported that Apple is indeed working on a touchscreen MacBook with a potential release date set for 2025.

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  • Apple Pencil Pro Launches: New Abilities & Find My Support

    Apple Pencil Pro Launches: New Abilities & Find My Support

    Apple has unveiled its latest generation iPad Air and iPad Pro models along with the introduction of a new stylus called the Apple Pencil Pro. This upgraded stylus offers enhanced features, making it an attractive option for creative professionals.

    New Features of Apple Pencil Pro

    The Apple Pencil Pro maintains a similar design to its predecessor, featuring a matte finish and a flat side that can magnetically attach to the side of compatible devices such as the new iPad Pros with M4 processors and the iPad Air M2.

    Enhanced Functionality

    Building on features from the previous model, the Apple Pencil Pro offers pixel-perfect accuracy, low latency, tilt and pressure sensitivity, wireless charging and pairing, hover capabilities, and double-tap functionality for changing tools. A new addition is the Squeeze feature, enabling users to execute actions like adding shapes or accessing the color palette by squeezing the stylus.

    Advanced Technology Integration

    Equipped with a new gyroscope, the Apple Pencil Pro allows users to rotate the barrel to adjust the orientation of the pen and brush tool, enhancing control and mimicking a pen-and-paper experience. The inclusion of a Hover feature enables users to preview where the pencil will mark for increased precision, while a custom haptic engine provides feedback based on stylus usage.

    The Apple Pencil Pro includes integration with Apple's Find My network for easy location in case of misplacement, offering peace of mind to users.

    The Apple Pencil Pro is now available for pre-order at a price of $129 (~Rs 11,900).

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  • Unfortunate Update: New iPad Air to Retain LCD Display

    Unfortunate Update: New iPad Air to Retain LCD Display

    iPad mini, iPad, iPad Air, and iPad Pro are the tablets offered by Apple, with the Pro model boasting the best specifications. Initially rumored to feature mini-LED technology, the 2024 12.9-inch iPad Air will now come with an LCD screen, as Apple has opted out of incorporating mini-LED displays in this model.

    Ross Young, CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC) and a prominent analyst in the display industry, previously suggested that the 2024 iPad Air could sport a mini-LED panel. However, citing high manufacturing costs of mini-LED panels, he now reveals that the iPad Air will utilize an LCD panel instead.

    Apple's Decision and Future Plans

    Ross Young also hinted at Apple's plan to introduce a new iPad model equipped with a mini-LED display in late 2024. The specific model is yet to be determined—it might be a budget-friendly iPad Pro variant or an entirely fresh iPad series. While Apple is known to be developing a new iPad Air, detailed technical specifications remain undisclosed.

    Mini-LED Technology Overview

    Mini-LED display technology, known for enhancing contrast and providing deep black levels compared to LCD screens, falls short of the vibrant colors of OLED displays. By leveraging smaller LEDs for display illumination, mini-LEDs can deliver superior color accuracy. Although Apple integrated mini-LED panels in the 2021 iPad Pro, they have chosen not to include this technology in the iPad Air series due to its high production costs.

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  • Apple ‘Let Loose’ Event on May 7: Expectations & Latest Updates

    Apple ‘Let Loose’ Event on May 7: Expectations & Latest Updates

    Last month, Apple introduced the MacBook Air M3 laptop, and now the tech giant based in Cupertino is preparing to showcase new devices.

    Apple’s Upcoming Event Announcement

    The company has organized a launch event set to occur in a few weeks, titled ‘Let Loose,’ featuring an artistic teaser suggesting the imminent release of new products.

    Numerous speculations have circulated, indicating that Apple is gearing up to reveal the next-generation iPads. This unveiling is highly anticipated as the previous year did not witness any new tablet announcements from the company.

    Apple Let Loose Event Details

    Scheduled for May 7 at 7 am PT, the Apple Let Loose event will be conducted virtually. Viewers can catch the live stream on Apple’s official YouTube channel, the Apple TV app, and the Apple Events website.

    The artistic depiction of the event showcases the Pencil alongside the Apple logo in a range of colors, alluding to enhanced graphic design capabilities. This visual cue suggests the potential launch of the next-generation iPads, accompanied by accessories like a new Pencil and Magic Keyboard.

    Apple 'Let Loose' Event on May 7: Expectations & Latest Updates
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  • Resident Evil 4 coming to Apple iPhone, iPad, and macOS on December 20

    Resident Evil 4 coming to Apple iPhone, iPad, and macOS on December 20

    During the iPhone 15 series announcement, the company unveiled its plans to bring console level AAA games to its mobile devices and PCs. Resident Evil Village was one of the first titles to drop for the iPhone, and now, the release date for Resident Evil 4 has been revealed.

    Resident Evil 4 Launch Date

    The Cupertino based giant has confirmed that the game will be available on 20th December 2023. For those unaware, the title is the Resident Evil 4 Remake from Capcom. This means that it features improved visual fidelity along with a refreshed storyline. Furthermore, the title also supports PlayStation, Xbox, and other wireless controllers.

    However, even if you don’t have a controller, the game can be enjoyed thanks to built-in touch controls that are fully customizable. In other words, you can enjoy a console game on the go. The Resident Evil 4 Remake is releasing for the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max that are running on iOS 17 or later. Similarly, iPads with the M1 chip or later that are running on iPadOS 17 or higher are also eligible for the game.

    Last but not least, MacBooks, Mac mini, and Mac Studio with the M1 or newer chips running on macOS 13 and higher can also run Resident Evil 4 Remake. The game is currently listed for pre-orders on the Apple App Store. A free demo will also be available for those wanting to try out the game before buying it. It is available for purchase for 59.99 US Dollars, with a DLC expansion listed for 19.99 US Dollars.

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