Apple's ‘Let Loose' Event: What to Expect from New iPads
Apple is gearing up for its next major launch event of 2024 on May 7, teasing it with the tagline “Let Loose” and a prominent Apple Pencil in the logo. The spotlight's likely to shine on the new iPad Pro and iPad Air lineup. Rumors are swirling about some exciting upgrades, like OLED displays, M3 chips, and sleeker designs, promising a better experience for users.
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Let's dive into what's buzzing about the new iPad lineup:
New iPad Pro Lineup
Expect the star of the show to be the iPad Pro lineup, rumored to feature OLED screens across the board. This switch from LCD and mini-LED displays should bring better contrast and deeper blacks, making visuals pop. There's talk of a size increase too, with the 12.9-inch model possibly growing to 13 inches, giving users more workspace.
Aside from the display upgrades, the new iPad Pro models might slim down. The 11-inch model could be just 5.1 mm thick, while the 12.9-inch one might hit 5.0 mm. Credit OLED tech for this sleeker design.
Under the hood, expect a performance boost thanks to the M3 chip, promising faster speeds and better efficiency.
Apple's also rumored to unveil a new Magic Keyboard, sturdier and more laptop-like, alongside a redesigned Apple Pencil with Find My integration and swappable tips. But brace yourself for a price hike – reports hint at an increase of up to $160 for these new models.
New iPad Air Lineup
Rumors also point to a new iPad Air lineup joining the party. Like the Pro models, they're getting some juicy updates, including a 12.9-inch version alongside the 10.9-inch one. It's a first for the iPad Air, offering more choices to users. The larger model might sport a mini-LED screen for brighter, sharper visuals.
Camera-wise, expect a new look with a vertical bump reminiscent of older iPhone models. The front-facing camera is rumored to move to the side for better landscape-mode use.
Performance-wise, the iPad Air might get a boost with either the M2 or M3 chip, though there's no new Magic Keyboard in the cards. Apple seems keen on setting the iPad Pro apart.
Remember, all this is just speculation until Apple spills the beans on May 7. But if the rumors hold true, we're in for some exciting upgrades to both the iPad Pro and iPad Air, catering to a wider audience with better performance, displays, and design.
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