Apple has an event scheduled within the next few weeks where it is expected to launch the next generation iPhone and iPad devices. Now, thanks to a new leak on this, we may have an idea of what devices Apple has lined up for launch at its upcoming event. According to noted leakster Evan Blass, there is the 2022 iPad Pro 12.9 (6th Gen), the iPad Pro 11 (4th Gen), and the iPad … [Read more...] about Apple rumored to launch new iPad Pro and iPhone 14 Mini next month
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Android tablets are on the decline
Tablet shipments continue to be good with strong demand that supersedes what it was during the pre-pandemic days even though there has been a general decline in sales compared to what it was a year ago. Further, as Strategy Analytics has put it, there has been a shift in consumer preference toward detachable 2-in-1 tablets as buyers increasingly seek devices that favor both … [Read more...] about Android tablets are on the decline
With iPadOS 16, the iPad gets a laptop makeover
Apple introduced the new iPadOS 16 update during the WWDC 2022 event that aims to introduce new multitasking features to the iPad device, Gizmodo reported. That includes the new Stage Manager, which in reality is a multitasking tool that allows for the placement of overlapping windows of different apps, something that is a common thing to do on a laptop. There is going to be … [Read more...] about With iPadOS 16, the iPad gets a laptop makeover
First Apple iPhone and iPad hybrid device expected to arrive in 2025
While it’s already known Apple is working on a foldable device, one that likely will serve as an iPhone variant but will open up into a tablet device, recent reports on this claim such a device isn't expected to arrive before 2025 at the least. This has been revealed by the popular leakster Ming-Chi Kuo who is known to be quite accurate with his Apple-related … [Read more...] about First Apple iPhone and iPad hybrid device expected to arrive in 2025
Apple is working on a subscription program for iPad and iPhone
Apple is reported to be working on a plan that would make owing its hardware such as the iPhone or the iPad akin to subscribing to any of its software services. This, experts believe, would be a masterstroke on part of the Cupertino based company as the scheme could significantly add to Apple's revenue from the sale of its devices. As it is, the iPhone already happens to be the … [Read more...] about Apple is working on a subscription program for iPad and iPhone
Surface tablets registered positive growth in Q4 2020 even though the iPad remained dominant
The latest PC and tablet shipment figures in the US as revealed by Canalys present an interesting scenario, what with the segment registering a steep 28 percent decline in shipments in Q4, 2021 even though the segment as a whole grew by 1 percent in 2021. Overall, there has been a total of 33.8 million PCs sold in the US last year, which comprises of desktops, notebooks, … [Read more...] about Surface tablets registered positive growth in Q4 2020 even though the iPad remained dominant
Will the foldable iPhone go on to replace the iPad Mini?
The Apple tablet range right now starts with the iPad Mini 6 though that seems set for a change what with rumors of a foldable iPhone joining the line-up soon. According to a report in the Display Supply Chain blog, analyst Ross Young claimed that Apple could be in a position to launch a foldable iPhone as early as 2023 or latest by 2024.Of course, there isn't a lot of … [Read more...] about Will the foldable iPhone go on to replace the iPad Mini?
Best iPad drawing accessories
E-readers of today have moved beyond their limited function as reading devices alone. Many of the top-tier e-paper tablets offer stylus support which allows users to write and even draw on them. Nonetheless, iPads remain the number one tablet of choice when it comes to most digital artists and creators.It takes more than just a creative mind and an iPad to draw some of your … [Read more...] about Best iPad drawing accessories
Apple iPad leads the application processor market with a 58% market share
The Apple iPad continues to be the dominant player in the tablet segment, as proved in recent research wherein the Apple tablet has been found to have 58 percent of revenue share for Q2, 2021. The above has been revealed by Strategy Analytics that is based its finding on the Application Processor market.While Apple holds the top spot, it is Intel, Qualcomm, MediaTek, and … [Read more...] about Apple iPad leads the application processor market with a 58% market share
Xiaomi Pad 5 makes European debut, price starts €349
The Xiaomi Pad 5 has just been introduced in the European market. According to gsmarena, the tablet essentially is the rebranded version of its recently launched Mi Pad 5 4G though for reasons best known to Xiaomi, the more advanced versions of the tablet, the Mi Pad 5 Pro and the Mi Pad 5 Pro 5G isn't making it to the international markets, at least not for now.The Mi Pad … [Read more...] about Xiaomi Pad 5 makes European debut, price starts €349
New iPad and iPad Mini are coming out soon
The new iPad and iPad Mini are finally here. Essentially, these make for the 9th generation iPad and the 6th generation iPad Mini, and the launch pretty much confirms what was already being speculated for months preceding the launch. That includes an A13 Bionic chip for the regular iPad that Apple said allows for a 20 percent bump in CPU and GPU performance. Apple is also … [Read more...] about New iPad and iPad Mini are coming out soon
Future iPads may have titanium chassis for enhanced rigidity
Apple is reported to be contemplating switching to titanium-based frames from the current aluminum-based shells for its future iPad devices. This will address one of the biggest shortcomings with the current iPad lineup that is often criticized for being susceptible to bending or twisting forces. Clearly, the bigger expanse could be proving a bit too much for aluminum to hold … [Read more...] about Future iPads may have titanium chassis for enhanced rigidity
Apple to launch buy-now-pay-later program in Canada on August 11th
Apple is all set to introduce its 'Buy now, pay later' scheme in Canada starting August 11, 2021, Bloomberg reported. However, unlike in the US where the deferred payment program is brought about via Apple Card credit card and Goldman Sachs, the same in Canada is going to be rolled out via Affirm Holdings. The offer will apply to purchases made from both the online and physical … [Read more...] about Apple to launch buy-now-pay-later program in Canada on August 11th
The Apple iPad is the king of tablets
Apple continues to rule the roost when it comes to the tablet segment, with the iPad once again emerging at the top of the pack with 14.2 million units sold by the end of Q2, 2021, a Canalys report on this claimed. This makes for a 36.3 percent share of the tablet market which however is still less than the 38 percent market share it held on to in Q2, 2020.What is notable … [Read more...] about The Apple iPad is the king of tablets