Apple Announces May 7 Event to Unveil New iPads
Apr. 23, 2024We have been hearing about the repeated delays of the iPad launch but Mark Gurman recently said in his newsletter that Apple will likely hold an event in the May 6 week and that has come true this time.
From the looks of the official event poster, iPads are expected to the main announcement. Apple is rumored to launch new 11-inch and 13-inch OLED iPad Pro models featuring the new M3 chipset. Two new iPad Air models with M2 chip are also expected to make a debut at the event. This time, Apple is likely increasing the size of its mid-range iPad lineup with the launch of the first-ever 12.9-inch iPad Air.
In addition to iPads, a new and revamped Magic Keyboard with a larger trackpad and aluminum enclosure is also on the cards. Moreover, rumors are also circulating about a new Apple Pencil with visionOS support and a new “squeeze” gesture.
The announcement of new iPad Pro models is touted to be the headline of the event as Apple is finally set to switch to OLED panels from IPS LCD ones, which it markets as Liquid Retina XDR Display. The change would bring better contrast and brightness.
Naturally, the upgrade in the display technology would trickle down to increased cost. Mark Gurman hasalready confirmedthat a price hike is expected for iPad Pro models. Currently, iPad Pro starts at $799 for the 11-inch variant whereas the 12.9-inch variant costs $1099.
As for the iPad and iPad mini, it is expected that Apple will refresh them at an event later this year.
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