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Apple is working hard to catch up to the competition in adding generative AI features to its devices, including its flagship iPhones. The company is busy acquiring start-ups and hiring AI specialists, but the new features aren’t likely to reach customers until late this year.

The iPad Air is projected to upgrade to Pro-grade screen real estate in its next generation: a rumor possibly upheld in its latest alleged render. The new schematic purports to blend a premium tablet footprint with slightly more budget design cues, although there are some tweaks that Apple's next 12.9-inch tablet might also inherit some of the OEM's more premium tablet features while missing out on others.

With the official launch of the Apple Vision Pro underway, Apple has revealed the apps that will come pre-installed on the device. Early adopters may be surprised to learn that only 15 of Apple’s stock apps have been optimized for ‘spatial computing.’

Apple is continuing to promote its Mac, iPhone and iPad platforms as viable gaming alternatives to both devs and AAA gamers. In a new interview, the company has highlighted what it has done to lay the groundwork to make Apple devices more attractive for gaming along with what the company thinks give it some unique advantages.

Resident Evil 4 (the remake) has just been released for iOS, iPadOS and MacOS. While the initial download for trying out the game is free, the full game is unlocked with an in-app purchase which is discounted by 50% for a limited time.

The MagHub 3 from Invzi is not only a versatile stand for tablets, but also expands the iPad Pro with a whole range of connections, such as HDMI at 4K@60Hz and various USB ports.

Kojima Productions and 505 Games have postponed the launch of Death Stranding Director’s Cut for Apple devices. Initially, it was planned to debut at the end of this year. Now, the launch is scheduled for early 2024.

A reference to the use of AMD’s FidelityFX Super Resolution technology in Apple’s Legal & Regulatory disclosures has revealed that Apple’s MetalFX is powered by AMD’s graphics upscaling technology. AMD’s tech is open source, which would have made it an expedient pathway to integrating the technology into Apple’s platforms.

Contrary to rumors, Apple does not have a foldable iPad in "intensive development". However, the plans for iPads with an OLED display are apparently being maintained.

As per some recent reports, Apple has made the beta version of the upcoming iOS and iPadOS 17.3 update available to developers. The update will introduce new security features to iPhones and iPads.

With the new update, Siri can now access Health app data and also note users’ health metrics. The update also ensures better privacy of Health app data and convenient execution of Siri requests.

Apple has published its next big updates for iPhones and iPads. Rolling out as iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2, the updates add various new features, including a new Journal app, Spatial video support and Qi2 charging functionality for older iPhones.

According to a new report from esteemed Bloomberg editor Mark Gurman, Apple plans to introduce several new products in early spring 2024. Not only is the company expected to release new MacBook Air 13 and MacBook Air 15 models with Apple M3 chipsets, but there could also be new iPad Air and iPad Pro models with accompanying updated Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard accessories.

The 9th iteration of Apple's most affordable tablet arrived two years ago and its price on Amazon topped in late February 2022 at US$479.99 (64 GB, WiFi version). Now with a list price of US$329, this popular 10.2-inch slate is down to US$229.99, thanks to a solid 30% discount that brings it to a new all-time low.

Apple's plans for updating its MacBook and iPad lineup with OLED screens have long been rumored. A recent report by Taiwanese publication ET News sheds more light on the company's planned timeline for these display upgrades, starting with OLED iPad Pros next year.

CheckMag Even before rumours started circulating about Apple creating its own electric vehicle, some of Apple's business practices shared a lot in common with electric vehicle manufacturers. While not uncommon in the tech industry, they set a worrying precedence for both the way business is conducted and products purchased in the future.

Apple's iPad Air (5th gen) with the M1 chip is currently getting a sweet US$100 discount on Amazon, bringing its price down to US$499. This presents an excellent opportunity for those in search of a high-quality tablet, whether they are looking for their first iPad or upgrade from an older one.

CheckMag A lot can change in less than a month. New iMacs, MacBooks, and M-series chips might have been announced, but don't let that distract you from the fact that Cupertino's new non-Lightning Pencil – its first in half a decade – is arguably its dumbest.

Nomad is launching new cases for iPad Pro and iPad Air made from high-quality leather, namely the Leather Folio and Leather Folio Plus. In addition to a kickstand for easy tablet setup, the Plus version offers a magnetic holder for the Apple Pencil.

In the coming year, Apple's iPad lineup, including the standard iPad, iPad Pro, Mini, and Air, are all set to receive substantial updates, as per Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Anticipation surrounds the future iPad Pro models, which are expected to debut with the M3 chip and OLED displays in 11 and 13-inch sizes.

Apparently, Apple plans to overhaul the iPad Air, having upgraded the mid-range tablet to its M1 SoC last year. According to new rumours, the next iPad Air will arrive in two variants, with a new larger size designed to fill the gap between its mid-range and flagship tablets that exists in its current product stack.

Apple is said to be now upping the ante to bring an iPad with a foldable OLED display. Reportedly, the so-called iPad Fold will enter production next year, a year earlier than expected.

Apple could be announcing new iPad Air, entry-level iPad, and iPad mini as soon as tomorrow according to the latest reports. However, another set of conflicting rumors suggest that Cupertino might not announce the new devices but reveal the next-generation Apple Pencil 3.

Sources familiar with the supply chain have confirmed that Apple plans to transition most of the iPad lineup to OLED. Talks are ongoing to secure supply for panels that will eventually be found on the iPad Air and iPad Mini in 2025.

When it comes to tablets, Apple's iPad is the gold standard, but many Android makers have spent years playing catch up. A number of top Android manufacturers that have spent years chasing the iPad have finally stumbled across winning devices, with some that are even significantly cheaper than the US$449 iPad.

Kingston insists it has brought "ultimate portability" to the external SSD market with the new XS1000. It has a footprint estimated at half that of a pack of cards, yet still allows the user to tote a capacity of up to 2TB in a pocket. The XS1000 is also touted as a highly trustworthy form of storage despite its small size, and to transfer files in a flash thanks to its USB interface.

Apple's flagship tablet may get a major upgrade next year. Per industry tipster Mark Gurman, Apple will equip the next version of the iPad Pro with the company's upcoming M3 chip, the same silicon rumored to debut in MacBooks later this year.

A typically knowledgeable tech correspondent now purports to have outlined the rest of Apple's 2023 product launch schedule for it in advance. The line-up also allegedly continues into early 2024, which is apparently when next-gen iPads and MacBooks are slated to make their respective appearances. Furthermore, they just might be joined by an iMac that finally switches to a new screen size.

Vonmählen seems confident that it has made the ultimate portable pocket-sized power accessory in the form of the new allroundo Pro. The power bank has a novel "double-sided" wireless charging feature that might allow a user to connect their smartphone, tablet and wearable to it all at the same time. Furthermore, the device comes with its own "ecosystem" of modular accessories designed to let the user keep either their iPhone or a cable on it at all times.

TCL is an OEM with a smart TV line-up boasting variants with up-to-date technologies such as QLED and mini-LED. Now, the company has indicated that the next wave of these screens will come with access to "thousands" of movies and TV shows for free out of the box - albeit with ads. They will be part of a new UI provided by Cineverse, a global name in ad-supporting streaming services.

The beta versions of platforms such as macOS are normally exclusive to those able or willing to pay US$99 (or the per-region equivalent) per year for an official Developer Program membership. However, the Cupertino giant has just unveiled a new, free version of this subscription that allows a user access to, say, the latest iOS 17 beta with their existing Apple ID.

Apple has now revealed which devices are eligible for iPadOS 17, iOS 17, watchOS 10 and macOS Sonoma, OS upgrades that it announced as part of yesterday's WWDC 2023 keynote. Unfortunately, Apple has dropped some devices that it currently supports.

The launch of iPadOS 17 and its new features may make businesses all the more interested in using Apple tablets compatible with the software. Now, OtterBox asserts that they can fit into any kind of workspace, regardless of how hazardous, with its new Hardline cases and charging docks. They include the first of either kind for some iPads to conform to standards from official bodies such as UL Solutions for North America.

Apple Savings has reportedly attracted about US$100 million in deposits since launching in the US in April 2023. Now, however, some of its customers have gone public with claims that trying to get their money out of the accounts in question took weeks in some cases, while others claim that their balances never updated following such a transaction. Is the Cupertino giant's consumer 'financial wellness' drive all that healthy?

Apple is projected to launch new MacBooks and possibly top-end iPads with a new chip called the M3 Pro soon. Now, it is slated to arrive with 20% more cores and 12.5% more graphics compared to its predecessor. That might sound like an iterative upgrade - then again, there may also be 12.5% more onboard memory, at least.

Apple has just reported "fiscal 2023 second quarter" (or 2FQ2023) takings reduced by 3% year-on-year (YoY). On the other hand, the Cupertino giant asserts that its iPhones made the most for any quarter in its history, while services such as Music or TV posted an "all-time record". Nevertheless, it follows that Macs and iPads did not do so well during the 3 months in question.

With Apple's software update season right around the corner, rumors are flying as to which devices will be able to upgrade to the latest OS. Unfortunately, some popular (but older) iPhones and iPads will be left in the dust this update cycle.

Apple is tipped to try and make the world accept its Reality (headset) during WWDC 2023. The first-gen VR/AR platform is now backed to come with its own version of Safari, FaceTime, Fitness, Siri and more on its allegedly impending launch. However, it seems the Cupertino giant has gone and developed something for it that might end up being a major sticking point to its adoption.

Tim Cook is headed to India to open two new retail stores in the country. The new locations are found in 2 different cities, and will start to welcome customers from April 18, 2023. Apple touts them as sources of "excellent" customer service and experience in advance, and indicates that they underpin the country's increasing importance to it as a source of both sales and production.

Apple has issued the fourth major update for iOS 16 and iPadOS 16. iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 make several small changes for modern iPhones and iPads, including 21 new emojis. iPadOS 16.4 should also improve the versatility of the Apple Pencil 2 too.

Apple has unveiled a Classical dimension of its Music service that, as the name suggests, is dedicated to streaming tracks from composers such as Tchaikovsky, Beethoven and Chopin. It will be free from the App Store, albeit to current Music subscribers. Its announcement might be the Cupertino giant's way of responding to Spotify's preview of its upcoming TikTok-eqsue mobile UI overhaul.

The emerging screen manufacturer BOE will reportedly miss out on a chance to contribute the OLED with which next-gen iPad Pros are said to launch. The latest word is that Apple has gone with long-time partners Samsung and LG as suppliers for these upcoming flagship tablets' potentially upgraded displays instead.

WhatsApp has been working on a feature in which a video chat can be put into picture-in-picture (PiP) mode, albeit as a beta only. However, it has now been made available to the stable channel of its iOS-compatible version. Meanwhile, its beta counterpart has also just added the ability to share photos in HD as well as SD.

Apple has released iOS 16.4, iPadOS 16.4 and macOS Ventura 13.3 Beta 1 builds. Available to download now, the updates introduce several new features to iPhones, iPads and Macs that will ship to all users in the next few weeks.

Apple continues to roll out iOS 16.3.1 and iPadOS 16.3.1 for eligible iPhones and iPads. The updates introduce several bug fixes for devices running on Apple's stable software distribution branch, with Apple leaving any new features for a major OS revision change. Apple's latest updates did cause a conflict with Google Photos, but an App Store update has now resolved this.

Ming-Chi Kuo says Apple will launch its first-ever foldable iPad in 2024. However, not much is known about it besides the fact that it will feature a carbon fibre kickstand.

BestBuy currently has the brand new 64 GB Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) on sale for US$80 off in both Space Gray and Silver colors. The device is extremely well-reviewed with an average rating of 4.9 stars out of 5 from more than 10,500 reviews on the site.

Apple is rumored to be preparing iPad Pro tablets with OLED panels for a 2024 release, and it seems that the introduction of OLED technology won’t be the only significant update for the popular devices. It has reportedly been confirmed that the 2024 Apple iPad Pro models are also in for a surprising display size bump.

According to the latest notes released by the respected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is likely to launch a foldable device by 2025. It is tipped to be an iPad rather than an iPhone, although not one capable of replacing the current Mini series due to its high price. Therefore, the two products might be available as basic and higher-end options among the Cupertino giant's next-gen tablet line-up.

AOHi asserts that its upcoming crowd-funding campaign will help the user get their charging cable to the ideal length, using a new "modular" system. It is a new take on power accessories with ends rendered universal with magnetic contacts, although this one is touted as compatible with ultra-fast charging as well as with iPhones and iPads.