GoKawiilApple plans three iPad upgrades for early next year, Bloomberg reports
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports Apple intends to refresh its base iPad, iPad Air and iPad Pro lineup in early 2024-2025 timeframe. The base model is expected to gain Apple Intelligence support via an A19 chip with 8GB RAM, plus Apple's new N1 chip and C1X modem for Wi-Fi 7 and 5G. The iPad Air is said to be getting an OLED display, while the Pro may jump to an M6 or M7 chip alongside a new vapor chamber for cooling.
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The refresh suggests Apple is pushing AI capability and connectivity upgrades across its entire tablet range rather than just flagship models, which could broaden Apple Intelligence adoption. It also raises questions about how Apple will differentiate iPads from newer devices like the rumored iPhone Duo, touchscreen MacBooks, and HomeView smart display, since all could serve overlapping use cases. With iPads still selling roughly 60 million units annually according to the report, maintaining clear product positioning may matter for Apple's broader hardware strategy.
- Bloomberg's Gurman reports Apple may launch three new iPads in early 2024-2025: base, Air and Pro models
- Base iPad expected to gain Apple Intelligence support, A19 chip, 8GB RAM, and new N1/C1X chips for Wi-Fi 7 and 5G
- iPad Air may get OLED display; iPad Pro could see M6/M7 chip and new vapor chamber cooling
Apple iPad (current generation) — If you're waiting on next year's refresh, the current iPad is still a great entry point into Apple's tablet lineup with solid performance for everyday tasks, streaming, and note-taking. It pairs well with the Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard accessories mentioned as part of the broader iPad ecosystem. A smart pickup now while you wait to see how the rumored upgrades shake out.
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