New iPad Mini rumor: 6M coming in third quarter
Another day, another iPad Mini rumor.The latest comes by way of a report from Chinese portal Netease, translated by Kotaku, which states that a smaller version of Apple's hit tablet will come to market in the third quarter.The report says that 6 million units will be ready for launch, and the smaller tablet could sell for $249 to $299.While Steve Jobs himself has dismissed the notion of a smaller iPad, rumors have continued to pop up that Apple is readying a smaller version of its iPad. The success of Amazon's Kindle Fire, which has sold well largely thanks to its lower price tag, may have convinced Apple that there is an opportunity for a smaller, more affordable tablet. Analysts have said such a device would help it maintain its lead over competitors. Apple may be preparing the smaller iPad as a response to the expected launch of competitive devices running on Windows 8, according to the report. While Android tablets haven't sold as well, Microsoft could have more luck given the potential to integrate desktop, laptop, and tablet operating systems. For now, the iPad continues to dominate the market.A representative for Apple declined to comment.
Monday, March 23, 2015
New iPad hits South Korea, 11 more countries on Friday
New iPad hits South Korea, 11 more countries on Friday
Apple said today that its new iPad will hit a dozen new markets, including South Korea, on Friday. Along with South Korea, the new iPad will be available in Brunei, Croatia, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Malaysia, Panama, St Maarten, Uruguay and Venezuela. The following Friday, it will be available in Colombia, Estonia, India, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Montenegro, South Africa and Thailand.The new iPad, despite minor upgrades such as a higher-resolution screen and slightly improved processor, has been another success for Apple, which continues to dominate the tablet business. The expansion into 22 new markets over the next two weeks should only help to cement its lead over rivals running on Android or Research in Motion's BlackBerry PlayBook. The iPad, along with the iPhone, is expected to power the next phase of growth for the company. South Korea, meanwhile, marks an important market because it is the home country of rival Samsung Electronics, which Apple is combating in the courtroom over a myriad of patents, as well as in the market against Samsung's line of Galaxy tablets. The prices for the iPad remain the same, starting at $499 for a Wi-Fi only 16GB version, and going as high as $829 for the 64GB 4G version, although Apple notes that 4G LTE is only available in markets in North America.
Apple said today that its new iPad will hit a dozen new markets, including South Korea, on Friday. Along with South Korea, the new iPad will be available in Brunei, Croatia, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Malaysia, Panama, St Maarten, Uruguay and Venezuela. The following Friday, it will be available in Colombia, Estonia, India, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Montenegro, South Africa and Thailand.The new iPad, despite minor upgrades such as a higher-resolution screen and slightly improved processor, has been another success for Apple, which continues to dominate the tablet business. The expansion into 22 new markets over the next two weeks should only help to cement its lead over rivals running on Android or Research in Motion's BlackBerry PlayBook. The iPad, along with the iPhone, is expected to power the next phase of growth for the company. South Korea, meanwhile, marks an important market because it is the home country of rival Samsung Electronics, which Apple is combating in the courtroom over a myriad of patents, as well as in the market against Samsung's line of Galaxy tablets. The prices for the iPad remain the same, starting at $499 for a Wi-Fi only 16GB version, and going as high as $829 for the 64GB 4G version, although Apple notes that 4G LTE is only available in markets in North America.
New iPad comes with 1GB of RAM, report says
New iPad comes with 1GB of RAM, report says
Lost amid the talk of Apple's new iPad yesterday was a mention of how much RAM the device features. But a new report claims to have the answer.Apple's new iPad comes with 1GB of RAM, according to The Verge, citing sources. Although Apple has not confirmed that claim, it would make sense. Apple's first iPad launched with 256MB of RAM onboard. The second iPad bumped that figure to 512MB of RAM. If history is to be our guide, this time around, Apple's new iPad should come with 1GB of RAM.Related storiesAll 'new iPad' coverage on CNET (roundup)Hands on Apple's new iPad (photos)Apple's new iPad: Get all the details here Apple's new iPad: Now the company competes with everyoneNew iPad shows tablet trajectory from nice to necessaryAt 1GB of RAM, the new iPad not only beats out its predecessor, but also doubles the RAM found in Apple's new iPhone 4S.Aside from RAM, Apple's new iPad, which the company unveiled at an event in San Francisco yesterday, comes with a host of improvements, including the Retina Display, the A5X processor, and an improved camera. The new iPad is expected to launch on March 16 and will come in 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB versions. The Wi-Fi-only models start at $499, while the Wi-Fi and LTE options go for $629 and up.Apple did not immediately respond to CNET's request for comment on The Verge's report.
Lost amid the talk of Apple's new iPad yesterday was a mention of how much RAM the device features. But a new report claims to have the answer.Apple's new iPad comes with 1GB of RAM, according to The Verge, citing sources. Although Apple has not confirmed that claim, it would make sense. Apple's first iPad launched with 256MB of RAM onboard. The second iPad bumped that figure to 512MB of RAM. If history is to be our guide, this time around, Apple's new iPad should come with 1GB of RAM.Related storiesAll 'new iPad' coverage on CNET (roundup)Hands on Apple's new iPad (photos)Apple's new iPad: Get all the details here Apple's new iPad: Now the company competes with everyoneNew iPad shows tablet trajectory from nice to necessaryAt 1GB of RAM, the new iPad not only beats out its predecessor, but also doubles the RAM found in Apple's new iPhone 4S.Aside from RAM, Apple's new iPad, which the company unveiled at an event in San Francisco yesterday, comes with a host of improvements, including the Retina Display, the A5X processor, and an improved camera. The new iPad is expected to launch on March 16 and will come in 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB versions. The Wi-Fi-only models start at $499, while the Wi-Fi and LTE options go for $629 and up.Apple did not immediately respond to CNET's request for comment on The Verge's report.
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