Some of the claimed iPad mini 6 features will reportedly include Apple's unreleased A15 chip, with better connectivity via USB-C and Smart Connector support also part of the package.
iPad mini 6 may sport Apple A15, Smart Connector and USB-C
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Apple’s first iPad with an OLED display now said to launch in 2023
In 2021, Apple started to make the transition to mini-LED displays with the 12.9-inch iPad Pro. There have been rumors swirling around for quite some time that Apple would make that change, with more than one device expected to boast the technology in the future. But, at the same time, there are expectations that Apple's true destination is more OLED panels in mobile devices.
Will iPadOS 15 continue to hold back the iPad Pro?
Apple put itself in a unique position before the start of this year's Worldwide Developers Conference. Not necessarily one it had to find a way out of, per se. However, a lot of people expected Apple to do just that.
8 new outstanding features in iPadOS 15
iPadOS 15 is on the way. Apple showcased the new software at this year's WWDC. This year was all about cross-platform feature parity, but that's usually the case with iPadOS and iOS anyway. That's certainly the case this year.
New iPad mini again rumored to shrink the bezels, add a Touch ID power button, and a USB-C port
The iPad mini has retained that familiar, big bezel iPad design for a long time. But it sounds increasingly like Apple's looking to change things up in the near future. Even before the end of 2021, even.
macOS 12 Monterey makes it easy to work across devices
Apple's ecosystem isn't just about one device. It's about finding the right way to work across all the different Apple-branded products on your desk. And with two new features coming soon to macOS 12 Monterey (and, technically, iPadOS 15), it's getting a bit easier.
iPadOS 15 adds the Translate app, bringing new ways to communicate on iPad
There are some instances where the iPad is missing out on some Apple-specific apps. The Weather and Calculator apps, for instance. And for folks who believe the Translate app would be a good fit for the iPad, well, Apple apparently agrees.
iPadOS 15 welcomes better widget support and adds the App Library
One of the biggest features Apple added with iOS 14 last year was the App Library. It did not make the cut for iPadOS 14 at the time. But Apple is now fixing that, while also expanding widget support for good measure.
iPadOS 15 improves multitasking and adopts more keyboard shortcuts to boost productivity
Getting things done on iPad is pretty easy. Especially if you have an iPad Pro. But getting multiple things done at the same time has always been a trickier affair. But Apple's looking to address that potential sticking point with the upcoming iPadOS 15 launch.
Here are all the devices that support iOS 15, iPadOS 15, watchOS 8, and macOS Monterey
Earlier today, Apple officially unveiled the next major software updates for its platforms at this year's WWDC. It shouldn't surprise anyone that a large range of Apple's devices support updating to the upcoming updates. So you can find a list below of the supported devices that will be updated later this year.
What do you want to see Apple announce at WWDC?
It's that time of year again. We're just a few days away from Apple executives (and probably a few others) talking about what's next for its major platforms at this year's Worldwide Developers Conference. And, as usual, there's a lot of expectations swirling around the company.
Bloomberg: Apple’s iPad mini to shrink its bezels and drop the Home button later in 2021
Apple will update the iPad mini later this year with an overhauled design featuring slimmer bezels and no Home button though it's unclear if the refreshed tablet may adopt Face ID.