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We're expecting 2024 to be a big year when it comes to iPad launches, and we've now got a better idea of when the most expensive models – the next-gen iPad Pro and the iPad Air 6 – are going to be arriving. This information comes from the usually reliable Mark Gurman at Bloomberg, who reckons these tablets are "probably" going to break cover the week starting May 6. As well as the iPad Pro and iPad Air, a new Magic Keyboard and new Apple Pencil are also being mentioned. While Gurman has previously said May would be the month we'd see these new slates – a timeframe backed up by other rumors – this is the most precise prediction we've had yet. As we've already heard, the new iPad Pro line is likely to switch to OLED for its display tech, just like the iPhone. According to Gurman, that will mean "higher price points", but he doesn't specify what they are; for reference the 12.9-inch iPad Pro launched in 2022 currently starts at $1,099 / £1,249 / AU$1,399, with the 11-inch version costing $799 / £899 / AU$1,899 and up. A longer wait The current entry-level iPad (Image credit: Future) When it comes to the cheaper iPads – the entry-level iPad and the iPad mini – Gurman says these "won't be coming before the end of the year at the earliest". That's something of a surprise considering that the iPad mini 7 was originally tipped to be turning up before the end of 2023, as the series hasn't been refreshed since 2021. As for the standard 10.9-inch iPad, that was last updated in 2022, with the iPad 11 widely tipped to be appearing this year. Based on what Gurman says, it sounds as though Apple might even wait until 2025 to refresh these models. Don't expect any big upgrades either: the iPad mini is apparently only getting a processor bump, while the entry-level iPad might just be a "cost-reduced version" of the 2022 edition (so more or less the same, but cheaper). That's a lot of iPads, and it's going to be interesting to see how Apple positions them all in terms of features and price points. Check our iPad Pro 2024, iPad Air 6, iPad mini 7 and iPad 11 hubs to see all the rumors we've heard about these devices so far. You might also like The next 11-inch iPad Pro might be in short supplyApple chipset leak teases the 2024 iPadsWe got the iPad update we needed, not the one we wanted View the full article

Apple will likely launch new iPad Pro and iPad Air models during the second week of May, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. "For those looking for more specific timing, I'm told the launch will probably happen the week of May 6," said Gurman, in his Power On newsletter today. "Another data point to that end: Apple retail stores are preparing to receive new product marketing materials later that week. That's typically a sign that a new product release is incoming." Apple is expected to announce the following products:Two new iPad Pro models with the M3 chip, OLED displays, a thinner enclosure, thinner bezels, a matte screen option, a landscape-oriented front camera, other design changes, and possibly MagSafe wireless charging. Two new iPad Air models with the M2 chip and a landscape-oriented front camera, including a first-ever 12.9-inch iPad Air. A new Magic Keyboard for the iPad Pro with an aluminum enclosure, larger trackpad, and other design tweaks. A new Apple Pencil, which may have a new "squeeze" gesture for certain actions and support visionOS eventually.Apple last updated the iPad Pro and iPad Air in October 2022 and March 2022, respectively.Related Roundups: iPad Air , iPad ProTag: Mark GurmanBuyer's Guide: iPad Air (Don't Buy), 11" iPad Pro (Don't Buy), 12.9" iPad Pro (Don't Buy)Related Forum: iPad This article, "Gurman: New iPads Likely to Launch During Second Week of May" first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums View the full article

Doogee has unveiled a low cost tablet with a surprising selling point. The Doogee T30 Max, a new and upgraded version of the firm’s T30 series tablet, sports a 12.4 inch IPS 4K Display. Yes, 4K. That’s an impressive achievement for any tablet, let alone one retailing for $329 (or $296 when you apply the 10% off coupon code available on the website). For comparison, Apple's iPad Pro has a slightly larger screen (12.9 inch) and a resolution of 2732 x 2048 pixels or 2.7K. We recently reported on NEC’s LAVIE Tab T14 which we said had “probably the highest ever resolution on a tablet”, and even that only manages 3000 x 1876 (QHD+) and costs nearly $1,000. Doogee T30 Max has an 87.5% high screen ratio, and is reasonably thin at just 7.9mm. For comparison again, the iPad Pro is 6.4mm thick. Android 14 Doogee’s new tablet runs on Android 14 and is powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 Octa Core processor. This comprises two high performance Arm Cortex-A76 processors clocking up to 2.2GHz, and an Arm Mali G57-class GPU. The tablet comes with up to 20GB DDR4X RAM (8GB plus up to 12GB Extended RAM), and 512GB of storage (plus up to 2TB expansion). The Doogee T30 Max features a 10800mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging. There’s an AI dual camera setup (50MP+2MP) and a 20MP front shooter. It also supports face unlock and side fingerprint recognition. In addition, the device has received TÜV SÜD blue light certification and conforms to High-Resolution Audio standards defined by the Japan Audio Association. It also supports a 4096 level active capacitive pen and a docking plug-in interface for a magnetic keyboard connection. The Doogee T30 Max is encased in a nano injection molded one-piece shell with a leather texture rear and comes in black, khaki, and green. It’s available for pre order now with shipping expected to start on April 1 for all regions except the EU/UK, where buyers will have to wait until April 30th. More from TechRadar Pro These are the best business tablets around todayAnd these are the best rugged tablets available to buyNEC's latest slate beats iPad, Samsung Galaxy Tab with high-res display View the full article