Apple announces iPad Mini update and hopes are high for touchscreen MacBook
Apple announced on Monday that it has given the iPad Mini "its biggest upgrade ever", as anticipation builds for its “pro and tell” event. The California company said the newest iPad Mini will start at $699, with pre-orders beginning on October 28 and availability from November 6. "The larger 8.5-inch organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display, also available with a nano-texture option, delivers…
Apple has unveiled a significant upgrade for the iPad Mini, its most substantial enhancement to date. The new device will launch at $699, with pre-orders commencing on October 28 and availability from November 6. This iteration boasts an 8.5-inch organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display, available with either a nano-texture option or a 12-megapixel front camera.
Apple has also introduced what they are calling an "acoustic display" for enhanced audio quality. According to Dave Pakula, Apple’s vice president of hardware engineering, the new iPad Mini represents a substantial leap forward for users who enjoy the full iPad experience on the go. The device is thinner and lighter than its predecessor, features a stunning new OLED display, and includes the powerful A20 Pro chipset, water and dust resistance.
As anticipation rises for Apple’s “pro and tell” event, speculation is mounting that the company may unveil a touchscreen MacBook. While Steve Jobs previously dismissed the idea of touchscreens on portable computers, stating they were ergonomically terrible, Apple is reportedly planning to introduce a MacBook with an OLED display and a touchscreen option, a first for the company.
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