Apple launches new iPads
Apple has launched a new iPad Air and a new iPad Mini.
The two new models feature a 10.5-inch display and 7.9-inch display, respectively, and offer Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi+Cellular connectivity.
Colour options are silver, space grey, or gold.
“The all-new iPad Air in an ultra-thin 10.5-inch design, offering the latest innovations including Apple Pencil support and high-end performance at a breakthrough price,” said Apple.
This is thanks to the device’s A12 Bionic chip with Apple’s Neural Engine.
The new 7.9-inch iPad Mini is a “major upgrade for iPad Mini fans who love a compact, ultra-portable design packed with the latest technology”, added Apple. It also features the company’s A12 Bionic chip.
The pricing of the new iPads is as follows:
Wi-Fi Models
- iPad Air 64GB – $499
- iPad Air 256GB – $649
- iPad Mini 64GB – $399
- iPad Mini 256GB – $549
Wi-Fi + Cellular Models
- iPad Air 64GB – $629
- iPad Air 256GB – $779
- iPad Mini 64GB – $529
- iPad Mini 256GB – $679
Specifications
New iPads | ||
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Specifications | iPad Air | iPad Mini |
OS | iOS 12 | iOS 12 |
Display | 10.5-inch LED (2,224 x 1,668) | 7.9-inch LED (2,048 x 1,536) |
Processor | A12 Bionic 64-bit | A12 Bionic 64-bit |
Main Camera | 8MP f/2.4 | 8MP f/2.4 |
Front Camera | 7MP f/2.2 | 7MP f/2.2 |
Storage | 64GB/256GB | 64GB/256GB |
Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0 | Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0 |
Cellular | LTE | LTE |
Battery | 30.2 watt-hour | 19.1 watt-hour |
Biometrics | Touch ID | Touch ID |
Dimensions | 250.6 x 174.1 x 6.1 mm (456g) | 203.2 x 134.8 x 6.1 mm (300g) |
Ports | Lightning, Nano-SIM, 3,5mm jack, Smart Connector | Lightning, Nano-SIM, 3,5mm jack |