Apple iPad Air gets bigger and faster

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Apple announced a significant update to its iPad lineup on Tuesday, introducing the next generation of both the iPad Air and iPad Pro. It's the longest gap between iPad updates since the device's debut in 2011, highlighting the substantial advancements in these new models.

The biggest news for the iPad Air is the new 13-inch size option alongside the familiar 11-inch model. This larger display offers 30% more screen real estate, ideal for users who crave additional workspace. Both sizes start at CA$799 for the 11-inch and CA$1,099 for the 13-inch, making the iPad Air a compelling choice for those seeking a powerful tablet at a competitive price point.

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Apple poised for May launch of new iPads with OLED displays, larger Air model

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Apple is set to unveil new iPad models in early May, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. These next-generation iPads were initially expected for March or April, but delays in OLED display manufacturing and software development pushed back the launch date.

The highlight of the release is expected to be the new iPad Pro featuring an OLED display, a first for the iPad lineup. Gurman also hints at redesigned Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil accessories for the Pro line, though specifics remain under wraps.

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Report: Apple won't host event to announce New iPad Pro, iPad Air, and MacBook Air

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While Apple has a wave of new iPad and Mac hardware on the horizon, including potential releases this month, the company won't be hosting a dedicated launch event.

According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple will instead announce the new iPad Pro, iPad Air, and MacBook Air via press releases and online marketing materials, including website updates, videos, and campaigns.

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iPad Air 2022's incremental update adds 5G support, M1 chip

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The new iPad Air is the last Apple product refreshed and announced at its recent "Peek Performance" event. This new iPad Air has come out a year and a half since its predecessor. It still features that iPad Pro-like look, but it gets a spec boost with an M1 processor, 5G support, and faster data transfer speeds (up to 10Gbps) via its USB-C port.

With the M1 chip, its 8-core CPU is expected to be 60 percent faster than last generation's A14 Bionic processor, and its 8-core GPU is expected to be two times faster. Storage on this tablet starts at 64GB and maxes out at 256GB.

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