In line with Bloomberg, Apple is making ready to launch a model of the iPad Professional pill with wi-fi charging help. To combine this know-how, Apple will use a glass again in its new fashions; as an alternative of the aluminum one present in present iPads.
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The corporate is at the moment testing a magnetic charging system for the brand new iPad Professional; much like MagSafe wi-fi charging within the iPhone 12 sequence launched final 12 months, Bloomberg sources stated. Apple might also add help for reversible wi-fi charging to the brand new iPad Professional; permitting it for use to wirelessly cost different units.
The brand new iPad Professional mannequin is more likely to hit the market subsequent 12 months. And this 12 months, in response to Bloomberg, we should always await the discharge of the up to date iPad Mini pill with narrower bezels across the display. It’s unclear whether or not it should help Face ID just like the iPad Professional or use the Contact ID sensor constructed into the facility button just like the iPad Air to unlock. The Bloomberg publication solely signifies that within the preparation course of, the operation of the mannequin with out the Residence button is examined.
Additionally it is reported that together with the brand new iPad Mini; the corporate plans to launch a thinner model of the 10.2-inch iPad. Each fashions are more likely to be unveiled on the finish of the 12 months.
Apple to launch iPad with OLED shows subsequent 12 months
The 12.9-inch iPad Professional from 2021 incorporates a Mini-LED show that gives a richer, extra vibrant image than the common IPS shows that Apple equips its tablets with. Nonetheless, the Korean version of ETNews claims that Apple will start equipping the iPad with OLED panels as early as subsequent 12 months.
Citing trade sources, ETNews claims that Apple will use OLED screens; as an alternative of IPS in some iPad fashions beginning in 2022. The report doesn’t say which pill fashions will obtain the brand new sort of panel; however the authoritative analyst Ming-Chi Kuo beforehand reported that the 2022 iPad Air will have the ability to boast an OLED display. It’s probably that the 11-inch iPad Professional can even obtain the brand new display; the newest era of which nonetheless makes use of a daily IPS show.
Apple at the moment makes use of OLED screens in flagship iPhones in addition to Apple Watch smartwatches. The panel suppliers for these merchandise are Samsung and LG. It’s anticipated that they can even be engaged within the manufacturing of OLED shows for the iPad.