Apple may be prepping iPad 3 for fall 2011 launch - rumor

Reports have emerged of a fall launch of Apple's third-generation iPad in order to match the touchscreen tablet's release schedule with the company's annual iPod releases and the holiday season.

Josh Ong 15 years ago 104

Apple rumored to hold "small event" in March to usher in new iPad

Apple may be planning a smaller than usual event to introduce its second-generation iPad as early as next month, according to a scant report, as rumors that the new device will include NFC technology persist.

Katie Marsal 15 years ago 98

Over 60% of Apple's first-wave iPad 2 production to be 3G models

The majority of Apple's second-generation iPad models now being built will include either GSM/UMTS or CDMA 3G support, according to checks of overseas manufacturers, suggesting the company plans on forging stronger relationships with wireless carriers alongside the device's introduction.

Daniel Eran Dilger and Kasper Jade 15 years ago 55

iPad 2 specs said to include HD video, 3MP camera, DisplayPort

A report examining iOS 4.3 beta firmware concurs that the next iPad will be offered in three models (WiFi, 3G GSM/UMTS and 3G CDMA), but adds mention of a 3MP camera capable of 720p video recording, DisplayPort video output, and what appears to be a hardware battery gas gauge.

Daniel Eran Dilger 15 years ago 74

Apple seeks digital photography expert for iPad development team

Adding to the mounting evidence that Apple plans to add cameras to its next-generation iPad, the company's digital photography team is hiring a software engineer to create applications for the iPad platform.

Neil Hughes 15 years ago 12

Source: SD Card slot on Apple's next-gen iPad just a rumor

With Apple expected to take the wraps off its second-generation iPad in the next few months, talk has focused largely around the potential hardware enhancements to the tablet device, including rumors of an SD Card slot that AppleInsider sources now suggest is unlikely to materialize.

Kasper Jade 15 years ago 75

Apple finalizing wireless e-wallet for iPhone 5, iPad 2 - report

A new report claims Apple will add near-field communication technology to this year's anticipated iPad 2 and iPhone 5, giving users the ability to have their device serve as an electronic wallet for quick wireless transactions.

Sam Oliver 15 years ago 59

Production of Apple's iPad 2 to begin in February, iPhone 5 in May - report

Apple's overseas manufacturing partners will begin limited production of the second-generation iPad in February, with building of the fifth-generation iPhone to follow in May, according to a new report from the Far East.

Sam Oliver 15 years ago 61

Apple doubles board suppliers for iPad 2 ahead of April launch - report

As manufacturing of the second-generation iPad ramps up, Apple has reportedly more than doubled the printed circuit board suppliers it has contracted for the touchscreen tablet.

Sam Oliver 15 years ago 34

Another report claims Apple's iPad 2 will sport a high-res display

Back-and-forth claims on the resolution of the display on Apple's forthcoming second-generation iPad continue, with a new report out of the Far East claiming it will be a 2048-by-1536-pixel screen.

Sam Oliver 15 years ago 146

Proximity sensor on Apple's iPad 2 could bring auto screen lock, unlock

New evidence suggests Apple's forthcoming second-generation iPad will include a proximity sensor, which would automatically lock and unlock the touchscreen device when a cover, attached to a case, is placed over or removed from the display.

Slash Lane 15 years ago 40

Report: Claims of high-res screen in iPad 2 are 'too good to be true'

While evidence grows that Apple could place a high-resolution screen in its forthcoming second-generation iPad, a new report aims to pour "cold water" on those expectations.

Sam Oliver 15 years ago 97

Chinese supplier floating iPad 2 case with possible SD card and Mini DisplayPort recesses

Exclusive: A Chinese accessory supplier is floating a new "iPad 2nd generation" case differing from previous designs shown at CES, with port openings that appear to be designed to accommodate a new SD Card slot and a new port consistent with the size of a mini DisplayPort jack.

Daniel Eran Dilger 15 years ago 46

Why high resolution screens matter for Apple's iPad 2

Substantiated rumors of the next generation iPad using a vastly higher resolution 2048x1536 display are drawing some to question why the iPad would even need such a dense pixel count, which is much higher than even Apple's 17 inch MacBook Pro. The answer relates to resolution independence.

Daniel Eran Dilger 15 years ago 198

Parts supplier selling purported iPad 2 screen, iPad vibrating motor

One parts supplier claims to have already obtained the screen part for Apple's next-generation iPad, while also selling a vibrating motor for the device.

AppleInsider Staff 15 years ago 44

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