Apple iPad mini gets more power and AI

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Apple is bringing its smallest tablet into the Apple Intelligence era. The company announced the new Apple iPad mini via a press release, which isn't surprising given it's mostly a spec bump. However, it is the tablet's first upgrade since 2021.

The Apple iPad mini now runs on the new A17 Pro processor, offering 30 percent faster CPU, 25 percent faster GPU, and a Neural Engine that's twice as fast as its predecessor. It also supports the new Apple Pencil Pro and gets a storage bump from 64GB to 128GB for the base model. (The AI models will need all the extra space they can get). It also now has a faster Wi-Fi 6E processor and a USB-C port.

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Apple investigates iPad mini 6 charging issues after latest iPadOS update

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Apple is looking into charging issues the iPad mini 6 is running into after updating to the latest iPadOS 15.5 version. MacRumors got hold of a memo sent to authorized service providers stating it is aware of the situation. Some users report that the iPad mini isn't charging after the update. 

Apple advises service providers and retail staff to inform customers to restart the device as a temporary fix while looking into the problem. The company noted that hardware replacement of the unit or its battery doesn't solve the issue, which confirms it's a software issue. Apple is beta testing iPadOS 15.6, which could potentially fix the problem.

Apple introduces new low-cost iPad, redesigned iPad mini

Apple has launched two new iPads from its stable. These include a more affordable iPad and a new iPad mini. The former now runs on an A13 processor with a 12-megapixel front-facing camera that supports the company's Center Stage feature. It's built to get an improved video call experience on the 10.2-inch tablet, which mobile workers and students need more than ever.

The iPad's base storage option is now at 64GB, but you can also get a 256GB model. There is also an LTE option if you need that. This tablet gets a starting price of $429, and it's available in Space Grey and Silver.

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Report: Redesigned iPad mini is coming in the fall

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We're on track to see a new iPad mini this fall, at least according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In his latest Power On newsletter, he said that the new iPad mini "should be a go" for release this fall. Gurman said the design would be similar to the latest iPad Air along with the newest processor. It will be "the biggest redesign in the nine-year history" of the tablet.

According to Gurman, Apple is also working on a larger-screened iMac that's running on Apple Silicon. The "larger, redesigned iMac to replace the Intel 27-inch models is en route," according to Gurman, and it might come with a bigger display. It might run on an M1X or M2X processor. 

Via: 9to5Mac