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News18
a day ago
- News18
Apple Starting 2026 With A Bang: iPad, iPhone And Mac Launches Planned
Last Updated: Apple is planning to start 2026 with a bang and we could see a wide range of products announced, including an iPhone and Macs. Apple iPhone 17 launch is still a few months away but the company is already lining up a big launch bonanza in 2026 as per reports. Apple is bringing new iPhone, iPads and even Macs early next year, as highlighted by Bloomberg in its latest report this week. We're yet to receive more updates around the iPhone 17 launch but with the AI delays hampering its growth, new products are widely awaited and Apple could have umpteen number of them rolling out before the big iOS 26 update is released with new AI tools next year. Apple 2026 Launch Lineup: What All We Can Expect? Time For iPhone 17e iPhone 17e looks to be the next mid-range variant from Apple and it is expected to launch as the successor to iPhone 16e early next year. The 17e is likely to follow suit and in fact have a similar launch timeline of around March-April in 2026. Reports this week suggest Apple's experiment with the model will continue, at least for one more year. Apple is likely to power the new version with the A19 chipset that will be introduced with the iPhone 17 series in September. iPad Air Upgrade The company could offer new upgrades with the iPad and the iPad Air lineup. The report says Apple will use the M4 chipset to power the new Air model, and maybe move the regular iPad to the M1 series chip for the first time. The Air series should see multiple display sizes once again but don't expect many changes in its design which could be reserved for the big 2027 launches. MacBook Air With M5 Yes, the M5 MacBook Air is also in the launch pipeline for early 2026 and this could be announced along with the M5 MacBook Pro models. The Mac Air will also be getting two screen variants 13-inch and 15-inch but without any major design changes. Smart Home Hub Apple's Siri AI delay has forced the company to delay its smart home hub device which could finally be unveiled early next year. The company is hoping to have Siri AI ready for the iOS 26.4 update and by then we might also get more hardware supporting the new AI assistant. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
This M3 iPad Air deal is 20% off — just in time for iPadOS 26 and proper windowing support
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. At WWDC this year, Apple announced iPadOS 26, which will finally introduce proper windowing support to the iPad. If you're looking to get in on the new features, the 11-inch iPad Air with Apple's M3 chip is on sale for Prime Day. Check out all the deals in Amazon's Prime Day Sale The 11-inch, M3 iPad Air is going for $479. This is the lowest price we've seen on the iPad Air with M3, which has a list price of $599. All-time low price The 11-inch iPad Air boasts Apple's powerful M3 processor, has 128GB of storage, uses Touch ID for authentication, and boasts a 12MP camera. It's ready for iPadOS 26 later this Check: $479 @ Best Buy View Deal For this sale, you can get 128GB of storage, Wi-Fi connectivity (cellular boosts the price to $629), and your choice of color. The 11-inch Air uses Touch ID for authentication, boasts 12-megapixel front and rear cameras, and is compatible with Apple Pencil Pro and the Magic Keyboard.M3 also supports Apple Intelligence features. At the moment, those aren't terribly. useful in my opinion, though it does mean you should eventually get the new Siri and anything else that comes down the pipe. iPadOS 26, which is expected to be released this fall, should greatly improve multitasking. Beyond a "liquid glass" redesign, the big feature for iPad is vastly improved windowing, letting you arrange them as you would on, well, most other computers. It should make that Magic Keyboard accessory far more useful if you opt for it. The new OS version will also add menu bars to apps. Apple's M-series chips have long felt overpowered in iPads, but iPadOS 26 may greatly enhance multitasking, which means you can make better use of the M3 in the iPad Air. Then again, the 11-inch form factor is pretty portable, so it'll be just fine as your go-to ebook reader, too. We are working hard to find the best computer hardware deals for you this Amazon Prime Day. We cover the hottest deals in real-time at our Best Amazon Prime Day Deals Live page. If you're looking for more savings, check out our Amazon Prime Day deals for a range of products, or dive deeper into our specialized SSD and Storage Deals, Hard Drive Deals, Gaming Monitor Deals, Graphics Card Deals, or CPU Deals pages.
Android Authority
5 days ago
- Business
- Android Authority
If you're quick, the 13-inch 2025 iPad Air is at its lowest price ever
Ryan Haines / Android Authority A great deal on a premium tablet is hard to pass up, and the latest Apple iPad Air is now available at a compelling price point. If you've had your eye on this device, now might be the time to make your move, because the deal will almost certainly end in a matter of hours. Apple 13-inch iPad Air for $679 (13% off) For this Prime Day, the Apple iPad Air is available at $679, down from its regular price of $799. That's a 15% discount and the lowest price this tablet has seen, offering an excellent opportunity to pick up a top-tier device. The 2025 Apple iPad Air offers impressive specs and features. It is powered by the M3 chip, improving performance and efficiency compared to earlier models. The device houses a 13-inch Liquid Retina display with a 60Hz refresh rate, delivering vibrant and sharp visuals. With 128GB of storage, Wi-Fi 6E, and 12MP cameras on both the front and back, the iPad Air is equipped for both entertainment and productivity. Security is streamlined with Touch ID integrated into the power button, while the use of Apple Intelligence introduces advanced AI functionalities like image editing and writing tools. Battery life is robust, sustaining usage for up to ten hours on a single charge. Its design remains sleek and lightweight, and the updated Magic Keyboard enhances its productivity potential with a larger trackpad and function keys. You don't need a Prime membership for this deal, but you are against the clock as Prime Day ends. Hit the widget above to find the offer.
Gizmodo
6 days ago
- Business
- Gizmodo
On The Last Day of Prime Day, iPad Air 2025 Hits an Even Lower Price (New All-Time Low)
It's the last day of Prime Day, and you've got a few hours left to take advantage of some of the year's best deals. Amazon is carrying on its run of fantastic Apple bargains, and right now the wonderful iPad Air 2025 is reduced to an all-time low price. This is the 128GB Wi-Fi model, one of the top-selling tablets on the market, and it's rare to see Apple devices discounted like this. The iPad Air 11-inch with the M3 chip can be had for $479, reduced from its regular $599. This is a 20% reduction on the original price, and it's the lowest price Amazon has ever listed this configuration at. See at Amazon The iPad Air 11-inch runs on Apple's new M3 chip which is built for Apple Intelligence and providing staggering performance: the M3 chip gets it all running smoothly. With 128GB of storage, there's plenty of space available for apps and documents so that you can quickly keep your digital existence at arm's length and organized. All-day battery life allows you to do it all with your iPad Air without depleting the battery by the end of the day. The Liquid Retina display is the highlight and delivers a 2360-by-1640 resolution at 264 ppi. P3 wide color, True Tone technology and ultra-low reflectivity, all of which make whatever you're viewing pop with color and look easy on the eyes. This iPad Air is designed to play well within Apple's ecosystem. Wi-Fi 6E provides quick and reliable internet connectivity so you can stream, download, and video call without pause. Touch ID has been integrated into the top button, letting you instantly unlock your device and sign in to purchases securely and easily. The USB-C port makes charging and connecting accessories straightforward and forward-thinking. For those looking to be creative or increase productivity, the iPad Air is compatible with the Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard. The Apple Pencil Pro makes your tablet a digital canvas for sketching and note-taking, and the Magic Keyboard provides an easy-to-type experience and integrated trackpad, and make your iPad Air a light laptop replacement. Don't miss your chance before Prime Day ends or stock runs out. See at Amazon
Phone Arena
6 days ago
- Phone Arena
iPad fans will have plenty to pick from next year
iPad Pro M4 (2024). | Image credit – PhoneArena But the action won't stop there – early 2026 is shaping up to be busy too, with the next iPhone 17e and new iPads expected in the spring. Yep, according to a new report, the upcoming entry-level iPads (code-named J581 and J582) and new iPad Air models (J707, J708, J737, and J738) will arrive just one year after the current versions dropped last March. Apple is expected to replace the current $349 entry iPad 11th gen (aka iPad A16) sometime around March or April. The new model, probably called the iPad 12th gen (2026), will look a lot like what is out now but pack a faster chip. Since the current version runs on the A16, the new one will likely get the A17 – the same chip powering the iPhone 15 series. The next-gen entry-level iPad will probably look the same as the current generation, shown here. | Image credit – PhoneArena And if you are after a solid base iPad for studying, for your kid or just for browsing, entertainment and light work, this new model should be more than enough. I've been using the current one, and honestly, it is a great all-around companion that handles day-to-day tasks without me worrying about babying it. Apple iPad (A16) review: The vanilla ice cream of tablets But for those who need more muscle, the iPad Air models are due for an upgrade from the M3 chip to the M4, too. Otherwise, they won't change much. These are further along in development and are expected to launch around the same time as the new entry-level iPads. iPad Air M3 review: second verse, same as the first On the higher end, the iPad Pro is due for an upgrade to the M5 chip as early as October. But if you need one sooner, the iPad Pro M4 (2024) is more than a fantastic choice and it's only about a year (+2 months) old. iPad Pro M4 (2024) review: big, bad, but now thinner! Now, while Apple is clearly stacking up a lot of new iPad models for next year – with better chips and only minor design tweaks – I think the real excitement might actually come from the software side: the rollout of iPadOS 26. Because let's be real, no matter how powerful the hardware is, iPad's software has always been the real limiter. iPadOS 26 aims to change that, at least a bit, with a fresh window management system called Stage Manager 2. This new system brings a menu bar that pops up when you connect a keyboard, making your iPad feel way more like a Mac. You'll be able to resize windows, move them anywhere on the screen and open multiple windows at once. Plus, it remembers the size and position you left your apps in, so everything opens just the way you like it. Stage Manager 2 lets you group windows into separate "stages," and it works smoothly with external displays. On top of that, Background Tasks will get highlighted with Live Activities, giving you better control and visibility over what's running. And with the OS finally getting more useful, the next iPad launch could be even more exciting. We might actually start seriously debating whether to grab a MacBook or an iPad. Until now, iPads just couldn't match what Macs can do, but thanks to these software improvements – and Apple loading the latest, most powerful chips into the iPads – some users might find the iPad is actually the smarter choice.
