Apple's new iPad Gen Air (6th generation) expected with M2 processor, 12.9-inch screen, view details
After the last release in 2022, Apple is gearing up for the upcoming iPad release, and there are already rumors and leaks. Here are all the details about the upcoming iPad Gen 6 so far.
New Delhi: Apple's VR headset, the Vision Pro, is gearing up for live sales on February 2, 2024, while another Apple product has already attracted a lot of attention. No, it's not the iPhone 16, but rather its big brother, the upcoming Apple iPad Air. The newer iPad is reported to have a 12.9-inch screen with more and more leaks online. Here's everything we know about Apple's upcoming tablet PC.
Rumors about Apple iPad Pro, Air (6 generation).
Apple iPad 6 Gen is reportedly in development.
The iPad Air 5th generation was launched in March 2022, with no releases until 2023. According to reports, Apple is working on releasing the iPad Air 6th generation model, which will have a larger 12.9-inch screen. It is expected to be powered by Apple's own M2 chipset. The iPad is expected to come with a slim body and an all-screen design. Apple's latest tablet may have a Touch ID button on the top and speaker grilles on the bottom, just like the previous generation. Moreover, the new iPad Air is seen to have a side switch.
iPad Gen 6: expected specifications
The 12.9-inch iPad Air may have larger dimensions than the 12.9-inch iPad Pro from Apple's tablet range, due to rumors that the company is working on an iPad Air with a 12.9-inch IPS LCD screen, which means it would be the largest iPad Air.
Interestingly, there appears to be a change in the design of the iPad Air around the rear camera, with one tipster claiming that there is a visible bezel around the lens and LED flash on the new iPad Air. Furthermore, Apple doesn't seem to be making many design changes with the new iPad Air.
In addition to the 12.9-inch model, a 10.9-inch display model will be included, while the Pro model will offer slightly larger displays at 11 and 13 inches.
Here are all the speculative features in the leaks for upcoming iPads.
Processor:
- M2 chip, upgrade from M1 in the current iPad Air 5.
Display:
- Two size options: 10.9 inches and 12.9 inches.
- The 12.9-inch model may have an Oxide backplane for better display performance.
- No OLED screen is expected in 2024, possibly in 2025/2026.
Storage:
- 128 GB base storage, likely an upgrade from the current 64 GB base.
Design:
- No major changes expected, possibly a visible bezel around the camera lens and flash at the rear.
- Increased dimensions for the 12.9-inch model compared to the 12.9-inch iPad Pro.
Additionally, the iPad Air is expected to feature a USB-C port, a quad-speaker setup, and a power button that doubles as a Touch ID sensor. In terms of hardware, the M2 chip is expected to power the upcoming iPad Air, while the more powerful M3 chip may be reserved for the iPad Pro series. The iPad Pro will reportedly have an OLED screen, a revamped Magic Keyboard accessory, and an updated design.