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- Apple's new iPads could be here soon, with rumours pointing to a launch date as early as March 26th.
- The new iPad Pro models might come with OLED displays and potentially be powered by the M3 chip. Leaks suggest a larger 12.9-inch iPad Air is also in the works.
- Bloomberg's Mark Gurman and display analyst Ross Young both suggest an April release for the iPad Pro while attributing a slight delay to software development.
Apple fans, rejoice! The wait for new iPads might be over soon, with rumours suggesting a launch date as early as March 26th.
While Apple itself hasn't confirmed anything yet, a Chinese tech publication and display industry analyst are pointing towards a late-March or April release timeframe.
Possible Launch Date on March 26th
According to a report by IT Home, a Chinese publication, listings for third-party iPad Air and iPad Pro 2024 cases have surfaced on Amazon, with a March 26th availability date. This could indicate a related announcement from Apple on the same day.
This aligns with predictions from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, who previously suggested a late March or April release window for the new iPad Pro and iPad Air models. In his latest update, Gurman attributed a slight delay to the development of iPadOS 17.4.
OLED Displays for iPad Pro and More
Display analyst Ross Young adds another exciting detail to the mix. He suggests that new iPad Pro models with OLED displays will start shipping to customers in April. Apple might also unveil a larger 12.9-inch iPad Air alongside the Pro models. Young claims Samsung will be the exclusive supplier of OLED panels for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro, while production for the 11-inch model might be split between Samsung and LG.
Possible M3 Chip for Pro and M2 Chip for Air
Performance-wise, rumours suggest the upcoming 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro models could be powered by the next-generation 3nm Apple M3 chipset. The iPad Air models, meanwhile, might utilize the M2 chip and boast a redesigned camera unit, a slimmer body, and a USB Type-C port for charging.
While these are all rumours and speculations for now, Apple enthusiasts can likely expect an official announcement soon, potentially confirming a March 26th launch date and the exciting features of the new iPads.
