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2020 iPad Pro case leaks show new square camera bump similar to iPhone 11

As we continue to hear rumors that a new iPad Pro revision is coming in the spring, Ben Geskin shared photos of supposed cases for the new hardware. Mirroring CAD leaks from the end of the year, the eye is naturally drawn to the new square hole for the expected new 3D-sensing iPad Pro camera system.

Based on the case photos, the iPad Pro bump will be very similar to what we’ve seen in the iPhone 11 Pro.

The new iPad Pro is expected to feature a triple-lens camera module. Whereas the iPhone 11 Pro has a telephoto, wide, and ultra-wide camera array, it is believed that one of the three lenses on the new iPad Pro will be a 3D-depth time-of-flight sensor.

The expected time-of-flight sensor is similar to the front-facing TrueDepth camera, which uses Infrared light to create a 3D representation of your face for Face ID. The big difference is this 3D sensor would be back-facing, able to detect depth about 8-10 feet away from the iPad.

Although Apple’s intended use cases for the technology are still somewhat unclear, it is expected to be able to enable new augmented reality applications — and perhaps bring high-fidelity Portrait mode to the iPad camera for the first time.

The latest rumors indicate that the new time-of-flight sensor will debut first on the iPad Pro in the spring, as well as being a premier feature of the high-end iPhone 12 in the fall.

Source: 9to5Mac

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Apple reschedules iOS 13.1 and iPadOS releases for September 24th

Apple has barely released iOS 13, but you might be getting another significant revision mere days later. The companyhas told Engadget it’s moving the releases of iPadOS and iOS 13.1 to September 24th, or nearly a week before the originally scheduled September 30th debut. While there’s no mention of just why Apple is stepping up the pace, it might be due to software stability. Some iPhone 11 reviewers (including Engadget) have noticed buggy behavior in iOS 13.0, and this could iron out the kinks before there’s been too much opportunity to complain.

You will get some new features in return. iPadOS, as you may know, is a major shake-up that introduces more iPad-specific features, such as better multitasking and a widget view on the home screen. The iOS 13.1 update mainly adds features that didn’t make the cut for 13.0, including ETA sharing in Maps, automated Siri Shortcut actions and data separation for enterprise devices. This definitely isn’t a seamless release, then, but you at least shouldn’t have to wait long to see new features and a smoother overall experience.

Source: Engaged

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Apple unveils all-new seventh-generation 10.2-inch iPad

During its September iPhone event today, Apple has announced the successor to its 2018 9.7-inch iPad, the new 10.2-inch iPad.

The new entry-level iPad arrives roughly a year and a half after Apple launched the 9.7-inch iPad back in March last year. The new iPad includes a larger display coming in at 10.2 inches. That’s just shy of the 10.5-inch screen that Apple included in the revived iPad Air 3 that landed six months ago.

The new iPad will come with iPadOS 13, Apple’s Smart Connector, Apple Pencil support, A10 Fusion processor, and more.

The seventh generation iPad with 10.2-inch screen is available for preorder now starting at $329 with orders shipping out by September 30th. Education pricing starts at $299.

Featuring a 10.2-Inch Retina Display, Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard Support, and iPadOS for Powerful Multitasking and Creative Capabilities iPad with Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard.
The new seventh-generation iPad packs even more value into the most popular, most affordable iPad model.
Cupertino, California — Apple today introduced the new seventh-generation iPad, bringing more screen area and support for the full-sized Smart Keyboard1 to its most popular and most affordable iPad. Starting at just $329, the upgraded iPad features a stunning 10.2-inch Retina display and the latest innovations including Apple Pencil2 support, the fast A10 Fusion chip, advanced cameras and sensors, unmatched portability and connectivity, ease of use and great all-day battery life.3 The new iPad is available to order starting today and in stores starting Monday, September 30. Apple Arcade gameplay on the new iPad.
Starting at just $329, the new iPad features a stunning 10.2-inch Retina display with nearly 3.5 million pixels for enjoying more than a million iPad apps, including the newest games in Apple Arcade.
“The new iPad packs even more value into our most popular and affordable iPad model featuring a bigger 10.2-inch Retina display, support for Apple Pencil and for the first time, the full-size Smart Keyboard,” said Greg Joswiak, Apple’s vice president of Product Marketing. “The new iPad was built to run iPadOS, which introduces powerful new ways to multitask, manage and mark up documents, use Apple Pencil and view more information at a glance on a redesigned Home screen. This new iPad with iPadOS takes everything people love about our most popular iPad and makes it even better for creating, learning, working and playing.”
For the first time, support for the full-size Smart Keyboard comes to the most popular, most affordable iPad. Bigger Display in a Powerful and Portable Design
The new 10.2-inch Retina display iPad has nearly 3.5 million pixels and a wide viewing angle making it a vivid canvas for creative expression and perfect for immersive augmented reality (AR) experiences that take advantage of its enhanced cameras and advanced sensors. Featuring the powerful A10 Fusion chip, the new seventh-generation iPad brings up to two times faster performance over the top-selling Windows PC4 for powerful multitasking and smooth gameplay in Apple Arcade. Designed to be ultra-portable and durable, iPad weighs about one pound and for the first time features an enclosure made from 100 percent recycled aluminum with the same strength, durability and beautiful finish as the aluminum in all Apple products.5 Staying connected is easy on iPad with ultra-fast wireless performance and support for Gigabit-class LTE connectivity — delivering three times faster6 cellular data connections.7 With Touch ID, unlocking iPad is simple and secure using just a finger, to keep important information safe.
iPadOS introduces powerful new ways to work with multiple files and documents on iPad, and opens up new creativity and productivity possibilities using Apple Pencil.
iPadOS brings powerful new capabilities and intuitive features designed for the unique experience of iPad. A redesigned Home screen shows more apps on each page and the Today View can now be added, allowing quick access to widgets for at-a-glance information including news headlines, weather and calendar events. Working with multiple files and documents from the same app is now easier on iPad with updates to Split View, as well as switching between multiple apps using Slide Over. The must-have Apple Pencil opens up new ways to be creative and more productive and is even more integrated into the iPad experience. Customers can now mark up and send entire webpages or documents by simply swiping Apple Pencil from the bottom corner of the screen, and a redesigned tool palette gives easier access to useful tools, colors and shapes. Managing documents in the Files app with iPadOS gets even more powerful with support for external USB drives and file servers. Safari brings desktop-class browsing to iPad so users always get the website best optimized for iPad, as well as support for popular web apps like Squarespace and Google Docs. For additional information on iPadOS features, including Dark Mode, custom fonts and working with Photos, visit apple.com/ipados.
iPad features a new 10.2-inch Retina display and iPadOS, offering the latest innovations including QuickPath, Split View and Slide Over.
The newest, most affordable iPad joins iPad mini, iPad Air and the most advanced iPad Pro models, offering the best, most versatile iPad lineup ever. The complete lineup includes Apple Pencil support, best-in-class performance, advanced displays and all-day battery life for an experience unmatched by any other tablet. Whether customers prioritize portability, screen size, power or price, there’s an iPad for everyone. Learn more about the iPad family at apple.com/ipad/compare.
Every iPad features support for Apple Pencil and a full-size keyboard, advanced displays, best-in-class performance and all-day battery life.
Pricing and Availability The new seventh-generation iPad comes in silver, space gray and gold finishes in 32GB and 128GB configurations. iPad starts at $329 (US) for the Wi-Fi model and $459 (US) for the Wi-Fi + Cellular model from apple.com, in the Apple Store app and Apple Stores, and is also available through Apple Authorized Resellers and select carriers (prices may vary). The new iPad is available to order starting today from apple.com and in the Apple Store app in the US and more than 25 other countries and regions. iPad will be available in stores in those countries and more beginning September 30. iPadOS ships for free with the new seventh-generation iPad and will be available as a free software update on September 30 for iPad Air 2 and later, all iPad Pro models, iPad 5th generation and later, and iPad mini 4 and later. Apple Pencil (1st generation) is available for purchase separately for $99 (US). The Smart Keyboard is a full-size keyboard that connects to the 10.2-inch iPad with the Smart Connector. It is available for purchase separately for $159 (US) with layouts for over 30 languages, including simplified Chinese, French, German, Japanese and Spanish.
Schools can purchase iPad starting at $299 (US) and Apple Pencil for $89 (US). Polyurethane Smart Covers are available for $39 (US) for iPad in charcoal gray, white, pink sand and a new Alaskan blue. Customers in the US can trade in their eligible device for an Apple Store Gift Card or a refund on their purchase. If the device isn’t eligible for credit, Apple will recycle it for free.8
When customers buy online from Apple, they can make their new iPad their own with free engraving. Customers get 3 percent Daily Cash when they buy iPad from Apple with Apple Card. Customers can extend their limited warranty with AppleCare+ and get 24/7 priority access to technical support. Every customer who buys iPad from Apple can enjoy free Personal Setup in-store or online, and receive guidance on how to customize their iPad, set up email, find new apps from the App Store and more. Apple Arcade on the App Store will be available with iOS 13 as a subscription for $4.99 per month and is launching with a one-month free trial.9 Users get unlimited access to the entire catalog of over 100 new, exclusive games, all playable across iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac and Apple TV. Apple TV+ will be available on the Apple TV app on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, iPod touch, Mac and other platforms, including online (tv.apple.com), for $4.99 per month with a seven-day free trial. Starting today, customers who purchase any iPad can enjoy one year of Apple TV+ for free.10 Apple Arcade on the App Store and Apple TV+ on the Apple TV app join Apple’s breakthrough services that include Apple Music, Apple News+, Apple Pay and iCloud. Anyone who wants to learn more or go further with iPad or iPadOS can sign up for free Today at Apple sessions at apple.com/today.

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Apple Card app reportedly coming to iPad

Apple and Barclaycard have ended the Barclaycard Apple Rewards card in the last few weeks, as it readies the Apple Card launch with Goldman Sachs. Apple now only offers basic financing plans with Barclaycard.

Bloomberg reports that the Apple Card terms allow for Apple to offer special financing plans for specific purchases. The publication also says that Apple is preparing to debut an Apple Card companion app for the iPad, to allow users to sign up and manage their card from their Apple tablet in addition to the iPhone.

The Barclaycard Visa with Apple Rewards would offer bonus points when making Apple purchases which could be redeemed for App Store and iTunes gift cards and deferred financing. The physical card was emblazoned with an ‘Apple Rewards’ subtitle.

References to Barclaycard rewards have been removed from the Apple site as of a few weeks ago. Now, Apple is only promoting a standard Barclaycard Financing Visa. It’s not clear if this will also be phased out in favor of a comparable Apple Card offering.

On the quarterly earnings call, Apple CEO Tim Cook said the Apple Card rollout would begin sometime this month. The use of the word “rollout” implies a gradual launch, perhaps with Apple and Goldman Sachs only approving a percentage of applicants at the start as the service ramps up.

Apple has said customers will be able to quickly sign up for the Apple Card from the Wallet app on their iPhone, ready to use for contactless Apple Pay purchases, and also apply for the physical card to be delivered a few weeks later.

Bloomberg says Apple is also preparing an Apple Card companion app for the iPad, which does not have a dedicated Wallet app (although it does have a “Wallet & Apple Pay” preferences pane in Settings). The Apple Card app for iPad would let customers apply for the card and manage their accounts. So far, Apple has only ever shown the Apple Card in the context of the Wallet app on the iPhone.

The inclusion of product-specific special financing in the Apple Card terms is a way in which Apple and Goldman Sachs may be looking to expand the profitability of the Apple Card product. A special financing offer would let customers buy an expensive product with a separate payment plan on the card, not affected by the standard interest rate charges.

This could apply to third party purchases with a fixed fee, or perhaps a vehicle for Apple to replace the remaining Barclaycard financing offer. Apple could announce that Apple hardware purchases made with the Apple Card receive 0% financing for twelve months, for example.

However, Apple is yet to officially announce plans for any such initiatives. Apple’s current public statements indicate Apple Card will offer interest rates between 13.24% and 24.24% on rolled over balances, with no other fees for late payments or international charges. Apple Card is subject to a credit check — information on credit limits has not yet been disclosed.

The Wallet app displays transaction history and trends, current balance, and clearly shows forthcoming interest charges depending on how much of the outstanding balance paid off.

Source: 9toMac