The iPad mini has retained that familiar, big bezel iPad design for a long time. But it sounds increasingly like Apple's looking to change things up in the near future. Even before the end of 2021, even.
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macOS 12 Monterey makes it easy to work across devices
Apple's ecosystem isn't just about one device. It's about finding the right way to work across all the different Apple-branded products on your desk. And with two new features coming soon to macOS 12 Monterey (and, technically, iPadOS 15), it's getting a bit easier.
iPadOS 15 adds the Translate app, bringing new ways to communicate on iPad
There are some instances where the iPad is missing out on some Apple-specific apps. The Weather and Calculator apps, for instance. And for folks who believe the Translate app would be a good fit for the iPad, well, Apple apparently agrees.
iPadOS 15 welcomes better widget support and adds the App Library
One of the biggest features Apple added with iOS 14 last year was the App Library. It did not make the cut for iPadOS 14 at the time. But Apple is now fixing that, while also expanding widget support for good measure.
iPadOS 15 improves multitasking and adopts more keyboard shortcuts to boost productivity
Getting things done on iPad is pretty easy. Especially if you have an iPad Pro. But getting multiple things done at the same time has always been a trickier affair. But Apple's looking to address that potential sticking point with the upcoming iPadOS 15 launch.
Here are all the devices that support iOS 15, iPadOS 15, watchOS 8, and macOS Monterey
Earlier today, Apple officially unveiled the next major software updates for its platforms at this year's WWDC. It shouldn't surprise anyone that a large range of Apple's devices support updating to the upcoming updates. So you can find a list below of the supported devices that will be updated later this year.
What do you want to see Apple announce at WWDC?
It's that time of year again. We're just a few days away from Apple executives (and probably a few others) talking about what's next for its major platforms at this year's Worldwide Developers Conference. And, as usual, there's a lot of expectations swirling around the company.
Bloomberg: Apple’s iPad mini to shrink its bezels and drop the Home button later in 2021
Apple will update the iPad mini later this year with an overhauled design featuring slimmer bezels and no Home button though it's unclear if the refreshed tablet may adopt Face ID.
Some iPad models may add OLED displays beginning in 2022
Before Apple officially made the switch to a mini-LED display in the 12.9-inch iPad Pro, there was a bit of a back-and-forth going on in the rumors department. Some stories said Apple would make the leap to OLED. Others pointed to mini-LED.
And now we know that Apple chose the latter, going with that display technology for its largest and most powerful tablet this year. However, there is still an expectation that Apple's simply biding its time, still planning to adopt an OLED display in at least one iPad model in the near future. Indeed, many believe that switch will happen in 2022.
The popular camera app Halide brings all of its strengths, and new features, to the iPad
Halide has become one of the most popular camera alternatives on the iPhone, and now the app is finally available on the iPad.
The iPad mini 6 reportedly delayed to late 2021; 8-inch foldable iPhone may launch in 2023
Apple launched some new hardware back in April, but there's always more on the horizon. The new iPad mini is one of them, along with the oft-rumored foldable iPhone.
The best cases for the iPad mini
At some point in the future, Apple may adopt a different design for the iPad mini. Something more in line with the iPad Pro and iPad Air. But, that isn't here quite yet.