There's a good chance there's a new iPad for 2021, given that Apple releases new tablets for its entry-level iPad lineup almost every year, and we've already heard rumors about what the new tablet might look like. Screen size, processing power, price, and more details about the new iPad (2021) have already leaked, and this year hasn't even started yet; over time, we'll probably hear even more. . Below we've packed all the details we've heard about the new iPad, to paint the current slate picture. Before more information comes out, we've also put together a wish list of all the changes we want the upcoming iPad to make to its iPad 10.2 (2020) predecessor to make it a worthwhile upgrade.
Come to the point
- What is? Apple's next entry-level iPad
- When did it come out? Maybe early 2021
- How much will it cost? Apparently only €299 (around €220, AU$400)
Price and release date of the new iPad (2021)
All the rumors we've heard so far point to the next iPad coming out in early 2021, at least in the first half of the year. The tablet's predecessor was only released in October 2020, which would be surprisingly early. If that doesn't work out, September or October 2021, along with the iPhone 13 and Apple Watch 7, seems more likely for a release date. An iPad price leak suggests it could be the cheapest iPad we've seen yet, suggesting the slate could only cost €299 in the US, which converts to around €220, or AU $400. It's only slightly cheaper than previous lower-end iPads - the iPad 10.2 (2020) is $329 / £329 / AU$499 - so only slightly more, but some may appreciate the lower price .
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Leaks and rumors of the new iPad (2021)
The first iPad (2021) rumor we heard suggested that it would come with the A13 Bionic chipset we've seen in iPhone 11 phones, along with 4GB of RAM. The leak also suggested that the tablet would have a 10,5-inch display, 0,3-inches larger than its predecessor. He also said that it will have 64GB of storage in its most affordable variant, which would be a big step up from the 32GB currently available on the standard iPad. Finally, this leak has detailed the design, but it mostly looks like previous iPads with a Touch ID home button and large bezels. A second leak repeated all of that information, adding the pricing details we covered above. He also suggested that the body of the iPad would be thinner and lighter than the tablet he achieved.
What we want to see
Here's a list of features we want to see in the next entry-level iPad (2021), including changes from previous models, extras from other iPad lines, and some new features for this model.
1. High resolution selfie camera
If you're taking a selfie with iPad 10.2 (2020) or on a video call, it might look a bit grainy. In fact, the tablet only has a 1.2 MP front camera, which is quite a low resolution. Now, a tablet doesn't need a snapper for super-high-res selfies; You'll probably take better photos with your phone, and if you want a professional portrait, a tablet isn't what you're going to do. the. Still, 1.2 MP is very low, and we think Apple could bump it up to around 8 MP for better selfies and video calls.
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2. A big design change
The "main" line of iPads hasn't fundamentally changed its appearance since the original launched more than 10 years ago. The iPad 10.2 in 2020, the eighth-generation model, looks downright outdated, even compared to affordable Android tablets, and the existence of more futuristic iPad Air and iPad Pro models hasn't done much to make up for that. In fact, the entry-level iPad line is due for a design upgrade, very similar to what the iPad Air 4 had, though we're not asking for an exact design replica. We just want a new entry-level iPad that feels modern in the hand and is easily distinguished from its countless predecessors.
3. More storage space
Why do most smartphones have at least 128GB of storage, when Apple still sells tablets with only 32GB? In the modern age, where people download games, movies, TV shows, music, work documents and more, this is not enough. Of course, you can go for a higher storage option, but the iPad 2020 only offers 32GB or 128GB options, a small amount or a good amount, but that might not be enough for some people who want to download tons of content. iPad Pro models come with up to 1TB or 1000GB, after all.
4. Faster charging
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(Image credit: Future) Most entry-level iPads come with 10W charging, which is as fast as a melting glacier. Even though the 2020 model comes with 20W charging, it's still pretty slow and can take a while for a slate to charge. Apple products have never been great with battery life or fast charging, but we'd like to see the company step up their game a bit. That would help with our next point...
5. One USB-C port
... a USB-C port is something we wonder why isn't used on all iPads yet. While the iPad Pro models have them, and the latest iPad Air has them as well, Apple's entry-level iPad and Mini series have so far stuck with the inferior Lightning port. USB-C cables are much faster to charge than lightning and also allow for faster data transfer. USB-C is much more common for cables, so if you had an iPad with it, you could use it with all your cables and devices that also use the standard, and the physical socket itself is much more. more durable than a fragile Lightning connector. Apple probably still uses Lightning Ports because it's their proprietary technology, so they make more money selling you their own chargers and accessories instead of buying cheaper third-party chargers. But given its slowness and fragility, Apple can't keep dragging its boots on with this outdated technology forever.