New information reveals that the Apple A8X GPU found in the iPad Air 2 features an unusual semi-custom 8 cluster Series6XT design. Taking a look at a die shot of the GPU provided by ChipWorks, the site was able to identify eight GPU clusters. Notably, the layout looks a lot like that of the GX6450 with another GX6450 placed right above it. Since Imagination … [Read more...] about A8X GPU in iPad Air 2 Features Semi-Custom 8 Cluster Series6XT Design
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Pixelmator Image Editing App Released for iPad
Pixelmator, a popular image editing app for Mac, has now been released for the iPad. Pixelmator for iPad is a powerful image editor that gives everything you need to create, edit, and enhance your images. It lets you work seamlessly between Mac and iPad. And even work effortlessly with people who use Adobe Photoshop. Pixelmator takes full advantage of the latest … [Read more...] about Pixelmator Image Editing App Released for iPad
iFixit teardown the new iPad Air 2
iFixit has posted a teardown of the new iPad Air 2. What's lighter than Air? An Air 2. Join us live as we disassemble the new, shaved-down iPad Air 2, and see whether Apple's thinnest device is still its least-repairable. … [Read more...] about iFixit teardown the new iPad Air 2
iPad Air 2 – Reveal
How do you improve on something that’s such a powerful and yet beautifully simple tool? How do you take something that has transformed the way we work, learn, create, and share, and make it even better? You start by making it 18% thinner. Introducing iPad Air 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCqJGoCMlVc … [Read more...] about iPad Air 2 – Reveal
New ‘Apple SIM’ Preinstalled on Cellular iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3
A new 'Apple SIM' will be shipping with the cellular iPad Air 2 and the iPad mini 3, letting customers switch cellular providers with ease. While the cellular versions of iPads have always been unlocked, customers would have to pick their cellular providers at time of purchase to ensure that SIM card would be pre-installed. With the new Apple SIM, one SIM … [Read more...] about New ‘Apple SIM’ Preinstalled on Cellular iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3
CES 2014: New Belkin QODE Keyboard Cases for iPad Air
Belkin showed us its new line of QODE Bluetooth keyboard cases for the iPad Air at CES 2014. The company is offering three cases in the QODE lineup: the Ultimate, Slim Style, and Thin Type. Qode Ultimate Keyboard Case for iPad Air (F5L151) - $129.99 ● Extremely thin and light aircraft-grade aluminum for premium feel and durable screen protection ● Well-spaced TruType … [Read more...] about CES 2014: New Belkin QODE Keyboard Cases for iPad Air
Apple is Reportedly Testing 2K and 4K Displays for 12.9-Inch iPad
Apple is testing 2K and 4K displays for a 12.9-inch iPad. The site claims that Foxconn prepared five different versions of the 12.9-inch iPad for Apple to consider. It's thought that Apple might first launch a 2K model then follow up with a 4K model later. Google Translation: We understand that Foxconn for 12.9 inches of iPad did five different scenarios, and … [Read more...] about Apple is Reportedly Testing 2K and 4K Displays for 12.9-Inch iPad
All iPad Models Compared in Ultimate Boot Speed Test
Check out this video that compares the boot speed of the iPad 1 vs. iPad 2. vs. iPad 3 vs. iPad 4 vs. iPad Air vs. iPad mini 1 vs. iPad mini 2. All seven iPads were freshly restored to the latest firmware possible (iOS 7.0.4 for everyone but the iPad 1), fully charged, with no SIM card inserted. The counter was started from the exact moment each device received USB … [Read more...] about All iPad Models Compared in Ultimate Boot Speed Test
An Incredible Photorealistic Portrait of Morgan Freeman Get Painted on the iPad
Kyle Lambert has posted another video of his amazing finger painting skills on the iPad. This time he painted a photorealistic portrait of Morgan Freeman. Using only a finger, an iPad Air and the app Procreate, artist Kyle Lambert has painted a photorealistic portrait of actor Morgan Freeman. … [Read more...] about An Incredible Photorealistic Portrait of Morgan Freeman Get Painted on the iPad
Nokia Mocks iPad Air in New Lumia 2520 Ad
Nokia has posted a new ad for the Lumia 2520 tablet mocking the iPad Air. The ad follows someone who's just purchased an iPad and is showing it off to his friends. Eventually, he discovers that he's not being productive and wishes the iPad had a keyboard. He also runs about of battery on the device after which he spots the Lumia 2520. The Nokia Lumia 2520: The right tablet if … [Read more...] about Nokia Mocks iPad Air in New Lumia 2520 Ad