Rumored Specifications: Processor: A18 Pro chip same as iPhone 16 Pro Display: 12.9...Multiple sources suggest the device will feature the A18 Pro chipset found in the iPhone 16 Pro, marking...the first time Apple would deploy smartphone silicon in a MacBook....Apple appears to be preparing a strategic shift that could reshape the entry laptop market....its most affordable MacBook yet, codenamed J700, which would represent a significant departure from Apple's...The company reportedly aims to capture would iPad buyers who prefer a traditional laptop experience...over tablet computing, suggesting Apple sees an opportunity to convert users within its own ecosystem...Design leaks suggest Apple may break from its traditional color palette, offering the budget MacBook...audience has traditionally been served by Chromebooks and entry Windows machines, markets where Apple...This pricing strategy would place Apple directly against popular Chromebooks and Windows laptops in the...end of Windows 10 support in October 2025, which has left many users seeking alternatives to Windows 11...By offering a macOS device at this price point, Apple could attract users dissatisfied with Microsoft's...Starting Price USD 599 USD 999 Processor A18 Pro...Liquid Retina Ports Standard USB Thunderbolt/USB 4 Release 2026 expected 2024...incorporating iPhone components and adopting a more accessible price point. The Budget MacBook Vision Apple's...potential drawback, the device could significantly impact the budget computing market by offering Apple's...These component choices reflect Apple's strategy to maintain the core Mac experience while hitting aggressive...different from Google's Chrome OS. Production Timeline and Design Elements Recent reports indicate Apple...technical aspect of this rumored MacBook is its planned use of an A iPhone processor rather than Apple's

Apple's latest iPad Pro refresh introduces the new M5 chip, maintaining the tablet's position as the...Pro is Apple's new M5 processor, which builds upon the already impressive foundation of the M4 chip....With a stunningly thin profile of just 51mm, the iPad Pro continues to impress with its sleek design...© Adriano Contreras / Gizmodo...With a stunningly thin profile of just 51mm, the iPad Pro continues to impress with...Pro starts at USD 999 for the 11 model and USD 1,299 for the 13 version, positioning it as...When combined with essential accessories like the USD 350 Magic Keyboard and USD 129 Apple Pencil Pro...For most users considering an upgrade from an M4 iPad Pro, the performance improvements alone may not...Multitasking capabilities of iPad Pro with iPadOS 26 redefine productivity, making it feel like a true...computer © Adriano Contreras / Gizmodo...Pro represents the pinnacle of tablet technology. The Verdict: A Refined Powerhouse The 2025 iPad...Multitasking capabilities of iPad Pro with iPadOS 26 redefine productivity, making...These software enhancements make the iPad Pro feel less like a oversized smartphone and more like a genuine...While the value proposition remains challenging compared to similarly priced laptops, the iPad Pro continues...impressive speed and efficiency © Adriano Contreras / Gizmodo...Pro ecosystem comes not from hardware but from iPadOS 26....Pro with M5 chip exemplifies evolutionary refinement rather than revolutionary change....Benchmark testing reveals approximately 11% improvement in CPU performance and a more substantial 34%...Apple has incorporated its own networking chips, with the C1X handling cellular connectivity and the...Hardware Excellence with Minor Refinements The physical design remains virtually identical to the 2024...justifies its premium price tag. The M5 Chip Delivers Measured Performance Gains The heart of the 2025 iPad...for professionals who will benefit from the specific GPU and storage speed enhancements, the 2025 iPad...sleek design © Adriano Contreras / Gizmodo Practical Considerations and Value Assessment The iPad...model, retaining the incredibly thin 5.1mm 13 and 5.3mm 11 profiles and the stunning tandem...Gizmodo iPadOS 26 Transforms the User Experience Perhaps the most significant improvement to the iPad

/2025/10/11/visionpro/...Recent reports about Apple pausing development of both its high Vision Pro headset and the anticipated...This development pause comes after earlier reports indicated Apple had already halted the Vision Pro...Original Plan: Vision Air budget and Vision Pro 2.0 high in development Mid2024: Vision...Pro 2.0 development reportedly suspended to focus on Vision Air October 2024: Reports of original...Reported Apple Vision Product Timeline Mid: Vision Pro announced as "spatial computing" platform...Vision Pro production winding down Current: Both Vision Air and Vision Pro 2.0 development reportedly...current form and Apple's strategic direction....The impact extends beyond Apple's internal plans....At the moment, it's a glorified iPad you can wear on your face....The future of Apple's spatial computing ambitions remains uncertain....While Apple prepares a simple M3 chip refresh for the existing hardware, developers and enthusiasts are...The complete cessation of headset development represents a significant scaling back of Apple's original...Development Pause and Industry Impact The tech community is reacting to multiple reports suggesting Apple...professional reveals the broader consequences: The entire industry held its breath for the Vision Pro's...The discussion frequently turns to leadership concerns, with multiple comments suggesting Apple lacks...questioning the long viability of Apple's spatial computing vision and whether this signals a fundamental...Comments suggest Apple may lack sufficient specialized engineering talent to pursue both headsets and...This resource allocation challenge comes at a time when Apple faces increased pressure to demonstrate...This leadership critique extends to worries about Apple's position in the artificial intelligence space...The coming year will be crucial for understanding whether Apple's pivot to smart glasses represents a...draw parallels between current CEO Tim Cook's tenure and the Scully Amelio era of the 1990s when Apple...Critics describe the headset as at best the Newton of this era referencing Apple's famous 1990s failure...the community identifies specific technical and product decisions that may have limited the Vision Pro's...This sentiment highlights how Apple's struggles have reverberated throughout the extended reality ecosystem...The planned M3 refresh for the existing Vision Pro hardware is seen by most as a stopgap measure rather...Skepticism and Vision Concerns Many community members express deep skepticism about both the Vision Pro's...computing to create multiple, freely positionable windows from existing Mac applications, the Vision Pro...While the company continues to invest in visionOS development and has integrated some Vision Pro design...comfort issues, positioned it as a niche product rather than the revolutionary computing platform Apple...The prevailing sentiment suggests Apple may be chasing trends rather than setting them, with one commenter...cost of front "avatar display" feature The Road Ahead: Smart Glasses and M3 Refresh As Apple...one developer noting the device could have been transformative with proper integration: If the Vision Pro...Community Vision Pro Limitations Price: Approximately USD 3,500 Limited Mac integration...sentiment captures the broader skepticism about VR's mass potential that has emerged from Apple's...paused Early 2025: M3 Vision Pro refresh expected 2025: Smart glasses product anticipated Community...The timing of this strategic shift raises questions about Apple's ability to execute multiple major hardware...Reference: Vision Pro Future Uncertain as All Headset Development Is Seemingly Paused

On smaller 11 iPad Pro models, managing multiple full windows becomes cramped, particularly...Known Limitations: Screen real estate constraints on 11 iPad Pro models Google Docs cursor...iPad users....that transforms the iPad into a more computer experience....Apple has released the public beta of iPadOS 26, marking a significant shift in how users interact with...The update represents Apple's most ambitious attempt yet to bridge the gap between tablet and laptop...After 15 years of various multitasking attempts, Apple has finally introduced a Mac windowing system...many of Apple's previous arguments against adding touchscreen functionality to Mac computers....This change brings iPad apps closer to their desktop counterparts in terms of functionality and user...functionality. Real Windows Replace Previous Multitasking Solutions iPadOS 26 abandons Apple's previous...Professional applications available on Mac may still be unavailable for iPad, limiting the platform's...selection and typing issues Some iPad apps remain inferior to desktop versions Professional Mac...Installation Requirements: iPad running iPadOS 16.4 or later Access through Settings > General...Users can access the beta through Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates, though Apple warns...The final release is scheduled for fall 2024, when these features will become available to all compatible...backup recommended before installation Public beta available now, final release scheduled for fall 2024...Implications for Apple's Product Strategy The introduction of true windowing in iPadOS 26 eliminates...features such as desktop saving and drive visibility. Improved Input Methods and Touch Integration Apple...Some iPad versions of applications remain inferior to their desktop counterparts, with Google Docs presenting...involves managing multiple applications simultaneously, iPadOS 26 may finally deliver on the promise of iPad...application, providing access to traditional desktop functions like File > Print or File > New Playlist in Apple

iPad Pro Update Timeline: 2022 October: iPad Pro with M2 chip 2024 May: iPad Pro with M4 chip...The current iPad Pro generation debuted in May 2024, featuring the M4 chip and Apple's first OLED display...Apple appears to be gearing up for another significant iPad Pro refresh, with Bloomberg's Mark Gurman...iPad Pro update pattern....Current iPad Pro 2024 Key Features: Display: OLED Ultra Retina XDR with dual tandem OLED...This aggressive processor roadmap demonstrates Apple's commitment to maintaining the iPad Pro's position...second half of 2025, including the iPhone 17 series and Apple Watch Series 11....though it remains unclear whether these improvements will debut with the M5 iPad Pro....Reports indicate that Apple also plans to integrate the new chip into its MacBook Pro lineup sometime...skipped M3 2025 October: Expected iPad Pro with M5 chip M5 Chip Promises Significant Performance...The iPad Pro has previously made notable chip generation jumps, skipping the M3 entirely when moving...The current iPad Pro's transition from Mini LED to OLED technology was a significant milestone, introducing...Pro continues Apple's strategy of positioning its tablets as legitimate laptop alternatives for professional...from M2 to M4 in 2024....with Apple's Product Cycle The rumored October 2025 launch window fits well with Apple's established...Pro won't be the only device receiving the M5 treatment....The upcoming device is expected to be the first Apple product to feature the company's highly anticipated...M5 chip, potentially making it the most powerful tablet in Apple's history. Release Timeline Aligns...If the October timeline proves accurate, it would maintain Apple's roughly 18 refresh cycle for...This timing also coincides with reports suggesting Apple plans to release up to 18 new products in the...Apple's engineers are reportedly working on new display innovations aimed at further reducing bezels,...Perhaps most notably, the M5 will be the first Apple silicon to utilize TSMC's cutting SoIC System...Enhanced brightness and color reproduction capabilities Broader Product Ecosystem Updates The iPad...since 2022. Strategic Positioning in Mobile Performance The introduction of the M5 chip in the iPad...Leap The star of the show will likely be Apple's M5 processor, which represents a substantial technological...Additionally, Apple is reportedly developing a new Studio Display with 7K resolution and ProMotion adaptive...processor will see a major upgrade, the display technology is likely to remain largely unchanged from the 2024

M4 iPad Pro 2024 4.40GHz Engineering Samples Demonstrate Exceptional Performance Potential...4.47GHz Snapdragon 8 Elite Standard 4.32GHz Intel Core Ultra 9 288V Laptop 5.1GHz Apple...Geekbench results show single scores exceeding 4,000 points and multi performance surpassing 11,000...Score Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 Leaked 4,000 11,000