Alleged iPad Air 2 Front Panel Leaks Online

A pair of photos showing something what appears to be iPad Air 2 front panel appeared on the Internet on Friday. The panel on the image below is slightly different from the existing iPad Air panel. However, I don't know if the photos are legitimate or not.

The part features an integrated display, which means the next-gen iPad Air may become thinner and lighter. Here's what MacRumors write:

Notably, the part appears to include an integrated display in contrast to the separate panel and display parts used on the current model. A move to an integrated front panel/display would reduce overall thickness, potentially allowing Apple to further slim down the iPad Air or make room for other components such as a slightly larger battery.

Apple's second-gen iPad Air is expected to be released in the third quarter of 2014. Apart from the new front panel and a larger battery, it may also feature a Touch ID fingerprint sensor.