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iPad Air is Cheaper to Build than iPad 3
Apple’s new iPad Air is about 13% or $42 cheaper to build than the last-year iPad - the 16GB Wi-Fi-only model cost is $274. Although some components, namely, the 9.7-inch Retina display, are a bit more expensive than earlier, in general the device now costs less.
Most People Upgrade to iPad Air from iPad 2 - Survey
According to the poll conducted by analyst Brian White of Cantor Fitzgerald, 73% out of 106 early iPad Air buyers he interviewed at Apple Stores in New York City, were upgrading from older tablet models. Only 27% were new to Apple’s iPad.
Those Who Purchase iPad Air on T-Mobile will Get 200MB of Free Data Each Month
John Legere, T-Mobile CEO, has recently confirmed that his company offers 200MB of free data for all those who purchase the iPad Air on T-Mobile network. He has also noted that such an offer is available for all customers with no restrictions or additional conditions attached.
75% of Early iPad Air Purchasers are People Who Already Own an iPad
According to PiperJaffray latest survey, 75% of the US early iPad Air purchasers already own an iPad. Only 58% of the last year’s iPad mini purchasers owned an iPad. What is the reason for such different figures?
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iFixit Tears Apart iPad Air to See What's New Inside
iFixit team has recently torn apart Apple’s new iPad Air to see what’s new inside. They’ve found out that the entire tablet construction resembles such of the iPad mini; moreover, there’re some internal parts shared with the iPhone 5s.
Apple Asks Samsung to Produce Retina Panels for iPad mini
According to recent rumors, the company from Cupertino has asked Samsung to help in manufacture of Retina displays for the new iPad mini that is expected to be launched soon. Apple’s current partners - Sharp and LG Display - can’t cope with production volumes; this results in supply constraints.
Turkish Apple Online Store Went Online
Turkey has recently got its own Apple Online Store. Although the website is now only partially operational, looks like in near future customers from this country will be able to purchase iPhones, iPads, Macs and other gadgets and accessories directly from Apple.
iPad Air is Now Available via Online Apple Store in the USA
iPad Air is now available for all those who live in the USA. What’s interesting is that all the models can be picked up directly from the store, at least for now. Looks like the first batch of the devices won’t be sold out immediately, like in Hong-Kong yesterday, but its Apple, anything can happen.
iPad Air is 90% Faster than iPad 4 - Primate Labs
Performance analytics firm called Primate Labs has tested Apple’s iPad Air and estimated that this device is about 90% faster than its predecessor iPad 4.
The Apple A7 processor, which can be found inside of the new tablet, is similar to the chip used in the iPhone 5s, but in fact, it is 100MHz faster.
"Apple’s Business has Never been Stronger" - Tim Cook
Tim Cook, Apple CEO, has sent an email to employees after the release of financial results of Q4. Cook says that the company’s business is now extremely strong - due to the new iPhone and iPad releases.
Best Apps of the Week - Vine
You probably know that most of the Vine videos are shot using the iPhone. Simple and intuitive iOS app interface, good-looking design are probably among the main reasons for that. And now the application has become even better - it has been updated with stability improvements and a couple of useful features.
Best Apps of the Week - PayPal
Another useful application has been updated earlier this week. This is PayPal for iOS that has got some improvements and bug fixes. So, if you often buy things on the Internet or need an app to send or receive money from people all over the world, read the article up to the end.
Best Apps of the Week - IM+ Pro7
If you’re an active social networks member, you might have thought about possible ways of communicating with friends from your Facebook, Skype or Twitter accounts using one single app. Well, there’s a messenger developed specifically for that and it is called IM+ Pro7.
Apple will Launch iPad Air on Regional American Wireless Providers Soon
C Spire Wireless and Bluegrass Cellular - U.S. biggest regional wireless carriers - announced that Apple’s new iPad Air will become available on their networks very soon. These two companies were, by the way, among the first regional wireless providers to carry the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c earlier in October.
New Space Gray Non-Retina iPad mini Begins Hitting Apple Retail Stores
Announced on Tuesday, a non-Retina Space Gray iPad mini starts hitting Apple Retail Stores. reports that the updated tablet is now available in several stores across the U.S.A.
