Apple has announced that it will hold a special online event on May 7, 2024 to launch the 2024 iPad line, including the new iPad Air and iPad Pro models. Apple has officially sent out media invites for the same and it is scheduled for Tuesday, May 7 at 7:30 pm IST. The event is themed “Let Loose” with Apple Pencil also featured in the invitation.
How to watch the Apple Event on May 7, 2024 and what to expect
Apple will stream the event online on its website and Youtube channel. The event will also be available on the Apple TV app. For viewers in India, the event will start at 7:30 pm IST.
Reports highlight that this could be a major upgrade for the iPad Pro since the integration of the M1 chip in 2021. Apple could include an OLED display, increase the size slightly to 13 inches for the larger model, and The repositioning of the front is highly anticipated. Facing camera to improve video conferencing experience. Some leak reports also suggest a new Apple Pencil and a redesigned Magic Keyboard with aluminum construction and a more spacious trackpad.
Apple introduces new designs for iPad
Building on the 2020 redesign that introduced a 10.9-inch display and a sleek flat-bezel design, Apple is now expanding the iPad Air lineup with a larger 12.9-inch model. This will mark a change from the only size available to date, mirroring the split-screen options seen in the iPad Pro line.
While the iPad Pro is rumored to feature an improved Magic Keyboard with an aluminum design, the iPad Air will continue to support the existing Magic Keyboard. This difference could be an incentive for users to consider the more expensive iPad Pro model.
iPad 2024 may have mini-LED screen
The 12.9-inch iPad Air is designed to feature a mini-LED display, providing superior contrast, brightness, and power efficiency compared to traditional LCD displays. This technological upgrade promises a more immersive and energy-efficient viewing experience, helping to differentiate the larger iPad Air from its 10.9-inch counterpart.
The 2024 iPad series may have improved cameras
Leaked diagrams hint at a redesigned camera section for the new iPad Air models. A vertically oriented camera module could be in the works, likely to house new camera features and the much-anticipated flash. This change could hint at Apple’s plans to enhance the device’s photography capabilities.
The upcoming iPad Air is expected to move the front-facing FaceTime camera from the top bezel to the horizontal edge. This adjustment is intended to improve camera alignment when the device is used in landscape mode or paired with the Magic Keyboard.
