In anticipation of the imminent release of new iPads and the highly anticipated next-generation iPhone models later this year, Apple enthusiasts are eager to uncover the power of these high-end devices.
A recent leak published by a reliable source on AppleInsider sheds light on the chips that will power these gadgets.
Known for keeping a low profile with protected posts and a limited following, the mysterious leaker has a perfect track record, according to AppleInsider.
However, the publication remains brief on the leaker’s username and the platform used for these disclosures.
An initial leak suggests two upcoming entry-level iPad variants, both of which will feature the A14 Bionic chip in 2020.
Interestingly, the 10th generation iPad already boasts the A14 Bionic, leading to speculation that these could be 10th generation iPads with updated internal specs, perhaps tailored for the education market.
Moving on to the 2024 iPad mini, the leak suggests a significant upgrade from the current A15 Bionic chip to the top-of-the-line 3nm A17 Pro.
This advanced chip currently powers the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, making them the exclusive devices using the 3nm chipset in Apple’s lineup.
There are also rumors that the iPad Air will expand its lineup with a 12.9-inch model, giving consumers two screen size options: 10.9 inches and 12.9 inches.
This strategy, reminiscent of the iPad Pro (2022), aims to attract buyers with different preferences without overshadowing iPad Pro sales.
Diving into the technical details, the iPad Air 2024 is expected to run on Apple’s M2 chip, which is manufactured on TSMC’s second-generation 5nm process node.
A departure from the current M1 chip in the iPad Air, the M2 is already making waves as the driving force behind the iPad Pro (2022) lineup.
For iPad Pro enthusiasts, this year brings a groundbreaking addition: OLED panels.
While uncertainties remain over the larger model’s screen size, which is speculated to be either 12.9 inches or slightly increased to 13 inches, the leak reveals that the 2024 iPad Pro units will be powered by the highly anticipated 3nm M3 SoC, which represents a significant technological leap. for high-end Apple tablets.
