What to Expect at Apple’s 2024 Event: iPad Air to Apple Pencil Pro
Apple is gearing up for its Let Loose event, generating excitement among Apple fans. The Cupertino-based company is preparing for its first major event of the year, with promises of exciting announcements, especially in its iPad lineup.
Speculations are full of surprises from Apple. While the company has remained tight-lipped, insiders suggest the event will unveil new additions to the iPad family, with rumors circulating of an OLED iPad Pro and updated iPad Air models. Along with the expected iPads, Apple is expected to reveal new accessories, including possibly new additions to its stylus lineup.
The event, a pre-recorded 35-minute video presentation, will begin at 7:30 PM (IST) and will be broadcast globally on Apple’s website.
Here’s a look at what to expect at Apple’s Let Loose 2024:
iPad Pro with OLED display:
The upcoming iPad Pro is expected to headline the event, promising major hardware upgrades and a revamped design. The most important of these changes is the introduction of an OLED display, a first for the iPad Pro series. This advanced panel is ready to enable variable refresh rates, possibly up to 10Hz, offering users a smoother experience compared to its predecessors.
Reports point to two size options, 11-inch and 13-inch, with slimmer bezels for a more immersive viewing experience. Additionally, the iPad Pro 2024 is rumored to debut with the Apple M4 chip, which includes advanced features such as a new neural processing unit for the device’s AI capabilities.
iPad Air with expanded display options
Alongside the iPad Pro, the next-generation iPad Air is expected, which is expected to introduce a larger 12.9-inch screen version alongside the standard 10.9-inch model. While the 2024 iPad Air will retain the design aesthetics of its predecessor, it may face a similar redesign of the camera modules as the Pro model.
The iPad Air 2024 is expected to be powered by the M2 chip and possible variants with the M3 chip, and could also receive connectivity upgrades, including support for Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3.
iPad accessories
Apple enthusiasts can also look forward to new additions to the iPad accessory lineup, including an updated Apple Pencil model and a redesigned Magic Keyboard. According to reports, the redesigned Magic Keyboard has improved durability and a larger trackpad that resembles a traditional laptop.
Apple’s AI Endeavors
As a result of hints given by CEO Tim Cook in the recent quarterly earnings call, anticipation of possible AI features that will come with new iPad models is increasing. By investing in generative artificial intelligence and the neural processing capabilities of its upcoming M4 chip, Apple may unveil groundbreaking AI capabilities, leveraging its commitment to privacy as a competitive advantage in the AI space.
