Apple on Tuesday hit the world with new iPads, new iPad Pros, and new Apple TV 4Ks. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to talk confusion and consternation around choices Apple made.
iPad Air
Review: ESR Ascend Keyboard Case for iPad Air Makes for an Excellent Alternative to Apple’s Magic Keyboard
Apple’s Magic Keyboard for iPad Air is nice, but imperfect and expensive. Here’s an iPad keyboard case alternative at a friendlier price.
OtterBox Brings Convenient Apple Pencil Storage to iPad Air
If you need an iPad Air case with drop protection and storage for your Apple Pencil, the OtterBox Symmetry 360 Elite may be right for you.
Apple's Peek Performance Event, and Bryan Spends Some Money
Bryan and Jeff look at Apple’s just-announced iPhone SE 3, M1 iPad Air, the Mac Studio, and 27-inch Studio Display. Bryan also amazes us with how much money he spent on Apple gear this week.
Apple Announces the New iPad Air with M1 Chip, 5G and Center Stage
In today’s “Peek Performance” event, Apple announced the new iPad Air featuring an M1 chip, 5G connectivity and a new front-facing camera with support for Center Stage.
Apple Spring 2022 Event Officially Scheduled for March 8
The Apple Spring 2022 event has officially been announced. In line with rumors it will be held on March 8 at 10:00 AM PT, 1:00PM ET.
Apple Will Reportedly Hold 5G iPhone SE Event on March 8
We’ve heard for quite some time that Apple plans to unveil a refreshed 5G iPhone SE in March or April. We’ve got our first hint of the date.
Back Up Your Files With Twelve South's StayGo Mini USB-C Hub
Twelve South’s new StayGo mini USB-C Hub is a tiny accessory for your iPad and Mac that delivers four extra ports for your device.
Review: Logitech Combo Touch is a Capable iPad Keyboard
Released in June 2021, Logitech’s Combo Touch an attractive, capable keyboard that includes a trackpad for iPads running iPadOS 13.4 or later.
California State University Gives Apple Products to Freshmen
As part of its CSUCCESS program, California State University will provide freshmen and transfer students an iPad Air, Apple Pencil, and a Smart Keyboard Folio.
Logitech's New Combo Touch Keyboard Case Out for iPad Air
Logitech has announced a new Combo Touch keyboard for the iPad Air (4th gen). The keyboard is detachable and includes a trackpad.
University of Nevada Freshman Get Free iPad Air and More
The University of Nevada is partnering with Apple for incoming freshmen for the Fall 2021 semester to provide Apple gear.
Merino Wool Felt and Leather iPad Pro and iPad Air Sleeve: $79.99
We have a deal on the Hampshire iPad Pro (11″) and iPad Air (10.9″) sleeve. This sleeve is made from Merino Wool felt and leather, and it features a pocket and a loop for your Apple Pencil, too. It’s also designed to hold the Magic Keyboard with your iPad, and the front flap closes with a magnetic clasp. It’s $79.99 through our deal.
iPad Through The Ages – TMO Daily Observations 2021-05-25
Bryan Chaffin joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the history of the iPad, from the early rumors to the newly available M1 version.
Looking Back At Apple's 2020 – TMO Daily Observations 2020-12-30
Bryan Chaffin and Dave Hamilton join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the year in Apple software and hardware. Tune in to see what stood out!
Swiper, NOT Swiping — Mac Geek Gab 848
These days we do lots of swiping on our devices, and sometimes the results are expected, other times not so much! Listen as John and Dave share tips and answer questions about swiping. That’s not all, of course, the topics expand from there, including a great dive into USB speeds on Apple’s new iPads. Listen as your two favorite geeks walk through all of this for you this week!
iPad Air Might Make the Pro Obsolete
The reviews of the new iPad Air are starting to appear. Wired UK‘sis very positive, with author Jeremy White saying that it might make the Pro redundant for many users.
The inclusion of Apple’s A14 Bionic means you get the company’s latest chip that is in some respects even better than the one in the current iPad Pro. While to say this results in better performance than the Pro would be outright wrong, you do get a big bump in power – a 40 per cent increase in performance over the previous iPad Air, Apple says, and a 30 per cent uptick in graphics performance. Much like the new iPhone 12 series that also carries the A14, the Air is noticeably faster than its previous iteration. Battery life is of the usual iPad standard – top drawer. You will not need to charge the Air for days with light use, and if you do employ it as a PC replacement (which is certainly possible, especially with the keyboard) you will get many more hours out of it than a standard laptop. The faster 20W charger that comes in the box will help top things up if you do run low. It’s not all good news, though. Despite stealing so much from the Pro there is no LiDAR and no ultrawide camera.
ZAGG Now Sells Pro Keys Wireless Keyboard for iPad, iPad Air
ZAGG has introduced a Pro Keys iPad Air wireless keyboard that is compatible with the new iPad 8th gen and iPad Air 4th gen.
iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro Now Available to Buy
The iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro are available to buy online and in-store, having previously only been available to pre-order.
New 10.9-Inch iPad Air Available to Order
It isn’t just the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro that customers can order today – the 4th generation iPad Air is available to order too.
Apple’s Chip VP Tim Millet Talks About Designing the A14
Tim Millet, Apple’s VP of platform architecture, and Tom Boger, senior director of Mac and iPad product marketing, talk about designing the A14 used in the iPad Air and upcoming iPhone 12.
“One of the ways chip architects think about features is not necessarily directly mapping [transistors] to a user feature in the product so much as enabling the underlying technology, like software in the graphics stack to be able to leverage a new capability in the GPU,” Millet said. “That will inevitably come as a visual feature in a game, or in a snappy transition in the user interface.”
Tim Millet Talks About iPad Air 4 A14 Apple Chip in Interview
Tim Millet, Apple’s Vice President for Platform Architecture, spoke to The Star about the A14 Apple chip found in the iPad Air 4.
Speck Launches Cases for iPad 8 and iPad Air 4
Accessory maker Speck has introduced new cases for iPad 8th gen and iPad AIr 4th gen, including a print case with fade-resistant print designs.
Complicated iPad Purchasing, Bryan's New Watch – TMO Daily Observations 2020-09-21
Bryan Chaffin and John Martellaro join host Kelly Guimont to discuss how Apple made choosing an iPad more difficult, and Bryan’s new Watch!