iPad 5 tipped for October launch

Apple’s iPad 5 is expected to launch in October and share more than a passing resemblance to the iPad Mini, claims report

The iPad 5 will launch in October and will look quite a bit like the iPad Mini, according to a new report from iLounge.

The report also speculates about Apple’s plans for future iPhone models, claiming larger and cheaper variants are both on the cards.

Horwitz claims to have seen a ‘supposedly accurate—and seriously intriguing—physical model of the completely redesigned fifth-generation iPad.’

Writing about the alleged iPad 5, Horwitz said, ‘it’s a lot smaller than one would guess was possible: in portrait orientation, picture a 9.7-inch screen with virtually no left or right bezels, and only enough space above and below the screen to accommodate the mandatory camera and Home Button elements.’

He added: ‘Beyond that, it’s noticeably thinner, as well, which is to say the fifth-generation iPad will be smaller in every dimension than its predecessors.’

The report also suggests that Apple’s iPad 5 will be the first tablet device from Apple to feature IGZO display technology and smaller chip components.

In terms of a launch date, Horwitz says that Apple initially intended to launch the iPad 5 in March but has now pushed the date back to October due to issues with component yields.

Apple has not spoken officially about its plans for the iPad 5.

Check out the full report here.

by via Know Your Mobile