Rumors about «iPad mini» again excite Network

Rumors that a smaller version of the tablet computer from Apple still be continuing to seep into the Internet, and, they come from different sources. This time of «iPad mini» mentions Apple Insider, Referring to the Chinese resource MyDrivers, Which in turn relies on unnamed anonymous informants. If we believe these data, the mini version of the iPad will be released in the current year.

Alleged specs are very impressive, but there are nuances and questions. The source claims that the device will get a Retina-display with a 330ppi density. As we know from iPad third generationSuch screen consumes a lot more energy, and in the 7.85-inch tablet is not particularly razverneshsya in terms of space for capacious battery. Of course, the source assured that this will be the development of energy-efficient Sharp IGZO, but believe in miracles weak. However, Apple has repeatedly surprised.

But flash memory is not quite impressive - 8 GB. Note that, according to tradition, to expand it will not be due to lack of microSD slot. In addition, due to the volume of the new iPad application, the Retina screen has increased several times, and even 16 GB - it is very small. Hopefully, Apple still will offer more capacious versions of «iPad mini».

A small built-in storage capacity is associated with an aggressive pricing policy, which the company from Cupertino alleged deploy in the fight against Google Nexus 7, Amazon Kindle Fire and other 7-inch tablets. In particular, the expected price of a small iPad supposedly will be $249–299.

The main difference between «iPad mini» competing 7-inch device (and its benefits) will display diagonal of 7.85 inches. This, according to experts, and too many users, the best size - not too big (like iPad) and not too small, as our competitors. It is ideal for use, for example, on the road, where the standard Apple tablet may be too cumbersome. By the way, working with a fairly tight 7.7-inch Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 I want to note that this format is really convenient 7-inch devices. And all the while knocking the idea in my head: "That he would let iOS shove!". While Android on tablets is weak due to the small range adapted to the larger diagonal display programs. I'd like a small iPad.

I note that the release of a smaller version of iPad is expected by the public since 2010, when Apple released the first model of its tablet. Rumors about «iPad mini» once again began to actively propagate this winter, but with one caveat, they say, manufacturer simply testing a new device concept, which release may not enter into it immediate plans. By the way, technology IGZO already mentioned in Apple-related news and rumors, plying before iPad 3 announcement. However, the new iPad uses traditional IPS-matrix ultra-high resolution. There are suspicions that the IGZO technology from Sharp did not passed the approval process in the company from Cupertino. Maybe a little to release iPad Japanese still establish a process for the production of its supermatrices.

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