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Apple upgrades iPad Air to M4 with Wi‑Fi 7 and faster cellular

Apple has introduced a new iPad Air powered by the M4 chip, promising up to 30% faster performance than the M3 and upgrading wireless with Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread. Cellular models use a C1X modem for up to 50% faster data and about 30% lower energy use. Preorders begin March 4 with shipping starting March 11; pricing starts at $599 for the 11-inch Wi‑Fi model (128GB, upgradeable to 1TB), $749 for the cellular variant, while the 13-inch Wi‑Fi starts at $799 and cellular at $949, in Blue, Purple, Starlight, and Space Gray.

via The Verge|

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technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Massive Discounts on Apple's Latest MacBooks and Displays for Black Friday

B&H is offering a $250 discount on Apple's new M4 MacBook Pro, reducing the price to $1,749 ahead of Black Friday. The M4 MacBook Pro features significant upgrades, including faster performance, improved battery life, and Thunderbolt 5 ports for high-speed data transfer. The 14-inch model starts at $1,999, but this deal makes it more accessible. With limited supply, potential buyers are encouraged to act quickly.

via ZDNet|

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technology1 year ago•3 min saved

M4 iPad Pro: Surprising Performance and Hidden Features Revealed

Apple has unveiled its new M4 processor, debuting in the latest iPad Pro. The M4 comes in two versions with nine and ten cores, offering significant performance improvements over the M3. Key features include enhanced branch prediction, wider decode and execution engines, and next-generation machine learning accelerators. Built on TSMC’s second-generation 3nm process, the M4 also boasts a ten-core GPU with dynamic caching and hardware-accelerated ray tracing. Benchmark tests show the M4 outperforms its predecessors and competes closely with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X series. Future variants like the M4 Pro and M4 Max are anticipated.

via Android Authority|

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technology1 year ago•16 min saved

"Teardowns Reveal Surprising Secrets of the New M4 iPad Pro"

The 2024 iPad Pro, starting at $999, features a new OLED display, M4 processor, and improved cameras, making it a top choice for professionals needing high performance for creative tasks. Despite its high price and some limitations with iPadOS, it offers unparalleled performance, flexible connectivity, and top-tier cameras, earning it the Editors' Choice award. The iPad Air remains a more affordable option for everyday users.

via PCMag|

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technology1 year ago•1 min saved

"Apple's Timeline for M4 Processor Rollout Across Mac Lineup Revealed"

Apple is reportedly planning to update its entire Mac lineup to the AI-based M4 processor, with the transition beginning in late 2024 and concluding with the Mac Pro in the second half of 2025. The roadmap, revealed by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, indicates that the 14-inch MacBook Pro will be the first to gain the M4 processor, followed by other models in a phased approach. This marks the first time that every Mac in the range will receive the same, latest processor, with the M4 expected to feature enhanced AI capabilities and increased Unified Memory capacity.

via AppleInsider|

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technology1 year ago•1 min saved

"Apple's AI-Focused M4 Mac Line: What to Expect"

Apple is reportedly gearing up to release a new lineup of Macs equipped with M4 processors focused on AI capabilities, with the first models expected later this year and the rest in early 2025. The M4 chips will come in three tiers - Donan, Brava, and Hidra - and will be integrated into various Mac models, with an emphasis on AI processing. This move is seen as a response to competition from AI-focused PCs and a slowdown in Mac sales. More details on the AI features are anticipated at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference in June.

via The Verge|

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