UBS believes the new iPad will be the catalyst that drives consumers to connect their tablets to mobile broadband networks. UBS predicted there would be a near 50/50 split between Wi-Fi-only and 4G iPads sold, driven by the demand for fast LTE connectivity in the U.S. Read more »
AT&T has cheaper plans, but Verizon has far better LTE coverage. As for speed, they match each other megabit per megabit — unless you happen to live in Chicago, Los Angeles or any city where AT&T’s networks are undersized. Read more »
In Apple’s new LTE order, the roles of Sprint and T-Mobile may be reversed. Sprint’s oddly configured networks mean it may not be be able to cash in on a future LTE iPhone. Meanwhile, T-Mobile finds itself a prime candidate for the iconic device. Read more »
The cat is out of the bag: Apple’s new tablet won’t be called iPad 3 or iPad HD, but simply the new iPad. That may sound like an odd choice at first, but it signals a profound change, as the iPad is dominating the post-PC world. Read more »
In typical fashion, Apple shared a multitude of numeric data points prior to, and during, the introduction of its new iPad and Apple TV. The numbers show that, unlike many peers, Apple has planned for, and is migrating to, what it calls the “post-PC world.” Read more »
The Apple TV got a minor refresh today and is now supporting 1080p video playback and video streaming via iTunes in the Cloud. Apple also slightly revamped the UI, leaving more room for partner apps — but didn’t open up the device to third-party developers. Read more »
While you’re waiting to see if iPad 3 will get LTE capability or not, I thought I’d put together these 10 ways you can resell, recycle or resuse that aging iPad 2. Read more »
Apple’s new iPad is rumored to be slightly thicker than the iPad 2. I think that’s a good thing, if true. Devices may have passed the “sweet spot” of thinness, as I’m finding that slim slates and smartphones are hurting my hands. Is it just me? Read more »
Apple may have tipped off a feature of its next iPad in plain sight. The final words on its press invite for Wednesday’s iPad event say the company has something to see — “And touch.” You might actually feel objects on the iPad with new touch technology. Read more »
It’s looking more like Apple is going to be dropping the numerical naming scheme of its iPad lineup. CNET and VentureBeat both reported the same thing on Monday: that they are hearing from sources that what Apple unveils on Wednesday will be called iPad HD. Read more »
