Mobile Devices

Apple Refreshes iPad Air, mini

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Apple makes the surprise announcement of a pair of tablet refreshes-- the 2019 iPad Air and Mini models feature the A12 Bionic chip, as well as stylus input through Pencil support.

iPad updateThe iPad Air gets an increase in size to 10.5-inch, as well as the A12 Bionic chip promising a 70% performance boost and twice the graphics capability compared to the previous model. Connectivity comes through a Lightning connector (as opposed to a USB-C port), while Touch ID remains the security system of choice. The update also brings support for the (first generation) Pencil and the Smart Keyboard, allowing one to use the tablet for light productivity purposes.

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Samsung Intros Galaxy Tab S5e

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Samsung announces the Galaxy Tab S5e ahead of MWC 2019-- a more affordable alternative to the flagship Galaxy Tab S4, featuring a metal unibody the company says is the thinnest and lightest yet, being 5.5mm thin and weighing 400g.

Galaxy Tab S5eThe tablet promises a big 10.5-inch display, with an 81.8% screen-to-body ratio comparable to the 82.9% offered by the 11-inch iPad Pro. The display features a 2560 x 1600 resolution Super AMOLED panel with 16:10 aspect ratio, but features no S Pen stylus support. As for further specs, the tablet carries an octa-core Snapdragon 670 processor, 2GB RAM, 32GB storage (expandable via microSD slot), 6150mAh battery, 8MP front-/13MP back-facing cameras and quad AKG speakers.

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Chuwi Rivals Surface With Ubook

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Chinese PC maker Chuwi is the next company to take on the 2-in-1 tablet category with the Ubook-- an Windows 10 device with a built-in U-shaped kickstand (thus the name) and detachable keyboard cover.

Chuwi UbookThe Ubook offers an 11.6-inch 1920 x 1080 resolution touchscreen, and carries an Intel Core m4-6Y30 processor together with 8GB RAM and SSD storage ranging from 128GB to 1TB. It also includes a variety of ports, including x2 USB-A, x1 USB-C and x1 mini HDMI, making for a device weighing 760g, heavier than the smallest Microsoft Surface model, the Go.

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Apple Updates iPad Pro for 2018

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Apple confirms months of rumours as it presents an iPad Pro redesign-- one offering an "all-screen" design bereft of Home button, Face ID facial recognition, a USB-C port and, of course, more powerful internals.

iPad Pro 2018The 2018 iPad Pro comes in 2 sizes, 11- and 12.9-inch, with thinner bezels leading to smaller tablets. The 11-inch model actually measures as much as the previous 10.5-inch model, while the 12.9-inch model is smaller than the screen size suggests. Other than size both devices are essentially identical, with the same curvy unibody holding the A12X Bionic, a processor described by Apple as "the smartest and most powerful chip in a tablet."

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Lenovo Presents Android Tablet Range

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Lenovo announces a range of budget Android tablets ideal for families wanting a device for each member-- the E series, consisting of the Tab E7, Tab E8 and Tab E10-- together with the more premium Tab M10 and Tab P10.

Lenovo P10The Tab E7 is the entry-level model, being a 7-inch device running on Android Oreo Go. It features a 10.33mm thin frame, and promises to run for 5 hours on a single charge. The Tab E8 is a larger option, with an 8-inch display, Dolby Atmos audio and a battery powering up to 10 hours of local video playback. Finally, the Tab E10 is more powerful, with a 10-inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 processor and a pair of Dolby Atmos speakers.

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