ipad3 is coming on march 2012

[singveld]

owner of ipad 1 and 2, are you buying one?

MICGadget posts a roundup of circulating iPad 3 rumors, and also includes a few better side-by-side shots of what is believed to be the new iPad 3 back enclosure and the iPad 2 one.


Seen on top of each other, the iPad 3 does appear to have a more gradual taper to the edges than the iPad 2. The difference in size, however, is said to be minimal but seems exaggerated in this shot above due to the staggered positioning of the casings. The next shot shows that the difference in thickness is only 1-1.5mm, with the iPad 3 enclosure being slightly thicker than the iPad 2.


MICGadget also confirms that the iPad 3 camera lens hole is "noticeably larger", suggesting that there has been some improvement in the camera quality, though they seem to question whether or not it will make it all the way to 8 Megapixels as claimed by one publication.

These same iPad 3 enclosures have been seen in the hands of many sites now. It's not uncommon for parts and enclosures to leak out of Apple's supply chain as production of new products ramp up. The iPad 3 is believed to be in manufacturing at this time with an expected announcement date on March 7th.

 

[singveld]

ipad 3 new processor A5X

A forum post at Chinese site WeiPhone offers a photo of what is claimed to be the iPad 3's logic board showing an "A5X" system-on-a-chip.

Apple is expected to introduce an upgraded processor and graphics package for the iPad 3, with the assumption being that it would be called the A6 after the A4 initially appeared in the original iPad and iPhone 4 and was succeeded by the A5 in the iPad 2 and iPhone 4S. But if this photo is to be believed, that assumption appears to have been incorrect, with Apple instead having branded the upgraded package with the A5X name.



A date code of "1146" on the A5X indicates that it was manufactured in the 46th week of 2011, which would have corresponded to November 14-20.

An "A5X" as a step-wise upgrade to the A5 corresponds with progression of processor part numbers as revealed by BGR in February. At the time the A4 was known to be the S5L8930X, the A5 as the S5L8940X and the new iPad processor as S5L8945X.

Several other features are also visible on the logic board, including a pair of 16 GB flash memory chips from Hynix and a rectangular Apple-branded chip. That chip appears to correspond to power management chips found in previous iPad teardowns but which carries a higher part number, suggesting an upgraded part.

Apple is expected to introduce the iPad 3 at a media event on March 7, with the device also receiving an ultra high-resolution display and LTE capabilities. Other claims have suggested that it will carry a slightly more tapered case design and perhaps offer an 8-megapixel rear camera.

 

[singveld]

ipad 3 have a better camera

NextMedia / Apple Daily claims to have received the following photos and information through "special channels". The photo below shows what is claimed to be an overview shot of the new iPad 3 back enclosure (top of image) as well as a comparison shot between the original iPad, the iPad 2 and the New iPad (inset). (via Apple.pro)

The shell should look familiar as it seems to be the same part we previously published. The lighting, however, is much better in this shot, and reveals the more subtle changes. There are notably no markings on the back of the case besides the Apple logo, itself.

The iPad 3 enclosure seems to have a more gradual taper to the edges than the iPad 2. The taper is seen better on the top overview photograph. As a result of this longer taper, the iPad 3's camera rests on the taper itself. We saw this before but due to the dark lighting of that image, the taper seemed more exaggerated.

The absolute positioning of the camera doesn't seem that far off from the iPad 2, but the lens does appear larger. According to NextMedia, the new iPad 3 camera will see a significant upgrade to 8 megapixels. The current iPad 2 back camera is 1 megapixel in resolution. The site also summarizes many of the other expectations for the iPad 3, such as an improved display, quad-core CPU, and a March 7th announcement date.

We've seen a rumor from the site only once before. They predicted new MacBooks, MacBook Pros and MacBook Air models back in April 5, 2010. The MacBook Pros (alone) did launch 8 days after that report, though some of the details (hard drive sizes) didn't match up to the report. Overall, the images here seem to match up to other parts that have been floating around China. Apple Daily is described, however, as a "tabloid-style" newspaper, but the Hong Kong edition is said to be quite popular as the second best selling publication.

 

[singveld]

ipad3 have better screen, twice the resolution

Over the past couple of months, several photos of displays claimed to be for the iPad 3 have surfaced from various sources. Such parts leaks are typical with the device's expected debut early next month. While reports have claimed that these displays are high-resolution "Retina" displays, there has been no definite confirmation of these claims so far.


MacRumors has now been able to obtain one of these iPad 3 displays and examine it under a microscope in an effort to determine whether it is indeed an ultra-high resolution Retina display. Physically, the purported iPad 3 display is the same size as the current iPad 1 and iPad 2 display at 9.7" in diagonal, and looks quite similar to the naked eye.

However, when comparing the iPad 3 display to one from an iPad 2 under a microscope, the difference in resolutions becomes readily apparent, with the iPad 3 display's pixels appearing to be one-quarter the size of those on the iPad 2.


Since we only had a raw iPad 3 display with no method to power it, taking high quality photos of the pixels was difficult. Still, even with the relatively poor lighting, you can easily make out the pixels on each display (made up of red, green and blue elements). We highlighted a cluster of 4 pixels (2x2) from the iPad 2 to compare it to the same area on the iPad 3. On the iPad 3, the same cluster was occupied by 16 pixels (4x4) -- exactly twice the resolution in each direction.

Extrapolating out, the iPad 3 screen should carry a full resolution of 2048x1536, exactly twice the linear resolution of the iPad 1 and iPad 2 which is 1024x768. Such a screen should be able to display much sharper images as compared to the previous generation iPads.

While these iPad 3 screens weren't directly sourced from Apple, they are labeled as OEM replacement parts for the iPad 3 and are apparently in mass production. The difficulties of any 3rd party in mass producing 2048x1536 9.7" Retina displays make us quite confident that these represent legitimate iPad 3 parts.

Apple is expected to introduce the iPad 3 with a media event on March 7, and the device is rumored to be carrying this high-resolution display, a new A6 system-on-a-chip, and LTE support for models with cellular data capabilities.

 

[singveld]

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[singveld]

iPad 3 may have larger camera, tapered case

A larger camera and a tapered case loom as the distinguishing features of Apple Inc.'s next-generation iPad, if photos leaked from Chinese websites are to be believed.

Enthusiast site AppleInsider cited high-quality photos from a Chinese publication show the new iPad will have a larger rear-facing camera than the iPad 2.

The photos also show the iPad 3 will likely use a slightly redesigned case as compared to previous models, it added.

It also quoted Taiwanese publication Apple Daily as indicating the change "was made to accommodate an 8 megapixel sensor."

"This would be a significant jump in resolution for the tablet, though a much-welcomed upgrade from the harshly-reviewed 1MP camera found on the iPad 2," it said.

AppleInsider noted previously leaked photos of an alleged "iPad 3" prototype case showed that the size of the camera hole was similar to that of the iPad 2, but it was noted that there was a change in how the sensor would be mounted.

In comparison, it said the iPhone 3G, 3GS and iPhone 4 all have higher resolution imagers at 2MP, 3.2MP and 5MP, respectively.

"The newest iPhone 4S has one of the best on-phone cameras in the world, boasting redesigned optics and a backside illuminated 8MP sensor capable of shooting 1080p videos," it said.

Larger battery?

Also, AppleInsider noted changes in the case of the alleged next-generation iPad - more beveled than its predecessor.

"This slight change in design is consistent with previously-published images of the back case, and is supposedly meant to afford more space for a larger battery," it said.

It also noted earlier rumors that the next iPad may sport a Sharp manufactured Retina Display with a pixel density similar to that of the iPhone 4S, wireless 4G LTE connectivity and a proprietary A6 CPU.

Logic board with 'ASX' chip

Enthusiast site MacRumors cited forum posts at Chinese site WeiPhone showing what appeared to be a photo of the iPad 3's logic board with an "ASX" system-on-a-chip.

It noted Apple had been expected to upgrade the iPad 3's processor and graphics, initially believed to be dubbed the A6.

The A4 had appeared in the original iPad, while the A5 had appeared in the iPad 2 and iPhone 4S.

"But if this photo is to be believed, that assumption appears to have been incorrect, with Apple instead having branded the upgraded package with the A5X name," it said (http://www.macrumors.com/2012/02/19/photo-of-ipad-3-logic-board-with-a5x-system-on-a-chip/).

Also, MacRumors noted a date code of "1146" on the A5X hinting it was manufactured in the 46th week of 2011 - about November 14 to 20.

Likewise seen in the photos were a pair of 16-GB flash memory chips from Hynix and a rectangular Apple-branded chip that appears to correspond to power management chips found in previous iPad teardowns.

Introduction

Apple is expected to introduce the iPad 3 at a media event on March 7, with the device expected to have an ultra high-resolution display and LTE capabilities.

Other claims have suggested that it will carry a slightly more tapered case design and perhaps offer an 8-megapixel rear camera. — TJD, GMA News

 

[singveld]

Nightline's "iFactory: Inside Apple" segment airs tomorrow, February 21, at 11:35 PM Eastern and Pacific on ABC.

 

[mollusk]

If only LTE is available.M1 still in the midst of upgrading to LTE. As for Singtel, only certain hotspot will have LTE.starhub still not sure.

 

[singveld]

If only LTE is available.M1 still in the midst of upgrading to LTE. As for Singtel, only certain hotspot will have LTE.starhub still not sure.

god i hope the world go to LTE asap. 3G is so slow nowadays. it is like waiting for paint to dry. i tried some 3G in london recently, it is slower than 56k modem i used in the 90's.

 

[singveld]

iPad 3 Front Glass Reveals No Significant Changes: Round Home Button, Camera and Sensor Holes

While a number of alleged iPad 3 parts have leaked in recent weeks, one piece that has so far remained unseen is the device's front panel. But now Apple.pro points to a posting (registration required) on Chinese microblogging site Sina Weibo showing what is claimed to be the front glass and digitizer assembly from the iPad 3.


The part appears nearly identical to that of the iPad 2, with the major distinguishing feature being a relatively long ribbon cable extending up the side of the display as opposed to a shorter cable with a sideways orientation seen in the iPad 2. Other features of the iPad 3 display include the same round home button seen in all iOS devices so far and a hole in the top bezel to accommodate both the front-facing camera and the ambient light sensor.

A separate posting from the same blogger claims that the A5X system-on-a-chip seen in a leaked photo has a dual-core processor and that the iPad 3 will support Siri. The report also claims that the iPad 3 will launch with iOS 5.1 and a rear camera capable of recording 1080p video. Finally, the posting says that the iPad 3 will launch in the U.S. in mid-March with France, Germany, Japan, and the UK to follow in April. Other markets including China and Hong Kong should see the device launch by June 1. The reliability of that report is, however, unknown.

With the revelation of the front glass assembly and earlier leaks of the rear casing, ultra high-resolution display, logic board, and several other internal components, most of the iPad 3's major parts with the exception of the battery and camera modules have now been seen. Apple is expected to introduce the iPad 3 with a media event scheduled for March 7.

 

[Narong Wongwan]

ipad 3 will be launch with the new ipad 'mini'......ipad with a small screen

 

[Leongsam]

owner of ipad 1 and 2, are you buying one?

You also the announced the arrival of the iPhone5 but it turned out to be nothing more than a 4 upgrade.

 

[singveld]

You also the announced the arrival of the iPhone5 but it turned out to be nothing more than a 4 upgrade.

i know . your favourite computer company is very secretive. the rumors are generate by spying and bribe, it is possible apple give out false information.

it can be wrong from time to time.

 

[mollusk]

i know . your favourite computer company is very secretive. the rumors are generate by spying and bribe, it is possible apple give out false information.

it can be wrong from time to time.

Sam was eagerly waiting for Iphone5. He was sad when they announce Iphone4s instead.

 

[singveld]

Sam was eagerly waiting for Iphone5. He was sad when they announce Iphone4s instead.

he said he does not like iphone, he like the long battery life of nokia simple handphone. i donot think he will ever get iphone.

 

[mollusk]

he said he does not like iphone, he like the long battery life of nokia simple handphone. i donot think he will ever get iphone.

believing sam is like believing he is riding a bike without a seat.

 

[singveld]

believing sam is like believing he is riding a bike without a seat.

it is a baseless and ludicrous lies by people who hate him.

 

[looneytan]

it is a baseless and ludicrous lies by people who hate him.

Who hate him!
We all love him to death

 

[Ash007]

Looks thicker. I always skip 1 generation of apple products anyway. So no rush here.

 

[neddy]

Yawn! Apple again.

I will just stick to something that can do REAL WORK, with a faster cpu & better battery life, and upgraded to Ice cream 4.0.

http://wirelessandmobilenews.com/2012/02/asus-transformer-prime-deal-update.html

We called the HP TouchPad the ImmortaPad, what should we call the Asus Transformer Prime? The tablet that would be a netbook? The Backorder Quad-Core Wonder? Whatever you call it the Asus Transformer Prime is über popular due to its specs and continued care by Asus to updating, adapting and support. They are hard to find, but we found some places with stock and once you get one you can update it and or unlock it at your own risk.