Apple prepping smaller iPad that focuses on eReading?

Posted on Monday, April 12 2010 @ 16:51 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck

DigiTimes claims Apple is working on a 5- to 7-inch version of the iPad, the site believes this device will primarily be intended as an eBook reader and expects it will be launched in Q1 2011.

Apple is reportedly scheduling a smaller 5- to 7-inch version of the iPad that is expected to launch as soon as the first quarter of 2011, according to Digitimes Research senior analyst Mingchi Kuo.

Kuo, citing talks with upstream component sources, said Apple's smaller-size iPad will be priced below US$400 and will target the highly-portable mobile device market and consumers that focus mainly on reading and do not have a high demand for text input.

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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