Thai manufacturer of GIS touch panels plans to expand backend module capacity for new products at factory in Chengdu, China, according to industry sources quoted today in a supply chain report DigiTimes.
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One of the new products is likely to be the 12.9-inch iPad Pro with a Mini-LED display, which will launch in late March or early second quarter, according to industry sources. The deadline suggests that Apple could announce the device over the next few weeks or, at most, in April.
A new 12.9-inch iPad Pro with Mini-LED display has been rumored for many months. The device would still have an LCD screen, but with Mini-LED backlight for higher brightness, improved contrast ratio and other advantages. It’s unclear whether the 11-inch iPad Pro will be updated with a Mini-LED display, as many rumors have only mentioned the 12.9-inch model, although the devices tend to be updated together.
The new 12.9-inch iPad Pro is also expected to include a faster A14X chip and support for 5G networks on models with cellular connectivity.
In March it is common for Apple to announce new or updated products. Apple last updated its iPad Pro line in March 2020 with a marginally improved A12Z Bionic chip, an Ultra Wide camera, a LiDAR scanner, and better sounding microphones.
Recently, the famous Chinese “Kang” suggested that Apple would plan to host an event on March 23, and although it has a solid track record so far, Apple could of course choose to announce the new iPad Pro with a press release. . Other products that are rumored include Apple’s long-awaited fans of AirTags items, a new Apple TV, new AirPods and more Apple silicone Macs.