Two of Apple’s entry-level iPad models may be powered by an older chipset rather than the latest A18 processor, according to a report. The device in mention is the iPad 11th generation whose purported variants are speculated to use the same chip as the iPhone 15 Pro models despite previously reported issues related to high cost of manufacturing and low yields. Courtesy of this newer chipset, the tablet may have support for Apple Intelligence — the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) suite.
Redmi Pad 2 has been launched in select global markets on Thursday. The new Android tablet comes in two colourways with an 11-inch screen and 2.5K resolution. The Redmi Pad 2 runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultra chipset alongside up to 8GB RAM and maximum 256GB storage. It carries a 9,000mAh battery and a quad speaker unit with Dolby Atmos support.
Redmi Pad 2 will be unveiled in India on June 18. The company has also teased the design and colour options of the tablet. Based on the images, the upcoming tablet appears to closely resembles the global 4G variant. The Indian version is expected to include AI-powered features and offer support for a stylus. The Redmi Pad 2 will feature a larger display and a bigger battery compared to the original Redmi Pad.
OnePlus Pad 3 was launched in India on Thursday alongside the OnePlus 13s. The latest Android tablet from the Chinese tech brand arrives in two colourways and features a 13.2-inch display with 3.4K resolution and 7:5 aspect ratio. The OnePlus Pad 3 has a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset under the hood with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. It packs a 12,140mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC fast charging.
Redmi Pad 2 will launch later this week, the Chinese smartphone brand confirmed on Tuesday through its social media handles. The Xiaomi sub-brand has shared official images revealing the design and specifications of the new Android tablet. The Redmi Pad 2 is confirmed to come in at least two colourways with 4G connectivity. It is teased to ship with MediaTek Helio G100 Ultra chipset and an 11-inch screen with 2.5K resolution.
Redmi Pad 2 4G is teased to launch in select global markets soon. The company has yet to announce an exact launch date, but it has teased the design and colour options of the upcoming tablet. It is expected to retain a similar design language to the preceding Redmi Pad. Instead of a rectangular rear camera module, it will come wth a pill-shaped island. Xiaomi has now revealed some display details of the tablet.
Redmi Pad 2 will be unveiled in India soon and the company is now teasing the launch as well as some of its key specifications. The second generation of the Redmi Pad is teased to come with a bigger, brighter display, longer battery life, and a thinner, lighter build. The existing Redmi Pad was unveiled in India in October 2022.
Apple is working on solid-state, haptic buttons on future iPhones according to a tipster and these could expand to the Apple Watch and iPad. This initiative aims to replace traditional mechanical buttons with a more advanced, haptic-feedback system. These buttons were previously expected to arrive on the iPhone 15 series, but the project was reportedly shelved.
Meta Platforms is said to be working towards introducing a native Instagram app for the iPad. It is expected to build upon the recent, highly anticipated launch of WhatsApp for iPad, which arrived after years of users requesting support for devices with larger screens. The development of an Instagram app designed to run on the iPad is said to be fully underway, as per a seasoned journalist. The app is said to be released later this year.
Vivo Pad 5 was launched in China on Thursday, alongside the Vivo S30 series smartphones. The new Android tablet runs on Android 15-based Origin OS 5 and is equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset paired with a maximum 16GB of RAM and a maximum 512GB of storage. The Vivo Pad 5 features a 2.8K resolution display with a 7.1:5 aspect ratio and 144Hz refresh rate.
Apple on Wednesday launched the Self Service Repair Programme for iPad, expanding the list of devices which can be repaired by the user using Apple-provided genuine parts and tools. As part of this move, iPad Air, iPad Pro, iPad Mini, and select other models have been added to the programme. The company says these devices can now be repaired at home if necessary, eliminating the need to visit an Apple authorised service centre for the same repairs.
A native WhatsApp app for the iPad is said to be in the works. The Meta-owned instant messaging client appears to have teased the arrival of WhatsApp for iPad on a social media platform. For years, WhatsApp has been reported to be developing a new app that works natively on Apple’s tablet, however, it is yet to see the light of day. While a beta version has been offered to users under the company’s TestFlight programme, the public release has not happened yet.
Airtel has reportedly approached Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea (Vi) to propose a joint initiative against fraud and scams. As per the report, Airtel has also informed the government, as well as the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), about approaching the two major telecom service providers. The company highlighted the rising instances of online scams and fraud in India in the previous year as the reason behind taking a proactive measure.
Honor Pad 10 has been launched in select global markets. The tablet is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset coupled with 8GB of RAM. It is backed by a 10,100mAh battery and is equipped with several AI-backed features. The latest Honor tablet comes with an 8-megapixel rear camera alongside an 8-megapixel front sensor. It features six speakers with Honor's Spatial Audio support and a 12.1-inch 2.5K LCD screen.
Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra has been launched in China alongside Xiaomi 15s Pro. The new Android tablet runs on Xiaomi's in-house 3nm 10-core XRING 01 chipset and boasts a 14-inch OLED display with 3.2K resolution and 3:2 aspect ratio. The Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra has a 12,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging support.
Infinix Xpad GT has been launched in select global markets on Wednesday alongside the Infinix GT 30 Pro 5G smartphone. The new gaming-focused GT-branded tablet runs on a Snapdragon 888 chipset alongside 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. The Infinix Xpad GT boasts a 13-inch display with a 2.8K resolution and packs a 10,000mAh battery.
Amazon is reportedly developing a foldable tablet, that could compete with a similar device said to be in development at Apple, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. This news follows Huawei's launch of its MateBook Fold Ultimate, featuring an 18-inch screen that folds into the shape of a 13-inch laptop.
iQOO Pad 5 series was launched in China alongside the iQOO Neo 10 Pro+ on Tuesday. The lineup includes a base and a Pro variant. They run on OriginOS 5, based on Android 15 out-of-the-box and support up to 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage. The base iQOO Pad 5 comes with a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ SoC, while a MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ chipset powers the Pad 5 Pro.
Redmi Pad 2 could be inching towards its launch as some photos of the tablet have surfaced online alongside its possible pricing details and specifications. The new model is said to arrive as a direct successor to 2022's Redmi Pad. The Redmi Pad 2 is tipped to come with an 11-inch display and could be powered by the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultra chipset alongside up to 8GB of RAM and a maximum 256GB of storage.
OnePlus Pad 3 will launch in select global markets early next month. The company has announced the launch date and teased the design of the upcoming tablet. It is confirmed to be powered by Qualcomm's flagship octa-core Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. The teased details suggest that the upcoming global variant will be a rebranded version of the OnePlus Pad 2 Pro.
Apple on Monday released the iPadOS 17.7.8 update for the iPad. It arrives as a follow up to the iPadOS 17.7.7 firmware which was introduced a few days ago but was soon pulled due to various reported issues, including being unable to login to the iPad with Touch ID authentication. As per the Cupertino-based tech giant, its latest update carries fixes for several security flaws reported in previous versions which may result in unexpected system termination, disclosure of memory contents or user information, and denial-of-service.
Xiaomi 15s Pro will be launched in China later this week. The Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra and the company's latest electric car, Xiaomi YU7, will be launched alongside the new smartphone. Xiaomi's new self-developed chipset, Xring 01 SoC, will be announced during the event. The Xiaomi 15s Pro is confirmed to be the first phone to ship with this new chipset.
Huawei hosted a launch event in Berlin on Thursday. The company unveiled a host of products on the day, including the Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 (2025) and the Freebuds 6 earphones. The tablet comes with a Tandem OLED PaperMatte display and dual-cell 5,050mAh battery with 100W wired fast charging support. The Huawei Freebuds 6, on the other hand, have 11mm dynamic drivers alongside micro-flat tweeters and a claimed 36 hours of total playback time.
Oppo Pad SE was launched in select global markets on Thursday. The new Android tablet features an 11-inch 2K resolution display and is offered in four colour options. The Oppo Pad SE runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 chipset with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. The tablet also has Google Gemini integration.
OnePlus Pad 2 Pro was launched in China on Tuesday. The tablet comes with a 13.2-inch LCD screen with a 3.4K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. It is backed by a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and a 12,140mAh battery with support for wired fast charging. The gaming-focused tablet is equipped with a 34,857mm² VC cooling system for thermal management.
OnePlus Pad 2 Pro is set to launch in China next week and a listing on Oppo's China store has revealed the tablet's existence, detailing its RAM and storage options and two available colourways. The tablet could be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and pack a 12,140mAh battery.
Lenovo Legion Y700 Gen 4 tablet was launched in China on Thursday. It is powered by Qualcomm's octa core flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, paired with up to 16GB of RAM. The tablet, like its Legion series predecessors, is a gaming-focused device with an 8.8-inch 165Hz display. It comes with a large 12,000 sq mm vapour chamber cooling system for heat management.
Google has rolled out the Gemini app for iPad globally, months after it debuted on iOS. It comes with the same capabilities the tech giant offers on Android and iOS versions, enabling users to generate images leveraging its multi-modal capabilities. Gemini also comes with the ability to find information across apps like Gmail and YouTube, and even accept image queries to solve problems. As per Google, the new Gemini app for iOS also brings its most notable feature — Gemini Live.
Oppo Pad SE will launch in China on May 15. The Oppo Reno 14 series is expected to arrive in the country on the same day. Ahead of the launch, the company has revealed the colour options of the upcoming tablet. It has confirmed some key features of the Oppo Pad SE as well. The brand is set to unveil the Oppo Enco Clip TWS earphones alongside the tablet and smartphones.
Amazon on Wednesday launched a refreshed version of the Kindle Paperwhite in India with new features. It now features a larger 7-inch e-ink screen which is said to deliver the highest contrast ratio of any Kindle to date. Powered by a dual-core processor, the all-new Kindle Paperwhite can offer up to 25 percent faster page turns without having a negative impact on the battery life.
Google announced last week that it is planning to bring Gemini to devices such as tablets, smartwatches, headphones, and Android-powered in-car infotainment systems. The Mountain View-based tech giant said that it is currently working on replacing Google Assistant with Gemini on mobile devices, and the focus on other form factors will begin after the AI-powered voice assistant has been made available on compatible smartphones.
Apple is expected to debut the latest firmware iterations for its devices, such as iOS 19 and iPadOS 19, at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025 in June. While the rumour mill has hinted towards many of the anticipated changes, a recently surfaced report suggests that Apple could introduce several new productivity-linked features for the iPad and iPhone.
Honor Pad GT was launched in China on Wednesday. The tablet comes with a 2.8K LCD screen with a 144Hz refresh rate and a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Extreme Edition chipset paired with up to 12GB of RAM and a 10,100mAh battery with 66W fast charging support. The Honor Band 10 was unveiled alongside the gaming tablet with a 1.57-inch AMOLED display, 5ATM water resistance rating and up to 14 days of battery life.
Vivo's Pad 5 Pro and Vivo Pad SE have been launched in China. The new Android tablets run on Android 15-based Origin OS 5 and feature single rear cameras. The Vivo Pad 5 Pro boasts a 13-inch display with 3.1K resolution and a MediaTek Dimensity 9400 SoC. The Vivo Pad SE, on the other hand, has a 12.3-inch 2.5K display and a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC.
Smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices sold in the European Union (EU) starting June 2025 will be required to have a sticker in the box detailing their battery and efficiency information. The move is said to be a part of the Energy Labelling Regulation commissioned by the European Parliament on April 16, aimed at facilitating consumers' choice in favour of more sustainable and energy efficient products.
OnePlus appears to be working on the OnePlus Pad 2 Pro, and its launch could be around the corner. Ahead of the official announcement, the OnePlus Pad 2 Pro has been spotted on Geekbench along with some of its key specifications. The upcoming OnePlus tablet is listed with an octa-core Snapdragon processor coupled with 16GB of RAM.
Lenovo was previously reported to be working on a new gaming tablet with Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Besides leaks and rumours, we now have official confirmation that a new Legion-series tablet will be introduced in China soon. It is the 4th gen variant of the Lenovo Legion Y700 and will be a successor to the Legion Y700 (2025).
Honor GT Pro will launch in China next week. The Chinese smartphone brand, through its Weibo handle, announced the launch date of its new GT series smartphone. It will be unveiled alongside the new Honor Tablet GT. The company has also shared official images revealing the design and colour options of the Honor GT Pro. It is teased to come in three colour options.
Moto Pad 60 Pro tablet was announced alongside the Moto Book 60 laptop in India on Thursday. The tablet comes with a 12.7-inch LCD screen and a quad JBL speaker system. It is powered by a 4nm octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 8300 chipset. The Pad 60 Pro ships with Android 14 and is bundled with a Moto Pen Pro in the box.
Vivo's Pad 5 Pro and Pad SE are all set to go official in the Chinese market on April 21. The Vivo Pad 5 Pro is tipped to come with a 13-inch display with 3.1K resolution and a MediaTek Dimensity 9400 SoC. The Vivo Pad SE, on the other hand, is said to feature a 12.3-inch 2.5K display and could be equipped with a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC.
Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy XCover 7 Pro alongside the Galaxy Tab Active 5 Pro in select global markets. Both devices carry the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset and offer MIL-STD-810H durability. They have IP68-rated dust and water-resistant builds and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ display protection as well. The Galaxy XCover 7 Pro and Tab Active 5 Pro run on Android 15 with One UI 7 skin on top and are equipped with AI-backed features.
Apple is said to be working on a major overhaul of iPadOS, the operating system (OS) which powers the iPad. According to claims by a seasoned journalist, the Cupertino-based technology giant’s next iteration of iPadOS, iPadOS 19, could make it more like macOS. With several iPad models getting an upgrade to the latest M4 chipset, Apple is reportedly gearing up to focus on delivering more productivity and improving the multitasking capabilities of its tablets.
Motorola has announced the launch date of its Moto Book 60 laptop in India. The Lenovo-owned brand will make its debut in the laptop market with the new device. The company will also unveil the Moto Pad 60 Pro tablet alongside its new laptop. Both devices are confirmed to go on sale through Flipkart in the country. The e-commerce website is teasing the arrival of the new Motorola devices.
Oppo Pad 4 Pro was officially launched in China on Thursday with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. The new Android tablet comes in three colour options with a 13.2-inch LCD display with 3.4K resolution and up to 144Hz refresh rate. The Oppo Pad 4 Pro has a 12,140mAh battery with 67W fast charging support. It has a single 13-megapixel camera at the rear.
Apple is said to be gearing up to join the foldable market soon. While we're yet to see any official announcement from Apple regarding its entry into the foldable device market, multiple rumours and various credible sources have claimed that a foldable iPhone will land next year. Now, a reputed analyst states that Apple's first foldable iPad is on track for a 2026 launch.
Vivo X200 Ultra will be introduced in China alongside the Vivo X200s variant later this month. The company has announced the launch date of the smartphones. The Vivo Pad 5 Pro and Pad SE tablets as well as Vivo Watch 5 smartwatch will be unveiled alongside the handsets. The colour options for the Vivo X200s and the design of the Vivo X200 Ultra have also been revealed.
Amazon is adding a new artificial intelligence (AI) feature to Kindle devices that will help users quickly refresh their memory while reading a book series. Announced on Wednesday, the new feature is dubbed Recaps, and it will provide a short AI-generated recap of the books already read in a series to bring the user up to speed before they read the next book.
Apple is testing a new iPad Mini with an OLED display, according to a tipster. The new OLED panel is said to be produced by Samsung Display, and production is expected to start in H2 2025. Analysts predict the iPad Mini with an OLED screen will launch in 2026 as a successor to the iPad Mini (7th Generation) model.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE series was launched in select global markets, including India, on Wednesday. The lineup includes the Galaxy Tab S10 FE and Tab S10 FE+, which are available in Wi-Fi and 5G options. The tablets are powered by in-house Exynos 1580 chipsets paired with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of onboard storage. They ship with Android 15-based One UI 7, offer AI features, and have IP68-rated dust and water-resistant builds.
Vivo will unveil the X200s and X200 Ultra handsets later this month. The company has previously confirmed that it will introduce the Vivo Pad 5 Pro and Pad SE tablets alongside the smartphones. A Vivo Watch 5 model will also tag along. The design and colour options of the accompanying devices have been teased. Some key features of the tablets and smartwatch have now surfaced online.
Lenovo unveiled the Legion Y700 (2025) gaming tablet in China in September 2024. The company is now expected to be working on a new high-end tablet. A tipster has suggested the expected chipset and display details of the purported device. The rumoured tablet is tipped to be gaming-focused as well. It will likely have a bigger battery and a slimmer build than the existing Legion tablet.
