Apple
is allegedly sending out invites to the media for a special launch
event next Wednesday, leading to the inevitable conclusion that it will
be revealing the awaited iPad Mini.
It has long been rumoured that
the consumer electronics giant will be releasing a miniature version of
itsnew iPadthis year, in response to a string of new and upcoming
launches, including the Barnes and Noble tablet and Amazon Kindle Fire
2, which is expected to come equipped with a 8.9-inch screen, or the
paradigm-changing Google / Asus Nexus 7.
It was originally
believed that Apple would launch the slate alongside its
sixth-generation smartphone last month, but the device failed to make an
appearance. Then again, it was also reported that the iPad Mini would
launch some weeks after the iPhone 5, hence why the rumours have kicked
off again.
Tech site the Register reports a November 2 release
date, although some critics remain sceptical as Apples late CEO Steve
Jobs once famously dissed smaller tablets, claiming that their small
screens make them ill-equipped to host applications.
But then
again, that was a while ago, so its possible that the firm could have
changed its mind (or conjured up a solution to combat the problem).
TheiPad Miniis expected to come equipped with a 7.85-inch screen and
there were reports earlier in the year of a stylus, too. We're yet to
hear of other possible specifications but will keep you updated as and
when we do.
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