Rumors about a possible iPad mini are still in the forefront. It continues to be argued that those in Cupertino are working on a smaller tablet model than the current one. In addition, some clues have been given about how it could be and about what prices the models would be around - in none of the cases would it exceed 300 euros.
After the presentation last Wednesday of the latest generation of the Apple tablet (the new iPad), rumors are appearing about a possible iPad mini for this year. In addition, yesterday it was pointed out that it is very possible that the future iPhone 5 did not share the Apple A5X processor that is accompanied by a quad-core graphics chip. Moreover, several analysts pointed out that this same processor could be seen in other equipment of the manufacturer; one of them a reduced version of the iPad.
On the other hand, from the Digitimes publication it is pointed out that Tim Cook's team is creating a tablet that would not reach eight inches - 7.85 inches to be exact. In addition, to make the set even more compact, the frame between the screen and the edge would be as thin as possible; perhaps a device where the front is only touch screen.
On the other hand, if this launch is true, Apple would suggest that it wants to compete in the market where some companies such as Samsung with its Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 or Amazon with its Kindle Fire, are perhaps the main competitors to consider. Although the Nokia tablet with the Windows 8 operating system could also be added at the end of the year.
And to make the market more competitive, Apple should lower the prices of its equipment. Very famous factor and discussed in all the products of the Cupertino. Thus, within the leaked information, the price range —all depending on the version— would oscillate between 250 and 300 dollars, a price that, translated, would be below 300 euros.
However, the rumors of the manufacture of this equipment originated at the end of last year 2,011, where it was already pointed out that the iPad mini would go into production throughout the second quarter of this year, being able to reach the market for the summer months.
On the other hand, it has also been commented that to reduce costs, the screen that would be included would not be of the Retina Display type and the resolution, therefore, would not be the same as the new generation. And what would this mean? Well, the large portfolio of applications that the apple brand has, should be adapted to the new screen - another problem for developers.
However, Apple still does not say anything about it, neither the supposed iPad mini nor the famous iPhone 5 that would incorporate a larger screen. And, perhaps the most interesting aspect of this whole scheme would be to see if Tim Cook ignores the words of his mentor (Steve Jobs) and, therefore, will sacrifice the user experience with a smaller tablet.
