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Apple introduces next-gen iPad Pro, supercharged by M2 chip
Unified Communications

Apple introduces next-gen iPad Pro, supercharged by M2 chip

The new iPad Pro features a next-level Apple Pencil hover experience, ProRes video capture, superfast Wi-Fi 6E, and powerful features in iPadOS 16.

By Gaurav Sharma • 8 min read • Wed, 19th Oct 2022
NZ pricing exposed for Apple's latest product announcements
Apple

NZ pricing exposed for Apple's latest product announcements

Here's the quick and dirty on pricing for all of Apple's latest releases. All prices are RRP New Zealand dollars and include GST.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Apr 2021

Global Stories

Apple reveals new productivity features for the iPhone, iPad and Mac
Apple

Apple reveals new productivity features for the iPhone, iPad and Mac

Apple has updated its iWork suite of productivity apps with new features, enabling users to present in new ways and work with documents on the go.  .

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Sep 2021
Apple's iPad and iPad mini get a few upgrades this year
Apple

Apple's iPad and iPad mini get a few upgrades this year

Apple is once again stealing the limelight with its 2021 range of iPads, iPhones, and the Apple Watch. We take a look at the iPad and iPad mini.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Sep 2021
New iPad Pro gets the M1 treatment
Apple

New iPad Pro gets the M1 treatment

Among the new iPad Pro's features: a Liquid Retina XDR display on the 12.9-inch screen, 5G capability with cellular models, and a Thunderbolt USB-C port.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Apr 2021
Hands-on Review: The 2020 iPad Air
Gaming

Hands-on Review: The 2020 iPad Air

While it is a really exciting device on its own, the accessories are what take the iPad Air up to the iPad Pro level.

By Lama Farhat • 5 min read • Tue, 16th Feb 2021
Hands-on Review: Apple iPad 8th Gen 2020
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Apple iPad 8th Gen 2020

Apple's 8th generation iPad may look familiar, but it offers improved performance and features at a reasonable price.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 14th Oct 2020
Apple unveils two new iPads, including new iPad Air
Semiconductors

Apple unveils two new iPads, including new iPad Air

Apple unveils new iPad Air and 8th generation iPad featuring improved displays, powerful chips, and new colours.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Sep 2020
Apple unveils iPadOS 14, with redesigns for Siri, Search, widgets and more
Software Updates

Apple unveils iPadOS 14, with redesigns for Siri, Search, widgets and more

Apple unveils new features, designs, and tools for iPadOS 14, including redesigned Search, Siri interactions, and incoming calls.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
Hands-on Review: iPad Pro 2020
Gaming

Hands-on Review: iPad Pro 2020

Armed with the new iPad OS update, a new chip and the Magic keyboard, does this year's iPad actually have what it takes to replace a MacBook?.

By Lama Farhat • 6 min read • Wed, 3rd Jun 2020
Apple's classroom productivity apps receive major update
eLearning

Apple's classroom productivity apps receive major update

The Classwork and Classroom apps have received major updates, with new features and designs implemented as remote learning persists amid COVID-19.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Thu, 28th May 2020
Apple's new iPad Pro features LiDAR tech for immersive AR
AR, VR & Metaverse

Apple's new iPad Pro features LiDAR tech for immersive AR

Apple's latest iPad Pro introduces state-of-the-art LiDAR technology for enhanced AR, dual cameras, and studio-quality microphones starting at NZ$1,499.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Mar 2020
Hands-on Review: The 10.2' Apple iPad (Seventh Generation)
Gaming

Hands-on Review: The 10.2' Apple iPad (Seventh Generation)

Apple's 10.2 iPad (7th Gen) impresses with its versatility and performance, proving to be a powerful tool for both professionals and students alike.

By Owen McCarthy • 5 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2019
Apple welcomes the seventh-generation iPad
Apple

Apple welcomes the seventh-generation iPad

Apple seems to be tweaking bits and pieces without coming up with anything radically different – except that it was built to fit with Apple's iPadOS system.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2019
Hands-on Review: The middle-of-the-road 2019 iPad Air
Gaming

Hands-on Review: The middle-of-the-road 2019 iPad Air

Apple's 2019 iPad Air falls squarely in the middle of the workhorse iPad Pro and the entry-level iPad in terms of price point and specification.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2019
New iPadOS powers unique experiences designed for iPad
iOS

New iPadOS powers unique experiences designed for iPad

Apple unveils iPadOS with unique features to harness iPad's large display and versatility, enhancing multitasking, home screen, and Apple Pencil use.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2019
Hands-on Review: The Apple iPad Pro, five months on
Gaming

Hands-on Review: The Apple iPad Pro, five months on

Apple claimed that the new iPad Pro is faster than 92% of portable PCs on the market. I was surprised when I found that to be true.

By Lama Farhat • 5 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2019
Apple launches revamped iPad Air & iPad mini
Apple

Apple launches revamped iPad Air & iPad mini

Apple unveils upgraded iPad Air with 10.5-inch display and iPad mini featuring A12 Bionic chip, promising significant performance boosts and enhanced graphics.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2019