In 2018, Apple launched a 9.7-inch iPad equipped with the A10 Fusion chip and equipped with Apple Pencil, with capacities of 32GB and 128GB available. The cheapest 32GB WiFi version is priced at 10,900 yuan in Taiwan. (Image source/Apple)
Apple iPhone and iPad tablet users will usher in the new generation of iOS 18 system and iPadOS 18 system version upgrade this year. Bloomberg recently broke the news that to keep up with the trend of AI generative technology, Apple will fully introduce AI technology in the new generation iOS 18 system, which is regarded as the most upgraded version in the history of iOS systems. In terms of the list of models that support the upgrade, it is reported that all iPhone models compatible with the iOS 17 system are expected to be successfully upgraded to the iOS 18 system by then, covering the second generation iPhone SE, iPhone XS series, iPhone XR and subsequent models. payment.
Regarding iPad tablet devices, what will be the focus of upgrading this year’s new generation iPadOS 18 system? So far, the relevant news is still limited.
Comprehensive foreign mediaiMore、Gadgetmates Compiled rumors indicate that the new iPadOS 18 system is expected to follow the main axis of the iOS 18 system, with the introduction of generative AI artificial intelligence technology as the core, and to enhance the performance of productivity tasks such as “multitasking” on the iPad.
As for the specific functions of the new iPadOS 18 system, foreign media estimate that there are at least three major revision points, which are mainly borrowed from last year’s iOS 17 system and this year’s iOS 18 system.
Among the three major new features that the new generation iPadOS 18 system will receive, one of the most popular ones by foreign media is the “Log” App (released in iOS 17.2). This year, it is expected to be expanded to the iPadOS 18 system. This allows you to easily record every moment of your life, thoughts and inspirations on your iPad, and you can add photos, videos or audio to the diary content. The second is an evolved version of Siri voice-controlled assistant that combines AI functions. In addition to the new generation of iOS 18, it is also expected to be adopted by iPadOS 18 simultaneously.
Thirdly, in the “Lock Screen” and “Home Screen Search Function” sections, it will bring greater freedom in customizing control methods and more diversified interactive gadgets to the iPad, and further enhance the main screen. Screen search information.
It is worth noting that with the arrival of this year’s new iPadOS 18 system upgrade, four older iPad models that have been on the market for more than five years will likely face the fate of being eliminated.
According to foreign mediaMacRumors The latest news we have learned is that the old iPad tablets that are most likely to be excluded from the list of supported upgrades this year. The four old iPad models that are expected to miss the upgrade include: the first-generation 10.5-inch model in 2017 equipped with the A10X Fusion chip. With the 12.9-inch iPad Pro series, as well as the sixth-generation iPad launched in 2018 and equipped with the A10 Fusion chip, the seventh-generation iPad launched in 2019.
If the rumors are true, it can be expected that this year’s new version of iPadOS 18 system, the tablet models that are eligible for upgrade are expected to be as follows:
●iPad Pro: 2018 and later models;
●iPad Air: 2019 and later models;
●iPad mini: 2019 and subsequent models;
●iPad: 2020 and later models.
According to past practice, Apple will first release the latest system versions such as the new generation iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 at the WWDC Developer Conference in June, and will also disclose the list of supported models. The official version is expected to be released between September and October in the fall. Released to iPhone and iPad users.
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