Digitimes is reporting that there will be two new iPad models launched this year. When they say two models, they don't just mean black and white or 3G vs non-3G. They actually mean that a second and cheaper iPad will be launched to target the mid-range price of $299. The main difference will be that the high-end model which is priced around that of the current iPad 2 will have a higher resolution screen. Both the high-end and mid-range models will use the Apple A6 processor.
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A video released by HP, or leaked we should say, reveals that the company could be about to launch a new ultrabook. Not much of the ultrabook is seen in the video (embedded below) with the image below showing one of the best shots of the device. What we do see is an extremely thin looking device that looks very sleek.
60beat has launched a new games controller for iOS devices. The controller is called GamePad and is unique in that it uses the headphone port of any iOS device to function. As it uses a 3.5mm jack, all power is provided by the iPhone, iPad or iPod touch meaning that no charging/batteries are needed.
Facebook released Timeline to all desktop users in the middle of December. A few days later the universal iPhone/iPad app for Facebook was updated although Timeline was only given to iPhone users on this app update.
We now hear that by the end of January another update will happen which will allow iPad users to be able to use Timeline via the Facebook app.
Evernote has just released Skitch for the iPad.
What is Skitch?
Skitch is the amazingly fun and surprisingly powerful way to move your ideas and projects forward using fewer words. With Skitch, annotate and draw on just about anything that you see, whether it’s a new or existing photo, a webpage, screenshot, map, or a blank canvas. Then, share your work with friends, colleagues or save it all to Evernote. It couldn’t be simpler.
Apple could be planning to launch a smaller iPad in time for Christmas 2012. This new iPad would follow along from the iPad 3 that is expected in April. The difference will be the screensize of 7.85 inches as opposed to the regular 9.7 inch iPad screen we see on the yearly generation changes.
A report today indicates that Apple could be in the process of creating a new MacBook Pro for 2012. This is pretty much a given although we hear that this new range of MacBook Pros will have higher resolutions of up to 2880x1800 pixels.
Microsoft [MSFT] has launched an update for OneNote on iOS devices. Before the latest update (version 1.3) the app had been restricted for use on the iPhone and iPod touch. The new update now brings OneNote to the iPad although the app isn't universal which means you'll need to install the iPad version for the iPad, rather than the same version for both devices.
Samsung has unveiled a new Ultrabook called the Samsung Series 5. The new ultrabook comes in a couple of different packages which includes a 13 inch model and a 14 inch model. The chassis of the Series 5 measures 14.9mm thin.
Next year, iPad users could be getting a mobile version of Microsoft Office. A report today indicates that Microsoft is working on the main office applications and when ready, they will be made available to iPad owners.
The new Office Suite for iPad is believed to be a cut down version that lets you edit data and likely do similar edits found in apps like Office2HD.
Epic Games has given another look in to Infinity Blade 2 for the iPad. The new version of the game is getting ready for launch soon and because of the new CPU and GPU in the iPad 2 and iPhone 4S, the visuals look stunning.
A new Chromebook has been launched by Samsung. The new device is the WiFi only version of the Series 5 Chromebook.
