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Chipworks continues examination of A7 processor, finds new architecture, quad-core GPU

There’s some cool stuff going on with the iPhone 5s’ new A7 processor. Per an analysis published by Chipworks, the A7 contains assorted changes from the previous A6 processor, including the addition of a mysterious SRAM cell never seen in A-series silicon. Continuing its comprehensive investigation of the new A7 SoC, which on Tuesday confirmed […]

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Rumor: Apple to release next-gen, Retina Display iPad mini in 2013

The next-gen iPad mini could be that much spiffier as well as arrive with a Retina Display screen. Per CNYes and Macotakara, Apple is reportedly planning to ship 55 million iPad mini units in calendar 2013. But Apple has also reportedly cut its shipment projections for its full-size 9.7-inch iPad, the report said, from 60 […]

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128 gigabyte fourth-gen iPad now available for purchase

You know that enormous fourth-gen iPad you’ve been hankering for? It’s here. Per AppleInsider, Apple on Tuesday updated its online store to reflect availability of the new high-capacity 128-gigabyte iPad with Retina display. The new high-end iPad model retails for US$799 for the Wi-Fi-only model, or US$929 with cellular connectivity. It’s available in both black […]

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Apple releases fourth-gen 128 gigabyte Retina Display iPad

This came out of nowhere, but it’s appreciated. Following up on a series of software updates, Apple on Tuesday announced it has launched a new 128-gigabyte model of the fourth-generation iPad with Retina display, doubling the previous maximum capacity offered. The 128-gigabyte version of the fourth-generation iPad are available starting Tuesday, Feb. 5 in black […]

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TSMC to replace Samsung as A6X chip manufacturer for upcoming iPad devices

The company may not have the prettiest logo in the world, but they DO have a killer Apple contract that a lot of people in their industry would love to have. Per channelnewsasia.com, after years of rumors, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. is said to finally begin trial production of A6X chips for Apple’s fourth-generation iPad […]