“In an Oct. 6 research note, Ticonderoga Securities analyst Brian White reports that Apple is developing a smaller version of its uber-popular iPad and suggests that sales numbers of the original iPad could reach 45 million in 2011,” Elizabeth Woyke reports for Forbes.
“White, who is New York-based but currently in China and Taiwan conducting research, did not identify his Asia-based contact, but noted that the person’s employer supplies components used in the iPad,” Woyke reports. “The contact, says White, shipped more than 6 million parts to Apple during the third quarter of the year and expects to ship 7 million more in the fourth quarter.”
“Since Apple uses one unit of this particular component in each iPad, that adds up to shipments of 13 million iPads in the second half of 2010,” Woyke reports. “For 2011, the contact believes Apple will sell as many as 45 million iPads, adds White.”
Woyke reports, “White’s report contained a few other surprises, including some details about the next iteration of the iPad. His source believes the gadget will debut in the first quarter of 2011… White’s contact says the second-generation iPad will be smaller, with a screen that measures about seven inches, compared to the first iPad’s 9.7-inch screen. The new iPad will also include the high-resolution “Retina” display that the latest version of the iPhone (4) boasts, a micro or mini USB port, a camera and greater capacity of up to 128 gigabytes.”
Full article here.
MacDailyNews Take: If a 7-inch iPad is coming, we would expect it to be an addition to what would then become the iPad family, not a replacement for the 9.7-inch model which, of course, would be in line for upgrades. Think FaceTime capability, meaning at least one camera.
[Thanks to MacDailyNews Reader “Fred Mertz” for the heads up.]
read another article that analyzed all the information that White provided and they say it’s all guestimation and bogus. I think their analysis is correct, for example they wrote:
Our sources say, first Apple will not replace 9.7-inch model with 7-inch model, second generation iPad will come in two screen sizes. Second, Apple will not use micro or mini USB, as they will continue using dock connector, which has been adopted by many accessory makers. Third and last point, Retina display is not coming to the iPad. Even for a 7-inch screen, it very difficult to get 300 pixels per inch.
Link to the article is:
http://techztalk.com/techwebsite/10-06-10-smaller-7-inch-ipad-model-coming-in-q1-2011
I”m buying 21 iPads next spring for a small hotel, along with 55 ATV. I could/would go with a 7″ version if it was a better price point
I”m buying 21 iPads next spring for a small hotel, along with 55 ATV. I could/would go with a 7″ version if it was a better price point
Is Steve Jobs Santa Clause? Because I want to put my wish list in with all these analyst.
Is Steve Jobs Santa Clause? Because I want to put my wish list in with all these analyst.
I’m with MDN on this one, I expect over next couple years to see various size new iPads both smaller and larger than the current one. Unlike laptops, and partly because of increased “cloud” over local file system orientation, I think people will see tablets as items you can and should (if you can afford to) own several of, using each for specific functions. I want a 6-7″ iPad, 1/4 as thick as current one, with 5 hour battery and retina display for reading/ video while commuting; the current size for general purpose use at home; AND a larger one for watching video w/ others, presentations, gaming, creating content, etc. I would probably accumulate all 3 and use interchangeably since each would access mostly streaming, my iTunes account, and my iDisk. Why sell each person one iPad when you can sell them each two or three!
I’m with MDN on this one, I expect over next couple years to see various size new iPads both smaller and larger than the current one. Unlike laptops, and partly because of increased “cloud” over local file system orientation, I think people will see tablets as items you can and should (if you can afford to) own several of, using each for specific functions. I want a 6-7″ iPad, 1/4 as thick as current one, with 5 hour battery and retina display for reading/ video while commuting; the current size for general purpose use at home; AND a larger one for watching video w/ others, presentations, gaming, creating content, etc. I would probably accumulate all 3 and use interchangeably since each would access mostly streaming, my iTunes account, and my iDisk. Why sell each person one iPad when you can sell them each two or three!
A 7″ iPad would fit in nicely then you would have a choice of the ipod Touch, 7″ iPad, or the 9.7″ iPad. This would fit into Apples marketing scheme with having 3 levels of a product to choose from.
A 7″ iPad would fit in nicely then you would have a choice of the ipod Touch, 7″ iPad, or the 9.7″ iPad. This would fit into Apples marketing scheme with having 3 levels of a product to choose from.
I agree that it might make sense to have more than one model eventually. If Apple does do it, they’ll go all in. As many bloggers have pointed out, the iPod touch has no competition. This is probably achieved because of Apple’s ability to make large orders (and thus undercut the prices of the competition), but is that all to the story?
I agree that it might make sense to have more than one model eventually. If Apple does do it, they’ll go all in. As many bloggers have pointed out, the iPod touch has no competition. This is probably achieved because of Apple’s ability to make large orders (and thus undercut the prices of the competition), but is that all to the story?
can’t believe I’m the first…
Will they call it the mini-pad?
<rimshot!>
can’t believe I’m the first…
Will they call it the mini-pad?
<rimshot!>
I want Apple and Alpine to team up for something great for the automobile.
I want Apple and Alpine to team up for something great for the automobile.
I dunno, I just can’t see how Apple can improve on the current iPad, for me it’s about as perfect a mobile computing device as it gets. I certainly wouldn’t want it any smaller, but it’s already plenty big enough to handle most any mobile computing situation. It just doesn’t make any sense to have a smaller iPad, the current version is already at an optimal size, ergonomically.
In fact, it’s hard for me to imagine how Apple can improve on the iPad at all after the new iOS update comes out. About the only thing I still wish for is multi-tasking, and this will be covered soon. Otherwise the device is nothing less than phenomenal. What’s amazing is that Apple did this on the first try… it will be very, very hard for them to improve on it, at least in the short term.
I dunno, I just can’t see how Apple can improve on the current iPad, for me it’s about as perfect a mobile computing device as it gets. I certainly wouldn’t want it any smaller, but it’s already plenty big enough to handle most any mobile computing situation. It just doesn’t make any sense to have a smaller iPad, the current version is already at an optimal size, ergonomically.
In fact, it’s hard for me to imagine how Apple can improve on the iPad at all after the new iOS update comes out. About the only thing I still wish for is multi-tasking, and this will be covered soon. Otherwise the device is nothing less than phenomenal. What’s amazing is that Apple did this on the first try… it will be very, very hard for them to improve on it, at least in the short term.
Like John Gruber said.. the problem with the 7 inch model is it effectively increases the pixel count by 1.5X which leads to jaggies.
The beauty of the iPad size is that it’s 2X… clean doubling of AppStore App resolutions.
I agree a 7inch and a 10inch(current) model makes sense, but the Resolution problem would advise against bringing a 7inch to market, becuase the screen would look ugly. Never mind the potentially screwed up controls (eg. shrinking the iPad Apps changes the way you hold the device vis a vis the controller, etc.
Like John Gruber said.. the problem with the 7 inch model is it effectively increases the pixel count by 1.5X which leads to jaggies.
The beauty of the iPad size is that it’s 2X… clean doubling of AppStore App resolutions.
I agree a 7inch and a 10inch(current) model makes sense, but the Resolution problem would advise against bringing a 7inch to market, becuase the screen would look ugly. Never mind the potentially screwed up controls (eg. shrinking the iPad Apps changes the way you hold the device vis a vis the controller, etc.
Rumour is about some other company and not Apple. Recall other erroneous rumours.
Rumour is about some other company and not Apple. Recall other erroneous rumours.
I’m not sure about a 7″ full iPad, but I could see a lighter smaller device to compete with the kindle for primarily reading only. Price it at $99 and I’ll buy one tomorrow. I love my iPad and even read on it alot, but for just light reading on the go, the iPad is a little bulky to take a long and a little heavy on the wrist. I’ve been considering getting an ereader like the kindle to take to work and such.
I’m not sure about a 7″ full iPad, but I could see a lighter smaller device to compete with the kindle for primarily reading only. Price it at $99 and I’ll buy one tomorrow. I love my iPad and even read on it alot, but for just light reading on the go, the iPad is a little bulky to take a long and a little heavy on the wrist. I’ve been considering getting an ereader like the kindle to take to work and such.
USB port is great, the camera is not of great use.
But what will be the price
USB port is great, the camera is not of great use.
But what will be the price