iPhone 7 To Ditch Ugly Antenna Bands, Rumored Again To Be Waterproof

Speculation regarding the “iPhone 7″ – or whatever Apple chooses to call it – is already rife even though it’s likely going to be another eight or nine months until Apple officially unveils it. After all, the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus have only been in our lives since October. As we approach the beginning of 2016, the latest speculation coming out of Taiwan echoes previous waterproof-related rumors, and goes one step further by suggesting that Apple’s next iPhone could sport some new antenna-centric technology.

The news regarding this latest speculative features that could potentially ship with Apple’s next-generation iPhone focuses on the supplier of the chassis for the smartphone and the benefits that the particular choice will bring to the consumer. Specifically, it suggests that Catcher Technology will be responsible for the external casing of the iPhone 7 when it goes into mass production.

The external chassis that will be used for the next iPhone is said to offer full waterproof capabilities, which is something that has been widely discussed ever since the launch of the current flagship model iPhones. The casing is also said to be built with new technologies that will assist in entirely concealing the visible antenna that is integrated into the device. We’ve heard rumors in the past which suggested that Apple has invented its own new form of metal alloy for the casing of the next iPhone to negate the need for those plastic bands that we currently have on the back of the iPhone 6 and 6s series. Catcher Technology’s “new compound materials” could be the key to that development.

The possibilities of seeing the antenna of the iPhone actually built into the device’s casing, and having that external case manufactured from a new type of “non-metal” material would provide a number of benefits for Apple. Firstly, it could finally market the device as being officially waterproof, but it could also significantly reduce costs involved in manufacturing as it would mean a move away from the 7000 series aluminum that was implemented into the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus for structural stability reasons.

As we move closer to an actual reveal it’s likely that we’ll learn a lot more about the materials used in the manufacturing process of the next iPhone. For now, this is purely speculation with no mention of the actual source behind the rumor, but it’s definitely not a suggestion that is beyond possibility.

(Source: DigiTimes)

iPhone 6c To Sport Larger Battery Than iPhone 5s And 2GB Of RAM

A lot of the conjecture at the time of the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus release actually suggested that the “iPhone 6c” – or whatever naming convention Apple chooses to go with – would ship alongside the current flagship models. Obviously that didn’t happen. The rumors however don’t seem to want to subside, with the latest rumor focusing on the internal battery capacity of the purported device as well as the amount of on-board RAM.

The latest set of suggestions that have made it into the public domain are reportedly coming courtesy of a set of unnamed sources said to have immediate connections to Foxconn, Apple’s main manufacturing partner in China. Those sources are suggesting that Apple’s budget iPhone will ship with the same 4-inch Retina HD display found in the likes of the iPhone 5s and the iPhone 5c, but will hugely differentiate itself from those models thanks to its internal specification. One of those upgrades is said to come in the form of a 1642 mAh capacity battery, an upgrade from the iPhone 5s’ 1570 mAh offering.

The report is also suggesting that Apple has found the sweet spot for RAM in iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus. The rumored 4-inch device may be intended for emerging markets and those users who simply don’t want the large-screen models, but Apple looks all set to ship the hardware with 2GB RAM. That RAM will likely be accompanied by Apple’s 64-bit A9 processor, same as iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus.

We’ve already been privy to a number of reports from prominent analysts that have suggested would-be consumers can look forward to Touch ID and Apple Pay capabilities with this particular device, as well as a potential release in early 2016. This latest report is echoing part of those sentiments by suggesting that Apple could look to put the device into mass production as early as January 2016. That could fall in line nicely with a speculated March Apple media event.

(Source: MyDrivers [Google Translate])

Download Older Versions Of iOS Apps By Tricking iTunes, Here’s How [Video Tutorial]

How To Post & View Live Photos On Facebook

As you might know by now, Facebook has started to roll out Live Photos support for iOS users, with the feature set to be live for everyone by 2016. If you’re lucky enough to have access to the feature right now though, you’re going to need to know just how you can take advantage of it, whether you’re posting Live Photos for everyone to see, or viewing those posted by others.

Here we’re going to walk you through the steps needed to do both; post and view Live Photos on Facebook for iOS. However, even if you haven’t already gained access to Live Photos support in Facebook, you may want to save this for the occasion when the feature ultimately rolls out to your iPhone or iPad.

It’s important to note here that you will be able to view these Live Photos only on an iOS 9-powered non-3D Touch iPhone or iPad. For everyone else, they will be shown as normal static photos. Also, posting a Live Photo will require an iPhone 6s or an iPhone 6s Plus.

How to post Live Photos to Facebook:

Step 1: Launch the Facebook app on your iPhone 6s or iPhone 6s Plus.

Step 2: Tap the Camera button located next to “What’s on your mind?”.

Step 3: Now tap Photo/Video.

Step 4: From the Camera Roll, simply select the Live Photo(s) of your choice and hit the Donebutton to proceed.

Step 5: Now, make sure you tap on the LIVE label located on the bottom of the photo if you want the Live Photo to be posted to Facebook as such, otherwise a still image will be posted instead.

Step 6: Now add a description or message if you would like, and hit the Post button to upload your first Live Photo to the world’s largest social networking platform.

How to view Live Photos on Facebook:

Keep an eye out for images on Facebook with the Live Photos icon on them. When you see one, you need to do one of two things depending on the device you are using:

• If you’re using an iPhone 6s/iPhone 6s Plus then 3D Touch on the image to see the Live Photo.
• If you’re using any other iOS 9 device, then tap and hold on the image to see the Live Photo.

As mentioned earlier, these Live Photos can only be viewed in Facebook app for iOS right now on devices that are running iOS 9 and later. On any other platform, you will get to only see still image version of the Live Photo.

Remember though, not everyone has access to Live Photos feature on Facebook just yet. If you don’t have access to the feature right now, hang tight, it’s coming.

Meet The ‘iPhone 7 Edge’ [Concept Video]

It really doesn’t matter just how much time, energy, and resources are assigned by manufacturers into the design and development of cutting-edge smartphones as there’s always going to be the odd consumer here and there who imagines something entirely different. Each year we see a number of videos and static images that showcase what a possible next-generation Apple iPhone could look like. This year is no different as we run up to Christmas, with the latest concept for Apple’s 2016 flagship dubbed “iPhone 7 Edge”.

The first thing that immediately grabs your attention is that edge-to-edge display with no bezels on the sides. Featuring a 5.5-inch multi-touch 2K display, it extends to the edge of the casing with a slight curve.

The concept also assumes an 8-megapixel forward-facing “selfie” camera, which is an improvement over the current 5-megapixel offering. The back of the concept iPhone has a 16-megapixel camera module that is kept in place with a cylindrical black placeholder with integrated flash – and well it does not protrude out of the casing. The iconic Apple logo of course still makes an appearance on the back and right in the center of the casing. There are no specific dimensions given for the physical structure of this concept, but purely by looking at what’s being imagined here, it seems that this new “iPhone 7 Edge” is noticeably thinner and lighter than Apple’s current flagship models; iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus.

The concept is imagined running iOS 10 and is powered by Apple’s A10 processor accompanied by a whopping 4GB of RAM. As we all know, Apple prefers to get the best performance out of a marriage between hardware and software rather than chucking in additional RAM, so it’s unlikely we will see the next iPhone shipping with double the RAM of the current iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus.

The entire setup is shown to sport a massive 3,500mAh battery as well, and given the thinner profile of this concept compared to iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, it kind of looks impossible for a phone this thin to feature such a large battery.

The only good thing to take away from this concept is the edge-to-edge display and the surround stereo speakers setup. Whether Apple will actually implement any of these is another story altogether. But one can always hope, and imagine.

Check out the videos by SCAVidsHD and ConceptsiPhone for yourself and see what you think.

iPhone 7 Edge Trailer

iPhone 7 Edge Hands On

iPhone 7 Edge Review?

Holiday Gift Guide 2015: Last Minute Gifts

The holidays are nearly here! If you still haven't picked up a gift for that special someone, here are some last minute gift ideas.

The easiest way to get these items is with an Amazon Prime membership. If you don't already have one, you can get a 30 day free trial here.

Gifts $50 and Under:
iHome Control Smart Plug
Compatible/works with Apple HomeKit and Siri to turn on lights, music and other products with a single command
$36.26

BUY

H2oVibe Rain Showerhead With Bluetooth Speaker
Enjoy an ultra-wide & powerful drenching rain shower while listening to your favorite music
$42.00

BUY

Amazon Fire TV Stick
Fire TV Stick connects to your TV's HDMI port. It's an easy way to enjoy over 250,000 TV episodes and movies on Netflix, Amazon Video, etc
$39.99

BUY

Microsoft Universal Mobile Keyboard
Work on your smartphone or tablet-the Universal Mobile Keyboard was designed to work with iPad, iPhone, Android devices, and Windows tablets.
$39.99

BUY

Tile (Gen 2) - Phone Finder. Key Finder. Item Finder.
Tile is a tiny Bluetooth tracker and easy-to-use app that finds your phone, keys, and anything you don't want to lose-in seconds.
$24.99

BUY

Trianium Atomic S iPhone 6S Battery Case
The powerful 3100mAh Li-polymer rechargeable battery can effectively provide 100%+ extra battery life to your iPhone 6/6S
$35.99

BUY

Gifts $50 to $100:
Nest Protect Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Nest Protect has been redesigned from the inside out. It has an industrial-grade smoke sensor, can be hushed from your phone, tests itself automatically, and lasts up to 10 years.
$99.99

BUY

Automatic Connected Car Adapter
The Automatic adapter plugs into just about any car to unlock the data hidden in your car’s onboard computer to diagnose engine problems, display trip logs and mileage, and even call for help in a crash. 
$79.99

BUY

Elgato Eve Room
Wireless indoor sensor that senses air quality, temperature and can improve your overall comfort. HomeKit (Siri) compatible. 
$74.99

BUY

Kindle 6" E-Reader
The popular e-reader with touchscreen reads just like a printed page and you'll even be able to read for weeks on just a single charge.
$79.99

BUY

Beats Upbeats Wired Headset
The new color urBeats collection are earphones designed for music lovers who don't sacrifice style for sound.
$89.90

BUY

JAM Wireless Light Show Speaker
Bluetooth speaker with light show feature that lets you choose 36 led light pattern that sync with your music
$69.99

BUY

INSTEON Central Controller Hub
The Insteon Hub gives you control over a huge family of connected devices, all from your smartphone
$76.99

BUY

Lifeproof FRE iPhone 6/6s Waterproof Case
Compatible with BOTH iphone 6 and iPhone 6s.
$70.79

BUY

Gifts $100 to $250:
Beats Pill+ Speaker
Beats Pill+ is designed to go wherever you do and fill the room with a rich, clear sound
$199.99

BUY

Fitbit Charge HR Wireless Activity Wristband
Get continuous, automatic, wrist-based heart rate and simplified heart rate zones
$149.97

BUY

SONOS PLAY:1
Start with one, add more over time to fill your home with music
$194.99

BUY

GoPro HERO4 Session
Smallest, lightest GoPro yet
$199.99

BUY

Jaybird X2 Sport Wireless Bluetooth Headphones
Premium Bluetooth Wireless Music + Calls With Complete Remote Control
$139.50

BUY

Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance Bulb Starter Kit 
Works with HomeKit for Apple iPhone integration
$199.99

BUY

Gifts $250 and Up:
Apple Watch
Retina display with Force Touch; Splash and Water resistant
$300+

BUY

Arlo Smart Home Security Camera System
Works with HomeKit for Apple iPhone integration
$180+

BUY

GoPro HERO4 BLACK 4K Action Camera
The most advanced GoPro ever
$439.99

BUY

Swagway X1 Hands-free Smart Board
Features zero degree turning and can climb up to a 15 degree inclines
$399.99

BUY

SONOS PLAY:3 Smart Speaker 
Three custom-designed drivers with dedicated amplifiers.
$299.99

BUY

Ricoh Theta M15 360 Degree Spherical Panorama Camera
Takes 360 Degree Spherical Panorama images
$259.93

BUY

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China Mobile Roadmap Claims 4-inch iPhone Coming in April 2016

China Mobile recently held an event where it may have accidentally leaked the rumored 4-inch iPhone model. China Mobile's roadmap states the 4-inch iPhone would be released in April 2016 and cost approximately 3200 Chinese Yuan (or about $500). 

The 4-inch iPhone has been rumored forsometime now and with Apple's reportedMarch 2016 event, it is possible we would see the device revealed there.

Today's report from MyDrivers (via MacRumors) does refer to the 4-inch iPhone as the 'iPhone 7c,' but Apple is unlikely to use that name since the iPhone 7 has yet to launch. Previous reports have referred to Apple's upcoming 4-inch iPhone as the 'iPhone 6c' and that remains a more likely name for the device. 

The iPhone 6c is rumored to feature an aluminum enclosure (either similar to iPhone 5s or iPhone 6), the same curved glass used in the iPhone 6 and possibly an A9 processor. We would expect Apple to equip the device with Touch ID, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and more. 

iPad Air 3 Releasing In Early 2016, Won’t Feature 3D Touch

Prominent analyst Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities is at it again with yet another Apple-related prediction for the next calendar year. After issuing a number of research notes pertaining to the rumored 4-inch “iPhone 6c“, Kuo is back once again, this time making predictions about Apple’s plan for the iPad Air 3 as well as the technology that could ship with the company’s iPhone 7 during 2016.

The latest research note to come from Kuo and KGI Securities immediately jumps into the discussion of the iPad Air 3. With the iPad Air 2 being outshone by the introduction of the 12.9-inch iPad Pro, Kuo believes that the time is nearly upon us for an introduction of Apple’s next iPad Air. In fact, the analyst is predicting that the hardware could be unveiled as early as March 2016 during Apple’s rumored media event. The note also suggests that any new iPad that’s introduced will be offered to the public without adopting the 3D Touch technology that’s found within the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus, citing difficulties with Apple’s supply chain partners.

That same March event is where Apple is also supposedly planning on introducing the aforementioned 4-inch “iPhone 6c” as well as the second-generation Apple Watch. If true, the Apple Watch announcement would be pretty much exactly twelve months after the first iteration was introduced earlier this year alongside the 12-inch Retina MacBook. The KGI Securities research note also extends beyond speculating about the iPad Air 3 to discuss the potential of the next-generation iPhone.

As expected, the iPhone 7 is expected to be announced during the month of September in 2016, with a potential public availability occurring in October after an initial pre-order spell. Kuo is also predicting that said iPhone will ship with 3D Touch integration that is pretty much identical to what consumers currently have on the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus. This would involve a manufacturing process similar to how the current flagship iPhone is produced, as well as the same set of features such as Peek and Pop and the Quick Actions contextual menus that are available via app icons.

Kuo has a fairly impressive history of predicting what Apple will do via his research notes. What will be interesting is seeing what rumors start filtering through about unlocking additional 3D Touch features via the introduction of iOS 10, which will be introduced at WWDC in June of 2016.

Apple’s Lightning To SD Card Camera Reader Supports USB 3.0 On iPad Pro, iPhones With iOS 9.2

Apple is really on a roll today with hardware and software releases left and right. We’re so used to having the Cupertino-based company hold big press events and make a song and dance about product releases that when new accessories are released they almost slip under the radar. Apple’s first official iPhone 6s / 6 Smart Battery Case which was released earlier today now has some company in the form of a new and improved Lightning to SD Card Camera Reader that comes with some additional benefits for those with an iPad Pro, as well as support for iPhones as long as they are running the latest released iOS 9.2, or over.

Unlike Apple’s first foray into battery packing cases for the iPhone, this new Lighting to SD Card Camera Reader isn’t entirely a new product. It represents more of a continuation of an existing accessory line that was initially introduced to be an iPad-specific piece of kit. In fact, not only is the little piece of equipment carrying the same name as the accessory that preceded it, but it also has the exact same visuals and pricing point. With that said, it does come with one distinct difference; it now supports the faster USB 3.0 transfer speeds, meaning that it will greatly appeal to iPad Pro users because iPad Pro supports USB 3.0 speeds through its Lightning port.

The functionality offered by the reader is also fairly identical to the product that it replaces in Apple’s accessory lineup. Usage of the hardware affords owners with the ability to read and import photos and videos loaded onto a compatible SD card directly from the card onto a connected iPad tablet. iPad owners can then view and edit the files directly before choosing to save them or apply the changes directly back to the SD card housed in the handy little reader. The accessory itself may not immediately seem like it would appeal to the masses, but for those who own the new iPad Pro, as well as the Apple Pencil, having an accessory of this nature supporting the faster data speeds can significantly improve productivity when it matters.

Apple is also keen to stress that those owning an older iPad model other than the iPad Pro would not benefit from the improved data transfer speeds found within. Purely because they don’t have an upgraded Lightning port that ships with the iPad Pro with USB 3.0 support. The new Lighting to SD Card Camera Reader carries the model number MJYT2AM/A, while the model number for the older accessory which was released back in 2012, is MD822ZM/A.

That said, the adapter is compatible with all iOS devices sporting the Lightning port, including the iPhones, meaning you can import videos and photos to your iPhone via USB using this accessory. This was something which was not possible with previous iteration of this accessory. To use Lightning to SD Card Camera Reader with an iPhone, you will need to update to the latest iOS 9.2 firmware.

The adapter is available from Apple right now for $29.

Apple Releases OS X El Capitan 10.11.2 [Download]

Apple has released OS X El Capitan 10.11.2 for download.

OS X El Capitan, the latest version of the Mac operating system, builds on the groundbreaking features and beautiful design introduced in OS X Yosemite, refining the experience and improving performance in lots of ways that you’ll enjoy everyday. 

What's New In This Version:
The OS X El Capitan 10.11.2 update improves the stability, compatibility, and security of your Mac. 

This update:
• Improves Wi-Fi reliability
• Improves the reliability of Handoff and AirDrop
• Fixes an issue that may cause Bluetooth devices to disconnect
• Fixes an issue that prevented Mail from deleting messages in an offline Exchange account
• Fixes an issue that prevented importing photos from an iPhone to a Mac using a USB cable
• Improves iCloud Photo Sharing for Live Photos

You can download OS X El Capitan from the App Store for free.

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Apple Releases iOS 9.2 With Mail Drop, Apple Music Improvements, More [Download]

Final version of iOS 9.2 download links (IPSW and OTA) are now live for supported iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices. Here’s what is new and how to update your device to iOS 9.2 right now.

Full official changelog of iOS 9.2 is as follows:

For those of you who are jailbroken on iOS 9.0-9.0.2, it is important to note that just like iOS 9.1, the just released iOS 9.2 is not jailbreakable either. If you are on iOS 9.0 to 9.0.2 and care about jailbreaking, DO NOT update to iOS 9.2 yet. If you are on iOS 9.1 though, it is probably best to update iOS 9.2.

To update to iOS 9.2, you can either do it using Apple’s Over-The-Air (OTA) update mechanism by navigating to Settings > General > Software Update on your device and updating from there, or restore/update using iTunes. You can find direct download links to IPSW files for all iOS 9.2-supported iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices below.

iOS 9.2 download IPSW links:

• iPad Pro (WiFi)
• iPad Pro (Cellular)
• iPad Air 2 (6th generation WiFi)
• iPad Air 2 (6th generation Cellular)
• iPad Air (5th generation Cellular)
• iPad Air (5th generation WiFi)
• iPad Air (5th generation China)
• iPad (4th generation CDMA)
• iPad (4th generation GSM)
• iPad (4th generation WiFi)
• iPad mini (CDMA)
• iPad mini (GSM)
• iPad mini (WiFi)
• iPad mini 2 (Cellular)
• iPad mini 2 (WiFi)
• iPad mini 2 (China)
• iPad mini 3 (China)
• iPad mini 3 (WiFi)
• iPad mini 3 (Cellular)
• iPad mini 4 (WiFi)
• iPad mini 4 (Cellular)
• iPad 3 Wi-Fi (3rd generation)
• iPad 3 Wi-Fi + Cellular (GSM)
• iPad 3 Wi-Fi + Cellular (CDMA)
• iPad 2 Wi-Fi (Rev A)
• iPad 2 Wi-Fi
• iPad 2 Wi-Fi + 3G (GSM)
• iPad 2 Wi-Fi + 3G (CDMA)
• iPhone 5 (CDMA)
• iPhone 5 (GSM)
• iPhone 5c (CDMA)
• iPhone 5c (GSM)
• iPhone 5s (CDMA)
• iPhone 5s (GSM)
• iPhone 6
• iPhone 6 Plus
• iPhone 6s
• iPhone 6s Plus
• iPhone 4s
• iPod touch (5th-generation)
• iPod touch (6th-generation)

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Official iPhone 6s / 6 Smart Battery Case Launched By Apple, Increases Battery Time To 25 Hours

Apple has added to its line of dedicated iPhone 6 and iPhone 6s accessories by blindsiding us all with the release of a battery case for the flagship device. The release of the product comes entirely out of the blue and represents Apple’s first foray into producing official Apple branded battery pack cases for its own devices. This latest addition to Apple’s range of iPhone accessories comes with a couple of color options, is available almost immediately for pickup from an Apple Store, and offers a unique integration of hardware and software that only an official Apple product could bring.

Owners of one of Apple’s iPhones will be familiar with the seemingly never-ending number of third-party cases and battery packs that exist for the smartphone. Some of those cases are deemed worthy enough by Apple to be offered directly through the Cupertino company’s network of retail outlets and digital stores, whereas others have to be sourced via companies like Amazon. The iPhone 6s Smart Battery Case as it’s called is the first product of this nature from Apple, and will immediately go into competition with third-party offerings.

The product itself looks very similar to Apple’s own silicon iPhone cases that are available for the company’s range of devices. They can however be immediately separated by the fact that the Smart Battery Case comes with a rather prominent additional lump on the rear where the integrated battery is housed. That battery, while a little bit unsightly, will apparently increase the iPhone’s talk time up to 25 hours, internet use time on LTE up to 18 hours and video playback up to 20 hours. And while Apple has disclosed the battery capacity of the case in terms of mAh, it’s only a matter of time before someone pulls that info out for the public in a teardown of the product.

There’s also the fact that the integration of hardware and software means that Apple is able to update the connected device’s UI to show users exactly how much battery is left right in theBatteries widget in Notification Center as well as the Lock Screen.

Apple claims that the Smart Battery Case is “engineered specifically for iPhone 6s and iPhone 6 to give you even longer battery life and protection.” There’s also  a soft microfibre lining that adorns the internal of the device, and because of Lightning connector passthrough, you can still connect your phone to Lightning accessories while the case is still on, such as Lightning based speaker systems, charging docks, and so on.

This accessory is available for Apple’s smaller 4.7-inch iPhone 6s/6 only and not for the bigger 5.5-inch Plus iPhones, likely due to significant larger batteries already present in iPhone 6s Plus/6 Plus.

Those opting to purchasing Apple’s first official venture in the battery case world will need to part with $99 and can choose from Charcoal Gray or White finish on the product.

The accessory is available to purchase directly from Apple’s online and retail stores.

Speed Test: iPad Pro Versus Every iPad Model Ever Released [Video]

The release of the iPad Pro has introduced a little bit of the green eyed monster in a lot of people. It’s not just the sheer size of the 12.9-inch new iPad that has people’s imaginations wondering whether it’s the device for them, but also the underlying technical specification that makes it a cut above the rest of Apple’s iPad range, and the rest of the tablet market in general in all honesty. If you’ve ever wondered how it would perform against the iPad Air 2, one of the iPad mini devices, or even the original iPad released five years ago, then wonder no more as a new video has you covered. The video entails a speed test of every iPad ever released by Apple.

Speed test videos that show off reaction times and app loading times on an array of devices are ten a penny on the Internet. Whenever a large manufacturer releases a new flagship device it’s almost inevitable that a video will be uploaded within hours that shows off how that device compares to competitors in the market. With that said, it’s extremely rare to see a video of this nature, one which shows how an iPad Pro stacks up against every single iPad tablet that has been released before it.

That includes the original iPad, the original iPad mini, the iPad Air, the first Retina-ready iPad, and everything that falls in-between. Namely, you have: iPad Pro vs iPad Air 2 vs iPad Air vs iPad 4 vs iPad 3 vs iPad 2 vs iPad 1 vs iPad mini 4 vs iPad mini 3 vs iPad mini 2 vs iPad mini 1.

Rather than run through a test of loading and relaunching apps from multitasking, this particular speed test focuses on a select few areas that users go through and notice on a daily basis with their iPad. The video tests each iPad on the time taken to unlock the device from the lock screen, how long the device takes to startup from a cold start, how long it takes to shut each iPad down, and finally, the network speeds of each device on a Wi-Fi network tested using the Speedtest.net app from the iOS App Store. This should give a good indication of how Apple has improved – or let slip as the case may be – the network capabilities of the iPad over time.

There’s also a cheeky little viewing of each of the iPad’s Geekbench 3 scores at the end of the video, which clearly shows that Apple has continued to make impressive improvements to the iPad with the release of each generation. Check it out for yourself and see how your iPad compares against the other models.

(Source: EverythingApplePro [YouTube])