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According to a reputable leaker, there will be no new iPads next week

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I’m going to have to beg you to cool your metaphorical jets if you were anticipating new iPads to be released next week, because frequent Apple tipster Mark Gurman has poured cold water on those smoldering speculations.

Previous reports said that new iPads would be unveiled on March 26, however Gurman has already responded, tweeting that such rumors are “not true.”

Gurman’s statements, as a Bloomberg writer with a track record of reliable Apple tips and alleged insider information, are frequently correct. So, we’re very sure we won’t see new iPads next week.

While a few iPad-related rumors and tips have surfaced recently, based on my years of tracking Apple technology, I believe we’d have seen more meaningful speculations if new iPads were released this month. The minor snag here is that Gurman hasn’t provided any new suggestions about when we could see these new iPads, which are believed to be new iPad Pro and iPad Air versions.

Gurman has previously speculated that new iPads could be released around April. Apple has previously delivered iPads in the second quarter/Spring season, so I’d be more confident in an April announcement than one next week.

What is on the horizon?

If and when Apple does release new iPads, we anticipate new iPad Pro versions, maybe with OLED panels and access to the powerful Apple M3 CPU. However, no drastic overhaul is envisaged.

There are also clues of a redesigned iPad Air (known as the iPad Air 6), with some reports predicting a 12.9-inch iPad Air. Presumably, this model would provide a larger-screened iPad experience for folks who do not want to spend a lot of money on an iPad Pro.

I’m hoping for an iPad mini 7, but it doesn’t appear to be a possibility, as Apple may be winding down production of its smallest tablet.

In any case, if you want an iPad right now, check out our list of the best iPads and the best iPad discounts. Even with new models on the horizon, you can’t really go wrong with any iPad today, since they are virtually the gold standard of tablets.

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We may get our first glance at the more cheap Meta Quest 3 Lite

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In our Meta Quest 3 review, we found that the virtual reality headset has a sensible starting price of $499.99 / ₹50651.47 / AU$799.99, which is significantly less than the $3,499 (or above) you’ll pay for the Apple Vision Pro. However, it appears that an even more cheap Meta headset is on the way.

After teasing the Meta Quest 3 Lite earlier this month, VR Panda (via Android Authority) has shared a photo of the speculated smartphone on social media. As one can anticipate, it looks very similar to Meta Quest 3.

However, there are significant peculiarities. The passthrough cameras on the outside of the wearable have supposedly been discarded, which presumably implies that augmented reality effects and any type of hand tracking control are off the agenda.

The Android Authority team believes that using a less expensive processor could result in more savings. Savings will undoubtedly have to be made elsewhere if Meta is to dramatically reduce the price of the Quest 3.

As with every leak, we should exercise caution before taking anything at its value. Last year, we heard that a less expensive Meta Quest VR device was on the horizon, but there haven’t been many leaks or speculations about it – and corporate plans can always alter when it comes to gadget launches.

Even if Meta is seeking to cut production expenses, the lack of passthrough cameras is surprising. The business has previously stated that passthrough is likely to be a “standard feature” on future headsets, so take that what you will.

If you want to put a device to your head that combines virtual and augmented reality, the difference between Apple and Meta is evident, with the former’s solution costing seven times more.

Meta emphasizes affordability as a key selling factor, and it appears that this disparity may widen even further with the next product. However, there is currently no indication of when a Meta Quest 3 Lite headset will be released.

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