Apple has announced a new iPad equipped with the same chip technology used in Mac computers.
The company also launched a line of new iMac computers and launched a small one prosecution device for important personal items. The new products were announced at an online launch event on Tuesday.
The new iPad Pro contains the Apple M1 chip, which the company claims is growing tablet computer processing speed by 50%. This is the first time Apple has introduced the M1 chip into an iPad. Apple announced last year that it has decided to replace Intel-based chips in all its Macs with its own version.
The new iPad Pro also contains additional ports for greater connectivity monitors and were built with improved video quality. Apple said the devices also have better keyboard systems, which work better than most laptop computers. It also offers 5G connectivity, the next generation of wireless technology.
Apple’s decision to launch more powerful iPads is seen as a way to meet growing demand as more people work from home during the coronavirus pandemic. The new iPad version at the lowest price costs $ 799 and will be available for online ordering on April 30.
Another new product of the company is called AirTag. It is a small device that can be attached to objects that people normally carry, such as pier or money holders. If lost, the object attached to an AirTag can be tracked with a user’s iPhone.
The AirTag system uses the company’s existing “Find Me” technology to help users find lost Apple devices or Macs. The system uses Bluetooth technology when the lost device is nearby and the Apple Find My network.
During the launch event, Apple showed that a person with AirTags can use their iPhone to be guided with step-by-step directions to the lost device. The phone uses its camera and other directional equipment to guide the user. Apple currently says that only iPhone 11 and 12 users will be able to use this service.
In a statement about AirTags, Apple said the system was “designed from the ground up to be kept Location private and secure data. “He said there is no data or location history physically stored in the AirTag. Any communication involving the Find Me network is also vault so that only the device owner sees location data.
In addition, the company said it had incorporated tools to prevent people from following AirTag unknowingly. For example, AirTag devices that separate from owners for longer periods of time play a sound when moved to attract attention. Apple says its devices can also identify an AirTag that is not with its owner and can inform users if an unknown AirTag is seen traveling with them from one place to another.
AirTags will cost $ 29 each or four for $ 99 and will be available for order April 23.
Apple has also announced the launch of a line of new, thinner iMacs, which are also equipped with the M1 chip. Computers are designed to be used on a desktop. They have better cameras and speakers for improved video dating. They also have improved video quality and include keyboards with the same fingerprint sensor that unlocks iPhones.
The iMacs, which come in several bright colors, are priced at $ 1,299 and are expected to be available in May.
Apple has also announced a new podcast subscription service designed to compete with other podcast companies such as Spotify.
I’m Bryan Lynn.
Bryan Lynn wrote this story for VOA Learning English based on reports from Apple, The Associated Press, Reuters and Agence France-Presse. Mario Ritter, Jr. was the editor.
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Words in this story
chip – n. a small piece of semiconductor material used to make parts that help power computer processors
follow – V. to follow the course on which someone or something is moving or advancing
tablet – n. a small, portable computer that you use by touching the screen
monitor – n. a device, such as a TV screen, that allows a person to see computer activities or listen to programs and sound
laptop – n. a computer small enough to be carried and used while a person is sitting
key – n. a piece of metal cut into a shape and used to lock things like doors or start an engine
Location – n. a place or position
crypt – v. to change (information) from one form to another especially to hide its meaning
subscription – n. an amount of money paid to receive a product or service on a regular basis