# Anticipating the Successor to Apple’s Base Model iPad
Apple has been in the news lately due to not refreshing its base model iPad for two years straight. The current version, equipped with the older A14 chipset, was launched in 2022 and has since experienced a price drop from $449 to $349. Nevertheless, sources within the industry indicate that a noteworthy update is imminent, projected to debut in spring 2024. Here’s what we might expect from the forthcoming iPad 11.
## Integration of Apple Intelligence
One of the most thrilling possibilities for the next-generation entry-level iPad is the anticipated inclusion of Apple Intelligence. Although the exact chipset for this new model is still unclear, rumors suggest it may feature the A18 chip. This theory is founded on Apple’s likely decision to allocate the A17 Pro chip for the iPad mini, utilizing residual binned chips from the production of the iPhone 15 Pro.
With the arrival of Apple Intelligence, users should look forward to a range of advanced functionalities. These could consist of notification summaries, Image Playground, Genmoji, an enhanced Siri, and even ChatGPT capabilities. If the iPad 11 launches as predicted in spring 2024, it will be poised to incorporate all the innovative Apple Intelligence features that are likely to be announced by that time.
## Enhancements in Connectivity and Design
Beyond the chipset improvement, the iPad 11 is expected to feature updated connectivity protocols, including Wi-Fi 6E or potentially Wi-Fi 7, alongside Bluetooth 5.3. This change would mark a considerable upgrade from the current model’s Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, delivering reduced latency and better connectivity.
Additionally, Apple is said to be developing a new budget-friendly Magic Keyboard tailored for iPads. This updated keyboard is anticipated to adopt a more conventional design, moving away from the folio style found in the iPad 10. This enhancement could significantly improve the user experience, especially for individuals who heavily depend on their iPads for work.
Furthermore, there are rumors regarding possible compatibility with the Apple Pencil Pro. Although there are no solid speculations validating this feature, Apple might adjust the magnet positioning to support the Pencil Pro. However, this would entail extra expenses, as it would necessitate adding a wireless charging coil.
## Anticipated Release Date
As per Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the iPad 11 is indeed set for a spring 2024 launch, aligning with the release of the new iPhone SE and iPad Air. Gurman mentions that the new model will likely maintain a design akin to the existing version while receiving a substantial speed enhancement.
> “It will have roughly the same design as the current version from 2022, while getting a speed boost. This model is scheduled to be released around the same time as the new iPhone SE and iPad Air in the spring.”
If this timeline is accurate, the base model iPad will be roughly 2.5 years old by the time it undergoes its eagerly awaited update.
## Conclusion
The forthcoming iPad 11 is poised to introduce an array of exciting features and enhancements, creating significant anticipation among Apple fans and casual users alike. With the integration of Apple Intelligence, improved connectivity options, and possible design modifications, the new iPad is ready to transform the entry-level tablet landscape.
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