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Stuff.tv
2 days ago
- Stuff.tv
I love my iPad, but this colour e-ink tablet does one thing better
I've got an iPad mini and Apple Pencil set-up, which is ideal for taking notes and light productivity tasks. The latest iPads have lots to offer in terms of features and ecosystem, but there's also one thing it's never quite nailed – comfort over long stretches of screen time. That's exactly where TCL's new Nxtpaper 11 Plus steps in with a colour e-ink display. While this e-ink slate is clearly not designed to replace an iPad outright, its unique screen technology makes a compelling case for a second device dedicated to reading, writing, and creating. Plus, I think its display is much better than my iPad's. Read more: Best tablets in 2025 for all budgets At the front of this tablet is TCL's Nxtpaper 4.0 panel – a colour e-ink display that ditches harsh backlighting in favour of a more natural, glare-free experience. There's also a matte display option, like the one on the iPad Pro. It's the kind of screen that should be easier on the eyes straight away, especially in brighter conditions or after long sessions. The colour reproduction promises to look rich, but the real appeal is in how little effort it takes to look at it for hours at a time. With a 120Hz refresh rate, the display experience promises to be smooth, so it shouldn't feel sluggish like some e-ink panels. Colour accuracy is excellent, and support for a pressure-sensitive T-Pen makes it more than capable for creative work. This tablet doesn't force you to compromise between productivity and comfort. Inside, you'll find a powerful MediaTek Helio G99 chip and a large 8000mAh battery, which means it should keep up with multitasking without struggling. With IP54 splash resistance, it's durable enough to throw in a bag and forget about. There's also support for reverse charging, so it can top up a phone or pair of earbuds in a pinch. The Nxtpaper 11 Plus includes AI-powered features like Text Assist and Writing Assist. They can help tidy up emails, summarise meeting notes, or translate conversations. Voice Memos auto-transcribe in real time, Circle to Search is here, and there's even a dedicated shortcut button that makes it easier to jump between tools with a tap or swipe. The TCL Nxtpaper 11 Plus with 256GB storage is available to order now for $250/£299. In the US, you can pick it up from retailers like Walmart, and in the UK, from Very and Currys.
Gulf Insider
3 days ago
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Apple Launches Online Store In Saudi Arabia With Arabic Support
Apple has expanded its retail presence in Saudi Arabia by launching the Apple Store online and the Apple Store app, which offer support in Arabic for the first time. Customers can now shop Apple's full range of products with exceptional service from dedicated team members. Free engraving in Arabic and English is available for items like AirPods and Apple Pencil. To support flexible shopping, the Apple Store online will offer an affordability option through Tamara. With Buy Now Pay Later, customers can shop their favorite lineups and pay in four-month installments at 0 percent interest. Deirdre O'Brien, Apple's senior vice president of Retail and People, stated, 'We are excited to bring the Apple Store online and app to Saudi Arabia, providing customers with a new way to explore our products and services.' Apple plans to open several flagship stores in Saudi Arabia starting in 2026, including a remarkable location in Diriyah, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This expansion builds on Apple's existing initiatives in the region, including the first Apple Developer Academy, which opened in Riyadh in 2021.
GSM Arena
3 days ago
- GSM Arena
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 might have a downgraded hardware component
Samsung's just launched the Galaxy Z Fold7, which is its thinnest and lightest book-style foldable yet. Today in Samsung's home of Korea there are already rumors about its successor, the Galaxy Z Fold8, which, if nothing changes in Samsung's usual schedule, should be launching next July. The company is now said to be considering both titanium and carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP) for the backplate material for the Fold8. That's notable because the Fold7's predecessors from the Galaxy Z Fold3 onwards have used CFRP, but the Fold7 itself has switched to titanium, first seen in the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition from last year. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 Titanium was used in the Fold7 to reduce thickness, and along with the removal of the digitizer for the S Pen, this has cut it down by 0.6mm. However, metals can possibly interfere with the S Pen, at least the electromagnetic resonance based tech that Samsung has been using. The company is currently said to be developing a technology to make the digitizer slimmer, and thus reintroduce S Pen support - perhaps as soon as next year. Demand for this is apparently quite strong. Samsung may even adopt a digitizer-less technology, such as the active electrostatic solution employed by the Apple Pencil, in which case it can safely continue to use metal backplates with no fear of interference. Another reason why it's testing an alternative to titanium has to do with supply-related concerns especially regarding the US tariff war. Samsung basically wants to make sure sudden changes in supply chains don't catch it off guard. Of course we are still very far away from the Fold8's launch, so a lot of things can change. We'll keep you posted. In the meantime, don't miss our Galaxy Z Fold7 review, it's freshly published. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 Source (in Korean)
GSM Arena
3 days ago
- GSM Arena
Apple iPad 11-inch A16 (2025) review
It's the most popular tablet in the whole world. It's the OG tablet reimagined. It's the 11th Gen iPad. We were unsure of the best way to refer to this model, as it goes by several names - the iPad 11-inch, the iPad (A16), or the iPad (2025) - so we ultimately opted to use all of these terms collectively and interchangeably. But regardless of the name you use, the new Apple iPad (2025) looks just like the previous one, only faster and with more storage. And that about sums this review. Thank you for your attention. Feel free to skip to other areas of our website. Okay, we're joking (clearly!), but this old joke still hasn't lost its appeal. The mainstream iPad models have never been about cutting-edge hardware, but about offering a nice overall experience at a lower price point (which is not that low in universal terms). But since we are dealing with an Apple device here, we'd say the new iPad is getting the best from Apple's iPad OS capabilities at a very reasonable price. There is support for Apple Pencil, Magic Keyboard, Center Stage calling, and just enough oomph for a good gaming experience on the go. The only differences between the new iPad and the previous 2022 iPad model are the chip and the memory – it's now the Apple A16 Bionic with 6GB RAM, up from the A14 Bionic with 4GB RAM. The base storage has now been doubled to 128 GB. Okay, technically, the screen has grown from 10.9 to 11 inches (hence one of the monikers) - it's still an IPS LCD screen with 1640 x 2360 pixels and 60Hz refresh rate. The rest of the hardware package hasn't budged this year – a 12MP rear camera, 12MP front camera, a large battery (about 29Wh) with charging that's supposed to be fast on paper. The slate ships with iPadOS 18 with multi-tasking and pencil support. Apple iPad (2025) specs at a glance: Body: 248.6x179.5x7.0mm, 477g; Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame; Stylus support. 248.6x179.5x7.0mm, 477g; Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame; Stylus support. Display: 11.00" Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 500 nits (typ), 1640x2360px resolution, 12.95:9 aspect ratio, 264ppi. 11.00" Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 500 nits (typ), 1640x2360px resolution, 12.95:9 aspect ratio, 264ppi. Chipset: Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm): 5-core; Apple GPU (4-core graphics). Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm): 5-core; Apple GPU (4-core graphics). Memory: 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 512GB 6GB RAM. 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 512GB 6GB RAM. OS/Software: iPadOS 18.3.2, upgradable to iPadOS 18.5. iPadOS 18.3.2, upgradable to iPadOS 18.5. Rear camera: 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF. 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF. Front camera: 12 MP, f/2.4, 122˚ (ultrawide). 12 MP, f/2.4, 122˚ (ultrawide). Video capture: Rear camera : 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS; Front camera : 1080p@25/30/60fps, gyro-EIS. : 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS; : 1080p@25/30/60fps, gyro-EIS. Battery: 28.93Wh capacity; 45W wired charging, USB-PD. 28.93Wh capacity; 45W wired charging, USB-PD. Connectivity: 5G and eSIM and GPS (Cellular model only); Wi-Fi 6; BT 5.3. 5G and eSIM and GPS (Cellular model only); Wi-Fi 6; BT 5.3. Misc: Fingerprint reader (top-mounted); stereo speakers, DisplayPort output over USB‑C. And since we're living in Apple Intelligence times, we'll point out it's odd to see a brand new device release without any support for their AI system. Oh well, it is what it is. That has to be the only notable omission from the iPad's specs sheet. We don't suggest this tablet is perfect, but everything else is par for the course, so to speak. We admit we may be a bit late with this review, but better late than never, as they say. Unboxing the iPad Air 11 (2025) The iPad ships inside a thin white box that contains the tablet itself and a braided USB cable. That's it. There is no charger inside, at least not in Europe. Page 2
CNET
16-07-2025
- Business
- CNET
The iPad 10th-Gen Is My Family's Favorite Gadget, and It's $100 Off at Walmart
I spend a lot of time testing tablets, phones, wearables and other gadgets, so as you can imagine, my home is full of tech. But you might be surprised which device my family reaches for the most, because it's the least expensive one: Apple's iPad 10th gen. It's always ready to go when we need to do something quickly, like order groceries, look at photos together, or do some quick research on a trip we're planning. Right now you can pick one of these iPads up with an impressive $100 discount, slashing the price down to $299. That's a great deal, but with two caveats. First, only the silver version is in stock, and second, I don't expect this deal to last much longer. That's why I suggest ordering your new iPad soon, before it's too late. Since I've got kids, having a cheaper iPad on hand is a must. Apple's entry-level iPad gives us more than enough for basic game-playing, movie-watching, video chats and even some light work. Staying on the cheaper end of the iPad lineup also means that I'm in no rush to run out and grab the latest 11th-gen iPad, either. If the latest entry-level iPad received the same treatment the 2024 iPad Mini did, it might be a different story. I can't justify the iPad as a true laptop replacement. However, on any trip my family goes on, it is the first device we decide to pack after a phone. It doesn't support the higher-end Apple Pencil Pro stylus, but it can work for art with a USB-C Pencil just fine and has a lot of keyboard case options that nearly turn it into a laptop. The iPad has fancier varieties that ramp up processing power, display quality and size, and add more storage. Still, in many ways, all iPads feel pretty much the same. That's the great success of the iPad in the first place, and it's also why cheaper iPads are still great gifts. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. The 10th-gen iPad is the perfect size and price I like the 11-inch iPad size the most. It's a perfect blend of screen size and portability, and it's a great fit for keyboard cases. It's easy to slip into a bag and big enough to multitask with split-screen apps. I love doing quick writing and notetaking on iPads with keyboard cases, and the iPad is also my preferred quick and easy way to watch TV shows and movies by myself. I don't always play games on the iPad (I'm a game console person), but games like Catan, Balatro and Retro Bowl on the iPad are my personal obsessions. Read more: Best iPad for 2025 I play with plenty of gadgets in my house, and the iPad is one of many tools in my tech collection. It really hits me how much the iPad is an essential family tool when I see how my wife and kids gravitate to it. It's comforting, instant, and most of the iPads in our home are years old, which doesn't even slightly affect how often we use them. That's why I suggest buying low is the way to go, despite how nice and speedy higher-end iPads can seem. Why this deal matters Discounts on Apple devices don't come around too often. So when a deal does become available, it's best not to wait, as it can disappear at any time. In a world full of rapidly changing tech and gadgets, it's nice that each generation of the iPad can be so reliable and stable. Sure, the 10th-gen iPad might get updated next spring, but in the meantime, it's the best affordable bet for basic uses, such as watching TV, creating art and playing select games.
