Tablets
The Xiaomi Pad Mini is discounted until October 13
Flagship mini tablet features crystal-clear display, powerful processor, more
Xiaomi released the Xiaomi Pad Mini late last month, on the same day it released its latest flagship smartphones, the 15T Series, and other AIoT devices.
The mini tablet — Xiaomi’s first “flagship” — is now available in the Philippines. The lone configuration of 8GB+256GB is priced at PhP 22,999 (Early Bird; SRP: PhP 25,999) until October 13.
Xiaomi engineered the Pad Mini for multitasking, creativity, and seamless connectivity in a compact, 8.8-inch form.
The display has a 3008 x 1880 resolution (16:10 aspect ratio) and a detailed 403ppi pixel density. This is paired with up to a 165Hz refresh rate, 700 nits of peak brightness, and TÜV Rheinland certifications for eye care.
Not to be left behind on the audio side of things, the tablet’s dual stereo speakers support Hi-Res and Hi-Res Wireless Audio and Dolby Atmos.
At the heart of the slate is a powerful Mediatek Dimensity 9400+ processor built on the 3nm process. This makes the Xiaomi Pad Mini optimized for light productivity.
This chipset is coupled with a 7500mAh battery with support for 67W HyperCharge and even 18W wired reverse charging.
Quite interestingly, the device comes with dual Type-C ports both on the shorter and longer sides. This is to support USB 3.2 Gen 1 data transfer for versatile functionality. Connectivity is reinforced by Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4.
On the software side, the pad runs on Xiaomi HyperOS and comes with key AI features like AI Writing, AI Interpreter, Gemini, and Circle to Search, among others.
To enhance productivity further, the pad can be paired with the Xiaomi Focus Pen. This pen is designed for precise operations and delivers a natural writing experience.
Furthermore, the tablet can be enveloped with the Xiaomi Pad Mini Cover. This accessory has a leather-like exterior and reinforced metal rivet wristband.
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Vapor chamber cooling is a term you might often associate with gaming. Though a cooler smartphone is always a good thing, not all devices need it, unless they’re tailored for gaming or more robust uses. That said, Apple just added vapor chamber cooling to its iPhones. Now, it’s possible that the next iPad Pro might come with the feature, too.
Lest we forget the other side, vapor chamber cooling was a thing for Samsung already, starting with the Galaxy S23 series. The feature allowed for a cooler device. Because it dissipated heat more effectively, users can maximize more of the phone’s performance. Following suit, Apple did the same with the iPhone 17 series.
According to Bloomberg, Apple is adding the same to the iPad. The next iPad Pro will likely have vapor chamber cooling as well, maximizing the M6 chip, which will ship with the tablet series.
After years of enduring the stereotype that Apple users are not gamers, the company has recently pushed for more games in the App Store. Today, users can play popular games such as the Resident Evil series. Vapor chamber cooling will continue to push the company towards a brand reliable for games.
In terms of the iPad, the report speculates that the feature will help differentiate between the Pro model from the entire tablet lineup. Now, because of how the company has historically structured the tablet’s release schedule, the iPad Pro with an M6 chip will likely debut in 2027.
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Apple introduces the powerful new iPad Pro M5
Unlocks faster AI, next-level graphics, blazing wireless performance
Apple has unveiled the new iPad Pro M5. It delivers the biggest leap in AI performance ever for iPad. With a next-generation GPU featuring a Neural Accelerator in each core, M5 makes the new iPad Pro up to 3.5x faster than M4 and 5.6x faster than M1 for AI tasks.
Built for AI-driven creativity
With M5, iPad Pro brings AI workflows to a new level. The 10-core GPU architecture with Neural Accelerators boosts AI performance up to 3.5x faster than M4. It accelerates image generation in Draw Things and video masking in DaVinci Resolve.
The faster 16-core Neural Engine powers Apple Intelligence features like Image Playground and enables developers to run large on-device models using the Foundation Models framework.
M5 also integrates a third-generation ray-tracing engine. It provides up to 1.5x faster 3D rendering than the previous iPad Pro. It’s also up to 6.7x faster than M1. It’s ideal for design, gaming, and creative apps like Octane X, Final Cut Pro, and Adobe Illustrator.
Smarter performance and seamless multitasking
The M5 chip delivers a major upgrade across the board — faster CPU cores, 30% more memory bandwidth, and 2x faster storage speeds. The 256GB and 512GB models now start with 12GB of unified memory, giving users more headroom for multitasking, AI model processing, and heavy creative projects.
With over 150GB/s of unified memory bandwidth, users can render, edit, and game smoothly, while fast charge support powers the device up to 50% in around 30 minutes using a high-wattage USB-C adapter.
Advanced connectivity and design
The C1X modem brings up to 50% faster cellular data and 30% lower power use compared to the previous generation. The new N1 chip enables Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread, improving AirDrop, Personal Hotspot, and smart home connectivity.
Available in 5.1mm (13-inch) and 5.3mm (11-inch) thickness, iPad Pro remains Apple’s thinnest device. The Ultra Retina XDR display with tandem OLED technology offers 1600 nits peak HDR brightness and 1000 nits sustained brightness. A nano-texture glass option reduces glare for color-critical workflows, while Adaptive Sync enables smoother 120Hz performance on external displays.
Powered by iPadOS 26 and designed for the future
The new iPadOS 26 introduces a redesigned interface, an all-new windowing system, and Liquid Glass effects that react dynamically to user input. It also adds the Preview app for PDF editing, a supercharged Files app, and more automation with Shortcuts and Live Translation powered by Apple Intelligence.
Accessories like Apple Pencil Pro, Magic Keyboard, and Smart Folio expand what users can do on iPad Pro — from illustration to professional editing and multitasking.
Built with 30% recycled content, the iPad Pro meets Apple’s 2030 carbon-neutral goals, featuring 100% recycled aluminium in the enclosure, rare earth elements in magnets, and cobalt in the battery.
Price and availability
The new iPad Pro with M5 will be available starting October 22, priced from SGD 1,499 for the 11-inch Wi-Fi model and SGD 1,999 for the 13-inch Wi-Fi model.
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