The Big Reveals: All the Devices from the Apple ‘Let Loose’ Event 2024
Apple’s first major event of 2024, dubbed ‘Let Loose’, confirmed what everyone suspected: it was all about the iPad. While we didn't see any new iPhones, the announcements for their tablet line were huge, introducing a brand new, powerful chip and a long-awaited display upgrade. For us in the refurbished market, new releases like this always create a fantastic opportunity for consumers to access previous-generation tech at great prices.
The Star of the Show: The M4 iPad Pro
The biggest headline of the event was the new iPad Pro, which actually skipped a generation of Apple Silicon and went straight to the M4 chip. This is a massive leap in performance and marks the first device to feature this new chip, making the iPad Pro exceptionally fast and powerful. Key features include:
- New M4 Chip: Focused heavily on AI and machine learning capabilities, making the device extremely future-proof.
- Tandem OLED Display: Apple finally brought OLED technology to the iPad Pro, calling it 'Ultra Retina XDR'. This promises deeper blacks, better colours, and higher brightness.
- New Thinner Design: Apple claims the new 13-inch model is their thinnest product ever created.
The Versatile M2 iPad Air
While the Pro stole the spotlight, the popular iPad Air also received a significant update. The Air has been upgraded with the M2 chip (the same used in the previous iPad Pro), meaning it now offers fantastic performance for most users. Crucially, the iPad Air is now available in two sizes—the familiar 11-inch model and a new, larger 13-inch version, giving customers a fantastic big-screen option without needing to jump up to the Pro’s price tag.
The event also showcased new accessories, including the Apple Pencil Pro, which has new features like haptic feedback, and a redesigned Magic Keyboard with a function row for a more laptop-like experience.
The Refurbished Opportunity
New releases always signal a shake-up in the second-hand market. As customers upgrade to the M4 Pro or the M2 Air, previous models—such as the M1 iPad Air or the M2 iPad Pro—flood the market. These devices are still powerful and perfect for most users, from students to creatives, but are now significantly cheaper.
If you're looking for that premium tablet experience without the brand-new price tag, you should absolutely check out the high-quality, fully certified tablets now available when you buy refurbished tech. And, if you are planning to upgrade to one of these new models, don’t let your old tablet just sit around! You can get a great cash offer when you sell your old tech to Envirofone, helping to fund your new purchase and reducing e-waste.
