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Apple is allegedly sending out invites to the media for a special launch event next Wednesday, leading to the inevitable conclusion that it will be revealing the awaited iPad Mini. It has long been rumoured that the consumer electronics giant will be releasing a miniature version of itsnew iPadthis year, in response to a string of new and upcoming launches, including the Barnes and Noble tablet and Amazon Kindle Fire 2, which is expected to come equipped with a 8.9-inch screen, or the paradigm-changing Google / Asus Nexus 7. It was originally believed that Apple would launch the slate alongside its sixth-generation smartphone last month, but the device failed to make an appearance. Then again, it was also reported that the iPad Mini would launch some weeks after the iPhone 5, hence why the rumours have kicked off again. Tech site the Register reports a November 2 release date, although some critics remain sceptical as Apples late CEO Steve Jobs once famously dissed smaller tablets, cla...

In an evident attempt to retain its market-dominating position in the fiercely competitive smartphone and tablet arena, tech giant Apple is reportedly preparing for a busy close to the ongoing year, with the launch of new iPhone and iPad models. According to unidentified sources aware of the proceedings at Apple, a new iPhone model - and probably even a budget iPhone aimed at smartphone users in developing countries - will be unveiled by the company at a September 10 event. Along with hinting at the possible introduction of a new iPhone model at the September event, two sources have also revealed that Apple will also launch new iPad models in the coming months. These models will include an iPad with a sleeker body design, as well as an iPad Mini with a high-resolution screen. The speculated update of the iPhone and iPad models by Apple will give the company the ability to unveil a refreshed lineup of its best-selling products to consumers, ahead of the holiday shopping season this ye...