Industry experts are beginning to speculate that the iPad 3 could launch earlier than next year. DisplaySearch analyst, Richard Shim indicates that the new iPad with a QXGA 2048-by-1536 Retina display is already in production.

Because the display specifications are difficult to mass produce, Apple is reported to be looking for help from Samsung, Sharp, and LG to produce them. The iPad 3 could be ready to ship as early January, with more significant volume becoming increasingly available within the following months.

Source: TheAListDaily

While the popularity of the iPad is undeniable, they are key demographic groups that are more likely to make the purchase than others. The marketing firm, BlueKai, compiled data into an infograph exploring the demographics behind iPad sales.

Three very interesting characteristics tied to iPad purchases are being male, owning a pet, and being a gamer. iPad owners also like organic food, science, and love to travel. Demographics also extend to female liberal arts majors.

Will these demographics help mold your app development in any way? Share your thoughts with us.

Source: AllThingsD

Mobile carrier services in India have begun to announce the launch of iPhone 4S. On Monday, India’s Bharti Airtel, the leading telecommunications company confirmed that it will launch the iPhone 4S. This announcement coincides with rival iPhone carrier, Aircel’s plans to launch the iPhone 4S on the same day in India.

iPhone carrier Aircel announces iPhone 4S

AppleInsider reports that, “The companies have yet to disclose a definitive price for Apple’s newest handset, though the expected cost is between Rs 35,000 and Rs 40,000 ($693 and $792) for the cheapest unlocked 16 GB version. Previously, Aircel and Bharti Airtel both offered discounted call and data plans for the iPhone 4, and are expected to use the same reverse subsidy model for the iPhone 4S.”

Source: AppleInsider

Apple has acknowledged that the recent iOS 5.0.1 update has not properly addressed issues with poor battery performance.

“The recent iOS software update addressed many of the battery issues that some customers experienced on their iOS 5 devices,” Apple said in a statement to AllThingsD. “We continue to investigate a few remaining issues.”

In a Mashable.com poll on Friday morning, more than 900 respondents (32%) said they were experiencing the same battery performance issues they had suffered before the iOS 5.0.1 update. Another 350 (12%) said performance was even worse. Six hundred respondents (21%) said the update had fixed the problem.

Source: Mashable