Rumor: iPad Mini Will Come With Sharp’s IGZO Display For $249-$299

Ever since Apple launched the iPad in 2010, there have been rumors that Apple will launch a smaller and cheaper version of their tablet – unofficially dubbed iPad mini.

The chatter has gotten a little louder ever since Amazon launched their Android-based tablet – Kindle Fire and it comes as no surprise that the launch of Nexus 7 last week has sparked these speculations again.

Unwired (via MyDrivers) reports that according to analysts, Apple will launch a smaller tablet for $249-$299.

The report also claims that according to anonymous industry sources, Apple will use IGZO display panels made by Sharp in the smaller iPads.

This is not the first time we're hearing that price range. Back in April, a report had claimed that Apple will launch  a smaller and cheaper iPad mini in the third quarter of this year in that same price range.

John Gruber of Daring Fireball, who has a good track record when it comes to Apple related news, added yet more weight to the rumors claiming that Apple does have a 7.85-inch iPad in their labs during his Talk Show podcast with Dan Benjamin.

What do you think about the possibility of Apple launching a 7.85-inch iPad for $249 - $299 later this year? Will you buy one?

Source : iphonehacks.com