More 'iPad 5' Cases Surface Showing Smaller and Thinner DesignWith both front and rear casing parts and several case designs for the fifth-generation iPad having surfaced over the past several months, we are starting to get a very good idea of how Apple is drawing on design cues from the iPad mini to design a thinner and narrower full-size iPad. Building on this concept of an iPad mini-inspired design, several more cases have appeared today offering a additional glimpses at what we might be able to expect from the next iPad. iPad 5 case (left) and iPad 4 case (right) The first set of images comes from case maker Tactus, which shows cases for both the current iPad and the fifth-generation model, with a clear plastic mockup of the fifth-generation model showing how its features would mimic those of the iPad mini. Meanwhile, Engadget shares photos of another iPad 5 case leaking out of Hong Kong, with a number of comparison shots showing how the device size and various physical features line up between the fourth-generation and fifth-generation cases. iPad 5 case (blue) and iPad 4 case (gray) With parts and cases already circulating, it can be difficult to tell whether new case leaks such as these are based on genuinely leaked specs or merely on previous information, but the case designs remain consistent with previous leaks and rumors and may offer a decent picture of Apple's plans. Recent Mac and iOS Blog Stories • Funny or Die's Steve Jobs Movie 'iSteve' Delayed Until April 17 • Mailbox Update Adds Better Snooze Controls and Improved Swiping • YouTube for iOS Updated With Live Streaming and More • AppGratis CEO Simon Dawlat Starts Online Petition Asking for User Support • iPhone-Controlled Prosthetic Hands Allow Double Amputee to Perform Complex Tasks • Chinese Repair Shop Employees Scam Apple With Counterfeit iPhone Parts • Apple Asking Developers to Localize Apps, Opens Chinese Support Forum • iMessage Again Down for Some Users [Updated]
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