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French site Nowhereelse.fr [Google Translate] has posted new alleged photos of the back casing of the next-generation iPad. The images appear to show a silver casing, and are also consistent with a previous report that the next-generation full-sized iPad would use the same touch panel technology like that of the current generation iPad mini to achieve a smaller size. The images also show a rear shell for an iPad mini, although it is unclear whether the part is intended to be for the current iPad mini or a second-generation model.

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Throughout the past few months, a number of reports have surfaced claiming to be leaks from both upcoming products. The rear shell of the fifth-generation iPad leaked as far back as late January, and a silver part very similar to the one shown in today's photos appeared earlier this month.

Other sightings have included a brief video that claimed to show the next-generation iPad's front panel and digitizer paired with a rear shell, as well as alleged photos of the black next-generation iPad's front panel and digitizer assembly.

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Meanwhile, a report last month stated that the next-generation iPad mini will likely include a Retina display, and will potentially be available with back covers in a number of colors. Photos of the next-generation iPad mini's silver rear shell also appeared last month and showed off a new embedded black logo, which is a distinct change from styling of the current-generation iPad mini with a mirrored logo applied to the rear of the device.

Apple will reportedly release the thinner full-sized iPad and the next-generation iPad mini in the final three months of the year, with the devices apparently set to debut at a separate media event from the one for the next-generation iPhone scheduled for September 10.

Article Link: Rear Shell of Silver iPad 5 Appears in New Photos
 
As anticipated

Nothing too radical here. We'll get the stereo speakers from the Mini and a thinner bezel. Perhaps better cameras too but there's a blur around the area that might include a LED flash. I'm hopeful for a good solid upgrade.
 
Looking at the speaker grill on the Mini it's obvious that its a bit thicker than the current model.

Retina mini vs mini-style 9.7" ipad is gonna be a tough choice..
 
Damn I wish it could have the same back as the iPad 2/3/4. I much prefer that.

Something about the mini's back that I don't like.
 
Is that a microphone hole on the full size, in the middle back? Seems to be an odd location for that.
 
Noise canceling -_-; there is also a mic on the back of the iPhone 5

Ah, never noticed it on the iPhone. I'm still on the 4s. Just caught my eye thinking it would just be covered by the cases/back covers.
 
But will it come in gold?

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wonder how thin it will be; think its possible it could be as thin as the iPhone 5 or even iPad Mini?

Probably the same thickness as the current iPad. I do not see Apple cutting down the bezel and thinning the iPad out while maintaining battery life.
 
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