Apple could release new AirPods, iPad Mini 5 and its long-awaited AirPower ...

Apple could have a slew of new hardware in the works for later this year.  

This spring, the iPhone maker is expected to launch a revamped pair of AirPods and a much-awaited successor for the iPad Mini 4, which hasn't seen any updates since it was released four years ago. 

Additionally, in the coming months, Apple could finally make its AirPower wireless charging pad available, which has been largely missing in action since it was first debuted in 2017. 

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Apple is expected to launch a revamped pair of AirPods and a much-awaited successor for the iPad Mini 4, which hasn't seen any updates since it was released four years ago

Apple is expected to launch a revamped pair of AirPods and a much-awaited successor for the iPad Mini 4, which hasn't seen any updates since it was released four years ago

Apple's second-generation AirPods are expected to look very similar to the original version, aside from a few small upgrades, MySmartPrice reported, citing a source familiar with the situation. 

Notably absent from AirPods 2 is improved battery life, as the second-generation headphones are expected to have the same longevity as the original version of five hours.

They'll likely feature a non-slip grip coating to address consumers' oft-repeated criticism that the headphones easily slide out of their hand because they're made out of a smooth, plastic material. 

AirPods 2 are also expected to feature improved bass, advanced sensors for health monitoring and will come in both black and white. 

These upgrades will cost users, however, with the second-generation AirPods expected to sell for $200, compared to their original price tag of $160, MySmartPrice noted.  

Along with the AirPods, Apple may also have a new iPad Mini up its sleeve. 

Apple hasn't discussed AirPower publicly since it was first announced last September. Now, a new report from MySmartPrice says the company could release the AirPower later this spring

Apple hasn't discussed AirPower publicly since it was first announced last September. Now, a new report from MySmartPrice says the company could release the AirPower later this spring

HOW WOULD AIRPOWER WORK? 

AirPower is based on the Qi charging standard, which powers wireless chargers for Android and iOS smartphones alike.

However, Apple claimed to have added a number of software features to improve the wireless charging experience when used with its iPhone and Watch products.

AirPower is expected to include a custom Apple chip that runs a stripped-down version of the iOS operating system to conduct on-device power management and pairing with devices that are placed on the charging mat. 

Speculation has been building for several months now that Apple will release a new version of the smallest iPad in its tablet lineup. 

A report from Mac Otakara claims that the iPad Mini 5 will retain the size and many of the specs in the iPad Mini 4, meaning it'll keep its

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