Amid Rumors of 11th-Gen iPad Launch, Apple Announced an Updated Version of The iPad 10 With eSIM Support

18.10.2023 - 07:07 / wccftech.com

Apple is rumored to announce new iPad mini 7 and iPad Air 6 soon, potentially alongside the 11th-gen iPad. It was previously rumored that the company would see fit to announce the new iPad 11 on Tuesday but it did not go through. Instead, the company announced a version of the Apple Pencil with new USB-C charging capabilities. Amid rumors of the iPad 11, Apple has seen fit to announce an updated version of the iPad 10 which comes with support for eSIM. However, Apple's tablet might not be available in your region.

As mentioned earlier, Apple has seen fit to announce a new version of the iPad 10 with support for eSIM. The updated iPad is only available in mainland China which means that you would have to work hard to get your hands on the device. Other than the new eSIM capabilities, the rest of the device is pretty standard as it does not come with any further changes.

Currently, the only eSIM carrier in China is Unicom which means that the device could have limited sales unless additional carriers jump in to secure and support the eSIM technology. The updated iPad will be available for pre-orders starting October 19 and will be released on October 25. Users residing in the region require the 10th-gen iPad with Wi-Fi and Cellular support to use the eSIM. The iPad features the model number A3162 for reference if you are in the market looking for the device.

The updated iPad 10 is the only Apple product in China with eSIM capabilities as the rest of the devices feature physical SIM card trays. Apple shared the announcement in a new support document where it also highlights how users can set up their new eSIM in China. If you are unfamiliar, the eSIM works the same way as normal cellular plans but does not require the use of a physical SIM.

Apple could be working to introduce the eSIM approach in China to boost sales and prospects. Currently, all iPhone models sold in the United States feature only eSIM support. The company is investing heavily in making carriers adopt the new standard. However, it remains to be seen how users will respond to the eSIM technology in China. Apple could also introduce eSIM iPhone models in China in the future. Apart from the iPad 10, Apple could potentially announce the new iPad mini 7 and iPad Air 6 with upgraded internals soon. We will keep you guys posted, so be sure to stick around.