Apple has released models of their iPad Air and iPad Mini with Retina Display with TD-LTE support for the Chinese market.
The new devices will mark the first time Apple's newest products will have support for the 4G network in China.
Says Apple: "The new iPad models give customers the ability to connect to today's most advanced cellular data networks at blazingly fast speeds, so users can surf the web or download email and apps even faster. iPad Air and iPad mini with Retina display models supporting TD-LTE also accommodate the TD-SCDMA mobile standard, and join existing iPad Air and iPad mini with Retina display WLAN + Cellular models in support of Personal Hotspot connectivity and other advanced cellular technology (GSM/EDGE, DC-HSDPA, HSPA+) to provide customers in China fast cellular access in whichever iPad model they choose."
The base 16GB model sells for RMB 4,488 ($720 USD) while the highest-capacity 128GB model sells for RMB 6,588 ($1050 USD).
Says Apple: "The new iPad models give customers the ability to connect to today's most advanced cellular data networks at blazingly fast speeds, so users can surf the web or download email and apps even faster. iPad Air and iPad mini with Retina display models supporting TD-LTE also accommodate the TD-SCDMA mobile standard, and join existing iPad Air and iPad mini with Retina display WLAN + Cellular models in support of Personal Hotspot connectivity and other advanced cellular technology (GSM/EDGE, DC-HSDPA, HSPA+) to provide customers in China fast cellular access in whichever iPad model they choose."
The base 16GB model sells for RMB 4,488 ($720 USD) while the highest-capacity 128GB model sells for RMB 6,588 ($1050 USD).
