Apple announces $329 iPad with support for Apple Pencil

As predicted, Apple announced a new 9.7-inch iPad at its education-focused event in Chicago on Tuesday. And yes, it supports the Apple Pencil, making it the first iPad that isn't a "Pro" to do so. The new iPad costs $329 ($299 for education institutions ... ( read original story ...)

Apple set to update iPad lineup at Chicago education event

CHICAGO (Reuters) - Apple Inc on Tuesday was widely expected to announce a lower-priced iPad aimed at helping it grab more of the U.S. educational market. Major technology companies are battling for dominance in U.S. schools, a market seen as important for ... ( read original story ...)

What Apple has to do to get back to the head of the class

Despite the slowdown, both Google and Windows devices saw K-12 unit growth during the fourth quarter, while Apple's iPad volumes declined year-over-year. The sub-$300 price category saw the largest rise in K-12 share, helped not only by cheap ... ( read original story ...)