Apple may discontinue iPad 2 to make way for iPad mini

When Apple launched the new iPad earlier this year, the brand had retained last year’s model, the iPad 2. As per a recent report by AppleInsider, it appears that the iPad 2 will see its last few days with the debut of the iPad mini.As per the report, the author Neil Hughes states, “Rob Cihra with Evercore Partners said in a note to investors this week that he sees Apple phasing out the current iPad 2, because Apple's overall vision calls for "clearer product tiers." The prediction comes as Apple is expected to lower the barrier to entry of its iPad lineup by unveiling a new, smaller iPad next Tuesday. Cihra believes Apple will sell around 7 million so-called "iPad mini" units in the December quarter. Along with the full-size iPad, he sees Apple selling a total of 26 million units in the holiday shopping season.” Click here for full story