Top Tech Stories of the Week: Apple Unveils New iPad at ‘Let Loose’ Launch Event, WhatsApp Takes Stance on Encryption Row in India, and Other Tech Updates

Apple is gearing up for its highly anticipated ‘Let Loose’ event on May 7, where the tech giant is expected to unveil its next-generation iPad Pro and iPad Air lineup. It has been over a year since Apple introduced any new iPads, making this event even more exciting for fans and tech enthusiasts.

Rumors suggest that the upcoming iPad Pro could feature an OLED display, a first for the iPad lineup, and will be powered by the M3 chip, the same processor found in the latest MacBook Air models. Alongside the new iPads, Apple is also rumored to announce a range of accessories, including a new Magic Keyboard and an updated Apple Pencil.

In other tech news, WhatsApp has taken a firm stance on user privacy and encryption. The messaging platform has stated that it will not compromise end-to-end encryption, even if it means exiting the Indian market. This decision comes in response to new legislation in India that requires companies to break encryption to help identify the origin of messages or posts.

WhatsApp’s lawyer, Tejas Karia, emphasized to the Delhi High Court that if the company is forced to break encryption, then WhatsApp will have no choice but to leave the country. The court has postponed further hearings on the matter until late August 2024, highlighting the ongoing debate between privacy rights and government regulations.

As the tech world eagerly awaits Apple’s iPad launch event and closely watches the encryption row involving WhatsApp, the industry is abuzz with anticipation and speculation about the future of these tech giants in the Indian market. Stay tuned for more updates on these developing stories.