Apple iPad Air Event: What We Learned

Apple unveiled several new products this week at its second big event of the season. Among the most talked-about releases: two new iPad models, including the iPad Air and a new iPad mini with retina display, a refreshed MacBook Pro line and the free release of OS X Mavericks.

While some Apple users were impressed by the company's latest offerings, others expected something bigger. To recap what we saw — and didn't see — from Apple this week, Mashable hosted a #MashTalk Google Hangout.

Mashable Deputy Editor Chris Taylor, Tech Editor Pete Pachal and Senior Tech Analyst Christina Warren shared their thoughts on the newest iPad models, what this new practice of free releases means for Apple and its users, and what we can expect from the company in the future Read more...