Apple is “likely” to launch a 7.85-inch iPad before the fourth quarter of next year, according to a report in Taipei-based Digitimes.

Now, why would Apple go against Jobs’ wishes? “In order to cope with increasing market competition [from]…the 7-inch Kindle Fire…and the launch of large-size smartphones,” according to the report.

Displays will be provided by LG and AU Optronics