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Apple is preparing to launch a huge 12.9inch tablet to go alongside its new, larger iPhone 6 handsets.

Apple Inc's suppliers are preparing to manufacture the company's largest-ever iPad, according to Bloomberg.

It claims 'people with knowledge of the matter' say production is scheduled to commence by the first quarter of next year.

The new iPad will have a screen measuring 12.9 inches diagonally, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the details aren't public.

Apple currently produces iPads with 9.7-inch and 7.9-inch displays.  

Apple is also increasing the screen size of the iPhone.

It is believed the company is holding an event on Sept. 9 to debut new bigger-display iPhones

The iPhones will come in two new models: one with a 4.7-inch screen and another with a 5.5-inch screen.