Apple on Tuesday announced its Series 7 smart watch with a larger display and faster charging, and the tech company was also expected to release new versions of its best-selling iPhone to entice consumers into 5G plans. The company also updated its iPad Mini with 5G connectivity and a reworked design that makes it look like the higher-end iPad Air and Pro models. Apple also updated its base-model iPad with a new camera for working and learning from home. The base model iPad starts at $329, and the Mini starts at $499. Both will be available next week. Apple last year introduced its iPhone 12, which featured a new look and its first devices with 5G connectivity. This year, analyst expect modest hardware upgrades and a deeper focus on 5G. In particular, carriers such as AT&T Inc., Verizon Communications and T-Mobile that have significantly built out their networks since the …