Mini LED costs more than OLED to manufacture.
You don't seem to realize this iPad Pro 12.9" has more dimming zones than a big 2021 Samsung TV.
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Apple Introduces Next-Generation iPad Pro With M1 Chip, Thunderbolt, 5G, XDR Display, and More
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Mini LED costs more than OLED to manufacture.
You don't seem to realize this iPad Pro 12.9" has more dimming zones than a big 2021 Samsung TV.
When I saw the mission impossible segment I thought it was an ad for the new iMacs. When I saw it was placed in the iPad, my brain cells shattered outsides my skull.
Now I am confused, is the iPad ridiculously over powered to have a desktop chip in it or is the iMac crippled because it has a tablet chip in it.
Now I am confused, is the iPad ridiculously over powered to have a desktop chip in it or is the iMac crippled because it has a tablet chip in it.
Ok, that’s fine.
Just take note that as by today I can assure that in 2 years, 3 tops, Apple will launch at least a foldable iPhone. So don’t forget this day. 🤣
Also this product is the first iOS/iPadOS product for Apple to publicly reveal RAM lol since before Apple never had
Because OLED, while still infinitely better than that poor, poor spec you just bolded... would be at risk for burn-in due to the static nature of computer and tablet screens.
Apple today introduced the next-generation iPad Pro with the same M1 chip found in the latest Macs, Thunderbolt and USB4 support, 5G connectivity on cellular models with mmWave support in the United States, and more.
Apple says the M1 chip in the new iPad Pro provides up to 50% improved performance compared to the previous generation. The M1 chip's integrated 8-core GPU offers up to 40% faster graphics than the previous generation.
The new iPad Pro is available with up to 2TB of storage, which is double the previous limit.
The TrueDepth Camera system in the iPad Pro features a new 12-megapixel Ultra Wide camera that enables a 120-degree field of view for a "Center Stage" feature. It keeps you in view as you move around, panning to keep you in the shot.
The new 12.9-inch iPad Pro comes with an all-new Liquid Retina XDR display, with up to 1,000 nits of full-screen brightness and 1,600 nits peak brightness. The display consists of 10,000 Mini-LEDs, with an ultra-high 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio. This new display is limited to the 12.9-inch model, and not available on the 11-inch model.
The new 11-inch iPad Pro starts at $799, while the new 12.9-inch iPad Pro starts at $1,099. Pre-orders will begin April 30, with availability beginning in the second half of May. No specific release date was provided.
Apple also announced that the optional Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro is being released in a new white color.
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Awesome to see, now they just need to allow for a dual boot option - WWDC maybe?
Same here. Battery life is poor now on the 10.5 so worthwhile getting the 11”.
So I should be able to connect the new iPad Pro to my 27” Thunderbolt Display as long as it has another power source? This also makes a good case for buying the Magic Keyboard now since I currently have 2018 iPad Pro and it seems that the new 2021 iPad Pro works with it as well
Says 1 or 2 TB. Listed in Tech Specs. Up to $1999 or $2399.
when you set it to the price of two devices - no sweat
Right from the moment I see the shape of the new iMac, I know that, the day iPad can run MacOs, is approaching very soon. And unavoidable.
Can't wait enough for that one
The only app that I use that support external displays properly is Netflix
Do a remote connection to a desktop computer with whatever OS from an iPad... how’s that experience? 🥸🥳 ... why there is no XCode to develop apps on an iPad is a completely different question...
Hopefully next years with the M2 will have 2 ports. It's definitely powerful though, I'm also guessing next year the 11" will get the mini-LED screen. My 2017 will last another year or a few.
iPads have a long life
iPads have a long life
I am thinking at the next iPadOS : iPadOS when you use the ipad without a screen attached, MacOS when you attach a screen.
Yes, improving iPadOS is the way, though it’s difficult and will need some time.
It's very obvious now that soon apple is going to make a device that runs both iPad apps and also MacOS apps. If this iPad doesn't do it, then it'll be in the next generation or two.
iPad Pro with M1 with up to 16 GB RAM. The M1 has virtualization support--a first for the iPad Pro. WWDC might be very interesting this year. Those are huge upgrades. Apple could use that extra horsepower to virtualize macOS Big Sur on the iPad Pro.