Apple Reportedly Planning to Release Larger 16-Inch iPad Next Year

[MacRumors]

Apple is developing a larger 16-inch iPad that it hopes to release in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to a report today from The Information's Wayne Ma. This would be the largest-ever iPad model, topping the 12.9-inch iPad Pro.

"A 16-inch iPad would likely be geared toward creative professionals such as graphic artists and designers who prefer a larger screen," the report says. No additional details were provided about the prospective device, which would have the same screen size as a 16-inch MacBook Pro, providing users with a significantly larger canvas to work with.

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman last year claimed that Apple was exploring the idea of larger iPads that could further "blur the lines" between a tablet and a laptop.

Earlier this year, oft-accurate display industry analyst Ross Young claimed that Apple was also developing a larger 14-inch iPad Pro with a mini-LED display. Taking both of these rumors into account, it is possible that Apple is planning to release both 14-inch and 16-inch iPad Pro models next year, which would mirror the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro.

Apple just updated the iPad Pro with the M2 chip, Wi-Fi 6E, an Apple Pencil hover feature, ProRes video recording support, and a few other minor improvements last week.

Article Link: Apple Reportedly Planning to Release Larger 16-Inch iPad Next Year

 

[sniffies]

Perfect for macOS

 

[Ted_Appleseed]

We had a rumor about a 14.1-inch iPad Pro before. 16-inch sounds more exciting.

 

[happydude]

at that size it's just a laptop without the keyboard. unsure the need? I'm sure they'll sell many but the product lines seem to be encroaching.

 

[eicca]

If they finally suck it up and put macOS on it, I will buy it SO FAST.

 

[The Barron]

This would be huge literally & figuratively for Apple. The key will be to keep it light weight because by the time a protective case is added, it could weigh a bunch. 🤔

 

[TechRunner]

But the PRICE...imagine what a fully-specced, 16" iPad would cost? A nice piece of kit, for sure, but...

 

[turbineseaplane]

16" would be pretty unwieldy

Might as well go right to a 20-30" and build a specific stand/docking setup for it and make this their "Surface Studio" competitor

 

[MVMNT]

What if they added MacOS to it, connects to a monitor (you know as per that ancient patent) and then iPad OS was the detached version you took with you

 

[acoomans]

Release a new macbook 12" instead!

 

[TinyMito]

Time to ditch wacom/huion display artist tablets?

 

[antiprotest]

I actually chuckled out loud a little.

 

[TSE]

This will be the ultimate secondary display for Mac. Notice how I said it wouldn't be more productive on it's own? Apple really needs to converge MacOS and iPad OS.

 

[matttarantino]

Introducing the mac slate!

 

[gpat]

Too good to be true. Not gonna happen

 

[WiiDSmoker]

But the PRICE...imagine what a fully-specced, 16" iPad would cost? A nice piece of kit, for sure, but...

And it’ll start with 128 GB storage 🙄

 

[saudor]

16" iPad? Come on, go big or go home. Where's my 27 inch iPad Pro Max Plus

 

[fakestrawberryflavor]

Gonna use it as my coffee table

 

[pauloregan]

It's getting close to being better measuring it in number of football pitches.

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

This has to be iPad Ultra.

Thank God, I skipped this year's iPad for a reason. Can't wait for this 16" bad boy! Bring it. Ready for it!!!

 

[Pressf1]

I mean why not go larger than 16"? Remember the Microsoft Surface Table (2008/2017)?

 

[ProfessionalFan]

I can't wait to see someone taking a picture with one of these

 

[jazz1]

Interesting. I'd like the increased screen real estate. But how heavy is that going to be if you slap a Magic Keyboard on it?

 

[AAPLGeek]

Only 10 years late and we have iMat to look forward to.

 

[sorgo †]

But the PRICE...imagine what a fully-specced, 16" iPad would cost? A nice piece of kit, for sure, but...

I think you’re looking at least $3,000