Apple Store Down Ahead of Rumored New iPad Pro Announcement

[MacRumors]

Apple's online storefront has gone down ahead of the expected announcement of new iPad models via press release.

Upon the online store going down, Apple CEO Tim Cook seemingly tweeted a teaser for a new product announcement with the hashtag "#TakeNote," which could allude to the Apple Pencil and the notetaking capabilities of the iPad:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1582340724711825408

Yesterday, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said that Apple was planning to unveil new iPad Pro models today. The announcement is expected to come via a press release on Apple's Newsroom site.

The next-generation iPad Pro models are expected to feature the M2 chip, MagSafe wireless charging, two new four-pin connectors on the top and bottom side edges, and camera upgrades. The update has been expected for some time, not least because the current iPad Pro models are over 18 months old.

Apple is also rumored to be planning to release a 10th-generation entry-level iPad with a larger 10.5-inch display, a USB-C port, flat edges, the A14 Bionic chip, 5G support on cellular models, and potentially a Touch ID power button and a landscape FaceTime camera. It remains unclear if this device will also be announced today alongside the new iPad Pro models.

Article Link: Apple Store Down Ahead of Rumored New iPad Pro Announcement

 

[eilavid]

I'm glad to see iPads getting regular updates.. spec bumps are always good, when the price stays the same! Hopefully we will have M2 iMac/Mac Mini soon too.

 

[DMG35]

I always get excited when the Apple Store goes down. Am I weird?

 

[ipodlover77]

Here. We. Go.

 

[dantracht]

And away we go. Always exciting.

 

[Morod]

Get your cards and fingers ready to buy!

 

[Blackstick]

Exciting for those in the market. iPad hardware is so good that my 2020 Pro should last me well into 2025. The OS on the other hand… progress there has been glacial.

 

[007p]

I agree the possibilities are endless, I’m still waiting since 2018…

 

[DocMultimedia]

And one more thing....

 

[WiiDSmoker]

I always get excited when the Apple Store goes down. Am I weird?

Yes, but so are all of us.

 

[emmab2006]

I enjoy watching all you Rich people moan about the money you’re spending when i dont have to spend. Because I ‘m poor!

 

[Kylo83]

M2 iPad Pro can now run stage manager properly lol

 

[psxp]

Apple Pencil 2 support for sure

 

[bobjonesco]

Apple Pencil 3.
With Find My integration.

 

[Kissmo1980]

Ahhh man... I so wish to have the $$$ for an iPad pro.
The prices in Europe are insane now....I am afraid how much it will cost.

 

[kiwi-5]

Doesn‘t this also look like FreeForm coming with iPadOS 16.1?

 

[sw1tcher]

So no updated M2 Mac mini?

 

[Gilbeezyskit]

The “Take Note” teaser makes me think that maybe we’re about to get a new Apple Pencil? We’re coming up on 4 years since the release of the second gen model. Not sure what they would add but I’d be interested to see.

 

[psxp]

Apple Pencil 3.
With Find My integration.

Maybe in the pro model? But I can see that in a later iteration as possible

 

[contacos]

Don't know why I am even excited but I am. I already have two iPads I rarely use as I am only on my phone 😅

 

[Jukens]

What time are press releases generally?

 

[mango316]

It’s happening y’all!!! 😱And my wallet is so not ready!!!

 

[Megaman]

Can't wait for "The fastest and most powerful iPad yet!"

Ready for the 12.9!

 

[kiwi-5]

I'm glad to see iPads getting regular updates.. spec bumps are always good, when the price stays the same! Hopefully we will have M2 iMac/Mac Mini soon too.

I fear same price is probably going to be a wish outside of the US.

 

[Leon Ze Professional]

Apple simply loves the theatrics?

OR

They simply have a clunky back end?

OR

Tim loves an extended drum roll?