New iPad Pro Announced With A12Z Bionic Chip, Magic Keyboard With Trackpad, LiDAR Scanner, Ultra Wide Camera

[julesme]

Looks amazing. On days like today, with a total sh*tstorm brewing outside my window, I want to make sure I don't take for granted these kinds of tech. innovations that have improved my life in recent years.

Keep it up Apple, and let's get that 14.1" MBP!

 

[applepuree]

Lidar scanner? Is autonomous driving built in ?

 

[KPOM]

A12Z? Apple is doomed!! 😈

This suggests this is a stopgap until a 5G model this fall or next year.

 

[1144557]

Thanks Apple for making the keyboard compatible with the previous iPad Pros. Seems like the biggest upgrade to this new iPad.

Just wish it didnt cost over 1/3 of the ipad cost. That's a ripoff honestly. $179/199 was already high for a keyboard.

$229/249 for this one would have been a decent price. A $50 premium still.

That's nuts. You're at $1100/1350 for a BASE ipad and keyboard.

 

[robbieduncan]

Wish there was a trackpad keyboard from my 2nd gen 12.9" iPad Pro. The iPad is still more than fast enough so no need to replace it just for a trackpad!

 

[kissmo]

I am curious if existing apple magic trackpad will be supported in iOS 13.4 and we will nto be stuck to using only the new "folio magic keyboard"

 

[Mitthrawnuruodo]

I've been considering replacing my iPad mini 4 with an 11" pro, and with that new keyboard that might be the perfect travel computer...

Not sure I'm gonna spend ±NOK 17.000 on a secondary computer when I have a 13" MBP that's just over 1/2 a year old, though...

Decisions, decisions...

 

[audioaudio]

Wha... WiFi 6

 

[Tekguy0]

Why the A12Z as opposed to the A13X? Saving the latter for ARM MacBooks???

 

[rp2011]

13.4 next week yes https://9to5mac.com/2020/03/18/ios13-4-release-date/

thanks!
found this line interesting.
Apple says updates to its iWork suite are coming soon that will take full advantage of the trackpad.

You would think Apple would have its own apps already take full advantage of the trackpad to show it off.

 

[1144557]

thanks!
found this line interesting.
Apple says updates to its iWork suite are coming soon that will take full advantage of the trackpad.

You would think Apple would have its own apps already take full advantage of the trackpad to show it off.

Keybord isnt shipping until May so no one will have it anyway.

"Magic Keyboard coming in May. "

External mice people sure, I guess. But my guess is not many regular people even know about that.

 

[The Game 161]

So did read this correctly that the trackpad keyboard will work on the last generation iPad?

yes

 

[MrGimper]

Nice but prices are getting a bit silly now. Think I'll stick to my 10.5" pro until they go OLED with iPads.

 

[DinkThifferent]

13.4 next week yes https://9to5mac.com/2020/03/18/ios13-4-release-date/

Damn it! I am so ready for iOS 13.4! Give it to me Tim Apple! Now!

 

[0-0]

how much ram do these have? do the 1tb have more ram in it like last gens did?

 

[neuropsychguy]

ONLY $299/350 for the keyboard 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣 Sorry Apple you totally lost my interest there in a tackpad keyboard. Thats INSANE pricing at over 1/3 the ipad cost.

128gb on the base ipad with all the new stuff is a good move though for the same $799/999.

It’s an $1100 alternative to the $1000 MacBook Air that offers performance closer to the MacBook Pro. It’s definitely not for everyone but is a solid alternative for those who can use it.

Given the recent improvements in iOS apps like Microsoft Office, Photoshop, etc., it’s a good alternative to a “full” laptop for many people.

 

[ScreenSavers]

This looks really nice. Can't wait to get one.

 

[BuffaloTF]

Well... ordered. Couldn't be more timely. I've had a new iPad Pro and accessories in my Bag online about 4 times in the past month, and kept hesitating because I was expecting this, but worried the current situations would push this off to fall... Bye bye cash.

 

[macfan90]

What a surprise, the iMac gets passed up on again. It’s been a year since the updates and “rumors” said it was being updated now. But all we get is another iPad and more storage Mac mini. Jeez.

 

[ScreenSavers]

how much ram do these have? do the 1tb have more ram in it like last gens did?

Don't think we'll know that until people get their hands on them. Apple doesn't advertise RAM for iOS devices.
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What a surprise, the iMac gets passed up on again. It’s been a year since the updates and “rumors” said it was being updated now. But all we get is another iPad and more storage Mac mini. Jeez.

The week isn't over...

 

[tazdevl]

This reeks of the 3rd gen iPad debacle. Fool me once Apple... 100% pass and keyboard pricing is ridiculous. I’ll stick to my 11” 2018 iPad Pro. 5g mini led with a a14x and better battery life would be a worthy upgrade.

 

[1144557]

Nice but prices are getting a bit silly now. Think I'll stick to my 10.5" pro until they go OLED with iPads.

The iPad price is fine honestly IMO. Same $799/999 but getting 128gb base storage (versus 64gb) and all the new cameras etc.

It's good if you dont have a previous gen iPad Pro, but not a HUGE upgrade at all. A small refresh really.

The keyboards are insane, just insane, priced. You cant get into an ipad with keyboard under $1100 for the 11 inch or $1350 for the 12.9.

 

[aknabi]

300 usd for the magic keyboard?????

From the folks that brought you $400 caster wheels... they want to test your loyalty

 

[Sor Vandy]

Man it makes a MacBook pro from 2019 look slow and old compare to this Ipad

 

[DinkThifferent]

What a surprise, the iMac gets passed up on again. It’s been a year since the updates and “rumors” said it was being updated now. But all we get is another iPad and more storage Mac mini. Jeez.

Hey, it is only Wednesday! Remember last year where Apple had a week filled with product launches? iPad Air on Monday, AirPods on Tuesday, MacBook on Wednesday.... something like that! Who knows what Tim Apple has up his sleeve!