References to Unannounced iPad Pro Models Spotted Ahead of Rumored October Event

[MacRumors]

References to two unannounced iPad Pro models have been spotted ahead of a rumored event set to place as soon as next month, where new iPads and Macs are expected to be revealed.

The references, spotted by 9to5Mac on Logitech's website, include a sixth-generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro and a fourth-generation 11-inch iPad Pro, two models expected next month. The references offer no details on the new products but state they're "coming soon."

Logitech includes the unannounced iPads in its list of supported iPads for its Crayon Digital Pencil, which is the only third-party stylus that can offer similar integration as the Apple Pencil. As 9to5Mac notes, given the close nature between Logitech and Apple, the references could have some merit as being legitimate.

The new 12.9-inch and 11-inch iPad Pros are not expected to receive any major redesign but will instead benefit from the M2 Apple silicon chip. Early rumors suggested that the 11-inch model would get a new mini-LED display; however, that is no longer expected. Other rumors have suggested some form of MagSafe charging coming to the iPad Pro.

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[Benlurks1010]

That thing costs half as much as the Pencil…wonder if it’s any good?

 

[macsplusmacs]

One more 14" iPad thing?

 

[lovehateapple]

Really hoping for an updated M2 mac mini in October! 🤞🤞

 

[Vazor]

Just remember, don't preorder. Or you will have the next iPhone experience.

 

[Snahbah]

I was wondering if iPads are the reason there is no SIM slot or touch screens on a MacBook. What do you think?

 

[arkitect]

Really hoping for an updated M2 mac mini in October! 🤞🤞

Same here.
And an updated iPad Pro would make my day. 👍

 

[BGPL]

USB-C please. I have an iPad Air with USB-C and the experience is much improved. MagSafe doesn't make much sense at all. Of course, other than to Apple for more cash flow into Timmy's bank account.

 

[nutmac]

Without the mini-LED display, 11" iPad Pro looks to be a boring upgrade: M2, better cameras, and Bluetooth 5.3.

Don't get me wrong, there are a couple of noteworthy rumored additions: (1) MagSafe charging would not only be more convenient but it will free up the USB-C port and(2) revised 4-pin magnetic smart connector might be complemented by new accessories.

 

[Menel]

USB-C please. I have an iPad Air with USB-C and the experience is much improved. MagSafe doesn't make much sense at all. Of course, other than to Apple for more cash flow into Timmy's bank account.

What? Wouldn't they, iPad Pro's have been USBC for awhile now. They are advertised as having it for camera and other "pro" accessory connectivity.

 

[coachgq]

USB-C please. I have an iPad Air with USB-C and the experience is much improved. MagSafe doesn't make much sense at all. Of course, other than to Apple for more cash flow into Timmy's bank account.

The current ipad pro has USB-C already...

 

[xpxp2002]

Without the mini-LED display, 11" iPad Pro looks to be a boring upgrade: M2, better cameras, and Bluetooth 5.3.

Don't get me wrong, there are a couple of noteworthy rumored additions: (1) MagSafe charging would not only be more convenient but it will free up the USB-C port and(2) revised 4-pin magnetic smart connector might be complemented by new accessories.

I agree that it's an incremental update from the last model. But coming from an iPad Pro 10.5" (2017 model), I'm very excited about finally getting Bluetooth 5.x, the new keyboard accessory, and the M2 for Stage Manager.

 

[Menel]

Without the mini-LED display, 11" iPad Pro looks to be a boring upgrade: M2, better cameras, and Bluetooth 5.3.

Don't get me wrong, there are a couple of noteworthy rumored additions: (1) MagSafe charging would not only be more convenient but it will free up the USB-C port and(2) revised 4-pin magnetic smart connector might be complemented by new accessories.

Yea, I'm well overdue for an ipad upgrade, I'm watching for 3 things.
1. Display, OLED ideally, but miniLED would be ok.
2. WIFI 6E

If these fall flat, I'm finding one of the current m1 models on discount.

 

[HowardEv]

Really hoping for an updated M2 mac mini in October! 🤞🤞

Me too. And hoping they update the desktop-era design and give it a new micro form factor, with a built-in battery and passive cooling, and a screen on top to control music. It should have all the speed and power and battery life of the fastest MacBook Pro, without the bad thermals and fans and expensive display.

 

[munpip214]

And now logitech got put on Apple’s blacklist

 

[aacemyan]

I'm not getting conned into upgrading my M1 iPad Pro this year. The 2020 to 2021 update was effectively a waste of money other than the mini LED screen improvement. Apple has gotten really good about making very minor features feel like a big deal and people need to not buy into the hype.

Plus, state of iPadOS 16 is a complete mess right now, which gives me little to no faith regarding the direction they want to take for pro users. Every couple weeks I keep trying out Stage Manager, only to be severely disappointed by the fundamental function of it as well as the complete buggy mess it still is. I've seen almost no progress since WWDC, which gives me little hope that we'll have a version that is 'fixed' by the time the new iPads are released.

 

[DailySlow]

References to two unannounced iPad Pro models have been spotted ahead of a rumored event set to place as soon as next month, where new iPads and Macs are expected to be revealed.

The references, spotted by 9to5Mac on Logitech's website, include a sixth-generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro and a fourth-generation 11-inch iPad Pro, two models expected next month. The references offer no details on the new products but state they're "coming soon."

Logitech includes the unannounced iPads in its list of supported iPads for its Crayon Digital Pencil, which is the only third-party stylus that can offer similar integration as the Apple Pencil. As 9to5Mac notes, given the close nature between Logitech and Apple, the references could have some merit as being legitimate.

The new 12.9-inch and 11-inch iPad Pros are not expected to receive any major redesign but will instead benefit from the M2 Apple silicon chip. Early rumors suggested that the 11-inch model would get a new mini-LED display; however, that is no longer expected. Other rumors have suggested some form of MagSafe charging coming to the iPad Pro.

Article Link: References to Unannounced iPad Pro Models Spotted Ahead of Rumored October Event

My mini 6 is aching for iPadOS 16 and powerful files upgrade.

 

[GrindedDown]

Yeah I have the M1 11 inch, but I’ve been “dying” for mini led or oled on the 11. Probably the only thing that would make the 11 an actual upgrade.

 

[DailySlow]

The current ipad pro has USB-C already...

Mini 6 too

 

[coachgq]

Without the mini-LED display, 11" iPad Pro looks to be a boring upgrade: M2, better cameras, and Bluetooth 5.3.

Don't get me wrong, there are a couple of noteworthy rumored additions: (1) MagSafe charging would not only be more convenient but it will free up the USB-C port and(2) revised 4-pin magnetic smart connector might be complemented by new accessories.

I have an 11 inch ipad pro M1 and these upgrades would not give me any reason to upgrade. I plan to keep my ipad for at least 4 years. Now if it came with the miniLED screen the 12.9 has, I would reconsider. The 12.9 is a beast to carry around like I do for my job as this is my main device I use during the day.

 

[Nicole1980]

Really hoping for an updated M2 mac mini in October! 🤞🤞

M2 "PRO" mac mini please. M2 alone won't cut it.

 

[kalafalas]

No miniLED (or oled) on the 11”, no buy. My 2018 is still going strong

 

[PowerButton]

The only benefit I see to the M2 chip is better battery life. Until apps can really push the iPad Pro, the added processing power won’t make a significant difference. I still haven’t been able to really push my IPad Pro to the point of really needing more processing power. I use it all the time to edit my Canon R5 photos and it’s quick and snappy in Lightroom.

 

[ChedNasad]

Yeah I have the M1 11 inch, but I’ve been “dying” for mini led or oled on the 11. Probably the only thing that would make the 11 an actual upgrade.

100% this. I would likely impulse buy if the display was updated in a big way

 

[Populus]

Without the mini-LED display, 11" iPad Pro looks to be a boring upgrade: M2, better cameras, and Bluetooth 5.3.

Don't get me wrong, there are a couple of noteworthy rumored additions: (1) MagSafe charging would not only be more convenient but it will free up the USB-C port and(2) revised 4-pin magnetic smart connector might be complemented by new accessories.

Actually, the Bluetooth 5.3 standard will open the door to new features in the future, and it is possible that those will be limited to the new devices.

I use Bluetooth A LOT, for AirPods, Airdrop, controllers, and right now Bluetooth isn’t the most seamless experience (especially on my Mac).

My goal is to renew all my devices to those supporting the new Bluetooth 5.3, so that the integration is near perfect for many, many years.

However, I have other motivation to get the new M2 iPad Pro: this will probably be the last iPad Pro with a non-OLED display, and I don’t want an OLED display on my iPad.