I mean, the 6GB RAM alone is probably worth it. Then there’s the storage which was doubled, a better camera and faster Wi-Fi.
In terms of performance, it’s already been said that the A12x was so far ahead of the competition. I just don’t think it was reasonable to expect any breakthrough innovations here.
I want one for sure, I just don’t want to see another update 7 months down the line.
I’ve had the 10.5 (256gb) Pro for just shy of 3 yrs now. I’ve got the decorative “white spot” just above the home button😉. I was holding out for this update to upgrade. While I would have liked to have seen a new display (mini LED or OLED) and more of an upgrade on the processor, I think I can live with the current display and A12z for 2-3 yrs.
What makes this a nice upgrade for me are:
- 6GB Ram
- 128gb Storage is the sweet spot for my use (don’t need to go 256gb again)
- 11 inch 128gb version at $750 (Costco) is compelling price...just $70 more than 2018 256gb refurb price at Apple
- New form factor and operates the same as my iPhone 11...plus, new Magic keyboard looks sweet!!
- Cameras are a bonus (I’ve got the iPhone 11 though...which is “always” with me).
I bet if I held out till next March, we’d see new display technology on all Pro models...but given the above, this is a compelling update for me...strongly considering it.