Without event, Apple is launching a new iPad Pro , the renovation that many expected and where the new keyboard with trackpad will play an important role. But, beyond that and the back where the camera stands out, what else does this new generation offer?
This is the new iPad Pro
The new iPad Pro is physically identical to the current model until now , it only changes in the back where we see a new camera made up of several sensors and which I will tell you about in detail later. The rest of the features in design themes do not change. Yes, there are new features in its internal hardware as a new generation, but they are not going to be a truly differential leap in terms of experience in most uses.
The new iPad Pro still retain screen sizes and resolution. There is an 11-inch model and a 12.9-inch model with retinal screens of 2388 x 1668 pixels and 2732 x 2048 pixels respectively. Panels that still retain the same technologies as ProMotion, Wide Color support, True Tone and other already known advantages.
So it is not until we reach his guts that we see the first major change. The new computers arrive with an Apple A12Z Bionic processor that will improve performance. How much is something we do not know until we can analyze and compare it, but Apple indicates that in 4K video editing and 3D modeling tasks it will help better performance. Of course, it seems that all the real potential will be in the use of the camera and augmented reality applications.
So, with these improvements, they will continue to be computers with high CPU and GPU performance for the type of devices they are. Which, if it improves energy efficiency and thermal control, because this is still a chip with a passive dissipation system, it will be a good improvement having seen how the A12X performs.
And we come to the element that will draw the attention of many: the cameras. Now the new iPad Por incorporate a camera package that is very reminiscent of that of the iPhone 11. Several sensors are included in that square. On the one hand, a 12 MP angular sensor with f1.8 aperture for what would be the main camera, then a wide-angle sensor with 10 MP resolution and f2.4 aperture, and finally the great novelty: LiDAR scanner .
That scanner is intended to measure depth of field. Through the use of lasers and their respective cameras, the distances between objects can be better calculated, which, together with the use of the other sensors, operating system and other components, would offer a better experience in augmented reality applications.
Augmented reality has a very useful and important application in professional and educational topics. Although this will not be the iPad that many schools bet on. In any case, it will be a good step for what will surely come in future renewals of the iPad range.
Convert iPad Pro to MacBook
The other great novelty of this surprise release has been the new keyboard case. This completely changes with what we had until now. Along with this new design that improves the use of the iPad Pro in portable mode, with a support that offers an improvement in the possible starting positions, what stands out is the inclusion of a trackpad.
What started as an option to improve accessibility for users with problems now becomes the way to bring the new iPad Pro (also the previous version) to a product closer to Microsoft‘s MacBook or Surface range.
With all this, the new keyboard case is true that it is very striking for options and details such as the new USB C connector that will allow you to charge the tablet and be able to remove it from the case whenever you want without having to also disconnect a cable.
However, despite the fact that iPadOS 13.4 will add improved support for the trackpad, it will not be until the next great version of the system when we will see if it really evolves in the use and experience of a mouse.
Availability date and price
The new iPad Pro can now be reserved, the 11-inch model starts at 879 euros and the 12.9-inch model starts at 1,099 euros, both in their most basic configuration. So if you are interested you can already visit the online store or physical of the company or authorized distributors to make one. Of course, until March 25 they will not be sent.
Both the 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro will be available in silver or space gray, with Wifi or Wifi + Cellular connection and storage options of 128/256/512/1 TB. iOS 13.4 will be available on March 24.
Regarding the new keyboard cover, it will not arrive until May and the prices will be 339 euros for the small model and 399 euros for the large one. It is a case that as we say will be compatible with the current iPad Pro, so if the camera and virtual reality applications do not interest you, you may not need to change. But, equally, how many do you think of everything.