Apple tablet series iPad Pro really managed to be an excellent replacement for the Air series. The new iPad Pro 2 models should be improved, as is usually the case with Cupertino. Available tablets offer pen support Apple Pencil, an excellent system of 4 built-in speakers and more, but there are still some things we are really missing. For example, it would be nice to have a fingerprint scanner and a waterproof case.

Preliminary specifications of iPad Pro 2

The upcoming iPad Pro 2 series will apparently feature a more powerful A10X Fusion processor with four cores, but it is unknown whether the manufacturer will increase the amount of RAM. We hope the new iPad Pro 2 specs will include 4GB RAM. In addition to the 9.7 and 12.9-inch models, Cupertino can introduce a third model with a 10.5-inch screen diagonal. All of them will run on the iOS 10 operating system out of the box.

• Apple A10X Fusion processor (10nm)
• 12 megapixel main camera and 5 megapixel front camera
• 4K video recording, live photos
• OLED screen with True Tone technology
• 32 GB of internal memory in the minimum configuration
• New color - pink
• Fingerprint scanner (in-display)

Earlier rumors said that future devices would get a touch-sensitive Home button, like the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, but now many experts are confident that Apple will abandon it altogether. Thus, the Touch ID fingerprint scanner will be built into the display. Moreover, there is a possibility that the company will also get rid of the 3.5 mm audio jack, which would be logical given the recent release of smartphones.

Most likely, the iPad Pro 2 will be equipped with a connector USB Type-C so that it can be connected to MacBook Pro 2016.

iPad Pro 2 release date

Given the fact that the original iPad Pro was announced in March of this year, its successor will be shown at the same time in 2017. There is no exact data because in such cases companies like Apple do not give early statements. We also can't be sure that all three models will be announced at the same presentation.

iPad Pro 2 price in Russia

It is easy to predict the cost of the next generation of tablets from the American company. The price of the iPad Pro 2 in the simplest configuration will not exceed 50 thousand rubles. The current iPad Pro with a 9.7-inch display and 32 GB of internal memory costs about that much. Obviously, the new 10.5-inch model will fill a fairly large gap between the other two devices, and its price will also be average.

Today, October 30, there was an Apple presentation, which I liked much more than the previous several. First of all, I very pleased the release of the updated Mac Mini, and secondly, the best iPad at the moment was released! In my opinion, this model is in some ways even breakthrough and key in the history of the brand... Why? Let's take a closer look at it.

The iPad now has absolutely new design. Please note that the bezels around the screen have become noticeably smaller. To my delight, all the key elements like the camera were hidden on this frame. No terrible eyebrow that spoils many modern smartphones... Also, the iPad has become 1 mm thinner and the design of its side edges has become straighter and stricter.

Two iPad Pro models have been redesigned: regular and large. Now they can be distinguished as iPad Pro 11 inches and iPad Pro 12.9 inches. Please note that only the first model’s screen has grown – previously it was 10.5. The display is updated and is called Liquid Retina. This is the display in new iPhones Xr. It is considered not the most top-end display, because the iPhone Xs has Super Retina.

The 11-inch iPad Pro has a different resolution (a headache for app developers) than the 10.5 iPad Pro, but the pixel density is the same.

Since the iPad Pro no longer has Home buttons, then users will have to get used to the new gestures that owners of the iPhone X, Xs and Xr are already accustomed to.

Also added to the iPad Pro is facial recognition technology – Face ID, which works in any position of the iPad. Apple emphasizes that their technology is the most secure. Unlike competitors' solutions. Face ID allows you to unlock your iPad or make an online purchase...

The processor in the new iPad Pro is A12X Bionic (in the iPhone Xs, for reference, only A12). This processor more powerful than the processors in most laptops presented on the market. A12X 2 times more powerful than the processors in the previous generation iPad Pro!

By the way, Apple pays great attention to demonstrating the capabilities of the iPad at its conferences. For some, this is “filling up airtime,” but if you take a closer look, the company is persistently promoting the idea to the masses that the iPad can well replace a work laptop. This time they showed the possibilities Adobe Photoshop CC, which will be released for iPad in 2019.

The best iPad gets the best updated stylus! It recognizes touch: you can change drawing tools in programs by touching the area below.

To pair with an iPad, you need to magnetize the Apple Pencil. Moreover, at this moment the stylus is charging...

Apple is also concerned about the release of a new Smart Keyboard Folio.

The new iPad Pro no longer has lightning. From now on, the standard for charging and synchronization is USB Type C. Through this port you can connect a camera or monitor to the iPad Pro. USB-C also allows you to charge a connected phone via a wire.

In the new iPad Pro, the front camera does not shine with special characteristics: it is suitable for selfies and video communication. It's all the good old 7 megapixels. But they added Portrait mode, Portrait lighting, as well as Animoji and Memoji, previously available only in iPhone X, etc. to the functionality.

The rear camera has 12 megapixels and allows you to take cool pictures and record 4K videos. BUT! The exact same camera is in the old iPad Pro 10.5, so there shouldn’t be any revelations when you first get acquainted with the camera.

On the Apple website you can also find a strange moment: the optical image stabilization has disappeared somewhere from the camera. :(Also, there was a six-element lens, but it became a five-element lens. I’m not a professional in photographic equipment, but apparently the camera has become slightly worse.

Now attention! It may be expensive, but the new iPad Pro has a 1 terabyte model variation!

Regarding communication modules, the three most important modules have received improvements:

• Now Wi-Fi simultaneously Can support dual bands 2.4 and 5 GHz.
• The LTE module is now designated Gigabit Class LTE (29 bands).
• Bluetooth is now version 5.0 instead of 4.2.

The new iPad Pro has support for eSim (an electronic SIM card built into the device). Appeared for the first time in the iPhone XS. Allows you to program it to work with different operators. How is this different from Apple Sim technology? Because Apple Sim is just a SIM card that is not tied to any operator, but eSim is a built-in small module.

Official prices for the new iPad Pro:

• iPad Pro 11” 64 gigabytes – 65,990 rubles
• iPad Pro 11” 256 GB – 77,990 rubles
• iPad Pro 11” 512 GB – 93,990 rubles
• iPad Pro 11” 1 terabyte – 125,990 rubles

• iPad Pro 12.9” 64 gigabytes – 81,990 rubles
• iPad Pro 12.9” 256 GB – 93,990 rubles
• iPad Pro 12.9” 512 gigabytes – 109,990 rubles
• iPad Pro 12.9” 1 terabyte – 141,990 rubles

Pre-order on the Apple website is currently not available! :)

The incredibly powerful iPad Pro with Apple's most advanced display now comes in two models: 10.5-inch and 12.9-inch.

iOS 11, coming this fall, expands the capabilities of the iPad Pro and brings it to new level

SAN JOSE, California - Apple today introduced an all-new 10.5-inch iPad Pro and an updated 12.9-inch iPad Pro. They feature Apple's most advanced display with ProMotion technology, and the A10X Fusion processor delivers incredible performance. On the new iPad Pro 10.5-inch, the display frame is reduced by almost 40%, keeping the device very compact and weighing less than 500 grams. operating room iOS system 11, coming this fall, will further enhance the capabilities of the new iPad with an all-new Files app, a customizable Dock, enhanced multitasking capabilities, and greater integration with the Apple Pencil. As a result, you can create and work even more efficiently on iPad Pro.

“These are the most powerful iPads we've created to date. They feature our most advanced display with ProMotion technology, the powerful new A10X Fusion processor, and the same advanced cameras as iPhone 7,” said Greg Jozwiak, Apple's vice president of Product Marketing. - And in combination with iOS capabilities The 11 new iPad Pro models will fundamentally change the way users think about what they can do with iPad.”

Stunning display with ProMotion technology

The stunning Retina display on iPad Pro is enhanced with impressive capabilities. It supports the new ProMotion technology, which provides a refresh rate of up to 120 GHz and ensures smoother operation, faster response speed and natural graphics reproduction. Thanks to ProMotion, the response speed of the Apple Pencil has also increased: the latency time has become a record low - only 20 milliseconds. Now Apple Pencil behaves even more naturally. ProMotion also delivers superior image quality and reduced power consumption because the technology automatically adjusts the refresh rate based on how the image moves on the display.

Advanced Retina display with anti-glare coating is the brightest ever Apple displays, created for iPad. It provides excellent image visibility both indoors and outdoors. True Tone technology dynamically adjusts white balance based on light levels for more natural, clear images. And the expanded color gamut allows you to reproduce colors like in digital cinema.

Incredible performance with A10X Fusion processor

iPad Pro delivers incredible performance, powerful connectivity, and amazing versatility to tackle the most demanding tasks. New powerful processor With 64-bit architecture, the A10X Fusion delivers performance faster than many laptops on the market today. It even handles tasks like video games, 3D image rendering, photo retouching, and 4K video editing with ease. Compared to the best-in-class A9X processor, the new 6-core processor is 30% faster, and the 12-core GPU- 40% faster. At the same time, the new iPad Pro can be used all day without recharging.¹

iPad Pro is the ideal tool for shooting, editing and publishing professional-quality photos and videos. On the front and rear panels The same advanced cameras are installed as on the iPhone 7: a 7 MP FaceTime HD camera and a 12 MP camera with optical image stabilization. Four speakers deliver powerful, clear, spacious sound no matter where iPad Pro is held. And thanks to the built-in map Apple SIM 2 and support Wi-Fi networks With 802.11ac and 4G LTE Advanced 3, you can stay connected even while you travel in more than 180 countries and regions.

The Touch ID sensor on iPad Pro is even faster, unlocks iPad instantly, and protects apps with sensitive data. It is also used when paying for purchases in App Store, iTunes Store and iBooks Store. And with the Apple Pay function on iPad, pay for goods and services in applications and on websites through Safari browser it has become easier than ever. 4

iOS 11 takes iPad to the next level

iOS 11 will further enhance the capabilities of the new iPad with completely new features, including the Files app and the ability to drag and drop text, photos and files from one app to another.

operating system iOS 11, coming out this fall, adds new features to the iPad.

• A new, customizable Dock lets you open frequently used apps and documents from any screen.

• Enhanced disambiguation capabilities, including an improved App Switcher with new for iOS function Spaces make it easier to switch between applications, and also allow you to use two active applications at once in Split View and Slide Over modes.

• The new Files app helps you keep all your files together, no matter where they're stored on your device, iCloud Drive, or other cloud services like Box or Dropbox.

• The drag-and-drop feature on the Multi-Touch display is available anywhere on the screen and lets you move text, photos, and files from one app to another.

• The new document scanning feature in Notes lets you scan single pages or multi-page documents, corrects shadow areas, and uses image filters to keep text crisp and easy to read.

• With tighter integration with Apple Pencil, you can now draw between paragraphs of text and take handwritten notes in Notes and Mail. Using Instant Markup, you can sign documents, annotate PDF files and make sketches on screenshots, and new feature Instant Notes lets you open Notes from the lock screen by simply tapping the display with the tip of your Apple Pencil. You can also now search for handwritten words or symbols.

Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard

Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard, sold separately, help improve iPad Pro functionality and accuracy. Apple Pencil features advanced sensors that measure pressure and angle, so you can draw, annotate, and take notes as naturally as you would with a regular pencil. The 10.5-inch iPad Pro features a new full-size Smart Keyboard that's ultra-thin and durable, requiring no charging or Bluetooth connectivity. And when folded, it turns into a durable Smart Cover.

Prices and Availability

• iPad Pro 10.5 inches in colors "space gray", "rose gold", gold and silver is available at a price of 46,990 rubles on the Apple website.. iPad Pro 12.9 inches in colors "space grey", gold and silver is available priced from 58,990 rubles on the Apple website. Additional information is available on the website website/ru/ipad.
• New iPad Pro models are available for order on the site/ru website today, and delivery of devices to customers will begin next week. Both models will be available next week in Apple Stores, as well as select carriers and Apple Authorized Resellers (prices may vary) in the US and 37 other countries and regions such as Australia, UK, Germany, Hong Kong, Spain, Italy, Canada, China, Netherlands, Russia, France, Switzerland, Sweden and Japan. In India, UAE, Turkey and other countries and regions, the devices will be available later in June. Sales will begin in July in Brazil, Mexico, South Korea and other countries and regions.
• Apple Pencil is available at a price of 7,490 rubles on the website. The Smart Keyboard in charcoal black is available at a price of 11,490 rubles on the site for iPad Pro 10.5 inches and at a price of 12,290 rubles on the site for iPad Pro 12.9 inches with layouts for more than 30 languages, including simplified Chinese , Spanish, German, French and Japanese.
• The new leather case-case in several colors is available at a price of 5,790 rubles and 6,590 rubles on the website for iPad Pro 10.5-inch and 12.9-inch models. A new case for the Apple Pencil in several colors is available for 2,390 rubles on the website. Smart Covers made of polyurethane and leather in several colors are available for 4,990 rubles and 5,790 rubles on the Apple website.

Apple revolutionized the world personal devices, introducing the Macintosh in 1984. Today, Apple is a global leader in innovation with iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and Apple TV. Apple's four software platforms - iOS, macOS, watchOS and tvOS - ensure that all Apple devices work seamlessly and provide users with unique services, including the App Store, Apple Music, Apple Pay and iCloud. Apple's 100,000 employees are dedicated to creating the best products on Earth and helping to leave the world better than we found it.

¹Battery life may vary depending on device settings, usage conditions, and other factors. Actual results may vary.
² Some carriers may sell iPad Pro (10.5-inch and 12.9-inch) with internal storage locked Apple card SIM. For additional information Contact your carrier. Apple SIM and built-in Apple SIM are not available in China.
³ 4G LTE networks are not available in all regions or with all carriers. Speed ​​depends on local conditions. Contact your carrier for details.
4 Apple Pay is not available in all countries. A list of countries where Apple Pay is available can be found on this page.

iPad X Pro: News, leaks and rumors travel fast! We've collected all the news about the release date, price and specifications for the new iPad X Pro 2018 (or iPad X)

Apple released one new iPad back in 2018, but fans are still waiting for the next one iPad generation Pro. It should be a breakthrough: a completely new design inspired by the iPhone X, strongly hinted at by changes to the iPad interface that came with iOS 12, and there is evidence that the screen will have rounded corners.

In this article, we collect rumors about the new iPad X Pro models released in 2018, including their specifications, features, design, prices and release date.

We think the new iPad X Pro models will likely arrive in the fall of 2018, possibly in September along with the new iPhone.

On August 30, Apple sent out Invitations to a special event on September 12, so be sure to add that date to your calendar as this could be the first time we see the new iPad X Pro.

More than 14 months have passed since the last iPad update Pro (at WWDC on Friday June 5, 2017), and during WWDC 2018 there was only a demo of iOS 12. The updated iOS 12 hinted at upcoming changes to the iPad interface to make it look like the iPhone X. Check it out by swiping up from the bottom screen to bring up the Home screen, and swipe from top to bottom right to see the control center. This strongly hints that Apple is going to remove the Home button.

In late June 2018, TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo published a note (via MacRumors) that he still expected to see an iPad X Pro with Face ID "in the second half of 2018."

Additionally, regulatory filings that surfaced in early July 2018 indicate that five new iPad models are in the works. The list of iPads included A1876, A2013, A1934, A1979, A2014. All of them ran iOS 11 - they are expected to be released before iOS launch 12 in September.

iPad X Pro 2018: Price

The price of the iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) starts at 48,800 rubles, while the 12.9 in model starts at 67,700 rubles. We expect Apple to launch its 2018 iPad X Pro at around the same price, but this could be subject to currency fluctuations and production changes.

Apple has raised prices in Russia as the ruble has weakened following sanctions in 2014 and 2018, and it's possible prices could rise again if the ruble continues to fall.

iPad X Pro 2018: Design

With the release of the iPhone X in late 2017, it looks like the design of the 2018 iPad X Pro will be inspired by that phone - so you can expect the Home button to be gone. But what else could change in terms of design?

No home button

Apple is expected to carry over some design changes from the iPhone X to the iPad Pro line in 2018, namely removing the Home button. This will lead to major changes to the iPad X Pro interface in iOS 12.

The removal of the Home button is not a surprise. However, it seems to suggest that there won't be an iPhone X-style notch, which likely means Apple could embed the Face ID camera and related components into the bezel at the top of the device.

Bloomberg sources expected back in November 2017 that at least one new iPad model would ditch the Home button and switch from Touch ID to Face ID.

Face ID

Back in October 2017, Kgi Securities analyst Mini-Chi Kuo predicted that the new iPad X Pro 2018 would include a TrueDepth camera for Animoji and Face ID.

More evidence of an iPhone X-style iPad comes from developer Stephen Troughton-Smith, who tweeted on July 5 that he had found more evidence that Apple would release an iPad with Face ID.

If the iPad offers Animoji it follows that it will be equipped with a TrueDepth camera.

New iPad gestures in the iOS 12 beta also suggest the new iPad will ditch the Home button in favor of a Face ID camera.

Apparently, the Face ID camera will be able to recognize users even if the device is in landscape mode. Developer Guilherme Rambo noted this when he found code in a beta that indicated Face ID would work in landscape orientation.

New iPad gestures in the iOS 12 beta also suggest the new iPad will ditch the Home button in favor of a Face ID camera.

A report from Japanese supply chain Mac Otakara in July suggested that Apple was having difficulty getting Face ID to work in landscape orientation. Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman noted that the new iPad X Pro will offer horizontal support for Face ID.

We think it's unlikely that Face ID won't work when the iPad is in landscape mode, given that the iPhone X can recognize the user when they're lying on their side in bed. It would be surprising if Apple couldn't find a solution to this problem before launch. Supposedly, users can rotate the device during the face capture process.

iPad X Pro 2018: Big screen

The current iPad Pro is available in two screen sizes: 12.9 inches and 10.5 inches.

It appears that by removing the Home button and making the bezels smaller, the new iPad Pro model will allow Apple to make the 10.5 model's screen size closer to 11.

A Chinese report in March 2018 claimed that an 11-inch iPad Pro was in development, as well as a 12.9-inch version.

This suggests that the larger iPad 12.9in will not be larger than it is now, but it may be that Apple can reduce the size of this model while maintaining a larger screen.

iPad X Pro 2018: Dimensions

Reduced bezels could mean the iPads themselves could be smaller. A report on Japanese site Macotakara says the 10.5in model will measure from 250.6 x 174.1 x 6.1mm to 247.5 x 178.7 x 6mm, while the 12.9-inch device will shrink from 305. 7 x 220.6 x 6.9mm to 280 x 215 x 6.4mm.

The iPad X 12.9 model is expected to have a larger screen, but will have smaller size, while the smaller model will get a larger screen size without getting any bigger.

iPad X Pro 2018: Rounded corners

Of course, the device itself will have rounded corners, but there is growing evidence that, like the iPhone X, the new iPad's screen will have a bulge at the top.

An icon found in the iOS 12 beta seemed to hint at a very slight rounding in the corners of the screen, but it was too small to be sure. However, further compelling evidence has since been discovered.

This is a UI mask for rounding the corners of application interfaces, and its shape is unmistakable.

iPad X Pro 2018: OLED

The Galaxy Tab S4 went on sale on August 10, 2018 and is a strong competitor to Apple's iPad.

The Tab S4 has a Super AMOLED screen with 287ppi pixel density (2560x1600 resolution). It also comes with a stylus.

So, can Apple match the screen on the S4? Bloomberg sources did not expect this screen to be OLED back in November 2017. They're not saying why, but after the manufacturing difficulties (and supply shortages) the iPhone X's OLED screen seemingly caused, the company may be moving away from OLED on the iPad X Pro.

We see the first concept illustrations of the 2018 iPad. Remember, these are completely unofficial: they are projects that people not affiliated with Apple came up with as a way to visualize the most popular rumors.

Here are some looks from the ever creative Martin Hadjek, who went to the foreground, without extras. ‘tap, with an inscription on the tablet for the next iPad Pro model. He calls it the iPad Pro X, but for now he's using the WWDC 2018 cover.

Hayek has released numerous image sets on this topic. In an earlier set, he added Apple's new Smart Pencil, which looks great in black and silver.

Already at the end of this month, namely on October 30, a presentation of Apple is scheduled to take place in the United States of America. This is the second event of the apple corporation, which is taking place this fall. There are rumors that on this day the manufacturer will show us new Mac Minis. MacBook Air and updated family iPad tablets Pro 2018. It’s the Cupertino tablets that we’ll be talking about today.

What will the new iPad Pro 2018 be like?

Based on insider data, we can judge technical specifications new generation of flagship devices. As you might have guessed, the main innovation of this year will be a frameless screen. To implement this now fashionable technology, manufacturers had to abandon the Home button under the screen. Now the tablets will be fully controlled using gestures, and unlocking is carried out by face using FaceID, which is already implemented in the company’s smartphones. Also, indirect confirmation of this information can be photographs of the expected new products leaked online.

Thanks to the frameless design, the devices will not only look stylish, but will also become more compact. The dimensions of the iPad 10.5 from 250.6 x 174.1 x 6.1 mm will be reduced to 247.5 x 178.7 x 6 mm, and the 12.9-inch tablet will be reduced from 305.7 x 220.6 x 6.9 mm to 280 x 215 x 6.4 mm. These will be the thinnest tablets in the company's history.

Also, the new tablets will receive a more advanced user facial recognition system. The new built-in sensor will allow you to perform facial identification from any position of the tablet, be it horizontal or vertical.

Another quite predictable, but not the most pleasant innovation is the complete abandonment of the 3.5 mm audio jack. It should also be the company's first tablet to feature USB-C port will replace the Lightning connector. It is expected that the new flagships will receive the most powerful processor in Apple's entire line of chipsets - the A12 Bionic, which debuted in the recently introduced iPhone XS and XS Max. This is the most powerful processor for portable devices today, seriously superior to the Snapdragon 845 and Kirin 780.

A new Magnetic Connector will appear on the back of the tablet. This interface is useful for connecting to a tablet external keyboard Smart Keyboard and other accessories with peripherals. The manufacturer should also update the Apple Pencil stylus, which is specially designed for the flagship line of tablets.

iPad Pro 2018 release date and price

Apple always opens pre-orders for its new devices immediately after their presentation ends. We know when the iPad Pro 2018 will be released - October 30, which means pre-orders will be open on this day. But the problem is that Russia may simply not get into the first wave of sales of new products; alas, this happens quite often. This possibility is worth taking into account, but experts predict that in Russia it will be possible to buy new tablets within 2-3 weeks after their official presentation

As for the cost of flagship tablet PCs, it will become known only at the presentation itself. So, to get accurate information you will have to wait until October 30th. But according to preliminary information, the new items will retain the price of the previous generation iPad Pro, which, in turn, will become cheaper. Among the models released in 2017, the most affordable modification is the iPad Pro 10.5 inches with a 64 GB drive, the price of which is now 46,990 rubles. The most expensive tablet with a 12.9-inch screen and 512 GB flash memory costs 86,990 rubles. But do not underestimate the thirst for profit of our retailers, who in the first months after the announcement of new products can set unreasonably high prices for them.