Apple unveils powerful new iPad Pros

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Apple recently launched a significant update to its iPad lineup, including all-new iPad Pros and, for the first time, iPad Airs in two sizes. This signals Apple's focus on reinvigorating the tablet market with powerful tools for professionals and consumers alike.

The centrepiece of the new iPad Pro is the custom-designed M4 chip. This powerhouse promises a remarkable 4x performance improvement over previous iPad Pro models. Even compared to Apple's latest M3-powered MacBooks, the M4 boasts exceptional AI capabilities, hinting at exciting possibilities unveiled at the upcoming developer conference.

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Apple's AI push reportedly starts with the iPad Pro

Apple’s Johny Srouji introduces new Mac chips (Photo: Brooks Kraft/Apple)

Apple is accelerating its chip development, with the next-generation M4 set to debut this year in iMacs, MacBook Pros, and Mac minis. The M4 boasts a significantly upgraded Neural Engine, paving the way for powerful new AI features. But there's more: there's a strong possibility the upcoming iPad Pro will also sport the M4, making it Apple's first truly AI-powered device. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman talks about the possibility in the newest edition of his Power On newsletter.

This strategic move aligns with the booming AI trend in tech. By supposedly unveiling the iPad Pro before its June Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), Apple can showcase its AI chip strategy without overshadowing other announcements. 

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Apple poised for May launch of new iPads with OLED displays, larger Air model

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Apple is set to unveil new iPad models in early May, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. These next-generation iPads were initially expected for March or April, but delays in OLED display manufacturing and software development pushed back the launch date.

The highlight of the release is expected to be the new iPad Pro featuring an OLED display, a first for the iPad lineup. Gurman also hints at redesigned Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil accessories for the Pro line, though specifics remain under wraps.

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Apple's iPad Pro tipped to get a major revamp

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Apple's iPad Pro lineup is set for its biggest redesign since 2018, with all-new OLED displays replacing the current LCD technology. The company has reportedly placed an initial order of 8.5 million panels from South Korean suppliers, with Samsung Display handling the roughly 11-inch models and LG Display tackling the larger 13-inch versions. This split suggests Apple anticipates the larger iPad Pro to be slightly more popular, with LG producing 4.5 million panels compared to Samsung's 4 million for 2024.

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