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Apple is going to release new iPad Pro at WWDC
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I havent had an ipad since i got rid of both of my ipad pros. To return, I would need a higher screen resolution and maybe a higher PPI than 264. I would also need at least mouse support or 3D touch; one or the other can help the so-called "pro" experience and a native file manager. I am willing to ignore the PPI if it doesn't increase but the rest will be make or break in terms of purchasing. Also, Apple really needs to decrease the size of the Apple pencil. I believe its too large and doesnt quite have that real pen feeling.
Sounds like your needs aren't that of a tablet to begin with.
I'm so glad that people are finally understanding this, you seem to understand it perfectly. I couldn't stand the 'why is Apple complicating the lineup' complaints when the first rumors of the 10.5" emerged. It was clear then that it would be based on the 7.9" display height and would replace the 9.7" Pro.
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Of course the 10.5" will be present, and they have no reason not to also update the 13" MBP with the 15". The 10.5" was set for a release in the first half of the year, originally being March - the 12.9" release is actually based on the 10.5" not the other way around. But yeah, it looks to be an exciting event for hardware. Personally the Siri Speaker is at the bottom of my excitement list along with watchOS 4.
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Yeah the only spec differences may be the clock speed of the processor as well as the better/louder speakers on the 12.9".
By disappearance of the physical home button, do you mean a move to a taptic home button or a removal altogether? Based on my information, I believe it will retain a home button and I am truly hoping it's a taptic one because it allows for customisation, better water-proofing, but more importantly I don't think it would come alone without 3D touch. The thickness increase could be partly due to 3D Touch - I hope that is the case as I would like to see it on an iPad. The headphone jack will stay this year.
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You'll get the ppi increase. Like you, i'm hoping for 3D touch, mouse support, and a native file manager.
I agree that they should decrease the size of the pencil, and make it attach to the iPad as well as inductively charge from the iPad. But as for comparisons, there's a reason they didn't call it an 'Apple Pen'. People are comparing it to the size of a pen when they should be comparing it to pencils - where Apple clearly got their inspiration from.
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Curious why you mention this - didn't the 6s get thicker than the 6 because of the addition of 3D Touch?
Though while I love 3D Touch on the iPhone, I have a hard time picturing using it on a larger screen that isn't always being supported directly behind like an iphone is.
It sure seems like 3D touch would be useless in many vertical use cases like when connected to the Smart Keyboard.
Yeah, although checking it I realise that the change was only .2mm, and the iPad 10.5" is .3mm thicker than the 9.7" so it's possible - i'll correct this on my post.
I can see it working because it is still sturdy when holding it with 1 hand, maybe setting the pressure sensitivity lower would make it easier. Although when using a smart cover stand it would just fall back regardless of the sensitivity.
It is very much a 'pro' feature. I think a lot of people didn't like the added complexity on an iPhone, but users seem to be begging for more functionality with iPad Pro. It could be useful for the keyboard trackpad, drag and drop, positioning a PiP window anywhere on the screen, as well as generally speeding up actions, not to mention game enhancements so I really hope we do see it.
I think that is a high possibility that Apple is going to release 2 new IPad Pro models at WWDC:IPad Pro 2 10.5 inch , IPad Pro 2 12.9 inch
Ipad Line up :
Ipad 2017
IPad Pro 2 10.5
IPad Pro 2 12.9
IPad Pro 1 12.9
Maybe an new IPad Mini ???
IPad Mini 4 and IPad Pro 9.7 will be removed from the iPad line up. 12.9 iPad Pro Will remain as the 12.9 Low cost model. IPad 2017 the low cost 9.7
Ipad Line up :
Ipad 2017
IPad Pro 2 10.5
IPad Pro 2 12.9
IPad Pro 1 12.9
Maybe an new IPad Mini ???
IPad Mini 4 and IPad Pro 9.7 will be removed from the iPad line up. 12.9 iPad Pro Will remain as the 12.9 Low cost model. IPad 2017 the low cost 9.7
I don't think (well I truly hope) that they don't go back to numbering again. I think the iPad (2017) release in March was a pretty good sign that they're going to an iPad + iPad Pro lineup.
But do agree that we'll likely see new Pro 10.5 and 12.9.
I hope so too, but typically not. Probably ordering will open up Friday 6/9 for delivery for the next Friday 6/16 would be my bet at best.
That must have new tech attitude is just not as relevant other than bragging rights any more for most applications. Especially a tablet where a little thinner, a little faster, slightly better screen and bold new colors are the new tech.
Of course, I don't know why people are considering the possibility that there won't be a new 12.9". There will be. As for the mini, I don't expect it to be removed from the lineup so quickly, if at all. Despite reported sales, Apple could still update it with spec bumps or even implement other features. I am really hoping they do.