Yeah considering the recent events kind of don’t know why they released it now but it was probably decided months ago that it was way before perhaps even the outbreak started in China. Just kind of odd. I would assume it would effect some sales because of it.
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iPad Pro Will you keep your current iPad Pro or upgrade to the 2020 iPP?
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Yeah considering the recent events kind of don’t know why they released it now but it was probably decided months ago that it was way before perhaps even the outbreak started in China. Just kind of odd. I would assume it would effect some sales because of it.
Can't see it being hugely high now, I'm in the same boat, it's 2nd Gen right and the "new" one is 4th Gen??
I think I will be keeping my iPad Pro 11 1st Gen. It's still blazing fast and according to the Apple Website, the magic keyboard is compatible with the 1st Gen Pro. I don't see enough difference in the new one versus the old one to make me lay out another 900 dollars for a 256gb tablet.
I may look at the magic keyboard sometime in the future, but the press release also says the trackpad in 13.4 will work with a Magic Mouse, so that may circumvent the need for a new keyboard. We'll see next week when 13.4 releases.
From the Press Release
I may look at the magic keyboard sometime in the future, but the press release also says the trackpad in 13.4 will work with a Magic Mouse, so that may circumvent the need for a new keyboard. We'll see next week when 13.4 releases.
From the Press Release
Apple unveils new iPad Pro with LiDAR Scanner and trackpad support in iPadOS
Apple today unveiled its most advanced iPad Pro, adding an Ultra Wide camera and studio-quality mics, and a breakthrough LiDAR Scanner.
www.apple.com
- iPadOS 13.4 with trackpad support will be available on March 24 as a free software update for all iPad Pro models, iPad Air 2 and later, iPad 5th generation and later, and iPad mini 4 and later.
- Trackpad support will be available on any iPad running iPadOS 13.4, and work with Apple’s Magic Mouse 2, Magic Trackpad 2 and the Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro. Third-party mice connected over Bluetooth or USB are also supported.
I’m keeping my 11” iPad Pro. After using 64GB model over a year, I’ve recently upgraded to a 256GB model and I’m staying for good. For my usage scenario, I don’t think this a new generation. It’s more of a makeup for 2020.
+ 128GB base storage
+ WiFi 6 Support
+ Additional camera (if you ever use it)
+ Better mic
- The rest is same (no info on A12Z and RAM). Feels like an SoC update of Apple Watch Series 5
+ 128GB base storage
+ WiFi 6 Support
+ Additional camera (if you ever use it)
+ Better mic
- The rest is same (no info on A12Z and RAM). Feels like an SoC update of Apple Watch Series 5
doesn’t give me much confidence in iPads if components are already having issues after 2-3 years.
Lol it’s not going to have 8GB. 6GB if that.
unlikely to happen for awhile. iOS has always been efficient with memory usage and Apple notoriously stingy on RAM. If anything 6 on the next. No mention of an upgrade over 4 on tech specs so I would assume this model rocks 4.
Probably not. My 2nd Gen 12.9 is still perfectly fine and does everything I want. If someone starts making a keyboard case with UK layout and trackpad for the older iPads I would be interested in that
Well I was using a 256GB 12.9 2018 iPP and found a great deal not too long ago on the 1TB 12.9 2018 iPP. Not too much of a price difference after selling the older one. (both cellular models)
I got more storage and the upgrade to 6GB of RAM along with a newer warranty.
Definitely keeping this one for a long time.
I got more storage and the upgrade to 6GB of RAM along with a newer warranty.
Definitely keeping this one for a long time.
Will be keeping my 2018 11 inch iPad Pro (that I love). The new one looks great but I don't need it.
Considering the uncertainty of everything right now i'm hanging on to my 2018 for now. I would maybe think about upgrading later this year or just skipping entirely. I am interested in the keyboard though.
I'm already on a two year cycle. I buy the best iPP I can afford, save a bit every month for two years, then buy the top of the line gain, rinse & repeat.
The keyboard I am very interested in, but that price?!!
The keyboard I am very interested in, but that price?!!
I’ll keep my current one, but get the keyboard (assuming the world returns to normal).
I see zero reason for me to upgrade from what I currently have. I don't use the camera on my ipad until I sell my phones, then I need photos of those devices. ipad's in the past few years are still going strong, not one issue so I'll just stick with what I've got. Still have ipad pro first gen that has zero issues, nothing slow for what I use them for.
I've been set to order for several months now and have $1,900 in credit saved. However, looking over the specs this looks to be an 2018 11" iPad Pro with a new camera, an "A12Z" chip which looks to be an incremental update to the A12, with a new $300 keyboard.
To upgrade my 2017 10.5" iPad Pro to my desired setup would cost me $2,045 after tax and I just don't see the value in that personally. I want a new iPad, but the updates look very mild compared to the 2018 model and I don't want to pay that much for something incrementally better than what's been on the market for a while. I was hoping for mentions of display improvements and a meaningfully faster SoC (lets see how the A12Z performs before we judge it though).
To upgrade my 2017 10.5" iPad Pro to my desired setup would cost me $2,045 after tax and I just don't see the value in that personally. I want a new iPad, but the updates look very mild compared to the 2018 model and I don't want to pay that much for something incrementally better than what's been on the market for a while. I was hoping for mentions of display improvements and a meaningfully faster SoC (lets see how the A12Z performs before we judge it though).
I’m cheerfully hanging onto my launch day IPP 11 inch which is still coping with all my needs with absolutely no sign of stress....quite the best iPad I’ve had.
Not that bothered by the camera and, if I really want it, can always buy the trackpad keyboard but wow, it seems very, very expensive.
Having been one of those bitten by the ipad 3 debacle, I also suspect that this is a short life update before a 5G IPP with a beefier processor comes along.
Not that bothered by the camera and, if I really want it, can always buy the trackpad keyboard but wow, it seems very, very expensive.
Having been one of those bitten by the ipad 3 debacle, I also suspect that this is a short life update before a 5G IPP with a beefier processor comes along.
I’m jealous that your kool aid is that strong.
Kool Aid isn't a strong drink.
It seems to be if it makes somebody with significant issues leave their old devices that aren’t even 2 years old behind to buy something that is the same thing but barely a facelift.
But who knows what else you’re drinking over there...
But sure, the shareholder in me encourages you to buy, not just one but multiple of these.
My 2nd gen 10.5 Pro works fantastically for Streaming, Gaming and all my productivity needs.
I'll upgrade to the 2020 Pro in 2022
I don't think it would be that long ! 18 Months Cycle reckons we could have a new avatar in somewhere 0ct-Nov 2021