Apple has once again pushed the boundaries of innovation with its latest iPad Pro and iPad Air lineup. During the highly anticipated “Let Loose” event, the company introduced groundbreaking features that redefine what’s possible in a tablet.
iPad Pro
The new iPad Pro boasts a stunningly thin and light design, making it the thinnest Apple product ever. Available in silver and space black finishes, it comes in two sizes: a bigger 13-inch model and a super-portable 11-inch model. The 11-inch model is just 5.3 mm thin, while the 13-inch model is even thinner at a striking 5.1 mm.
The highlight of the new iPad Pro is its breakthrough Ultra Retina XDR display. Using state-of-the-art tandem OLED technology, this display delivers unparalleled visual quality. Whether you’re editing photos, watching videos, or working on creative projects, the Ultra Retina XDR display ensures stunning clarity, vibrant colours, and deep blacks.
At the heart of the iPad Pro lies the M4 System on a Chip (SoC), the next generation of Apple silicon. This chip takes performance to new heights. With a 10-core CPU (including 4 performance cores and 6 efficiency cores), the M4 is 1.5 times faster than its predecessor, the M2, in CPU performance. The M4 also features an entirely new display engine optimized for the Ultra Retina XDR display. It’s a powerhouse for artificial intelligence tasks, thanks to its powerful Neural Engine.
The new iPad Pro introduces the Apple Pencil Pro, taking the pencil experience to the next level. With powerful new interactions, it’s perfect for artists, designers, and note-takers. The Apple Pencil Pro enhances precision, responsiveness, and creativity. Whether you’re sketching, annotating, or editing, it’s a game-changer.
Apple has also revamped the Magic Keyboard for the iPad Pro. Thinner and lighter, it’s packed with incredible features. The Magic Keyboard provides a comfortable typing experience, a trackpad for seamless navigation, and a protective case for your iPad Pro.
The new iPad Pro, Apple Pencil Pro, and Magic Keyboard are available for pre-order starting today, with in-store availability beginning on Wednesday, May 15.
iPad Air
The redesigned iPad Air comes in two sizes: the familiar 11-inch model and an all-new 13-inch model. Both models are incredibly thin, with the 13-inch version measuring a mere 5.1 millimeters in thickness. Powering these sleek tablets is the M2 chip, an upgrade from the previous generation. The M2 is lightning-fast, making multitasking, gaming, and creative work a breeze.
The iPad Air features Apple’s breakthrough Ultra Retina XDR display. Using OLED technology (similar to what’s found in iPhones), this display delivers vibrant colours, deep blacks, and exceptional clarity. Apple developed a new technology called “tandem OLED” specifically for the iPad Air. The result? Brighter screens with more vivid colours, branded as Ultra Retina XDR.
Pre-orders for the new iPad Air models started immediately after the event, and shipping begins on Wednesday, May 15th. Starting at $599(₹50000), the iPad Air promises to be a must-have for students, professionals, and creative enthusiasts alike.