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New iPad Pro model powered by the M2 chip unveiled by Apple

Supercharge your productivity with the latest iPad Pro, boasting superfast Wi-Fi 6E, ProRes video capture, an enhanced Apple Pencil hover experience, and iPadOS 16's impressive features.

Apple unveils the new iPad Pro, turbocharged by the M2 processor
Apple unveils the new iPad Pro, turbocharged by the M2 processor

New iPad Pro model powered by the M2 chip unveiled by Apple

Apple has announced the latest addition to its iPad Pro lineup, offering enhanced performance, connectivity, and productivity features. The new iPad Pro comes in two sizes – 11-inch and 12.9-inch – and is available in silver and space gray finishes with various storage configurations.

Superfast Connectivity and Global 5G Support

The new iPad Pro models feature superfast wireless connectivity, supporting Wi-Fi 6E for download speeds up to 2.4Gb/s, which is 2x faster than the previous generation. Additionally, the Wi-Fi + Cellular models now support more 5G networks worldwide, including sub-6GHz and mmWave, providing a seamless and speedy connection no matter where you are.

Powerful Processing Power with M2 Chip

Powering the new iPad Pro is Apple's next-generation chip, the M2. This powerful processor delivers a significant boost in performance, making the iPad Pro an ideal tool for demanding tasks such as video editing, 3D modeling, and coding.

Enhanced Apple Pencil Experience

The new iPad Pro offers a next-level Apple Pencil hover experience. Users can now see a preview of their mark before they make it, providing a more intuitive and precise drawing and writing experience.

Productivity-Boosting Features with iPadOS 16

The new iPad Pro comes with iPadOS 16, the operating system designed specifically for iPad. This update introduces powerful productivity features, such as Reference Mode for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro with Liquid Retina XDR display. This feature is particularly useful for workflows like review and approve, news, and compositing.

Another notable feature is Stage Manager, a new multitasking experience that enables users to work with multiple apps at once in a more organized and efficient manner. Full external display support for Stage Manager on M1 and M2 iPad models will be available in a software update later this year.

Affordable Education Pricing and Accessories

Education pricing is available for the new iPad Pro, making it an affordable choice for students and educators. The 11-inch model starts at $749 (US), while the 12.9-inch model starts at $999 (US).

Accessories for the new iPad Pro include the Magic Keyboard, available for $299 (US) for the 11-inch model and $349 (US) for the 12.9-inch model. The Smart Folio is also available, priced at $79 (US) for the 11-inch model and $99 (US) for the 12.9-inch model. For those who prefer the Smart Keyboard Folio, it is available for $179 (US) for the 11-inch model and $199 (US) for the 12.9-inch model.

Environmental Considerations

Apple has designed the new iPad Pro with a focus on minimizing its impact on the environment. The device uses 100 percent recycled gold and recycled aluminum in its construction.

Availability and Pricing

The new iPad Pro is available to order beginning October 18, 2022, with availability in stores beginning October 26. The 11-inch iPad Pro starts at $799 (US) for the Wi-Fi model and $999 (US) for the Wi-Fi + Cellular model. The 12.9-inch iPad Pro starts at $1,099 (US) for the Wi-Fi model and $1,299 (US) for the Wi-Fi + Cellular model.

Apple Pencil (2nd generation), available for purchase separately, is compatible with the new iPad Pro for $129 (US). iPadOS 16, the operating system designed specifically for iPad, will be available as a free software update for eligible iPad models beginning October 24, 2022.

Customers can trade in their current iPad and get credit toward a new one. Apple provides personalized support and advice, convenient delivery and pickup options, and a number of other services in-store and online.

The first countries where full support for Stage Manager on iPadOS 16 will be available are the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Later this year, Stage Manager will unlock full external display support with resolutions of up to 6K.

With its enhanced performance, connectivity, and productivity features, the new iPad Pro is set to redefine what's possible on a tablet device.

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