Apple launched its new tablets, ‘iPad Pro 11-inch and iPad Pro 12.9-inch’ at its Spring Loaded event. Both models are powered by Apple’s M1 chip which promises a 50 percent leap in CPU performance and 40 percent fast GPU performance if we compare it to the A12X Bionic chip seen on predecessor models.
The 12.9-inch iPad Pro model is the first to feature a mini-LED Liquid Retina XDR display whereas the 11-inch model features LED-backlit display. Across the entire back of the mini-LED display, the latest cutting-edge mini-LED uses over 10,000 LEDs. It has a full-screen brightness of up to 1000 nits, a peak brightness of 1600 nits, and a contrast ratio of one million to one. Both models support ProMotion, True Tone, and P3 big colour, giving HDR and Dolby Vision content an unrivalled mobile cinematic experience.
Also, both iPad models are first to come with 5G eSIM support, Thunderbolt support and USB 4 via USB-C port.
Apple M1’s ISP and Neural Engine unlock even more capabilities from the pro camera system, including support for Smart HDR 3 on iPad Pro for the first time. In low-light situations, the ISP and LiDAR Scanner focus images and videos rapidly and precisely, capturing amazing imagery with almost no light.
iPad Pro 11-inch: Specifications and Features
iPad Pro 11-inch model sports a Liquid Retina LED-backlit display with P3 Color Gamut, 600 nits brightness, 264 PPI and 2388×1668 pixels resolution.
Based on iOS 14.5, the tab runs on Apple M1 chip 8-core CPU with 4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores, 8-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine. It comes in 8GB/16GB RAM options. The tablet has the support of a cellular SIM (varies with models).
In optics, there is a dual rear camera setup, the first camera includes a 12MP wide sensor with f/2.4 aperture and the second camera includes a 10MP ultra-wide-angle sensor with f/2.4 aperture. The rear camera comes with a 5P lens, a Sapphire crystal lens cover, Autofocus with Focus Pixels (Wide), Brighter True Tone flash.
On the front, there is a 12MP 122-degree Ultra Wide TrueDepth sensor. The front camera comes with a Portrait mode with advanced bokeh and Depth Control, Portrait Lighting, Retina Flash.
When it comes to storage, the tablet comes in 128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB/2TB internal storage options. Connectivity suite of the smartphone includes 5G (optional), Wi-Fi 6 802.11ax (2.4GHz, 5GHz), Bluetooth 5, HT80 with MIMO, Built‑in GPS/GNSS, and Thunderbolt 3 / USB 4 (up to 40 Gbps) / USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps) port.
The sensors onboard the handset are an accelerometer, three-axis gyroscope, barometer, ambient light sensor and LiDAR Scanner.
iPad Pro 11-inch battery capacity is 28.65Wh (Up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi, watching video, or listening to music). The tablet measures 247.6×178.5×5.9mm and weighs 466/468 grams.
Features:
- Five microphones for calls, video recording, and audio recording, Four speaker audio.
- Face ID support.
iPad Pro 12.9-inch: Specifications and Features
iPad Pro 12.9-inch model sports a Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED display with P3 Color Gamut, 1000 nits max full-screen brightness, 1600 nits peak brightness (HDR), 264 PPI and 2732×2048 pixels resolution.
iPad Pro 12.9-inch battery capacity is 40.88Wh (Up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi, watching video, or listening to music). The tablet measures 247.6×178.5×5.9mm and weighs 466/468 grams.
Other specifications and features are identical to 11-inch iPad Pro.
Price in India, Sale Date, Availability
iPad Pro 11-inch Price:
- 128GB WiFi – Rs. 71,900
- 256GB WiFi – Rs. 80,900
- 512GB WiFi – Rs. 98,900
- 1TB WiFi – Rs. 1,34,900
- 2TB WiFi – Rs. 1,70,900
- 128GB WiFi + Cellular – Rs. 85,900
- 256GB WiFi + Cellular – Rs. 94,900
- 512GB WiFi + Cellular – Rs. 1,12,900
- 1TB WiFi + Cellular – Rs. 1,48,900
- 2TB WiFi + Cellular – Rs. 1,84,900
iPad Pro 12.9-inch Price:
- 128GB WiFi – Rs. 99,900
- 256GB WiFi – Rs. 1,08,900
- 512GB WiFi – Rs. 1,26,900
- 1TB WiFi – Rs. 1,62,900
- 2TB WiFi – Rs. 1,98,900
- 128GB WiFi + Cellular – Rs. 1,13,900
- 256GB WiFi + Cellular – Rs. 1,22,900
- 512GB WiFi + Cellular – Rs. 1,40,900
- 1TB WiFi + Cellular – Rs. 1,76,900
- 2TB WiFi + Cellular – Rs. 2,12,900
iPad Accessories Price:
- Magic Keyboard – Rs. 27,900 (for 11-inch iPad Pro) / Rs. 31900 (for 12.9-inch iPad Pro)
- Smart Keyboard Folio – Rs. 15,900 (for 11-inch iPad Pro) / Rs. 17,900 (for 12.9-inch iPad Pro)
Availability in India:
- Both iPad Pro model comes in Space Gray and Silver colour options.
- Both tablets will be available for purchase on Apple.com and other major online/offline retails stores starting April 30. Availability will be in the second half of May.
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