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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Rumored Features of the Upcoming iPad Pro



When the rumors of iPad Pro broke out last August 2014, there has been a never-ending talk about the possibility of a larger iPad, along with other expected greater features. The upcoming iPad Pro is the next evolution of Apple's long-running slate, something that could replace a laptop with a larger screen, more powerful processor, and an attachable keyboard. With more features ranging from dual operating systems to a Touch ID button, including features that we have come to love in the iPad Air 2 such as 2GB RAM and 802.11ac Wi-Fi. If this makes you a little more curious as to what the upcoming tablet can bring to the table, check out some of the rumored features surrounding the iPad Pro.

BIGGER THAN EVER

Initially, there have been reports that the iPad Pro will be definitely big, measuring 12.9 inches diagonally. If the iPad is said to replace your MacBook, then it has to be bigger. Since then, articles circling around the web announce that the larger iPad will be sporting a 12.9-inch screen, and be called iPad Plus, instead of iPad Pro or iPad Air Plus. With this expected size, the iPad Pro would be closest in size to the 13-inch MacBook Air.


While rumors on the larger (largest?) iPad is still at gray area, it is believed that the tablet will closely resemble the iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 3, still having its signature thin chassis and slim bezels. A website in Japan hinted that the king-size iPad will be somewhat thicker than the slender iPad Air 2, which measures 6.1 mm thick. The iPad Pro's size is expected to come between 6.9 and 7.1 mm, meaning it will be about as thick as the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.

PROCESSOR AND RAM

Also similar with the iPad Air 2, the iPad Pro will be shipped with the triple-core A8X processor. As an upgrade to the A8 processor, which was introduced in the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus models, the A8X offers some noticeable performance enhancements. Based on the Geekbench 3 multi-core benchmark, the A8X processor in the iPad Air 2 is up to 55 percent faster than the A8 processor in the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.


Although most rumors are suggesting that the iPad Pro will be integrated with the same A8X processor used in the iPad Air 2, there's one rumor surfaced that Apple will be introducing an updated, and more powerful A9 processor for the iPad Pro.

The iPad Pro is also expected to be shipped with 2GB of RAM, same with the iPad Air 2, which is the first Apple mobile device to have 2GB RAM.

SMART COVER with KEYBOARD and STYLUS

Apple's Smart Cover is expected to be a lot smarter when it is rumored to come out with the iPad Pro. According to a recent patent filing, Apple could possibly release a Smart Cover that is equipped with a full keyboard, similar to the Type Cover on Microsoft's Surface. The company's patent suggests a keyboard that could operate independently from the cover, allowing you to attach the keyboard to your iPad in various configurations or use the accessory wirelessly. The keyboard may also support gesture controls on a small panel, thus eliminating the need for a traditional touchpad.


Apple may also bundle the iPad Pro with a proprietary stylus, if they want it to keep up with strong competitors like the Note Pro. The stylus is suggested to have stylus orientation detection, which would allow a touchscreen to react differently based on various types of stylus strokes.

TOUCH ID HOME BUTTON and EYE TRACKING

When the iPhone 5S rolled out last year, it was the debut of the Touch ID fingerprint-reading home button. So it makes sense that this feature should also make its way to the iPad Pro. The Touch ID allows users to unlock their device and authorize purchases with a tap of a finger, although it would be cooler if Apple will add the capability to replace website passwords with a touch.


Along with fingerprint support, the iPad Pro could make use of your eyeballs as well. The tablet is said to tap eye-tracking technology according to International Business Times, though there aren't any specific details as to how the said feature could work.

RELEASE DATE

Blighted by multiple delays last year, the iPad Pro is now expected to roll out in the markets in September 2015, according to a Bloomberg report. There are also reports that the larger slate will not be visible till the second half of the year, with its production only taking place in the third quarter.

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