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- 6 mins agoNew iPad Pro loses ultra-wide camera, fastest spec M4 chip exclusive to 1 TB and 2 TB models | 9 to 5 MacNew iPad Pro loses ultra-wide camera, fastest spec M4 chip exclusive to 1 TB and 2 TB models
While the new iPad Pro with M4 is a major step forward across the board, there a couple gotchas to be aware of. Firstly, with this generation, Apple has removed the ultra-wide camera from the rear camera module altogether. Also, while Apple touts the performance jump of the 10-core CPU found inside the new M4 chip, that chip variant is exclusive to the 1 TB and 2 TB iPad Pro models. Lower storage iPads get a 9-core CPU. They also have half the RAM … more…7 mins agoLogic Pro updates bring powerful new tools for music-makers
New features in Logic Pro 2 for iPad and Logic Pro 11 for Mac include Session Players, Stem Splitter and ChromaGlow. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)13 mins agoNew iPad Pro and iPad Air remove SIM slots to go eSIM-only
Apple’s M4 iPad Pro and new iPad Air are both on sale, and the company’s website has revealed some key additional info about the devices that were not mentioned during the announcement. One such tidbit has to do with a change in how SIMs are handled on both iPads. more…14 mins agoBattery life: Here’s what to expect with the new iPad Pro and Air
Apple has officially launched the all-new iPad Pro and iPad Air with M4 and M2 chips. And with that, the company has revealed the 2024 iPad battery life and other tech specs for the all-new tablets. Here’s what you can expect. more…15 mins agoNew Apple aluminum Magic Keyboard introduces backlit keys & function bar
Apple's recent 'Let loose' event showcased the powerful new iPad Pro lineup, and introduced an updated Magic Keyboard with an aluminum body for the first time.New Apple aluminum Magic Keyboard introduces backlit keys & multi-touch trackpadThe new Magic keyboard is now available for purchase on Apple's online store. With its integrated trackpad and floating design, the keyboard aims to enhance the user experience by providing laptop-like functionality to the iPad Pro.The Magic Keyboard features a unique floating cantilever design, which allows the iPad Pro to attach magnetically and hover above the keyboard. The design elevates the device for a better viewing angle and makes it easy to adjust to the user's preferred viewing positions. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums16 mins agoApple reveals new 11‑ and 13‑inch M2 iPad Air models
Apple today announced the redesigned 11-inch and all-new 13-inch iPad Air, supercharged by the M2 chip. Now available in two sizes… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.20 mins agoApple debuts M4 processor in new iPad Pro
Macworld Apple’s new iPad Pro is powered by the M4 processor, skipping the M3 entirely. Apple has never debuted an M-series processor in a product other than the Mac, so the launch of this new processor in the iPad Pro is an unexpected surprise. The M4 is made on an enhanced 3nm process and contains over 28 billion transistors and has the following advanced features in the iPad Pro: 4 high-performance CPU cores with improved branch prediction and wider decode and execution engines. 6 high-efficiency CPU cores with improved branch prediction and a deeper execution engine. 10-core GPU built on the same architecture as M3, with dynamic caching, mesh shaders, and ray tracing acceleration. 16-core Neural Engine delivering over 38 trillion operations per second. Apple Apple Apple Apple says the CPU is up to 50 percent faster than the M2 found in the previous iPad Pro, which means it’s somewhere around 20-25 percent faster than the CPU in the M3. The GPU is said to be up tofour times faster than that in the M2, though that might be a “best case” scenario that uses lots of ray tracing. The Neural Engine is the fastest in any Apple product, but just barely—the A17 Pro in the iPhone 15 Pro can do 35 trillion operations per second, according to Apple. Apple says the M4 has a memory bandwidth of 120GB/sec, up from 100GB/sec in both the M2 and M3. There’s also a new display engine to handle the “Tandem OLED” display and updated video processing with support for H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and AV1. When it comes to power efficiency, Apple says M4 uses no more power than the M2 and can deliver the same performance using only half the power, and the same performance as a thin and light PC with one-fourth the power (Apple used an ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED with Core Ultra 7 155H for that comparison). In iPad Pro models with 256GB or 512GB of storage, the M4 will have 8GB of RAM. In those with 1TB or 2TB of storage, it will have 16GB. So that remains unchanged from the M2. It’s not clear when the M4 will make its way to the Mac, but with the M3 MacBook Air only arriving in March and the Pro models making their debut in November, it’s likely the first laptops won’t roll out until later this year. However, it’s possible that the Mac mini, Studio, and Pro, which are still using M2 chips, get an M4 refresh sooner than that. iPad21 mins agoApple drops the price of its 10th generation iPad to $349
The most affordable iPad just got even cheaper as Apple cut the price of the 10th generation model by $100.iPad 10th GenWhile Tuesday's iPad event focused largely on the new iPad Air and iPad Pro models, Apple included a quick footnote about its base model iPad — it's now even more affordable.The 10th-generation iPad, released at the tail end of 2022, features a 10.9-inch edge-to-edge display, Touch ID in the lock button, and the A14 Bionic. It also features a USB-C port and is compatible with the first-generation Apple Pencil. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums23 mins agoApple leaps to next-generation M4 in just seven months
Just seven months after the M3 chip debuted, Apple shocked expectations by unveiling the new iPad Pro with the introduction of the brand-new M4 chip. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)25 mins agoApple’s ‘Let Loose’ event was shot on iPhone and edited on Mac… and iPad
Apple on Tuesday held its special “Let Loose” event at which the company introduced the new M2 iPad Air and M4 iPad Pro. Interestingly, at the end of the event, Apple confirmed that it was entirely recorded on the iPhone (potentially on the iPhone 15 Pro). But the most intriguing part is that the company also says it was “edited on Mac… and iPad.” more…26 mins agoApple kills $329 iPad with home button, Lightning port
No more home button.27 mins agoNew Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro features a bigger glass trackpad with haptic feedback
Apple's new Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro features a slimmer design, dedicated function keys, and a larger glass trackpad with haptic feedback. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)35 mins agoApple unveils breakthrough M4 chip with fastest ever Neural Engine for AI power
Apple today announced M4, the latest chip delivering phenomenal performance to the all-new iPad Pro. Built using second-gen 3-nanometer… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.36 mins agoApple reduces iPad 10 price to $349, discontinues iPad 9 with Home button
While refreshing the iPad lineup with new iPad Air and iPad Pro tablets, Apple has also rejiggered the starting lineup as well. Starting today, the iPad 10th generation is priced from $349. Meanwhile, the iPad 9th generation is discontinued, ending the era of Home button iPads. more…36 mins agoApple's new iPad Pro gets M4 power, advanced Tandem OLED screens
Apple's refresh of the iPad Pro lines makes a major and long-awaited change to the tablet, with OLED, M4, and a thinner case.iPad Pro gains tandem OLED and M4The rumored revamp of the iPad Pro has arrived, with Apple introducing the updated iPad Pro range after over a year without changes. A new display, landscape selfie camera, M4 processor, and thinner case design.They have 11-inch and 13-inch displays, and the iPad Pro has been refined to make the cases slightly thinner than the previous generation. The size change also results in a small weight loss for both models. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums36 mins agoNano-texture glass for M4 iPad Pro only available on 1TB and 2TB models
Today Apple unveiled the brand new M4-powered iPad Pro, a major upgrade that comes with a brand new Ultra Retina XDR display. The new display uses OLED technology and comes with a first for the iPad: a nano-texture glass option. Unfortunately, not all of the new iPad Pro models can opt for the nano-texture display, as Apple is limiting this option to the two highest storage tiers. more…37 mins agoFinal Cut Pro and Logic Pro get major updates on iPad
Apple has launched Final Cut Pro 2 and Logic Pro 2 for iPad with new features including multicam video recording and AI-based audio tracks called Session Players.Final Cut Pro 2 on a new iPad ProAnnounced alongside the launch of the new iPad Pro, Apple's two main pro creator apps have been updated with new features to take advantage of the faster M4 processor. Final Cut Pro 2 in particular uses the capabilities of that processor to add live multi camera work on the iPad Pro."Live Multicam enables filmmakers to connect and preview up to four cameras all at once, all in one place," said Will Hui, Apple Product Manager, Creative Apps. "Creators can remotely direct each video angle and dial in exposure, white balance, focus, and more." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums40 mins agoApple Unveils Redesigned iPad Pro with OLED Display and M4 Chip
Apple revealed its refreshed iPad Pro lineup at its "Let Loose" virtual event Tuesday, featuring a slimmer design, OLED displays, and the company's latest M4 chip. The new 13-inch and 11-inch models boast enhanced brightness, color saturation, and contrast, with the 13-inch model measuring just 5.1 millimeters thick, making it Apple's thinnest device ever. The M4 chip, which powers the new iPad Pros, delivers a 50% faster CPU and improved efficiency compared to the previous-gen M2 chip. Apple has also introduced updated accessories, including a redesigned Magic Keyboard with an aluminum palm rest and function key row, and the Apple Pencil Pro with squeeze gestures, Find My location tracking, and haptic feedback. The switch to OLED technology ensures consistent display quality across both iPad Pro sizes, addressing the previous disparity between the 12.9-inch Mini LED model and the smaller, traditional-screen version. The base storage for both models is now 256GB, with prices starting at $999 for the 11-inch and $1,299 for the 13-inch. Both are available for preorder today and will be available in stores next week. Read more of this story at Slashdot.42 mins agoApple Pencil Pro brings new squeeze gestures to new iPads for $129
Alongside its launch of the new iPad Pro and iPad Air, Apple has introduced the Apple Pencil Pro, the first significant addition to the lineup in six years.Apple Pencil ProAs previously expected, and heavily hinted at by Apple's "Let Loose" event logos, a new Apple Pencil has been launched. The Apple Pencil Pro now takes the place of the 2018 second-generation model as the top of the range.In addition to all of the features of that second generation model such as hover mode, the Apple Pencil Pro adds squeeze gestures. Squeezing the sides of the Apple Pencil Pro can bring up a menu, so users don't have to keep moving around the screen. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums44 mins agoApple Pencil Pro launches, with squeeze gesture and roll, plus FindMy support
Alongside the new iPads, a new Apple Pencil Pro has been announced, priced at $129 – the same price as the Pencil 2. The latest version of the device is a significant upgrade. However, it is only compatible with the latest iPads – both Air and Pro … more…