March 10, 2023, 12:47 pm | Read time: 4 minutes
In October 2022, Apple introduced the sixth generation of its iPad Pro. But the successor is already on the horizon. We summarize what the new iPad Pro 7th Gen is expected to look like and what features it will offer.
Unlike its iPhone models, Apple doesn’t release a new iPad every year. The iPad Pro 7th Gen (short for generation) is expected in 2024. However, Apple might surprise us and release the new tablet earlier than anticipated. One thing is already certain: It will be very powerful and likely quite expensive. TECHBOOK summarizes all the rumors about the upcoming iPad below.
Overview
iPad Pro 7th Gen with even brighter OLED display
The iPad Pro 7th Gen will again come in two versions–one with an 11-inch display and another with a 12.9-inch display. Apple is reportedly opting for OLED technology instead of the previously used LCD. According to the South Korean news site “The Elec,” a so-called “two-stack tandem OLED” will be used. This involves layering two layers of organic light-emitting diodes, which not only increases the display’s brightness but also extends its lifespan. This will be topped off with a surface made of glass and polyimide film to keep the display durable and the bezels as narrow as possible.
The new OLED displays not only have the mentioned advantages like high brightness. Thanks to ProMotion technology, they also offer a high refresh rate of 120 Hz, which has been available in the Pro models for some time. However, the current and upcoming laminated displays are significantly harder to repair due to their construction compared to earlier models with separate glass covers. They are also much more expensive to manufacture, which drives up the price of the iPads.
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Apple reportedly raises iPad prices significantly
Current reports from supplier prices suggest that the iPad Pro 7th Gen could be up to 80 percent more expensive than its predecessor. When moving from the fifth to the sixth generation of the iPad Pro 11, there was already a price increase from 879 euros to 1,049 euros. In the U.S., the current model starts at $799, which is still significantly cheaper. However, sources now indicate a starting price that is expected to be even higher. It is said that at least $1,500 will be required for the 11-inch iPad Pro 7th Gen. In Germany, this would likely correspond to a starting price of around 1,800 euros.
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The 12.9-inch model is known to be even more expensive. According to “The Elec,” the price is expected to rise by about 60 percent to $1,800. This would correspond to a starting price of well over 2,000 euros for the tablet. These sums sound alarming, considering that the iPad doesn’t have as large a fan base as the iPhone. The tablets thus have to compete more with other devices like laptops. This raises the question of who would spend 2,000 euros or more on an iPad Pro 2024 when they could already get a powerful laptop for that price.
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MagSafe planned for iPad Pro 7th Gen
There have been reports for some time that Apple is switching from an aluminum back to a glass back. This would significantly change the appearance of the tablets for the first time since 2018. On the back, Apple could integrate MagSafe, making the iPads ready for wireless charging. Current models do not support wireless charging.
As for the rest of the iPad Pro 7th Gen’s features, much is still open. By 2024, Apple could release a more current chip than the M2 currently used in the iPad Pro. The manufacturer could also make further improvements in storage and the camera.