Apple’s recent iPad Pro devices are incredibly powerful, boasting some of the most advanced hardware available in a tablet. The iPad Pro released in 2021 features Apple’s M1 chip, which is also used in the latest MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac Mini. This chip delivers lightning-fast performance, with a CPU that is up to 50% faster than the previous generation and a GPU that is up to 40% faster.
The iPad Pro also comes with up to 16GB of RAM, which allows it to handle even the most demanding tasks with ease. This is particularly useful for creative professionals who need to work with large files or run resource-intensive apps such as Adobe Photoshop or Premiere Pro.
The 2024 OLED iPad Pro will likely be incredibly expensive
Apple is reportedly contemplating a pricing strategy for two OLED iPad Pro models set to launch next year, with estimated prices starting at $1,500 and $1,800 for the 11-inch and 13-inch models, respectively, as MacRumors has discovered on The Elec. These estimates exceed the current price of some MacBook Pro models currently on sale and are a significant increase from the existing iPad Pro models.
The high cost is reportedly due to the large proportion of material costs taken up by OLED panel procurement. The OLED panels that Apple is expected to use for the iPad Pro are still in the development stage, meaning the panel prices have not been finalized, but current estimates could change in the future. The industry response to the price increase is divided, with some seeing them as a reasonable increase consodering the switch to superior OLED technology that will attract Apple’s loyal customer base. Also, others believe the prices will make it difficult to maintain sales because iPads lack the replacement demand of iPhones.
Implementing OLED displays on iPad Pro devices can enhance the device’s visual experience, with better contrast, color accuracy, and energy efficiency. However, it would also result in a significant increase in the device’s price, which may not be welcomed by all consumers.