We compare the key features of last year's 10.5-inch iPad Pro with the new 11-inch iPad Pro 2018. Are they worth it?
Recall, on Tuesday, Apple announced a newThe 11-inch iPad Pro along with the 12.9-inch third-generation model. At the same time, last year’s 10.5-inch model will remain on sale for at least another year. Yes, the new miniature version is definitely better than the previous one. However, for most iPad Pro 2017 users, 2017 will be more than enough.
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Display
11-inch model received a new framelessLiquid Retina display, similar to the one used in the iPhone XR. However, this is the only significant difference between the two screens. As you can see above, although the resolution in the new model is higher, this is due to the exceptionally increased size of the display itself: the pixel density remains the same.
Performance
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One of the key differences between these models is their processor. While the 2017 model uses the A10X Fusion chipset, the new 2018 model is equipped with the latest A12X Bionic with Neural Engine.
Apple claims that the speed of the newGPU is twice as high, which is important for working with augmented reality and games. The difference will also be noticeable when working in the new announced applications – including Photoshop for iPad.
At the presentation, Apple showed NBA 2K19 gameplayon the new iPad Pro. This shows that Apple is determined to target the iPad Pro line not only at artists and creative people, as it was before, but also at gamers. How successful will this be – Time will tell.
Camera
Interestingly, this year Apple leftlovers of mobile photography with almost no attention. Moreover, in at least two aspects, the camera of the new iPad Pro is even worse than last year's model. In addition to the fact that she received a 5-lens instead of a 6-lens in the iPad Pro 2017, the new model also lacks optical image stabilization.
This is most likely due to the thinner design of the 2018 iPad Pro.
At the same time, the front camera receivedsignificant upgrade this year. Thanks to the TrueDepth system, the 11-inch model supports Face ID identification, as well as Portrait mode, Portrait lighting and Animoji/Memoji.
Additionally
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The following changes may not be important for every user, so you have to decide how important these points are for you.
Only the 2018 iPad Pro lineup will be compatible withthe new Apple Pencil 2 stylus. The accessory costs RUB 10,790 and is attached to the iPad using a magnet. When connected to the tablet, the stylus starts charging automatically. In addition, Apple Pencil 2 also introduces new control gestures. The 10.5-inch iPad Pro 2017, just like other older tablet models, are not compatible with the new stylus.
The latest iPad Pros are also the first to be mobileApple devices that support USB-C. Through it, with the help of additional accessories, you can charge other equipment from the tablet – for example, a smartphone or a camera.
Finally, the iPad Pro 2018 has lost connector 3.5 jack in accordance with the latest trends in the world of mobile technology. This means that you will have to use an adapter to use wired headphones. And yes, you won’t be able to charge your tablet and listen to music at the same time – unless you switch to wireless headphones, of course.
Price
Of course, all the changes are in the 11-inch iPad Pro2018 also affected its price. In particular, the price for the new model starts from RUB 65,990 for a Wi-Fi modification with 64 GB of memory. At the same time, 10.5″ iPad Pro 2017 in a similar configuration costs RUB 53,990.
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As for the most expensive models, thencase 11″ iPad Pro 2018 is 137,990 RUR for the modification with LTE and 1 TB of storage. Last year's tablet did not have support for 1 TB of memory, and the 512 GB LTE version costs RUB 91,990.
Is it worth it?
Without a doubt, iPad Pro 2018 shows howdirection Apple tablets will develop in the next few years. The future says there is no place for a “Home” button. and a headphone jack, but the edge-to-edge display, Face ID and amazing performance are welcome. Most likely, much of this will be adopted by the next budget iPad, which will most likely be released next spring.
If you want the latest and greatest model, sureOtherwise, choose the 11-inch iPad Pro. This is truly an amazing tablet. If you don't plan to use the tablet for heavy gaming and you don't like Face ID, the iPad Pro 10.5 will be enough for you. Even now, this model is cheaper than new, and, most likely, it will become even cheaper in the coming weeks (thanks to the holidays and the sales season).
Both the 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro 2018 will go on saleNovember 7th.