The price and evolution points of the latest model of "iPad Pro" finally announced

Apple's iPad series boasts overwhelming popularity as a tablet product. On April 21, 2021 (Japan time), the latest model of the top model "iPad Pro" was announced.

The iPad Pro is popular in a wide range of fields from creators to general use. Let's check the price and sales channel you care about.

What are the latest iPad Pro types, prices, and sales channels?

We will immediately check the price and sales channel of the latest model of iPad Pro. The iPad Pro that appeared this time is available in two sizes, 11 inches and 12.9 inches, each with a different storage capacity.

In addition, the memory capacity of this iPad Pro is announced on the official HP. The storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB model has 8GB of memory, and the storage 1TB / 2TB model has 16GB of memory, so it is recommended to purchase a model that suits your work.

What is the selling price of the latest iPad Pro?

First of all, about the selling price of iPad Pro. In the case of the 11-inch model, the storage 128GB model is 94,800 yen, the 256GB model is 106,800 yen, the 512GB model is 130,800 yen, the 1TB model is 178,800 yen, and the 2TB model is 226,800 yen.

In the case of the 12.9-inch model, the storage 128GB model is 129,800 yen, the 256GB model is 141,800 yen, the 512GB model is 165,800 yen, the 1TB model is 213,800 yen, and the 2TB is 261,800 yen.

All the above prices are for Wi-Fi models, and you can select Wi-Fi + Cellular model by adding 18,000 yen to all models.

Also, the "Apple Pencil (2nd generation)", "Magic Keyboard", and "Smart Keyboard Folio", which are convenient to use as a set with the iPad Pro, are sold separately, so don't forget to purchase them if you need them.

* Prices are based on Apple's official website

When and where can I buy the latest iPad Pro?

The latest iPad Pro 2 model will be available at Apple's official online shop and Apple store, as well as at consumer electronics retailers.

You can also purchase a Wi-Fi + Cellular model from three carriers, docomo, au, and Softbank, just like the previous models. For 3 carriers, there is also a plan that allows you to perform data communication on the iPad for about 1100 yen a month, so if you have many opportunities to use the iPad outdoors, check this as well.

[Reference] DoCoMo 11-inch iPad Pro (3rd generation), 12.9-inch iPad Pro (5th generation)

[Reference] au iPad Pro Product Information

[Reference] Softbank 11-inch iPad Pro (3rd generation) 12.9-inch iPad Pro (5th generation)

What has evolved from the previous model of the latest iPad Pro?

We have checked the prices and sales channels of the latest iPad Pro 2 models. From here, let's check the specifications of the latest model, mainly focusing on the points that have evolved from the previous model.

Equipped with the popular M1 chip, it supports 5G communication for the first time in the series!

The latest iPad Pro is equipped with an in-house developed chip called "M1" that was installed in the Mac series released in 2020 and became a hot topic. I haven't tried the latest iPad Pro yet, but I was amazed at the processing speed of the M1-equipped MacBook, so I can expect it on the iPad as well.

It also supports 5G communication for the first time in the iPad series.

The 12.9-inch model is equipped with a "mini LED" display!

Only the 12.9-inch model, which has a larger display, uses a "mini LED" for the backlight of the display.

As the name suggests, small LED lights are spread behind the display, and the number is over 10,000. Therefore, the contrast ratio of the screen corresponds to 1,000,000: 1, and the full screen brightness is as high as 1000 nits.

Uses an in-camera ultra-wide-angle lens!

Both the 11-inch / 12.9-inch models use a 12MP / 122 ° viewing angle ultra-wide-angle camera for the TrueDepth camera (in-camera).

Unlike smartphones, tablets often use the in-camera for online meetings in addition to shooting the outside, so this evolution is a nice point. Not only is it possible to project a wider range, but a "center frame" function that automatically adjusts the angle of view according to the subject has also been added.

* Data is from the editorial department as of the end of April 2021. * Although every effort has been made to ensure that the information is complete, the content is complete.

We do not guarantee accuracy. * Please use the product at your own risk.

Sentence / Fumihiko Sato