Finally, Apple has prepared something for iPad fans to keep them waiting for a new product launch event earlier this week. Especially the Pro model, which is considered the most advanced tablet today.
The team was part of media representatives from one of 30 countries invited to attend an exclusive launch event in London, England. Please summarize. iPad Pro M4 And iPad Air M2 This is the first time Apple has held a major event outside the United States. It's definitely something very special.
What Apple is revealing is the launch of today's best tablets and a deep marketing plan to boost sales of the iPad range, which offers the latest high-end chips first upgrading to a new screen design that is lighter and thinner but still has the same power. If you use it normally, you don't have to worry about it twisting or bending.
But the design emphasizes a thinner screen in exchange for getting rid of some features that are not usually used. It was even criticized, such as eliminating the use of ultra-wide cameras, leaving only wide cameras. Which may be seen as having a small number of users and most of them use Meetings and FaceTime more.
As for the cellular model, there is no SIM slot, it only supports eSIM and supports 5G connections on sub-6GHz frequencies, 5G mmWave technology is not supported.
The M4 chip is the fastest, most powerful and lowest power consumption.
It is the best chip currently available. iPad Pro New equipment is the first to be used. In fact, the M3 chip is the most powerful today, but the jump from the M2 chip comes to the fore.
M4 is the heart of the new iPad Pro. It has a new CPU with four high-performance cores and six power-saving cores that is up to 1.5 times faster than the original M2 chip. Faster than before. Hardware-accelerated mesh shading comes to iPad Pro for the first time, bringing a responsive experience to… The perfect games for two players to achieve maximum enjoyment.
When combined with increased memory bandwidth from 100 GB/s to 120 GB/s, the GPU is up to 4x faster with higher performance per watt. Using just half the power, the M4 Neural Engine can process 38 trillion transactions per second. Moreover, it drives ideal AI applications.
With an innovative new media engine that supports AV1 decoding and supports 8K With an innovative new media engine that supports hardware-accelerated AV1 decoding and HD video from streaming providers but with more power efficiency, the 11-inch iPad Pro starts at 39,900 baht for the Wi-Fi and up to 2TB at 91,900 baht for the 13-inch cellular model starting at 52,900 baht for the Wi-Fi model up to 2TB starting at 104,900 baht for the cellular model.
Ultra-slim, dual-layer OLED Ultra Retina XDR display
The display has finally been upgraded from Mini-LED to dual-layer OLED, and Apple describes the Ultra Retina XDR display as the world's most advanced display. Supports full screen brightness up to 1,000 nits for SDR and HDR content, maximum brightness up to 1,600 nits, accurate contrast, and vivid colors.
The M4 also features an all-new display engine that makes the Ultra Retina Only display extra full for on-screen entertainment and hardcore gamers.
As if that's not enough, there is also nano-surface glass as an alternative. For an additional 4,000 baht, the 1TB and 2TB memory models are ideal for advanced workflows that require color management. Simultaneously maintaining image quality and contrast and causing light dispersion to reduce reflected light. As expected from it being the most advanced screen in the world.
Beautiful new design that is noticeably lighter and thinner
iPad Pro Two new models: The 11-inch model is just 5.3 mm thick and weighs less than 500 grams, and the 13-inch model is 5.1 inches thinner, about 100 grams lighter than the previous model, but as strong as the previous model. . Available in silver and space black. Beautiful to choose from The TrueDepth front camera system has moved to landscape mode in the new iPad Pro.
Apple Pencil Pro and the new Magic Keyboard
New capabilities Apple Pencil Pro Just press the bottom half of the pencil handle. The sensor will work. It displays a range of tools for users to choose from and use the tools they need immediately. Including simply rotating the handle to change the direction of the tool. Different types of pens and brushes just like using real pen and paper. You can also use the tip of your Apple Pencil to see the orientation of the tool before writing. It also supports Find My app to find or lose your pencil and is priced at 4,990 baht
New magic keyboard Lighter and thinner floating design with MacBook keyboard-like function keys for screen control. Adjust brightness, adjust volume, including palm rest and aluminum. It is black with a black aluminum armrest. And white with a silver aluminum armrest. The new 11-inch model has a price of 11,990 baht, and a 13-inch model has a price of 13,990 baht.
The iPad Air M2 is powerful, great value, and well worth its price.
iPad Air M2 It comes with interesting features Completely redesigned with two screen sizes: 11-inch and adding a larger 13-inch screen, where there is 30% more screen area compared to the 11-inch model. It comes in new colors. Interestingly, Purple and Blue are available in addition to Starlight and Space Gray.
Upgraded to the M2 chip from the M1 chip, the same chip as the previous generation iPad Pro M2, the 8-core CPU and 10-core GPU are approximately 50% faster than the M1 chip, perfect for work and play Wi-Fi 6E speed is also a feature Interesting. Equivalent to a performance upgrade comparable to the Pro model, the M2 chip comes with a more powerful CPU, GPU and neural engine and is 40% faster than the M1 chip, delivering excellent AI capabilities.
Photomator comes with advanced AI features that allow users to do things like use auto-adjusting tools within the app. To enhance images with one click using AI models or analyze sports performance like never before, such as analyzing a golf swing with Onform and motion tracking capabilities.
iPad Air M2 supports Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil: iPad Air 2024 supports the new Magic Keyboard and the new Apple Pencil Pro, making it easier and more convenient to use.
Apple sees the iPad Air M2 as suitable for students, content creators, workers and small business owners. It meets usage needs with high performance, portability, comfort, and a reasonable price starting from 27,900 baht for the 11-inch model, which is the same price as the previous M1 chip model. The memory has also been increased from 64 GB to 128 GB.
Apple has significantly upgraded the two iPad models, the iPad Pro M4 compared to the iPad Pro M2, the price has increased by 7,000 baht, and the top model is the most expensive, the 13-inch cellular model, adding the nano-surface glass option will be expensive by up to to 104,900 baht, excluding accessories including Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil Pro, suitable for use by true professionals. To take full advantage of the M4 chip
For the average user, the iPad Air M2 will be a good choice. Apple changes the chip to a new one. Double the memory and there's also a large 13-inch display to choose from, which is just as powerful as the iPad Pro M2.
It's a smart marketing strategy. Clearly divided into tablets that answer the questions well. Is the price affordable or do you want new technology? More advanced than anyone else it depends on your preferences.
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