iPad Pro
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![]() Gold version of the iPad Pro (12.9 inch)
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Developer | Apple Inc. |
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Manufacturer | Foxconn (under contract) |
Product family | iPad |
Type | Tablet computer |
Release date | November 11, 2015 (12.9 inch model) March 31, 2016 (9.7 inch model) |
Introductory price | 12.9-inch model: $799 USD (32 GB WiFi only) $949 USD (128 GB WiFi only) $1,099 USD (256 GB WiFi only) $1079 USD (128 GB WiFi + Cellular) $1229 USD (256 GB WiFi + Cellular) 9.7-inch model: $599 USD (32 GB WiFi only) $749 USD (128 GB WiFi only) $899 USD (256 GB WiFi only) $729 USD (32 GB WiFi + Cellular) $879 USD (128 GB WiFi + Cellular) $1,029 USD (256 GB WiFi + Cellular) |
Operating system | Original: iOS 9.1 (12.9 inch model) iOS 9.3 (9.7 inch model) Current: iOS 9.3.2, released May 16, 2016 |
System-on-chip used | Apple A9X with 64-bit architecture and Apple M9 motion co-processor (integrated and always on) |
CPU | 12.9 inch model: 2.24 GHz dual-core 64-bit ARMv8-A[1] 9.7 inch model: 2.16GHz dual-core 64-bit |
Memory | 12.9-inch: 4 GB LPDDR4 SDRAM[1] 9.7-inch: 2 GB LPDDR4 SDRAM |
Storage | 12.9-inch Wi-Fi: 32, 128 or 256 GB flash memory [2] 12.9-inch Wi-Fi + Cellular: 32, 128 or 256 GB flash memory[2] |
Display | 12.9-inch: 2732x2048 px (264 PPI), 12.9 in (330 mm) diagonal, 4:3[2] 9.7-inch: 2048x1536 px (264 PPI), 9.7 in (250 mm) diagonal, 4:3[2] |
Graphics | 12-core PowerVR Series 7XT[3] |
Sound | Four loudspeakers, adjusting sound to device orientation |
Input | Multi-touch screen, headset controls and ambient light sensors, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis gyroscope, digital compass, dual microphone, Bosch Sensortec BMP280 barometer |
Camera | 12.9-inch: 720p Front-facing and 8 megapixels rear-facing[2] 9.7-inch: 5 megapixels 720p front-facing and 12 megapixels 4K rear-facing[2] |
Connectivity |
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + Cellular:
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; dual channel (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz); HT80 with MIMO[2] Bluetooth 4.2[2] Wi-Fi + Cellular: GPS & GLONASS[2] 12.9-inch Wi-Fi + Cellular: 9.7-inch Wi-Fi + Cellular: |
Power | 12.9-inch: 3.77 V 38.8 W·h (10,307 mA·h)[4] 9.7-inch: 3.82 V 27.91 W·h (7,306 mA·h)[5] |
Online services | App Store, Apple Music, iTunes Store, iBookstore, iCloud, Game Center |
Dimensions | 12.9-inch: 305.7 mm (12.04 in) (h) 220.6 mm (8.69 in) (w) 6.9 mm (0.27 in) (d) 9.7-inch: 240 mm (9.4 in) (h) 169.5 mm (6.67 in) (w) 6.1 mm (0.24 in) (d) |
Weight | 12.9-inch Wi-Fi: 713 g (1.572 lb) 12.9-inch Wi-Fi + Cellular: 723 g (1.594 lb) |
Related articles | iPad, Apple Inc, iOS, Apple A9X, Apple Pencil |
Website | www |
The iPad Pro is a tablet computer designed, developed, and marketed by Apple Inc. It is available in 2 screen sizes, 12.9 inch and 9.7 inch,[6] each with three options for internal storage capacities: 32, 128 or 256 GB, the 256 GB configuration making the iPad Pro the first iOS device to be configurable to that storage size.
The first, 12.9 inch version of the iPad Pro was announced on September 9, 2015[7] and released on November 11, 2015.[8] It is larger than all previous iPad models and the first iPad tablet to feature LPDDR4 RAM.[1] This was followed by the 9.7 inch version of the iPad Pro, which was announced on March 21, 2016 and began shipping on March 31, 2016. Compared to the iPad Air 2, it features a faster CPU, a better camera, and it is the first iPad to feature True Tone Flash and Retina Flash. It also brings in a new 256GB storage option and a True Tone display, which allows the LCD to adapt to ambient lighting to change its color and intensity in order to offer a more pleasant and natural experience.
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History
The 12.9 inch version of the iPad Pro was announced during an Apple Special Event on September 9, 2015. It was released on November 11, 2015 with gold, silver, and space gray color choices. Prices ranging between US$799.99–1,229.99 based on models. On March 21, 2016, the 9.7 inch version of the iPad Pro was announced at an Apple keynote with an addition of rose gold color option. The 9.7 inch version also introduced the ability to choose base 32GB Model with Cellular + WiFi option. (Previously, Cellular + WiFi option was only available on 128GB iPad Pro model). The 9.7 inch model is priced between $599-$1,029 depending on the configuration. It was released on March 31, 2016.
Features
Both iPad Pro models include the A9X chip and the Apple M9 motion co-processor. The 9.7 inch model, however, has a slightly underclocked CPU (2.16 GHz compared to 2.24 GHz on the 12.9 inch model). A number of features are carried over from the standard iPad, such as Touch ID and the Retina Display. New features include a smart connector for a keyboard and four stereo speakers located in pairs on top and bottom of the device. Its screen is a 12.9" 2732-by-2048 Retina Display at 264 pixels per inch or a 9.7" 2048-by-1536 Retina Display at 264 pixels per inch and features a variable refresh rate, a first for Apple. The 12.9 inch version of the iPad Pro is the first iPad to include 4 GB of RAM.
Accessories
There are three accessories made specifically for iPad Pro – an attachable keyboard; an active bluetooth tracking stylus, Apple Pencil; and a Form-Fitted Silicone case that is compatible with the Smart Keyboard, all of which are sold separately.[9]
Smart Keyboard
Smart Keyboard docks with iPad Pro using the Smart Connector, a magnetic connection that provides data transfer and power. Smart Keyboard, which doubles as a kickstand, is comparable to that of the competing Microsoft Surface Pro.[10]
Apple Pencil
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Apple Pencil is a precision stylus exclusive to the iPad Pro. The accessory is rechargeable via the lightning port on the tablet itself.[11][12] iPad Pro introduces a new display with increased responsiveness and precision over previous iPad displays with Apple Pencil support added.[13][14] During the keynote, Apple demonstrated drawing, managing publication layout, and document annotation.[15][16][17]
Reception
The iPad Pro's 9.7-inch version set a record among all currently released tablets tested in color accuracy, screen reflectance, peak brightness, contrast rating in high ambient light, and smallest color variation, however the iPad Pro 12.9-inch version tested to having better contrast ratio in the dark.[18]
Timeline

See also
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