Today at the Apple Event “Let Loose” the company has announced a total of four new iPads (two Pros and two Airs) as well as brand new Apple Magic Keyboard and Apple Pen Pro. When will they launch in Canada, what are the specs and prices? We’ve assembled all the juicy details for you.
2024 Apple iPad Pro
Anticipation is high for the upcoming 2024 Apple iPad Pro, featuring two new models: an 11-inch and a 12.9-inch variant. Both are expected to boast a slightly larger screen size and a fresh design overhaul, including slimmer bezels and a repositioned FaceTime camera along the longer edge.
The highlight of these new iPad Pros is the introduction of OLED displays, marking a departure from previous models and ensuring consistency across Pro sizes. Powering these devices is Apple’s latest in-house chip, the M4, promising enhanced performance and capabilities, including hardware accelerated ray tracing.
Additional enhancements include a landscape-oriented front-facing camera, starting storage of 256GB (expandable up to 2TB), and a sleek color palette of Silver and Space Black. With a price tag starting at $999 for the 11-inch model and $1,299 for the 12.9-inch, the 2024 iPad Pro is positioned as the ultimate professional tablet.
2024 Apple iPad Air
In a groundbreaking move, Apple is set to unveil not one but two new iPad Air models alongside the iPad Pro lineup. For the first time, users can choose between the existing 10.9-inch model or a larger 12.9-inch variant, offering versatility to suit different preferences and needs.
Priced at $599 for the 11-inch and $799 for the larger version, the iPad Air 2024 is poised to deliver a seamless user experience powered by the M2 chip. While it may lack OLED screens found in the Pro models, it compensates with enhanced performance and a repositioned front-facing camera for improved video calls. Plus, starting storage has been doubled to start from 128GB, providing ample space for storage and productivity.
Expected to hit the shelves on Friday, May 17 or Friday, May 24, the 2024 iPad Air promises to elevate the standard for mid-range tablets.
Apple Pencil Pro 2024
Introducing the Apple Pencil Pro, priced at $129 USD upon launch: Apple has introduced several upgrades to this latest iteration of the Pencil, including the addition of haptic feedback and a gyroscope for enhanced motion detection accuracy. Furthermore, it features a new squeeze gesture function, allowing users to select shortcuts without having to touch the screen directly.
Apple Magic Keyboard 2024
The latest iteration of the Magic Keyboard, priced at $299 USD for the 11-inch iPad Pro and $349 USD for the 13-inch model, retains its familiar functionality while incorporating several notable enhancements. A significant addition is the inclusion of a full function row, complemented by an expanded and more responsive trackpad. Apple has also optimized the keyboard to be both larger and lighter compared to its predecessor, promising an improved user experience