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Apple released new iPad Pro models earlier this week presentedBoth the 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro have received a major camera update, but Apple is reportedly planning another update this year.
In recent weeks, rumors about two iPad Pro updates in 2020 have become more and more concrete. Originally, various sources had promised new models with a revised camera. At the beginning of this week, the whole thing was confirmed. But while the majority of observers only predicted the camera update in the spring, there are some well-known sources, such as analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who are talking about another update. Apple is reportedly planning to present a 12.9-inch iPad Pro at the end of 2020, which will use mini-LED technology for the first time. This rumor has now been confirmed again by the Taiwanese news site DigiTimes. According to the report, report:
Apple is reportedly favoring mini-LEDs over OLEDs for its mid-range devices and will launch an iPad Pro with a mini-LED panel in the fourth quarter of 2020.
The advantages of mini-LED screens
But what advantages would such a display technology have? Kuo already looked into the whole thing in more detail a few weeks ago. According to the analyst, mini-LED technology will significantly improve productivity and the overall entertainment experience. The use of such technology could also enable thinner and lighter product designs. In addition, advantages offered by OLED screens would not be lost, as mini-LEDs also have these, including a higher contrast ratio, higher brightness and deeper blacks. It should be noted at this point that the current reports only indicate an update of the 12.9-inch variant. No other innovations have been mentioned in the course of these rumors so far. It can therefore be assumed that the new display technology will remain the only innovation, apart from a possible performance boost, if the whole thing actually happens. Have you decided on the new iPad? Let us know in the comments below. (Image: Apple)
