Watch: What's new with the 2017 10.5-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro

As part of last week's refresh, Apple released an updated 12.9-inch iPad Pro plus an all-new 10.5-inch iPad, with a much smaller side bezel, a new ProMotion display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and the A10X Fusion Processor. AppleInsider compares the new versions against earlier iPad Pro models.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 20

Apple-manufactured cases for 10.5-inch iPad Pro updated, new sleeve for Apple Pencil debuts

Apple has updated its line of iPad cases adding support for the 10.5-inch iPad Pro, in conjunction with the release of a series of Apple Pencil protective casings.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 29

Apple unveils $649 10.5" iPad Pro featuring 20% larger display with ProMotion, A10X CPU

Apple officially updated its iPad Pro lineup on Monday, with the most popular base model receiving a larger 10.5-inch display with thinner bezels, while still weighing just 1 pound. The screen also features "ProMotion" technology and other enhancements, dramatically improving visual performance.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 12

Duet Display for iPad gains better Apple Pencil support, improved picture quality

The developers of the Duet Display app that allows the use of an iPad as an second screen for a Mac have released an update to the Pro in-app subscription, allowing for better color quality, better pressure curve customization, and more.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 9

Artist Rob Zilla shows potential of iPad Pro with Adobe Illustrator Draw, Apple Pencil

Apple is showcasing illustrations of stars from the NBA created by artist Robert Generette III, also known as "Rob Zilla, showing off the high-quality artwork that can be created on the iPad Pro using the Apple Pencil and Adobe Illustrator Draw.

Malcolm Owen 9 years ago 11

Retina MacBook Pro minus Touch Bar, iPad Pro Cintiq capability rumored in development

New claims about future Mac hardware have emerged after Tuesday's revelations from Apple's Phil Schiller and Craig Federighi, with the latest rumors suggesting that future high-end Retina MacBook Pros may not include a Touch Bar, and the iPad Pro could be used directly as a tablet input device for a connected Mac.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 79

iOS 10.3 beta hints at more fluid Apple Pencil with next-gen iPad Pro models

Code discovered within Apple's latest iOS 10.3 beta shows tools that will allow developers to run their apps at variable framerates, suggesting that higher-fidelity Apple Pencil support could be coming to the company's soon-to-arrive iPad Pro refresh.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 17

Apple Pencil charging concept utilizes magnetic iPad Pro Smart Connector

Newly filed patent applications from Apple reveal new ideas the iPad producer has for the Apple Pencil, with images showing a way to charge a version of the stylus with the Smart Connector port.

Malcolm Owen 9 years ago 11

Apple investigating hide-able, attachable Apple Pencil storage loops

Apple is continuing to work on solving the problem of storing the Apple Pencil when it isn't required by the user, with a patent application published on Tuesday revealing designs for Pencil loops incorporated into iPad Pro cases and covers, keeping the stylus close at hand.

Malcolm Owen 9 years ago 9

Five of the best apps for getting started with creating art on the iPad

The iPad is an excellent artist's tool, but before you jump into an iPad Pro with Apple Pencil, AppleInsider has five suggestions for apps to try that don't need either to be sure that you want to make the jump from paper to digital.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 7

Rumor: Apple Pencil 2 coming this spring with magnets to attach to iPad, plus pocket clip

Alongside new iPad Pro models, Apple is also rumored to be working on a second-generation Apple Pencil, one that could potentially solve where to put the input device when it's not being held in your hand.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 65

Astropad Studio promises to turn iPad Pro with Apple Pencil into high-end graphics tablet

Astropad on Wednesday launched Astropad Studio, a new edition of its second-screen app for the iPad, geared towards making an iPad Pro suitable as a professional drawing tablet.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 16

New Yorker magazine 'Waterways' cover illustrated on iPad Pro, with Apple Pencil

The most recent cover of New Yorker was created on a 12.9-inch iPad Pro with the Apple Pencil for the first time by the publication, and the magazine has published a video briefly illustrating the process.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 8

Hands on: Duet Display for iPad brings Touch Bar, Apple Pencil to your extended Mac desktop

Accelerated multiple-monitor tool Duet Display now brings the MacBook Pro's Touch Bar to an extended screen using an iPad, and optional full Apple Pencil support in macOS. AppleInsider shows you what's been updated in the new version.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 28

Too soon? Apple's new iPhone 7 ruffles feathers with Lightning audio, Home button changes

Hands on, real world use of Apple's latest iPhone 7 models provides overwhelming evidence that the company has a clear vision for the future and is marching toward it without much regard for the opinions of its detractors. This "courage of conviction" backs a series of rather radical and somewhat controversial iPhone 7 changes for Apple—already well known for breaking with the past.

Daniel Eran Dilger 9 years ago 125

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