iPad Pro 12.9 (2017) Specs & Price

Apple launched a refresh of the iPad Pro at the WWDC 2017 event. This is the first time the 12.9-inch productivity tablet is getting a hardware update since the original iPad Pro was launched in 2015. iPad Pro (2017) is coming with improved multitasking performance and graphics.

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iPad Pro 12.9 (2017) Key Specs & Features

12.9-inch Retina Display, 2732 x 2048 pixels (264 ppi)
6-core Apple A10X Chipset
iOS 10 / iOS 11
64GB, 256GB, or 512GB Built-in Storage
12MP Rear Camera and 7MP Front Camera
4G LTE (Optional)
Fingerprint Sensor (Front)
up to 10 hours Battery Life

Display and Cameras

Though, the display specs looks the same on paper as the earlier model with a 12.9-inch Retina display offering 2732 x 2048 pixels resolution, the technology has been boosted for a better viewing experience. The iPad Pro (2017) offers 600 nits brightness and an anti-reflective coating for a better view outdoors. The display also supports a wider colour gamut and a new ProMotion feature that delivers 120Hz refresh rate.

iPad Pro (2017) like the iPad Pro 10.5 features a 12 megapixels rear camera and a 7 megapixels FaceTime camera. The rear camera sports Optical image stabilisation, a 6-element lens system, quad-LED flash, and 4k video recording.

Hardware and Software

iPad Pro (2017) is coming with more power. A fresh 6-core Apple A10X CPU with a 12-core graphics processor gives the 12.9-inch productivity tablet better at multitasking. According to Apple, the CPU is 30% faster and the GPU is 40% faster. iPad Pro (2017) will be dropping the 32GB storage. The latest iteration will be offering options of 64GB, 256GB, and 512GB.

iPad Pro (2017) will come with iOS 10 initially, but will be getting the iOS 11 later in the year that will make better use of its hardware. You can now have two active screens at the same time, once you get the iOS 11 update. The new Dock will also provide easy and fast access to frequently used apps.

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iPad Pro (2017) supports worldwide LTE in the LTE models with download speeds of up to 450 Mbps.

Pricing & Availability

iPad Pro (2017) launched June 5, 2017 starting at $799 (that’s about 295,000 Naira) for 64GB Wi-Fi model. The cellular model (LTE) starts at $929 (about 345,000 Naira) for the 64GB model.

iPad Pro (2017) is not yet available in Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana, but will go on sale in a couple of coutries next week. When available, iPad Pro (2017) Price in Nigeria should range from 305,000 Naira to 550,000 Naira, depending on your location, built-in storage, and whether cellular or Wi-Fi only.

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iPad Pro (2017) Specs

Here are a few specs of the iPad Pro (2017) Tablet:

General Features

Platform: iOS 10 / iOS 11
Processor: 64-bit, 6-core Processor (Apple A10X), embedded M10 motion coprocessor
GPU: 12-core GPU
Memory: 2GB RAM ?
Colours: Silver, Space Gray, Gold
Dimension: 305.7 x 220.6 x 6.9 mm
Weight: 677 g (Wi-Fi), 692 g (LTE)
SIM Type: Nano-SIM
SIM Count: Single-SIM (LTE models)

Display

Display: 12.9-inch Retina Display, 2732 x 2048 pixels (264 ppi)
Screen Protection: Yes (Shatter proof Glass), Anti reflective coating

Camera

Rear Camera: 12 MP Camera, 2160p ultra HD 4k Video
Rear Camera Features: Autofocus, Quad-LED Flash, Geo-tagging, Auto-HDR, OIS, Face Detection, Panorama, Slo-Mo (at up to 240 fps), Body Detection, Face Detection, 6-element lens, Sapphire crystal lens cover, BSI
Front Camera: 7 MP FaceTime Camera, Retina Flash, Auto HDR, 1080p HD FaceTime Video

Storage

Built-in Storage: 64GB, 256GB, 512GB Storage
Memory Card Support: No
Bundled Cloud Storage: Yes, iCloud

Network Support

2G GSM: Yes, 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz (LTE Models)
2G CDMA 1X: Yes, 800 / 1900 MHz (CDMA version)
3G WCDMA: Yes, 850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz (LTE Models)
3G CDMA EVDO: Yes, 800 / 1900 MHz (CDMA version)
4G LTE: Yes, LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 11(1500), 12(700), 13(700), 17(700), 18(800), 19(800), 20(800), 21(1500), 25(1900), 26(850), 27(800), 28(700), 29(700), 30(2300), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500) (LTE Models)

Internet & Connectivity

GPRS: Yes (LTE Models)
EDGE: Yes (LTE Models)
3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes (LTE Models)
HSPA+: Yes (LTE Models)
CDMA EVDO: No
4G LTE: Yes, up to 450 Mbps (LTE Models)
WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes
Bluetooth: Yes, Bluetooth 4.2
NFC: Yes
Infrared Blaster: No
USB Port: No, Lightning Connector

Messaging

SMS/MMS: –
Instant Messaging: Yes
Push Emails: Yes
Email Protocol: –

Entertainment

Music Player: Yes, mp3, WAV, FLAC, eACC+
Video Player: Yes, MPEG4, H.263, H.264, XviD
FM Radio: No
Loudspeaker: Yes
3.5mm Jack: Yes

Navigation

Navigation: Yes, GPS with A-GPS, GLONASS
Maps: Yes

Sensors & Control

Digital Compass: Yes
Accelerometer: Yes
Proximity Sensor: –
Light Sensor: Yes
Barometer: Yes
Pedometer: No
Gyroscope: Yes
Fingerprint Scanner: Yes (Front), Touch ID
Iris Scanner: No
Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes
Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: –
Voice Control: Yes

Other Features

Video Streaming: Yes
Traditional Voice Calls: No
Wireless Charging: No
Digital TV: No
Water Resistant: No
Dust Resistant: No
Image Editor: Yes
Video Editor: Yes
Document Viewer: Yes
Document Editor: Yes

Battery

Battery: 41Wh Li-Po Battery
Use Time: up to 10 hours (Web Browsing)
Video Playback: –
Fast Charging: Yes