On March 21, Apple showed the world the new iPad Pro with a screen diagonal of 9.7 inches. The device is analogous to a previously submitted a 12.9-inch iPad, but with a more compact display. As shown by the preliminary acquaintance with gadgets, tablets have a number of serious differences, which we describe in detail in this article.
Camera
Among other characteristics, the difference camera the two models iPad Pro has become the most important new tablet is a 12-megapixel iSight camera, and the 12.9-inch camera with a resolution of 8 megapixels. It is worth noting that the lens on the rear surface of the housing 9.7 inch iPad Pro acts the same way as in the iPhone 6 and 6s.
Camera the new model has an aperture of f/2.2 and supports the creation of panoramas with resolutions up to 63 megapixels. The previous model boasts aperture value f/2.4 and the ability to shoot panoramic photos with resolution up to 43 Megapixels. Less iPad Pro also got a double flash of True Tone, correcting white balance, and supports the function of Live Photos. According to representatives Apple, the camera in the new iPad Pro reports better color tone and better at suppressing noise.
When comparing front facing camera 9.7-inch tablet again looks like a favorite. The device is equipped with a 5 megapixel camera with flash Retina Flash, while owners of the original iPad Pro have to settle for “frontalka” only 1.2 MP and Retina without Flash.
Better 9.7-inch model and part video. The device supports video recording in 4K resolution at 30 frames per second and the creation of videos in slo-mo mode with a frequency of 120 frames at 1080p (240 fps in 720p resolution). 12.9-inch iPad Pro records video in maximum quality 1080p at 30 frames per second and slow motion video in 720p at 120 frames. As Apple claims, the feature of the camera of the new iPad is the support of “cinematic stabilization” when shooting.
Battery
Despite the different capacity battery 9.7-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro, Apple’s claims about the same battery life. Both devices provide up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi (9 hours with LTE connection). The battery capacity of the new iPad Pro is 27,6 W/h, original is 38.5 WH. the Only noticeable advantage of the 9.7-inch model — a faster charging rate due to the smaller battery capacity.
Design
Both iPad Pro similar in design. Weight mini version is 435 grams, and the thickness of the housing — 6,1 mm. a 12.9-inch model is heavier at 277 grams and thicker at 0.8 mm.
“Hey, Siri”
Both the tablet based on the A9X chip with the coprocessor movements M9, but the new iPad Pro, you can call the assistant by voice command at any time thanks to the “Hey, Siri”. 12.9-inch iPad Pro allows you to use background mode only Siri while charging the device.
Display
The assurances of Apple’s 9.7 inch iPad Pro is the first product on the market with a display of True Tone. Thanks to this technology, the screen of the new tablet automatically adjusts the color temperature depending on ambient conditions. In the four-channel device uses ambient light sensors that automatically adjust the display color under lighting. Due to this, the screen reader becomes more comfortable.
The surface display of the new iPad Pro has the lowest reflective index, and the brightness level is 25% higher than iPad Air 2.
Built-in SIM and LTE
For the first time in the line of iPad uses LTE Advanced technology, which thanks to the new iPad Pro can transfer data in mobile networks up to 50% faster. 9.7-inch tablet supports Apple built-in Apple SIM, which is designed to facilitate the connection to the cellular network while traveling and change of operators. The design of the caps for models with support for LTE has been redesigned to ensure steady signal: classical plastic panel was replaced with a thin plastic inserts, as well as implemented in the latest generation of iPhone.
Options
The new iPad Pro is available in an additional colour the color “rose gold”. Below is a complete list of specifications of the devices:
9.7 inch iPad Pro
C cellular phone module:
- 32 GB
- 128 GB
- 256 GB
Only Wi-Fi:
- 32 GB
- 128 GB
- 256 GB
12.9-inch iPad Pro
C cellular phone module:
- 128 GB
- 256 GB
Only Wi-Fi:
- 32 GB
- 128 GB
- 256 GB
Conclusion
Despite a number of functional advantages iPad Pro in a smaller format was more accessible to the older “model”. Although I must say that the features of the new models like 12-megapixel cameras are not fundamental to those who prefer the larger format. The differences between the models are likely to be smooth this year after the release of the iPad Pro the second generation.
