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Over the course of the week, there have been several "guaranteed" reports about what Apple's iPad lineup will look like next year. Both the world-famous analyst Ming-Chi Kuo and the Bloomberg server independently reported that the new iPad Pro (or all new Pro models) arriving next year will offer a redesigned chassis and a True Depth camera on the front of the device. In addition to this news, we also know what (most likely) the new iPads will not get.

The biggest change should be the display. It will still be based on a classic IPS panel (since the production of OLED panels is very expensive and extremely busy). However, its area will be a bit larger, as Apple should significantly reduce the edges of the device in the case of new iPads. This will be made possible mainly thanks to the release of the physical Home Button, which will be replaced by a frontal True Depth camera with Face ID functionality. According to these reports, the life cycle of Touch ID is over and Apple will focus only on facial recognition authorization in the future.

Based on this information, he gave the graphic Benjamin Geskin together several concepts that show how the new iPad Pro could look if the information mentioned above is filled out. Considering the iPhone X, this would be a logical evolutionary step. The only question remains is how far Apple will go with the design of the new devices. If it will really follow the form and functionality of the iPhone X, or if it will come up with something new for its tablets. Personally, I would bet on the first approach, given the coherence of the company's offer. Next year, Apple should also offer a new generation of Apple Pencil, which has basically not changed since its release.

Source: 9to5mac

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