hello. This is Technologytodaynow. There is speculation that Apple will include the latest A17 Pro chip in the iPad 11th generation and 7th generation mini when it launches this fall.
iPad 11th generation and Mini 7th generation expected to feature A17 Pro chip
Apple Intelligence applicability
NineTwoFiveMac and other tech outlets are reporting that the upcoming Apple event in September will unveil the 11th generation iPad and the 7th generation iPad mini, along with the iPhone 16 series…
The two new iPads will be cheaper than the Air and Pro series, which haven’t seen a newer model in recent years. The last time a regular iPad model was released was the 10th generation model in October 2022, while the last time the iPad mini was released was the 6th generation model in September 2021.
Apple has made clear that it will not support Apple Intelligence on its previous mobile processors, but the industry recently said it is considering introducing Apple Intelligence on its iPad products. Therefore, A17 processors are expected to be installed on existing low-end iPads this year.
With A17 Pro chip
The A17 Pro chip is the first Apple silicon processor to use the 3nm process, and was only available in the Pro and Pro Max, the high-end models in last year’s iPhone 15 series. If it makes its way into the iPad 11th generation, we expect it to excel at multitasking and running demanding apps.
Upgrading storage and memory
The iPad 11th generation is expected to increase native storage capacity from 64GB to 128GB, and memory (RAM) is also expected to be expanded. These hardware upgrades are expected to allow for smoother multitasking and faster app launches.
Screen improvements and fixing jelly scrolling issues
The iPad mini 7th generation will adopt a new panel structure, which is expected to improve the jelly scrolling issue of previous models. This is expected to allow users to enjoy a smoother scrolling experience.
Apple Pencil Pro support
Some are raising the possibility that Apple Pencil Pro will be supported in the 11th and 7th generations of the iPad. Since Apple Pencil Pro is currently only compatible with high-end models, consumers have been dissatisfied, but if it is introduced to the new product, users’ complaints will be alleviated.
Possible price increases based on performance and changes in software support
With the latest A17 Pro chip and a host of upgrades, it’s hard to ignore the possibility that the iPad 11th generation will increase in price. However, the increased performance and features are expected to drive consumers’ purchase decisions. In addition, Apple has released a new iPad OS 16, which enhances support for features focused on the latest processors. This is seen as a strategy to marginalize older models and drive replacement demand for newer models.
What to expect from iPad 11th generation
If the A17 Pro chip makes it into the entry-level iPad 11th generation and Mini 7th generation, it will be a significant performance improvement. However, the price is the key, and I hope the performance is good enough to convince consumers to buy it even if the price goes up.