Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2020)
Verdict
Key specs
Critic consensus
“The iPad Pro is currently the best tablet on the market. It is extremely fast, its well-calibrated True Tone display is a blessing for creative users, the user experience is tremendously smooth, its four integrated speakers produce excellent stereo sound and the tablet is among the best in terms of the battery life as well.”
“The Apple iPad Pro (12.9) is a fantastic machine. It may be a bit unwieldy as a lap-based slate, but it takes on a life of its own when paired with a keyboard and other input accessories. The costly tablet easily outshines Android-based offerings and does a fine job of competing with Microsoft's Surface Pro. If you can afford the iPad Pro, it's the tablet to beat.”
“The 2020 iPad Pro is a terrific tablet that, thanks to features like trackpad support and some under-the-hood tweaks, comes closer than ever to feeling like a traditional computer. It doesn't quite get there because of some inherent iPadOS limitations, but there's enough performance and flexibility here that I've largely been able to leave my laptop to the side. Apart from its new ultra-wide camera and LiDAR sensor, though, the hardware hasn't changed much compared to the 2018 model.”
“The iPad Pro 2020 doesn't really add any exciting new functionality that will change the majority of users' day-to-day usage. Don't get us wrong, though, the cameras are a nice addition, while the LiDAR sensor holds a lot of future potential. The big win for iPad users is the introduction of trackpad support, but if you've already got a Pro model then you'll have that as a software update anyway. Still, that makes the iPad Pro the perfect platform to use as a true laptop-replacement and on-the-go tablet. It really is unrivalled.”
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In Depth
The iPad Pro 12.9 doesn’t exactly stray from its partner the iPad Pro 11. In fact, the only real difference between the two is screen size.
Apple even adjusted the resolution on the iPad Pro 12.9 so no clarity is lost with the larger screen.
Otherwise, they both have the same powerful specs under the hood.
Some reviewers stated the only argument for buying the larger iPad Pro 12.9 is the screen real estate. This makes it easier to open more screens at once next to each other. There were also reviewers that felt like the keyboard accessory was more suited to use with the larger screen.
However, there were also arguments about the portability of the iPad Pro 12.9. It is a fairly big piece of tech.
If you’d like more information about the specs relating to both tablets, check our review summary for the iPad Pro 11.
What people actually want to know
When was the Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2020) released?
The Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2020) was released on March 25, 2020.
How long does the battery last on the Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2020)?
The Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2020) has a 36 mAh battery.
Does the Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2020) support wireless charging?
No, the Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2020) does not support wireless charging.
Does the Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2020) have a headphone jack?
No, the Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2020) does not have a headphone jack. You'll need wireless headphones or a USB-C adapter.
Does the Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2020) have NFC?
No, the Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2020) does not have NFC. Contactless payments and tap-to-pair will not be available.
Where can I get support for the Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2020)?
Visit Apple's official support page for warranty info, repairs, and troubleshooting.
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