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The Surface Studio 2 is the same amazing all-in-one desktop as the last model, but with better tech specs.
It’s not a secret that Microsoft has been trying to steal some of the Apple market with its Surface devices, and with the Surface Studio being the most impressive and most disappointing device.
Surface Studio 2Just like its predecessor, the Surface Studio 2 has a premium build quality. You’ll find the one of the best 28-inch touchscreen display in the market. The incredible compact system that houses the processor, graphics, storage, and the power supply. And the unbelievable “Zero Gravity” hinge that allows you to effortlessly reposition the screen from a vertical position down to twenty degrees with no wobble as you draw on it.
The screen is not just excellent for drawing, but delivers a great viewing experience as a regular monitor with excellent color representations and several multi pre-calibrated modes. It’s a little in the glossy side, but it’s very accurate using the ten and the pressure sensitivity is also one of the best in the market.
Also, at the top of the screen, you’ll find the Windows Hello facial recognition camera, which remains a great feature to have along with the “OK” webcam.
At the back of the base, you’ll also find several basic ports, including full-size SD card reader, four USB 3.0 Type-A, and (finally) one USB Type-C.
Although the Type-C port is a welcome addition, it’s a bit in the disappointing side that doesn’t support Thunderbolt 3, which means that you can’t connect a high-speed storage or external graphics card. Also, you don’t get a 10GB Ethernet, just a standard 1GB networking port.
In the box, you also get a Surface Keyboard and a Surface Mouse. The mouse isn’t as ergonomically as, for example, the Logitech MX Master s2 mouse or the Microsoft Surface Precision Mouse, but it works well. However, the Surface Keyboard is a nice inclusion as it has a really good quality build, and if you’ve been using a laptop, you’ll enjoy typing with this Bluetooth keyboard. (Though, it doesn’t include the fingerprint scanner like the Microsoft Keyboard, which are identical accessories.)
Surface Studio 2 tech specsAs for its internals, even though it’s a desktop replacement, the Surface Studio 2 uses an Intel seventh-generation Core i7-7820HQ quad core processor, which is a generation behind, and it’s designed for mobile devices.
You’ll also find the significantly better graphics with the option for Nvidia GTX 1060 or GTX 1070 (designed for mobile devices) that makes the Studio 2 not a bad gaming machine.
This time around, Microsoft is also adding the option of up to 2TB of PCIe NVMe SSD, which is even faster than standard SSDs, and a lot quicker than the hybrid hard drive included with the first generation.
And just like before, you can get the Surface Studio 2 with 16GB or 32GB of memory.
Surface Studio 2 tech specs
Base: 9.8” x 8.7” x 1.3” (250.00 mm x 220.00 mm x 32.20 mm)
Weight21 lbs max (9.56 kg max)
Supports Surface Pen with tilt activation, Surface Dial on-screen interaction, and Zero Gravity Hinge
ProcessorIntel Core i7-7820HQ
32GB DDR4 RAM
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 8GB GDDR5 memory
2TB PCIe NVMe SSD
Compatible with Surface Dial* on-screen interaction
External display support Up to two 4K UHD (@30Hz) or single 4K UHD (@60Hz)
Xbox Wireless built-in
Enterprise-grade protection with Windows Hello face sign-in
Stereo 2.1 speakers with Dolby Audio™ Premium
SoftwareWindows 10 Pro
Power cord with grip-release cable
Also, the speakers are good, but only as long as you don’t use them at 100 percent volume, as like most build-in speakers, the ones from this all-in-one desktop, the sound quality degrades significantly at 100 percent.
Surface Studio 2 final thoughtsWhile it’s frustrating that Microsoft continues to stay a generation behind when it comes to hardware, it’s not all bad, as the Surface Studio 2 is significantly faster than its predecessor, and it’s a good machine for single-threaded tasks, such as for office applications, video editing, and even for playing games, considering that it’s not a device for gamers.
And of course, with the 4:3 aspect ratio, the Surface Studio 2 offers a huge real estate for content creators when working with multiple apps side-by-side and drawing.
However, the lack of additional hardware options, such as more capable processors and graphics, Thunderbolt 3, and the fact that you can’t upgrade anything, as the processor, graphics, and memory are soldered into the main board, it’s hard to recommend for professionals or users working with demanding applications.
Surface Studio 2 pricingThe Surface Studio 2 starts at $3499 for the base model that includes a Core i7 processor, 16GB of memory, and 1TB of storage, while the 32GB of memory model bumps the price to $4199. And if you want the 2TB NVMe SSD, you’ll be spending $4799. You can order a Surface Studio 2 at the Microsoft Store.
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Surface Studio Vs 2023 Imac
Pros
Cons
Our Verdict
The iMac is a tough all-in-one to beat and with Microsoft going in at even higher price doesn’t help. Whether it’s worth paying extra for the Surface Studio largely comes down to whether you’ll benefit from it’s flexible design, touchscreen, the Surface Pen and Dial.
In October Microsoft announced its first desktop PC in the form of the Surface Studio, an all-in-one PC aimed at creative professionals. Fast-forward to June and Apple has responded, finally updating its iMac line-up for 2023.
Surface Studio vs iMac: PriceThe Surface Studio comes in only one size, so we’re mainly going to be comparing it to the larger iMac, but it’s worth noting that the smaller iMac at 21.5in is a significantly cheaper option. To be fair, all iMacs are significantly cheaper than the Surface Studio.
We’ve outlined pricing for the various options below. (Note that the iMac Pro won’t be available until later in the year.
Microsoft’s all-in-one is not at all priced for the masses, whereas Apple’s iMac – at least in its basic incarnation – arguably is. It’s certainly more affordable for the average Joe, if still priced somewhat out of reach.
It’s almost difficult to believe we’re writing this, but Apple is the clear winner on value. Is it worth the extra cost for the Studio, though?
Surface Studio vs iMac: Design and buildThese devices are quite similar in many senses and yet very different in others.
While the iMac sits on a very small and thin stand with all the components behind the display, the Surface Studio is essentially the reverse. It has the core components in the base while the screen is ultra thin because it sits on its own.
The benefit to the Surface Studio’s design is that it’s far more adjustable. The hinge on the back of the screen and the one on the base provides a lot more viewing angles compared to the iMac which just has one hinge behind the display.
Two points of movement will be a big bonus for some, especially if you want to use the display with Microsoft’s Surface Pen stylus or Dial (or both at the same time). The screen can come down into ‘Studio Mode’ like having a digital drawing board.
These are both large computers and weigh a fairly hefty 9.5kg each but you can move them around still. Both come with a wireless mouse and keyboard but the Surface Studio also comes with the Surface Pen stylus.
Surface Studio vs iMac: Specs and hardware ScreenStarting with the screen, Microsoft has gone even bigger than the already large iMac at 28in and the PixelSense display has an aspect ratio of 3:2 and a resolution of 4500×3000 resulting in a pixel density of 192ppi.
It’s also 10-point multi-touch enabled and supports the Surface Pen and Dial – the iMac is not touch sensitive. One interesting thing is that you can change the colour profie of the Surface Studio’s screen on-the-fly between Adobe sRGB, DCI-P3 and Vivid Color profiles.
For its 2023 iMac Apple has updated the entire range with new displays that it says are the best ever. They include 500 nits of brightness, 10-bit dithering and one billion colours.
As previously, though, the 27in iMac has a 5K Retina display with an IPS panel and a resolution of 5120×2880. That’s an aspect ratio of 16:9 and a pixel density of 217ppi. There are smaller iMacs at 21.5in that have either Full HD- or 4K resolutions.
Processor and memoryWhile the Surface Studio is running sixth-generation Intel Skylake Core i5 and Core i7 processors, the iMac has now been upgraded to seventh-generation Kaby Lake. These chips have higher base and turbo frequencies for improved performance.
As standard the iMac comes with a Core i5 chip, though you can customise the spec for a Core i7 at extra cost.
All the iMac models come with 8GB of RAM (2x4GB) but you can configure up to 16- or 32GB if you’re happy to pay extra. The 27in model will go up to 64GB and this time the modules are not soldered on so you can upgrade it yourself – it will void any warranty, though.
On the Microsoft side of the fence you’ll get either 8-, 16- or 32GB of RAM depending on which model you buy.
StorageIt’s a similar story when it comes to storage, as you’ll get 1TB for the first two models and 2TB for the top-end with Microsoft and Apple. The 27in iMacs get Fusion Drives as standard, but all 2023 iMacs benefit from 50 percent faster SSDs.
Graphics cardsThe 27in iMac 5K comes with a choice of AMD Radeon Pro 570, 575 or 580 graphics cards with up to 8GB of VRAM. Meanwhile the cheapest 21.5in iMac has Intel Iris Graphics 640, and the 4K 21.5in iMac gets a choice of AMD Radeon 555 or Radeon 560 with up to 4GB of VRAM.
Inside the Surface Studio is a Nvidia GeForce GTX 965M graphics card with 2GB of memory but the top-end model has a 4GB GTX 980M.
We’re looking forward to benchmarking the new iMacs to see just how much performance differs.
Other specsBeyond core specs, there will be hardware elements which affect your choice between devices so here’s what Apple and Microsoft offer in the way of ports, wireless and cameras.
The iMac comes with a FaceTime HD webcam, stereo speakers, dual mics, a headphone jack, SDXC card slot, 4x USB 3.0 ports, 2x USB-C (that support Thunderbolt 3) and an Ethernet port. It’s got 11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2.
The Surface Studio has a 5Mp webcam which supports Windows Hello face sign-in, 2.1 stereo speakers with Dolby Audio, dual mics, a headphone jack, SDXC card slot, 4x USB 3.0, Mini DisplayPort, 11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0. It also has Xbox Wireless for use with the console controllers.
It’s also worth mentioning that the Surface Studio comes with the Surface Pen and you’ll get a free Surface Dial if you pre-order. The device is a multi-functional tool which works on the Studio’s screen exclusively.
Of course, software is very different here with each firm providing its own operating system in macOS Sierra and Windows 10 Pro. We won’t go into a comparison of those here.
2023 Ipad Pro Tech Specs
In case you were wondering what Apple’s latest sixth-generation 12.9-inch and fourth-generation 11-inch iPad Pro models were packing under the hood, iDB is here with our obligatory tech specs outline to give you a better idea of what you’re getting with these new 2023 Apple-branded pro tablets.
2023 iPad Pro tech specsThe following technical specifications will be differentiated between the sixth-generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro and the fourth-generation 11-inch iPad Pro where necessary:
Finishes
Aluminum in the following colorways:
Silver or Space Gray
Chips
Apple M2 – 8-core CPU with 4 high performance cores and 4 efficiency cores
10-core GPU
16-core neural engine
Media Engine
Hardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and ProRes RAW
Video encode and decode engines
ProRes encode and decode engine
Memory
8 or 16GB of memory
100GB/s of memory bandwidth
Storage capacity options
128GB
256GB
512GB
1TB
2TB
DisplayUnique to sixth-generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro:
Liquid Retina XDR display
12.9-inch (diagonal) mini-LED backlit Multi‑Touch display with IPS technology
2D backlighting system with 2596 full‑array local dimming zones
2732-by-2048-pixel resolution at 264 pixels per inch (ppi)
XDR brightness: 1000 nits max full screen, 1600 nits peak (HDR content only)
1,000,000:1 contrast ratio
Unique to fourth-generation 11-inch iPad Pro:
Liquid Retina display
11-inch (diagonal) LED backlit Multi‑Touch display with IPS technology
2388-by-1668-pixel resolution at 264 pixels per inch (ppi)
Both models:
ProMotion technology
Wide color display (P3)
True Tone display
Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating
Fully laminated display
Anti-reflective coating with 1.8% reflectivity
SDR brightness: 600 nits max
Supports Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
Apple Pencil hover
Rear-facing camera
Pro camera system: Wide and Ultra Wide cameras
Wide: 12MP, ƒ/1.8 aperture
Ultra Wide: 10MP, ƒ/2.4 aperture, and 125° field of view
2x optical zoom out
Digital zoom up to 5x
Five‑element lens (Wide and Ultra Wide)
Brighter True Tone flash
Panorama (up to 63MP)
Sapphire crystal lens cover
Auto-focus with Focus Pixels (Wide)
Smart HDR 4
Wide color capture for photos and Live Photos
Lens correction (Ultra Wide)
Advanced red-eye correction
Photo geotagging
Auto image stabilization
Burst mode
Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Front-facing camera
12MP Ultra Wide camera, 122° field of view
ƒ/2.4 aperture
Portrait Lighting with six effects (Natural, Studio, Contour, Stage, Stage Mono, High‑Key Mono)
Animoji and Memoji
Smart HDR 4
1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
Time‑lapse video with stabilization
Extended dynamic range for video up to 30 fps
Cinematic video stabilization (1080p and 720p)
Wide color capture for photos and Live Photos
Lens correction
Retina Flash
Auto image stabilization
Burst mode
Video recording
4K video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps (Wide)
1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
720p HD video recording at 30 fps
ProRes video recording up to 4K at 30 fps (1080p at 30 fps for 128GB storage)
2x optical zoom out
Audio zoom
Brighter True Tone flash
Slo‑mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps or 240 fps
Time‑lapse video with stabilization
Extended dynamic range for video up to 30 fps
Cinematic video stabilization (4K, 1080p, and 720p)
Continuous autofocus video
Playback zoom
Video formats recorded: HEVC and H.264
Stereo recording
Size & weightUnique to sixth-generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro:
Length: 11.04 inches (280.6 mm)
Width: 8.46 inches (214.9 mm)
Depth: .25 inch (6.4 mm)
Weight: Wi-Fi-only model: 1.5 pounds (682 grams), Wi-Fi & Cellular model: 1.51 pounds (685 grams)
Unique to fourth-generation 11-inch iPad Pro:
Length: 9.74 inches (247.6 mm)
Width: 7.02 inches (178.5 mm)
Depth: .23 inch (5.9 mm)
Weight: Wi-Fi-only model: 1.03 pounds (466 grams), Wi-Fi & Cellular model: 1.04 pounds (470 grams)
BatteryUnique to sixth-generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro:
Built-in 40.88-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery
Unique to fourth-generation 11-inch iPad Pro:
Built-in 28.65-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery
Both models:
Wi-Fi-only model: Up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi or watching video, Wi-Fi & Cellular model: Up to 9-hours of surfing the web
Charging via power adapter or USB-C to computer system
Charging and expansion
Thunderbolt / USB 4 port with support for:
Charging
DisplayPort
Thunderbolt 3 (up to 40Gb/s)
USB 4 (up to 40Gb/s)
USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10Gb/s)
Sensors
Face ID
LiDAR Scanner
Three-axis gyro
Accelerometer
Barometer
Ambient light sensor
Speakers
Four speaker audio
Microphone
Five studio-quality microphones for calls, video recording, and audio recording
Cellular & WirelessAll models:
Wi‑Fi 6E (802.11ax) with 2×2 MIMO, simultaneous dual band (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
Bluetooth 5.3 technology
Wi-Fi & Cellular models:
5G (sub‑6 GHz and mmWave) with 4×4 MIMO
Gigabit LTE with 4×4 MIMO and LAA
Models A2435 and A2764:
5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n14, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n70, n71, n77, n78, n79)
5G NR mmWave (Bands n258, n260, n261)
FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)
UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC‑HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz)
Data only Wi-Fi calling
eSIM
LocationAll models:
Digital compass
Wi-Fi
iBeacon microlocation
Wi-Fi & Cellular models:
GPS/GNSS
Cellular
ConclusionSo there you have it; the M2 chip upgrade is by and far the most important change in this year’s iPad Pro, however if you’re currently using the M1-equipped iPad Pro, then we’d say you’ll probably fare just fine for another couple of generations.
Ipad Pro: History, Specs, Pricing, Review, Deals, And Rumors
The new iPad Pro is powered by the A12Z processor and features a new camera setup on the back. Apple has also unveiled a new Magic Keyboard with a trackpad for iPad Pro.
The iPad Pro is Apple’s professional tablet choice. This iPad promises to fill any professional user’s needs with a stunning display and high specs. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
HistoryThe first-generation iPad Pro was first available in November of 2023 with a giant 12.9-inch screen. Later in March of 2023, Apple announced a smaller version, with a 9.7-inch display. Apple also introduced the first-generation Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard with this iPad
The Apple Pencil was a key accessory to this iPad since it rejects the user’s palm while in use and is designed for low latency to enable smooth marking on the screen. The Smart Keyboard makes it easier for the user to take notes and work anywhere with the iPad.
The second generation arrived in June of 2023, featuring the A10X Fusion processor and up to 512GB of storage. The 9.7-inch model was replaced with a 10.5-inch version.
In October of 2023, Apple introduced the third-generation iPad Pro, giving the tablet its biggest update yet. With a bezel-less design, the 12.9-inch model became smaller, while Apple replaced the 10.5-inch version for the first-generation 11-inch iPad Pro.
Apple added Face ID to the tablet, with the ability to unlock the iPad in any orientation. This was also the first mobile product from the company to feature a USB-C port. With up to 1TB of storage, Apple also introduced the second-generation Apple Pencil, now charging when attached to the iPad’s side, and a new Smart Keyboard Folio that protects the iPad when closed.
in April of 2023, Apple unveiled the fifth-generation iPad Pro with the M1 chip, Thunderbolt port, 5G support, and the mini-LED display technology in the 12.9-inch model.
iPad Pro Specs and AccessoriesApple sells today the 12.9-inch iPad Pro (5th generation) and the 11-inch model (third generation). Both versions feature the M1 chip, which is up to 50% faster than the A12Z Bionic in the previous model, 5G support, a Thunderbolt port, and up to 2TB of storage.
For the first time, Apple says the models with more than 1TB of storage have 16GB of RAM, and versions with less than 1TB of storage have 8GB of RAM.
The iPad Pro uses Face ID technology and has a redesigned camera module, with 12MP Wide Len, 10MP Ultra Wide Len, and a LiDAR Scanner, which is used for AR applications and helps to enhance focus while recording videos or taking pictures.
The TrueDepth camera now has a 12MP Ultra Wide Len with the “Center Stage” feature, which always puts the user in the center of a video call.
With up to ten hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi or up to nine hours using a cellular data network, this iPad is available in Silver and Space Gray.
The fifth-generation Pro model works with the Magic Keyboard, featuring a trackpad, backlighted keys, a hinge to adjust the viewing angle, and a USB-C port for pass-through charging. It’s available in white and black. This model also uses the second-generation Apple Pencil, which charges attached to the iPad. You can learn more about the 2023 iPad Pro here.
iPadOS 15The iPad Pro runs iPadOS 15. Previewed during the WWDC21 keynote, the operating system brings a redesigned Home Screen with widgets and App Library support.
The experience with an external keyboard allows users to get more done with all-new keyboard shortcuts and a redesign of the menu bar.
With the Quick Note feature, users can use the Apple Pencil to add a quick note. They just need to slide the pencil through the bottom right corner to the center of the screen and start writing.
iPadOS 15 is already out, with version 15.0.1 also available. Learn more about it here. In a future update, Apple will bring SharePlay for the iPad, which will let users share their screens, listen to Apple Music songs together, or watch Apple TV+, HBO Max, Disney+, and others while in a call.
iPadOS 15.1One month after releasing iPadOS 15, Apple released iPadOS 15.1 More notable, the company finally brought SharePlay support for the iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Unfortunately, Universal Control wasn’t one of the features added with this new version. Here’s what else is new:
Mandarin Chinese (Taiwan) support in the Translate app and for system-wide translation
New automation triggers based on the current reading of a HomeKit-enabled humidity, air quality, or light level sensor
New pre-built actions let you overlay text on images or gifs, plus a new collection of games lets you pass the time with Siri
iPadOS 15.2Five weeks after releasing iPadOS 15.1, Apple is releasing iPadOS 15.2. It brings more features that were expected to launch alongside iPadOS 15. Here are the top features of this version:
Apple Music Voice Plan is a new subscription tier that gives you access to all songs, playlists, and stations in Apple Music using Siri
App Privacy Report in Settings lets you see how often apps have accessed your location, photos, camera, microphone, contacts, and more during the last seven days, as well as their network activity
Communication safety setting gives parents the ability to enable warnings for children when they receive or send photos that contain nudity
Digital Legacy allows you to designate people as Legacy Contacts so they can access your iCloud account and personal information in the event of your death
Apple TV app: Store tab lets you browse, buy, and rent movies and TV Shows all in one place
iPadOS 15.3Six weeks after releasing iPadOS 15.2, Apple is releasing iPadOS 15.3. This update foregoes new features in favor of under-the-hood bug fixes and improvements. One of the most notable changes here is a fix for a Safari vulnerability that may have been leaking your browsing history and Google ID data to the websites you visited.
iPadOS 15.4iPadOS 15.4 finally brings one of the most important features expected from iPadOS 15 and that got delayed: Universal Control. Here’s everything new with iPadOS 15.4:
Universal Control: This feature allows you to control your Mac and iPad using the same keyboard and mouse/trackpad. Universal Control needs iPadOS 15.4 and macOS Monterey 12.3;
New Siri voice: Siri has a fifth American voice. Apple says a member of the LGBTQ+ community recorded the voice and it’s non-binary;
More emoji: iPadOS 15.4 also brings new emojis. You can discover all of the new characters here;
Shortcuts automation: Adds support for running Personal Automations in the background without requiring a pesky banner notification.
You can learn everything new with this update here.
iPadOS 15.5Different from other software updates, iPadOS 15.5 only improves the Podcast app experience, as Apple focused on Wallet changes for the iPhone this time:
Apple Podcasts includes a new setting to limit episodes stored on your iPhone and automatically delete older ones
iPadOS 15.6iPadOS 15.6 is yet another small update for iPad users. Here’s what’s news:
TV app adds the option to restart a live sports game already in progress and pause, rewind, or fast-forward.
Fixes an issue where Settings may continue to display that device storage is full even if it is available.
Fixes an issue that may cause Braille devices to slow down or stop responding when navigating text in Mail.
Fixes an issue in Safari where a tab may revert to a previous page.
iPadOS 15.7 featuresApple released iPadOS 15.7 with bug fixes while the company readies iPadOS 16.
iPadOS 14With iPad OS 14, Apple has redesigned widgets for the Home Screen and added a new enhanced sidebar, compact calls function, and Scribble. With this function, you don’t have to put your Apple Pencil away to do other things. You can write by hand in any text field across iPadOS, and your words automatically convert to text.
Messages received pinned conversations, group photos, and inline replies. It’s possible to mention people in iMessage now and give your Memoji a more personalized look.
In April, Apple released iPadOS 14.5, with some major changes in the iPadOS 14 cycle:
App Tracking Transparency: iPadOS 14.5 includes the new App Tracking Transparency feature. This requires that applications ask permission from users before tracking them across other apps and websites. For example, when you open the Facebook app, you’ll see a prompt that says the app would like to track you across other apps and services. There will be two options from which to choose: “Ask App Not to Track” or “Allow.”
Siri: There is a new Siri intelligence feature that helps the virtual assistant adapt to your preferring music application. Apple also added two additional Siri voice options from which to choose. The company has said that these changes are part of its ongoing commitment to diversity.
Emoji: iPadOS 14.5 adds over 200 new emojis.
Podcasts: Podcasts Show Pages are redesigned to make it easier to start listening to a podcast. Option to save and download episodes, automatically adding them to your library for quick access. Top Charts and popular categories in Search help discover new shows.
Horizontal boot screen on the iPad
Updates to the Music app, including swipe gestures, a lyrics sharing feature, and more.
Even though Apple gave the option for users to stay on iPadOS 14.8 and not update to iPadOS 15, the company now recommends users to update their devices, as it won’t release new updates to iPadOS 14.
PricingiPad Pro (2023) pricing starts at $799 for the 11-inch model, with a 128GB storage option, and Wi-Fi only. The prices can go up to $2,399 with the 12.9-inch model, 2TB storage option, and Wi-Fi + Cellular. Here are the full prices of the third-generation 11-inch model and the fifth-generation 12.9-inch version Apple sell:
11-inch iPad Pro and accessories:
128GB with Wi-Fi: $799
128GB with Wi-Fi + Cellular: $949
256GB with Wi-Fi: $899
256GB with Wi-Fi + Cellular: $1,049
512GB with Wi-Fi: $1,099
512GB with Wi-Fi + Cellular: $1,249
1TB with Wi-Fi: $1,299
1TB with Wi-Fi + Cellular: $1,499
2TB with Wi-Fi: $1899
2TB with Wi-Fi + Cellular: $ 2.099
Magic Keyboard (11-inch): $299
Apple Pencil (2nd gen): $129
12.9-inch iPad Pro and accessories:
128GB with Wi-Fi: $1099
128GB with Wi-Fi + Cellular: $1,299
256GB with Wi-Fi: $1,199
256GB with Wi-Fi + Cellular: $1,399
512GB with Wi-Fi: $1,399
512GB with Wi-Fi + Cellular: $1,599
1TB with Wi-Fi: $1,799
1TB with Wi-Fi + Cellular: $1,999
2TB with Wi-Fi: $2,199
2TB with Wi-Fi + Cellular: $2,399
Magic Keyboard (11-inch): $349
Apple Pencil (2nd gen): $129
Lower prices may be available from Apple’s official Amazon store. You can also find the Magic Keyboard and second-generation Apple Pencil.
2023 iPad Pro LaunchThe fifth generation launched on May 21. Orders started on April 30, 2023.
Fifth-generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro reviewIn our video review of the fifth-generation iPad Pro, we say this is the perfect model to upgrade if you want the power of the M1 chip on the iPad but it still needs a better software update to unleash its full power.
Hardware-wise this is the complete package. The 2023 iPad is basically a Mac computer without macOS. But it’s so much more than a Mac, and that’s what makes the iPad such a compelling product. The iPad has a display that’s better than any MacBook, can connect to the Internet independent of Wi-Fi, has a better speaker system, features easy Face ID authentication, works with the Apple Pencil, and so much more.
If Apple can provide big enhancements in areas like multitasking, external display support, and file management, I think the iPad will finally be able to compete with the Mac and be the laptop replacement that so many people have wanted it to be.
DealsOver at 9to5Toys, you can find the best deals on the iPad Pro and other Apple products. Download the 9to5Toys iPhone app to receive push notifications for new deals as well.
RumorsAfter a year since Apple released the M1 iPad Pro, there are some rumors about its next generation.
According to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo and supply chain analyst Ross Young, Apple will not add a miniLED display to the new 11-inch iPad Pro model, keeping this technology for the larger version.
Kuo’s report also corroborates that the 2023 iPad Pro will likely keep the same screen sizes as the current generation, which are 11 and 12.9 inches. In December of 2023, Mark Gurman’s Power On newsletter gave Apple customers a tidbit of what to expect from the new iPad Pro.
In January 2023, 9to5Mac was able to report that Apple is indeed working on a new iPad Pro, but it won’t feature a full glass back. The company is planning to grow the Apple logo with glass material so it can charge the device through MagSafe support. An M2 chip is also expected.
According to Gurman, these new iPad Pro should be available in the near future, around October or November.
Playstation Project Q Release Date, Pricing & Specs Rumours
Nintendo’s Switch was the only realistic option for a while, but it’s since been joined by alternatives from the likes of Valve (Steam Deck), Asus (ROG Ally) and Logitech (G Cloud).
Sony is no stranger to handhelds, but its upcoming Project Q console will be the company’s first attempt in well over a decade. It’s also taking quite a different approach to rivals – here’s everything you need to know.
When will the PlayStation Project Q be released?Sony officially announced the Project Q device at its PlayStation Showcase on 24 May 2023.
At the event, PlayStation CEO Jim Ryan said it will be launching “later this year”. The official announcement tweet doesn’t give much away either, simply stating that there will be “more details to come in the months ahead”.
Insider Gaming – a site that had correctly leaked details about the handheld prior to its announcement – reports that the hardware is “currently scheduled to release mid-late November 2023.”
Is Project Q the final name?Probably not. Sony likes to tease its hardware before it’s finished with branding, so it’s almost certain that the name will change before it actually launches.
What it will actually called, we don’t know. PlayStation Portable has already been done – will it be something direct like PlayStation Stream?
How much will Sony’s Project Q Cost?As you might expect, pricing is something Sony isn’t willing to disclose yet.
According to Tom Henderson at Insider Gaming (appearing on the Iron Lords podcast), it may cost around $200. That would significantly undercut its most obvious rival, the Logitech G Cloud, which will set you back $349.99 when paying full price. UK prices are unlikely to be direct conversions.
However, to use Project Q, you’ll also need a PS5. If you don’t already own one, prices start at $399/£389. Learn more in our separate article on where to buy the PS5.
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What about Sony Project Q’s design and specs?The first key thing to note is that Project Q won’t be a standalone console. Instead, it’ll allow you to stream games from your PS5 using Sony’s existing Remote Play feature.
While not explicitly stated, it’s expected to only support Wi-Fi. There’s a small chance of cellular support, but the main intent here seems to be an extra screen so that you can continue gaming at home while someone else takes over the TV.
The design of the device itself is relatively straightforward. Essentially, you’re looking at an 8in display with one half of the DualSense controller on either side – including the adaptive triggers, haptic feedback, and other unique features of the regular DualSense.
It’s an LCD panel with an HD resolution, and Sony says it’ll be capable of running 1080p games at up to 60fps.
Here’s a look at what you can expect:
All PS5 games will be supported, aside from VR titles designed for the PlayStation VR2. All you’ll need to do is make sure they’re installed on the main console.
As you might have noticed in the video above, Sony will also be launching its first ever PlayStation Earbuds. These are wireless and likely to be compatible with Project Q, so the handheld will almost certainly support Bluetooth.
But other key details about Project Q are yet to be revealed. The teaser video didn’t reveal which ports it includes, while battery life and charging speeds also remain unknown.
Of course, to get an idea of what the Project Q experience will be like, you don’t have to wait for the device itself to launch. Remote Play has been around for years, and is compatible with most smartphones, tablets, laptops and PCs.
Microsoft’s Xbox One X Full Tech Specs
Microsoft’s Project Scorpio has been revealed as Xbox One X, and it’s the newest, most powerful, member of the Xbox family packing some impressive hardware specs to deliver true 4K gaming and 4K UHD Blu-ray playback, HDR, wide color gamut, and premium Dolby Atmos sound.
During E3 2023, Microsoft officially introduced its new game console, which won’t replace the current Xbox One S or original Xbox One, instead, it’s just another, more capable version.
You’ll notice that the major difference comes in the processor, graphic card, and memory. Of course, with such hardware, it’s also needed a bigger power supply, but it doesn’t necessarily mean a bigger console. In fact, Xbox One X is the smallest Xbox ever.
Similar to the Xbox One S, you won’t find a Kinect port, but you can use a USB adapter, and the power supply is built inside, it’s not external. You won’t find USB Type-C either on Xbox One X.
Xbox One X vs. Xbox One S vs. Xbox One specsHere are the technical hardware specs for Xbox One X, which are also compared against the Xbox One S and Xbox One.
SpecsXbox One XXbox One SXbox One
Dimensions11.8 x 9.4 x 2.4-in11.6 x 9.1 x 2.5-in13.5 x 10.4 x 3.14-in
Weight8.4 pounds6.4 pounds7.8 pounds
GraphicsCustom AMD integrated GPU @ 1172GHz, 40 CUs, Polaris features, 6.0 TFLOPsCustom AMD Radeon integrated GPU @ 914MHz, 12 CUs, 1.4 TFLOPSCustom AMD GPU @ 853MHz, 12 CUs, 1.3 TFLOPS
ProcessorCustom AMD Jaguar CPU @ 2.3GHz with 8 coresCustom AMD Jaguar CPU @ 1.75GHz with 8 coresCustom AMD Jaguar CPU @ 1.75GHz with 8 cores
Memory12GB GDDR5 @ 326GB/s8GB GDDR3 @ 68 GB/s 32MB ESRAM @ 218GB/s8GB DDR3 @ 68GB/s, 32 MB ESRAM @ 20GB/s
Flash8 GB8 GB8 GB
Storage1TB HDD500GB, 1TB, 2TB HDD500GB, 1TB HDD
Disc Drive4K UHD Blu-ray4K UHD Blu-rayBlu-ray
Power Supply245W, internal120W, internal220W, external
HDMI resolution and framerate 2160p @ 60Hz AMD FreeSync HDMI Variable Refresh Rate (when ratified)2160p @ 60Hz1080p @ 60Hz
HDR10 SupportYesYesNo
Content ProtectionHDCP 2.2HDCP 2.2HDCP 1.4
Video CodecsHEVC/H.265, VP9, AVC/H.264, MPEG-2, MPEG-4 Part 2, VC1/WMv9HEVC/H.265, VP9, AVC/H.264, MPEG-2, MPEG-4 Part 2, VC1/WMv9AVC/H.264, MPEG-2, MPEG-4 Part 2, VC1/WMv9
HDMI audio, encodedDolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, PCM 2.0, 5.1 & 7.1, Dolby TrueHD w/Atmos (from games)Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, PCM 2.0, 5.1 & 7.1, Dolby TrueHD w/Atmos (from games)Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, PCM 2.0, 5.1 & 7.1, Dolby TrueHD w/Atmos (from games)
HDMI audio, passthruDolby TrueHD (opt. Atmos) DD+ (opt. Atmos), DTS-HR/MA (opt. DTS-x)Dolby TrueHD (opt. Atmos) DD+ (opt. Atmos), DTS-HR/MA (opt. DTS-x)Dolby TrueHD (opt. Atmos), DD+ (opt. Atmos) DTS-HR/MA (opt. DTS-X)
S/PDIF audio, encodedDolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, PCM 2.0Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, PCM 2.0Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, PCM 2.0
Codecs decodedAAC, MP3, MPEG1, WMVAAC, MP3, MPEG1, WMVAAC, MP3, MPEG1, WMV
WirelessIEEE 802.11ac dual-band (5GHz & 2.4GHz), 2×2 wireless Wi-Fi with Wi-Fi Direct for home networksIEEE 802.11ac dual-band (5GHz & 2.4GHz), 2×2 wireless Wi-Fi with Wi-Fi Direct for home networksDual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz spectrums, compatible with IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n networks
EthernetIEEE 802.3 10/100/100IEEE 802.3 10/100/100IEEE 802.3 10/100/100
Accessories RadioDedicated dual-band Xbox Wireless radio Dedicated dual-band Xbox Wireless radio Dedicated dual-band Xbox Wireless radio
USB Port3x USB 3.03x USB 3.03x USB 3.0
HDMI Out2.0b2.0a1.4b
HDMI In1.4b1.4b1.4b
S/PDIFYesYesYes
IR Receiver/IR BlasterYesYesYes
IR BlasterYesYesNo
Kinect PortExternal USB AdapterExternal USB AdapterYes
All your existing Xbox One accessories will work on with the “One X”, along with all your Xbox One games and Xbox 360 games through backward compatibility. Microsoft is even bringing original Xbox games compatibility. The company also says that using “supersampling” your Xbox One X games will look great on 1080p resolutions if you don’t have a 4K TV, and games your Xbox One and Xbox 360 will look even better and load times will be faster.
Xbox One X will be available worldwide on November 7, and it’ll cost $500 in the United States, while in the UK, it’ll go for 450 Pounds, and $600 in Canada.
Preorders will be available soon at the Microsoft Store, Amazon, and other retailers.
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