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New findings suggest that Apple could finally implement OLED displays in its next iPad Pro. This possibility has been rumored for a while, but new clues indicate that it could finally be a reality.
Apple has been using OLED screens on its iPhones for a while, it but has not yet made the leap on its iPads. Until now, the brand’s large-screen devices have used LCD and mini-LED screens. This may be due to the high costs associated with OLED screens in larger formats. However, direct rivals such as Samsung already use the technology in their premium tablets.
That said, the 9to5Mac team analyzed the iPadOS 17.5 beta code and found new display firmware that suggests the implementation of OLED screens in the next iPad Pro. According to the report, there are four identifiers for the future device: (iPad16,3), (iPad16,4), (iPad16,5), and (iPad16,6). This is because it will be available in two screen sizes, and each size will be offered with and without cellular support.
It’s noteworthy that the new iPad Pro could be more expensive than previous generations. So, an OLED screen, with all the image quality advantages that it entails, would help justify the price increase.
The first iPad Pro with an OLED display could be very close
The fact that the identifiers are already present in the iPadOS 17.5 beta code is important. First, it practically confirms the presence of OLED technology in Apple’s future iPad Pro. Furthermore, it also means that its launch should not be too far away. In fact, a report states that the device could arrive during the second week of May.
9to5Mac found references to a new stylus in the iPadOS 17.5 beta code too. The accessory could bring a new “squeeze” gesture that would trigger certain actions. Also, there are references to “LongSqueeze” and “DoubleSqueeze”. This suggests that the gesture could be executed in multiple ways depending on what you want to do.
Finally, it is even possible that the new stylus is compatible with Apple’s “Find My” network. The same source found references to it in January, but so far, no Apple stylus has implemented it. So, the new iPad Pro stylus could be the ideal candidate to debut support for the feature.