What's happened?
Apple has announced the iPad Pro with new M2 hardware - while also updating the entry-level iPad with a new design.
Why does it matter?
The refresh means more power - but for those opting for the regular iPad, an increase in price.
What's my take?
There seems to be a relentless update cycle for the iPad. The addition of the M2 processor to the iPad Pro will mean that those who want to use it for work will have more at their fingertips, but it might be wasted on those who just use it for browsing and watching movies (which we suspect is a lot of people).
That's why I'm more interested in the update to the regular iPad. I'm no fan of Apple's tradition of hanging onto old designs for many years - so ditching the old, front-facing Touch ID button and altering the bezels makes me happy, as this is a much better-looking device.
There's a bump in the price, however, so the entry-level iPad is more expensive. But, I'd argue that for most people, this is now a great option rather than taking the much more expensive iPad Pro.
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