Apple today launched three new flagship products without major features or updates.But what they do have in common is that they feature the new M5 processor, which represents a significant leap in performance, especially for artificial intelligence. In this article, we'll learn about the new iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and the new Vision Pro glasses, which have received significant upgrades thanks to this processor.
New M5 processor
The heart of the new announcements is the powerful M5 processor, which has 10 graphics cores and an AI accelerator unit in each core. The processor is built on a very small 3nm process, which means faster performance with lower power consumption. According to Apple, the processor offers faster AI-designed computing performance and improved image and video processing, with up to four times the speed compared to the previous M4 processor.
Graphics performance is also 30% higher, the CPU is 15% faster at multitasking, and it features an upgraded 16-core AI engine, which helps perform tasks like converting 2D images to 3D scenes more quickly. Unified memory delivers 30% faster performance, making AI applications and video games run better.
The new iPad Pro
The new iPad Pro hasn't changed much in design, but it does feature a powerful M5 processor. It comes in two sizes: 11-inch and 13-inch. It can be charged quickly, reaching 50% in 30 minutes, but the charger in the box is only 20W. The iPad is equipped with the new N1 chip, which supports modern connectivity technologies like Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.
The new models are 3.5 times faster in AI, offer improved graphics performance with ray tracing technologies, and enhance video editing, conversion, and AI-powered video processing. Memory reaches up to 12GB in some models, double the previous model's.
The screens use OLED technology with special glass that reduces glare and can display content at resolutions and refresh rates of up to 120 Hz.
The new MacBook Pro
Apple didn't launch a large line of MacBook Pros with the M5 processor, but it did offer a 14-inch model with storage options up to 4TB and memory up to 32GB. Pricing starts at $1599 and can increase depending on the options.
This computer offers 3.5 times faster AI performance and 1.6 times faster graphics performance compared to the previous version. Its SSD storage speed has also been improved to twice the speed. It features a mini-LED display with anti-glare options, a 12-megapixel camera, a six-speaker audio system, and multiple ports including Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, and a headphone jack.
New Apple Vision Pro glasses
The previously underwhelming Vision Pro mixed reality headset returns with a few improvements. Most notably, it includes a new, softer, and more comfortable headband, and the use of the M5 processor for improved performance and increased battery life to two and a half hours of normal use and three hours of video viewing.
Despite the improvements, the price remains high at $3499. This release comes ahead of the announcement of competitors like Samsung, which is planning to launch the XR with similar features but at a lower price.
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