Apple's next iPad Pro could switch from Lightning to USB-C

In addition to weakening its display and adding a face ID, Apple's next iPad Pro could be subject to significant I / O changes. 9to5Mac, reliable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said that the next high-end version of the tablet will switch to USB Type-C.

Now, it seems hard to believe that Apple has already started moving away from its own Lightning connector in 2018; My first instinct is that this report simply means that they will include a Lightning-to-USB-C cable and a USB-C charger in the box. Frankly, that's what I would bet on again. We are getting closer to the announcement of this device and this transfer to USB-C has not been reported before. But Kuo says it's all the I / O that changes, and its reputation speaks for itself.

Bluetooth aside, if the headphone jack goes away (as has been said), will we really have to rely on USB-C headphones? Or USB-C headphone adapters? I've already lamented removing the headphone jack will really be a headache and unnecessary frustration for the musicians. Launch the USB-C in the mix, while clearly putting the iPad on the path of progress computer, seems a lot of change for a generation. As part of this change, Kuo predicts that the iPad Pro will come with an 18W charger in the box.

Apple may unveil the new iPad Pro redesigned at its iPhone event this week, but it seems equally likely that the company will retain it for another event or new announcement in October; Wednesday is already very busy with three iPhones and a brand new Apple Watch.

iPhone XR?

Speaking of these new iPhones, Kuo says that the 6.1-inch LCD iPhone could be launched a bit later than the OLED models in late September / early October due to quality problems with the assembly and quality. display. " Bloomberg claims that Apple has considered this iPhone as the "iPhone XR". What does it mean? If this is true, the iPhone XS Max, the iPhone XS and the iPhone XR will be available soon, in the order of the lowest prices. It should be noted that the iPhone XC has also been used as a possible name for the cheap LCD model.

New low-cost MacBook, Apple Watch, etc.

To complete its latest forecast, Kuo said Apple could give the new entry-level MacBook a Touch ID sensor. without also adding a touch bar to go with it. And the Apple Watch Series 4 is supposed to earn electrocardiography (ECG) and include ceramic back covers on all models.