The next generation iPad Pro will likely be equipped with a titanium alloy chassis

In 2018, Apple completely a way , it can be considered the beginning of the company’s new design language; But current Pro iPads are only 5.9 mm thick , and of course, the use of aluminum in the frame reduces their resistance to bending . If you’ve seen Zack Nelson’s videos on Jerry Rigg’s YouTube channel, you know that the iPad Pro bends easily ; But it is possible that this problem will be completely solved in the next generation .

It is said that Apple is developing a new iPad model with a titanium frame, which will naturally greatly increase the resistance of this product. The report does not specify which iPad will be equipped with this type of frame; But Pro models are expected to be the most likely option. Compared to aluminum, titanium has a relatively high hardness, which makes it more resistant to scratches and leads to sufficient bending strength.

Titanium is as strong as steel and 45% lighter . It is twice as strong as aluminum and only 60% heavier ; Therefore, the mentioned iPad can have significant resistance and slight weight gain. Of course, this element is very expensive, and at the moment, using it on a scale the size of the Apple Watch costs about $ 400 more; Therefore, equipping the iPad with a titanium body may greatly increase its price and be completely irrational .

Apple has long used a steel frame in the high-end iPhone model , which is much more durable and cheaper than titanium ; But using steel greatly increases the weight of the device , and using it on a larger iPad can be catastrophic. According to some reports , the tech giant, after five generations of using stainless steel in the chassis of the iPhone ‘s flagship models , is trying to change this part again, and apparently this ‌ times for power Giving the iPhone structure will use a hard titanium alloy .

According to previous rumors, Apple will probably unveil the 9th generation iPad and iPad mini 6 this year. It is believed that the 9th generation iPad will have fewer changes compared to the next generation iPad mini ; But the Digitimes believes that the tablet, with its affordable price and good processing power, could increase overall iPad shipments to 60 million units by 2021 .

In general, Digitimes is a reliable source for reporting Apple Supply Chain Activity; But it is always possible that Apple will postpone another policy regarding these details or provide disclosed capabilities; It is therefore recommended that you consider this report until further notice.