Next iPad Pro Rumored With M5 Chip, Dual Cameras

A brand-new iPad Pro lineup with the M5 chip is just around the corner, aimed at improving the user experience—particularly for video calls and photography—while also delivering a performance boost. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is looking to address long-standing orientation issues while delivering boosted performance with the forthcoming model.

Dual Camera Setup

In the latest edition of his PowerOn newsletter, Mark Gurman revealed that the next-generation iPad Pro, equipped with the M5 chip, will include two front-facing cameras. The new dual front-facing camera design includes both a portrait and a landscape camera, allowing seamless photo capture and video conferencing regardless of how the device is held. The current M4-powered iPad Pro models, launched in May 2024, feature a single front-facing camera optimized for landscape use.

While Face ID—even on the current-generation model—already supports both orientations, the addition of a dedicated portrait camera will add convenience for users who frequently switch between portrait and landscape modes.

Performance Boost with M5 Chip

As Apple largely upgraded the iPad Pro last year with an OLED display and a slimmer profile, the 2025 iPad Pro is expected to receive only iterative enhancements. One of the most significant iterative enhancements is the addition of a brand-new M5 chip, promising advancements in processing power and efficiency.

Timeline and Production Insights

Although there are no recent updates on the production details or release timeline, Ming-Chi Kuo reported last year that the 2025 iPad Pro would enter production in the second half of 2025. However, given Apple’s typical 18-month update cycle for the iPad Pro, a September or October release appears likely, potentially aligning with the company’s fall event schedule.

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