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iOS 12.1 Simulator Supports Virtualized 4K External Displays, Hinting at USB-C Port for iPad Pro
After installing the 12.1 beta, the iOS Simulator in Xcode appears to offer support for virtualized 4K external displays, according to developer Steven Troughton-Smith.
That's not a feature that's possible with existing iOS devices using a Lightning to HDMI adapter, which suggests it could be a new option targeted at upcoming iPad Pro models that are rumored to be getting USB-C ports instead of Lightning ports.
According to well-respected Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who is well-connected to the Apple supply chain, Apple is planning to replace the Lightning port on the upcoming iPad Pro models with a new USB-C interface.
Apple has been transitioning to USB-C in its Mac lineup since 2016, but despite a rumor here and there, has not adopted USB-C ports for any devices in its mobile lineup. An iPad Pro with USB-C would bridge the gap between the Mac and the iPad, making Apple's pro-level tablet even more viable as a computer replacement.
Kuo believes the USB-C iPad Pro models will ship with an 18W power adapter with a USB-C port, which would enable faster charging.
We may not have to wait long for Apple to unveil new iPad Pro models. There are new iPad Pros and Macs in the works for fall, and in years when Apple has a lot of fall devices to unveil, it's held two events, one in September and one in October.
For that reason, we could soon hear news of an October event where new iPad Pro models and new Macs will be introduced.
Along with a USB-C port, new iPad Pro models are expected to have edge-to-edge LCD displays with a TrueDepth camera system for Face ID and no Home button.
Additional details on the upcoming iPad Pro models can be found in our iPad Pro roundup.
That's not a feature that's possible with existing iOS devices using a Lightning to HDMI adapter, which suggests it could be a new option targeted at upcoming iPad Pro models that are rumored to be getting USB-C ports instead of Lightning ports.
New in iOS 12.1: the iOS Simulator supports virtualized 4K external displays. This is not possible on any existing iOS device via the Lightning HDMI adapter — lends credence to iPad perhaps getting a USB-C port for 4K video-out? pic.twitter.com/WfNBerHIrb
— Steve Troughton-Smith (@stroughtonsmith) September 19, 2018
According to well-respected Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who is well-connected to the Apple supply chain, Apple is planning to replace the Lightning port on the upcoming iPad Pro models with a new USB-C interface.
Apple has been transitioning to USB-C in its Mac lineup since 2016, but despite a rumor here and there, has not adopted USB-C ports for any devices in its mobile lineup. An iPad Pro with USB-C would bridge the gap between the Mac and the iPad, making Apple's pro-level tablet even more viable as a computer replacement.
Kuo believes the USB-C iPad Pro models will ship with an 18W power adapter with a USB-C port, which would enable faster charging.
We may not have to wait long for Apple to unveil new iPad Pro models. There are new iPad Pros and Macs in the works for fall, and in years when Apple has a lot of fall devices to unveil, it's held two events, one in September and one in October.
For that reason, we could soon hear news of an October event where new iPad Pro models and new Macs will be introduced.
Along with a USB-C port, new iPad Pro models are expected to have edge-to-edge LCD displays with a TrueDepth camera system for Face ID and no Home button.
Additional details on the upcoming iPad Pro models can be found in our iPad Pro roundup.
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13 months ago
I don't think this follows current Apple logic. In order to maximize revenue in the post-growth iPhone sales world, they will introduce the new iPad Pro with a new, proprietary Lightning Pro connector, incompatible with the old one because "innovation", and then provide inexpensive, $29.95 cables for Lightning to Lightning Pro and USB-C to Lightning Pro.
Oh, and the new iPad Pros will cost extra $300. Because again, "innovation."
Oh, and the new iPad Pros will cost extra $300. Because again, "innovation."
13 months ago
IPad Pro is starting to look more like an ARM macbook every day....
( I wonder ).
( I wonder ).
13 months ago
ooooh I love what this hint hints at. Does anyone see a mouse pointer in iPads future?
13 months ago
Hmm. Anyone think Apple is going to drop an iPad with a USB-C desktop dock? That would be huge, though iOS would need some work to be mouse/trackpad friendly.
13 months ago
I just want the ability to work off of an external SSD or something with my iPad.
::SMDH:: It sounds like you guys want the iPad to be a MacBook. Just buy a MacBook.
13 months ago
Would it be possible for Apple to add USB-C and still maintain the lighting port? I just can’t see Apple separating the iPhone and iPad like that. I remember getting an iPhone 5 and then getting the iPad with a lightning connection just so I could share the few adapters that I had. Will we see a USC-C lightning adapter if this rumor is true?
Not gonna happen. The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few – or the one.
13 months ago
This could be awesome if true. I hope it works both ways though... the iPad would be a fantastic portable monitor.
13 months ago
Mac is dead for apple, the signs are obvious
Mac is a $25 billion a year business for Apple, bigger than iPad. Mini supposedly coming out next month and Pro shipping next year. Most powerful ever MBP and iMac shipped within the last 9 months. New MacBook Air replacement also due next month according to reliable leak publishers. Also, the next release of MacOS, Mojave, is looking like the best in many years.Apple has never been more serious about the Mac, no doubt.
13 months ago
This is going to be a very expensive iPad. I totally expect a $100 price increase.
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