Rumor | iPad Pro (2024) to launch with new, improved Magic Keyboard

The current Magic Keyboard from Apple was a markedly expensive optional add-on at its launch (and is still up to ~US$271 on Amazon), yet is touted as the best way to derive the most laptop-like experience from iPad Pro ownership.

Despite this, it has not been without its drawbacks throughout the years - although its upcoming successor might finally address some of its main issues, according to Bloomberg tech correspondent Mark Gurman, at least.

These include the apparently sub-par trackpad real estate - then again, it might also land without the usual reputation for backward compatibility, particularly in the case for the larger variant.

Its real-world counterpart is rated to fit top-end Apple tablets from 2018 as well as 2020, 2021 and 2022; however, Gurman now asserts that the 2024 model will actually switch to a screen of an even 13 inches in diagonal length as opposed to the classic 12.9-inch spec of the top-end iPad Pro.

Accordingly, those hoping to upgrade from the current 2022 model may have to buy a replacement first-party keyboard dock in addition to shelling out for their new OLED display.