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Apple’s September 9 “Awe Dropping” event is anticipated to be one of the company’s most significant product launches in recent years. Alongside the iPhone 17 lineup, Apple Watch Ultra 3, AirPods Pro 3, and Apple Watch Series 11, there are rumors that Apple might also unveil the highly anticipated iPad Pro with an M5 chip. While concrete details are lacking, recent evidence points to this possibility. If true, it would add another highlight to what is already a packed event.
Apple may unveil the M5 iPad Pro at its September 9 event, coinciding with the tablet’s 10-year anniversary milestone
According to 9to5mac, a reliable but anonymous leaker, model numbers for both the 11-inch and 13-inch M5 iPad Pro variants have been shared. These models are available in Wi-Fi and cellular configurations. While previous reports suggested that new iPad Pros might be announced later this year, a September launch was not part of earlier rumors.
Typically, Apple announces new models in spring, but since that didn’t happen this time, our next guess was a timeframe more closely associated with the M5 MacBook Pro models. However, the company is moving away from its set schedule for launching new MacBook Pros, as these are now slated to arrive early next year. This has left the M5 iPad Pro refresh in a hazy situation, with no clear timeframe. Potentially, Apple could tie the launch of the M5 chip and the iPad Pro with the iPhone 17 launch event to get upgrades rolling. The company would indeed be showcasing an ideal venue for the chip to gain traction.
Another major indication that Apple might announce the M5 iPad Pro at its “Awe Dropping” event is that the lineup turns 10 tomorrow. The iPad Pro was originally launched on September 9, 2015, making this the perfect date for the company to introduce new models with upgraded chips. It remains to be seen if Apple will give the device due attention solely based on launch dates.
Combined with iOS 26, the M5 iPad Pro’s launch tomorrow could prove to be a significant upgrade that would change how users see and use the tablet. The company is set to deliver the most comprehensive set of productivity features yet with the new redesigned operating system, and the M5 iPad Pro could finally bridge the gap between hardware power and software capabilities.
At the end, we advise you to take these rumors with a grain of salt as the final word rests with Apple. There is a chance that the company will announce the M5 iPad Pro upgrades via press release after the iPhone 17 launch. Do you think Apple will announce the iPad Pro refresh tomorrow?
