Apple's Thinnest Product: A Teardown of the M4 iPad Pro 13-inch
Unboxing and Initial Impressions
The iPad Pro 256GB version immediately impresses with its thinness, comparable to the width of a USB-C port. Inside the box, we find a 20W charger and a USB-C to USB-C braided cable. The model features an OLED display but lacks the wide-angle camera from previous versions.
Opening the iPad Pro
Opening this device requires careful application of heat and suction due to its fragility. The iPad opens like a book to the left side. Once inside, we discover display connectors, a microphone, and an ambient light sensor. The battery, display cables, and M4 chip are all neatly arranged, showcasing Apple's meticulous design.
Internal Components
The iPad Pro houses a 3899 mAh battery, four stereo speakers, and the M4 chip, positioned above a copper-enhanced Apple logo for optimal heat dissipation. Despite its thin profile, the device remains relatively repairable, with modular components like the display and USB-C port being easily replaceable. It’s still unclear what is serialized with this device aside from the already known issues.
Camera and Sensors
The front camera setup includes a 12-megapixel camera, an infrared camera, and a dot projector. The magnet array has been reconfigured to support the new Apple Pencil. Interestingly, the rear camera array now lacks the previously included wide-angle lens.
Thermal Management
Apple has incorporated graphite sheets and copper in the Apple logo to improve thermal performance by 20%. The logo itself acts as a heat sink, blending aesthetics with functionality.
The teardown of Apple's M4 iPad Pro 13-inch reveals a device that balances innovation and repairability. The modular design and thoughtful placement of components ensure that despite its ultra-thin design, the iPad Pro is both powerful and serviceable- assuming there are no more serialization tactics.
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