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Apple’s Next-Gen iPad Pro to Feature M6 Chip and Advanced Vapour Chamber Cooling, Reports Mark Gurman

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Apple is reportedly preparing to introduce a vapour chamber cooling system in the next-generation iPad Pro, slated for release in spring 2027. The technology, similar to the system used in the iPhone 17 Pro, aims to improve thermal management, allowing the device to sustain peak performance without excessive throttling. This upgrade is expected to complement the new M6 chip, built on TSMC’s 2-nanometer process, which promises significant gains in speed and efficiency over its predecessor. Devamını Oku

Apple Releases iPadOS 17.7.8 Update Addressing Major Security Vulnerabilities

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Apple has released the iPadOS 17.7.8 update on Monday, following the recent but short-lived iPadOS 17.7.7 version. The earlier update was quickly pulled due to multiple user complaints, including problems with Touch ID login and apps resetting to their initial screens. This new update aims to fix critical security vulnerabilities and stability issues that surfaced in previous versions, ensuring a smoother and safer user experience for compatible iPad devices.

The iPadOS 17.7.8 update carries the build number 21H440 and is available for select models, including the iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2017), iPad Pro 10.5-inch, and the 2018 iPad. Apple specifically mentions that this update replaces the problematic 17.7.7 firmware. Users who experienced disruptions such as apps failing to launch properly or authentication issues with Touch ID should find those problems resolved with this release.

Among the key security fixes, Apple patched a vulnerability in AirDrop that allowed apps to access arbitrary file metadata without permission, now restricted by enhanced permission controls. Additionally, the update addresses a “double free” flaw in the Audio component that could cause unexpected system crashes. Other critical fixes include improved entitlement checks in iCloud Document Sharing to prevent unauthorized folder sharing, as well as tightened lock screen authentication to block unauthorized access to Notes.

Apple also tackled several kernel-level security issues in this update. The previous kernel flaws could have led to memory corruption, unauthorized access to sensitive kernel information, and app crashes. With iPadOS 17.7.8, Apple has removed vulnerable code sections, improved memory handling, and reinforced overall system stability. This update highlights Apple’s ongoing commitment to protecting user data and maintaining device reliability through timely security patches.

Apple Said to Be Working on M5 iPad Pro, Production May Start in Late 2025

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Apple Reportedly Testing M5-Powered iPad Pro for 2025 Launch

Apple is said to be in the late stages of testing a new iPad Pro powered by the upcoming M5 chipset, according to a report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The new tablet is expected to be among the first devices to debut with the next-generation Apple Silicon. Production of the M5-equipped iPad Pro could begin in the second half of 2025, with four different models reportedly in development.

Gurman shared these insights in his latest Power On newsletter, where he noted that while the M5 iPad Pro will see internal upgrades, the external design is likely to remain largely unchanged. This suggests Apple may be focusing more on performance improvements rather than a major design overhaul for this generation. The four versions currently undergoing testing are codenamed J817, J818, J820, and J821.

The new model will follow the M4 iPad Pro, which launched in May 2024 and introduced a number of significant upgrades, including OLED displays, a thinner chassis, and a front-facing camera repositioned to landscape orientation. Early speculation indicates that the M5 version will retain these design features while building on the performance and efficiency improvements of the newer chip.

In addition to the upcoming iPad Pro models, Apple is also reportedly working on refreshed MacBook Air and MacBook Pro laptops that will be powered by the same M5 chipset. These laptops, like the iPads, are expected to retain their current designs. Gurman also mentioned that Apple has begun early development of M6-powered iPads, which may feature custom-built Apple modems—though those are not expected to arrive anytime soon.