The current iPad Pro models, which feature OLED displays and the M4 processor, were introduced in May 2024, but their sales did not meet expectations.

For the upcoming models, Apple plans to source panels from both LG and Samsung, while the approval status of LX Semicon remains uncertain.

LX Semicon's DDI chip is essential for OLED displays, facilitating communication between the CPU and GPU, and could enter mass production by April or May 2025 if approved.

Should LX Semicon's DDI chip not gain approval, Samsung will continue to supply all necessary components for the iPad Pro.

Apple typically unveils new iPads in October, but there is speculation that the M5 chip could be launched as early as May.

Both the 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Pro models are anticipated to be updated simultaneously this year.

There are currently no updates regarding the iPad mini, which may remain unchanged this year after its last upgrade with the A17 Pro chip.

The author expresses a desire for iPadOS to align more closely with macOS, noting that current lower-cost iPads are sufficient for content consumption.

Details regarding upgrades for the M5 iPad Pro remain unspecified, leaving uncertainty about the enhancements that will accompany the new models.

A recent report reveals that Apple is set to launch an updated iPad Pro in 2025, primarily focusing on a specification bump rather than a significant redesign.

The introduction of a larger-screen iPad Air in early 2024 may have diverted potential customers from the iPad Pro.

If LX Semicon receives approval by March 2025, they will begin supplying a portion of DDI orders, potentially lowering costs through increased competition.