3 Reasons Apple Should Announce the iPad Pro on Sept. 9

September 5, 2015
By Max Buondonno - Chief Editor

Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus & the new Apple TV 4, with the iPad mini 4 and iPad Pro still "wild cards". Some rumors suggest they will announce it, other say Apple will wait until the end of October to give us a first glimpse of their 12.9 inch tablet.

But with lots of rumors suggesting that the iPad Pro will enter mass production either this or next month, it's easy to say the iPad Pro will most likely be given a November release date. But that doesn't mean Apple needs to wait until October to show us their work. Remember the Apple Watch? That was announced on September 9, 2014 and released on April 24, 2015. That's 7 months! In that time frame, they were able to build up hype and excitement about the new smartwatch along with enter mass production. Considering this new tablet from the tech giant in Cupertino is probably going to cost you a pretty penny, in our opinion, it'd be best to just announce the tablet next week. Below we have listed 3 reasons for doing so.

1. Build the #Hype

When Apple announced the Apple Watch, they were able to build up plenty of hype about the new accessory for iPhone. Plus, it isn't like they waited 7 months to release an iPhone. That watch costs anywhere from $349 - $17,000. So why not just announce the iPad Pro at the September event, build up hype and excitement, then give it to us in November in time for Christmas? It'd be a smart idea, Apple. Think about it.

2. Give Developers Some Time

In order for consumers to use the iPad Pro and it's unique form factor, Apple has to give developers a little while to begin developing applications for the device. Think about it: what would it be like if you couldn't download your favorite app as soon as you get your new 12.9 inch tablet? This is why Apple needs to announce it next week so they can give devs an SDK and a couple months to get their apps to the new tablet.

3. Lend Us Some Time to Wrap Our Heads Around It

Considering the price point, it took consumers a little while to decide whether they needed an Apple Watch or not. Do they really need a $500 watch that tells time and shows you when someone likes your post on Facebook? And that will be the same situation with the iPad Pro. It's bound to cost significantly more than the standard iPad Air 2 due to a 12.9 screen, the word "Pro" in the name, and the fact that it's coming from Apple. But will a consumer buy it as they're primary tablet? Apple should announce it at their upcoming keynote. That way we can all figure out who this tablet is targeting.

As of the time writing this Story, it looks like Apple will indeed announce the new tablet at their upcoming event, but we'll have to see if the Cali. company will actually do so. I mean, c'mon. It's Apple.

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