Hello everyone.

In today’s update, we will go over a few things that have been on my mind regarding the new iPad.

The Rationale for the New 10.9-inch iPad

On Tuesday, Apple announced an all-new $449 10.9-inch iPad (10th gen).

One question that has been gaining steam: Why didn’t Apple position the new iPad as a true iPad (9th gen) successor at $329? Apple’s decision to sell a $449 iPad, along with the $329 iPad (9th gen) has led some to say the iPad line is becoming complicated and confusing again.

Others want to know why the iPad (10th gen) received an all-new keyboard accessory while the updated iPad Pro models didn’t. We will address the keyboard question shortly.

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