Magnetic connector iPad pro
I just ordered a new iPad that has a magnetic connector. Is this the same as the magsafe on my phone? (The big circle on the back)
iPad Pro (M4, 2024)
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I just ordered a new iPad that has a magnetic connector. Is this the same as the magsafe on my phone? (The big circle on the back)
iPad Pro (M4, 2024)
No model of iPad has ever supported inductive charging (sometimes known as MagSafe) .
However, many models of iPad (such as the iPad Pro M4, iPad Air M2, iPad mini A17 Pro - and selected earlier models of iPad) support inductive charging of a compatible Apple Pencil - the magnetic charging dock being located on the edge of the iPad chassis.
Pair and charge Apple Pencil Pro with iPad - Apple Support
You might be interested to learn that you have a rich source of readily accessible information about iPad and iPadOS at your fingertips. The iPad User Guide is available using any web browser (such as Safari):
iPad User Guide - Apple Support
The Tips App, installed by default on all new models of iPad, provides a brief introduction to your iPad - and leads you to directly to the User Guide. In case you missed it, here is a link to the Tips App:
https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tips/id1069509450
As for Apple Pencil, ensure that you order the correct Pencil for your iPad - as they are not interchangeable. The iPad Pro M4 supports only the Apple Pencil Pro and low-cost USB-C Pencil. Here is Apple's definitive compatibility list for Apple Pencil and iPad:
Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support
The M4 iPad Pro does not have MagSafe. The magnetic connector on the side is for the Apple Pencil.
Regards.
You're very welcome. You'll no doubt enjoy learning about your new iPad and Pencil - and how to get the best from them.
Thanks. I finally saw a photo of the back of the case; no big metal circle. Ordered a pencil, can't wait to draw on it.
All sorted out now, thanks for the links. I did get the right pencil (pro), and the order should arrive Tuesday. Looking forward to it.
Magnetic connector iPad pro