Apple is reportedly gearing up to launch its next iPad Pro model with a powerful M6 chip and an advanced vapor chamber cooling system to better manage heat and performance.
According to reports, the vapor chamber cooling—similar to that used in the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro—would help spread and dissipate internal heat without relying on fans, reducing the risk of performance throttling under heavy workloads. The M6 chip is expected to be built using a 2-nanometer process, offering gains in efficiency and speed.
One source claims Apple typically follows an 18-month refresh cycle for iPad Pro, which suggests the new model could arrive in spring 2027. But as always with leaks, this timeline may shift.
Thermal management has become a challenge for high-performance tablets. The current M5 iPad Pro already uses a graphene sheet and aluminum chassis as passive cooling, but under sustained loads, heat may still slow the chip. Integrating a vapor chamber would give the M6 model more headroom for demanding tasks like 4K video editing, complex AI workloads, and intensive multitasking.
If Apple executes this well, the new iPad Pro could further blur the line between tablets and laptops. The cooling upgrade could help it sustain pro workflows more reliably, making it a stronger choice for creators, developers, and power users.
That said, these details remain unconfirmed, and Apple has not officially commented on the rumors at this time.