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M5 chip is coming to iPad before Mac, but this time will be different

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Apple's M5 chip will debut in iPad Pro this fall before coming to Macs in early 2026, unlike last year when M4 had a six-month iPad exclusivity. This time will be different because the gap between iPad and Mac releases will be shorter (likely 3-4 months) and iPadOS 26's new windowing capabilities will finally take full advantage of the powerful chip's performance.

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