Apple's new iPad Pro is hiding a delightful optical illusion

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There's been a lot for Apple fans to sink their teeth into over the last couple of days, with the company giving the iPad line up its most significant overhaul in years (and not a moment too soon – we hadn't seen a new iPad since 2022). We've had hands-on time with both the new iPad Air and iPad Pro, but we didn't spot this delightful optical illusion hiding in plain sight on the iPad Pro. 

The new wallpaper seems, like most Apple wallpapers, to be an abstract (and weirdly calming?) series of geometric shapes and curves. But on closer inspection, they spell out the word 'Pro.' Geddit? That's right – because it's an iPad Pro! That's why it says Pro! (If you're looking for new kit, check out the best iPad for drawing.)

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Daniel John
Design Editor

Daniel John is Design Editor at Creative Bloq. He reports on the worlds of design, branding and lifestyle tech, and has covered several industry events including Milan Design Week, OFFF Barcelona and Adobe Max in Los Angeles.

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