Report: M5 iPad Pro to Feature Dual Front-Facing Cameras

Apple continues to iterate on its premium tablet line, and the next iPad Pro update may include one of the most user-focused design changes yet.

While last year’s M4 iPad Pro marked a major milestone in performance and hardware refinement, Apple also made a much-discussed tweak to the front-facing camera—relocating it from the top (portrait orientation) to the side (landscape orientation). Now, it appears Apple is ready to refine that move further with the M5 iPad Pro.

According to a new report from Bloomberg, the upcoming iPad Pro will include not one, but two front-facing cameras—one on the landscape edge and another on the portrait edge—giving users the best of both worlds.

A Dual-Camera Setup on the Front

In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman offers the first insight into this change:

“Apple is apparently adding a second, portrait-side front-facing camera to the upcoming M5 iPad Pro, presumably so FaceTimers and selfie fans can use the device equally well in either orientation. This isn’t particularly revolutionary, but it’s a nice enhancement.”

While it may not seem like a game-changer at first glance, the addition of a second front camera suggests that Apple is responding to real-world feedback from iPad Pro users. The move to a landscape camera on the M4 was praised by some—especially those who regularly use the iPad with a Magic Keyboard or external display—but it also sparked complaints from those who prefer the natural portrait orientation for video calls, vlogging, or casual selfies.

A Response to Subtle—but Real—User Feedback

Although Apple rarely reverses or revises its design decisions quickly, this update appears to acknowledge that the shift to landscape wasn’t universally embraced. As Gurman notes, the complaints may not have been widespread, but they were clearly loud enough to influence the upcoming design.

It’s not the most groundbreaking change in Apple’s product history, but it’s a thoughtful refinement—something Apple often prides itself on. And while adding another camera might introduce slight visual asymmetry, the front-facing lenses are small enough to remain unobtrusive within the iPad’s bezels.

A Familiar Design with Under-the-Hood Upgrades

The M5 iPad Pro is expected to arrive later this year, continuing Apple’s strategy of regular silicon upgrades for its high-end tablets. Outside of the improved chip and dual-camera layout, no major design overhauls are expected.

Notably, this model will also mark the debut of the M5 chip—making the iPad Pro the first Apple device to feature it. Macs powered by the M5 aren’t expected until sometime in the first half of 2026, meaning the iPad Pro will serve as the initial proving ground for Apple’s next-generation silicon.

What It Means for Pro Users and Everyday Fans

For professionals who rely on the iPad Pro as a laptop replacement, particularly in creative fields or remote work setups, dual front-facing cameras could offer increased flexibility. Whether you’re hopping on a Zoom call in portrait mode with Apple Pencil in hand, or conducting a FaceTime meeting in landscape with a keyboard attached, the iPad Pro would now adapt to your setup instead of forcing you to adapt to it.

For casual users, it’s simply a convenience—eliminating the minor annoyance of having to hold or rotate the device awkwardly for a selfie or call. And in a competitive tablet market, where even small design improvements can matter, Apple is clearly focused on tightening every detail.