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Yahoo
15-02-2025
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Why Wacom's tablet redesign could be a game-changer for artists
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. At first glance pen tablets may all look similar. They're slim slates that function like big trackpads, allowing you to draw with a stylus and see the results on a computer monitor. But as we see in the our guide to the best drawing tablets, features like the location of quick keys for shortcuts can make all the difference to artists' workflows. Now Wacom, one of the biggest names in drawing tablets, is shaking things up with a complete overhaul of its leading Intuous Pro range, which has been among the best pro-level pen tablets since its launch in 2013. It reckons the new design makes for a workflow that's "less work, more flow" thanks to new mechanical dial controls (see our and the best Wacom tablets to compare to the brand's other offerings). The new Intuos Pro's game changer is the addition of customisable mechanical dials. Previous models had customisable buttons and a touch wheel on the side of the devices. Now there are mechanical dials at the top of the tablets along with buttons also in a round design. This reduces the space to the side of the active pen area, making all three sizes of the tablet more compact than their predecessors while also offering larger active drawing areas. That should make them more easily portable than before. And the new dial and button position should make it easier for left-handed or ambidextrous users to use the tablet. The small version of the tablet has one dial at the top, while the medium and large versions have two. Users can allocate tools and actions to the dials. As for the customisable express keys, the new round design also saves space. There are five buttons on the Small tablet and ten on the larger models. The other big advantage of the new Intuos Pros is that they come with the same Wacom Pro Pen 3 stylus as the Cintiq Pro and Wacom Movink tablets. This means that artists can switch between display and non-display devices using the same stylus, simplifying things when a workflow requires use of a pen display. It looks like the new design could speed up workflows by offering more customisation. I say 'could' because we still need to test how comfortably it works in practice. The previous position of the express keys meant that they could be easily accessed with one hand while drawing with the other. We will need to test whether their new location requires more hand movement to reach the the controls, particularly on the large tablet when working at the edges of the active area. The new Intuos Pros will work with devices running Windows 10 or macOS 13 or later via wired USB-C to USB-A connection and wireless via Bluetooth 5.3. They can be paired with two devices as there's a switch on the side to jump between USB and Bluetooth. The tablets are priced at Small: $249.95 / £229.99, Medium: $379.95 / £339.98 and Large: $499.95 / £469.99. Orders were not yet open at the time of writing, but the previous-gen devices now have significant discounts. See the current prices on more Wacom tablets below. And if its software you need to choose, see our guide to the best digital art software.
Yahoo
15-02-2025
- Yahoo
Wacom's new tablet sees its biggest redesign in over a decade
At CES 2025, I had the chance to go behind-the-scenes with Wacom and take a look at the new Intuos Pro tablet. Let me be clear about something upfront: I am no artist. Even my stick figures look like they want to be put out of their misery. Despite my complete inability to hold a pencil correctly, the Intuos Pro demonstrated exactly why this new tablet is so beneficial to users. The Intuos Pro doesn't have a screen of its own. Instead, this tablet is designed to go with its user anywhere they need and connect to whatever display they happen to use at the time. Depending on an artist's field of work, they might choose to work on specifically-calibrated monitors. That might disqualify a tablet with a built-in screen, but the Intuos Pro isn't picky about the machine it connects with. This model comes in three separate sizes: small, medium, and large. And though the Intuos Pro is smaller than its predecessor, there's actually a larger amount of space to work with thanks to a clever redesign that moves the controls from the right side of the tablet to the top. This is a big deal for a reason. Not only does it provide more horizontal space for your hands and wrists, but it's also easier for someone to use whether they're right- or left-handed. The smallest model has five buttons at the top, while the two larger models have ten each. These can be customized with shortcuts, and during Wacom's demonstration, I had the chance to watch Sarajean Chung (@theonewithbear) on Instagram illustrate in real-time. It was obvious even to my untrained eye how fluid the Intuos Pro made the process, allowing the artist to transition between various tools with ease. The Intuos Pro works with the Wacom Pro Pen 3, as well as previous generations of Wacom pens and several other EMR (electro-magnetic resonance) pens from other companies. These tablets will be available for purchase at the Wacom Store, Amazon, Best Buy, and B&H starting at $250 for the smallest model.
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Yahoo
Wacom completely redesigns its flagship Intuos Pro drawing tablets – inside and out!
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Wacom has rocked the best drawing tablets market by announcing a complete redesign of its flagship Intuos Pro range. The Intuos Pro is a mainstay of the best Wacom tablets and with its new chip and digitizer set, Wacom claims the tablet boasts its "most accurate pen stroke (...) and intuitive controls in an ultra-slim, compact design." It also features an improved battery life over the Intuos Pro 2017. Wacom says the Windows and Mac-compatible tablets have been redesigned inside and out, with the most noticeable difference being physical controls positioned along the top of the tablet, rather than to one side, to better accommodate left-handed users. Another big update is the inclusion of the Pro Pen 3, found in the Cintiq Pro, Wacom's flagship range of pen displays. The Pro Pen 3 is said to provide Wacom's 'most sensitive, accurate, and natural pen performance,' while it can be customized with different grips, button configurations, nibs, and even weight adjustments, and doesn't contain any batteries, removing the need for charging. It's also Wacom's first professional creative pen tablet that will work with older Wacom pro pens or a stylus made with EMR technology from Pilot, Lamy, or Staedtler. The new Intuos Pro tablets boast enhanced ergonomics, thanks to the repositioning of mechanical dials and ExpressKeys, again, designed to better accommodate both right- and left-handed users, while also being customized for use with specific applications. The medium and large tablets have ten ExpressKeys and two dials, while the small tablet has five ExpressKeys and one dial. Each tablet is also extremely thin. All sizes boast a very sleight 0.16-0.28in (4 to 7mm) graduated thickness, with a sleek magnesium-alloy back. The new Intuos Pro range can be paired and charged with the included USB-C to A cable or via Bluetooth 5.3. A useful enhancement is the tablets' ability to pair to two computers simultaneously, making it easier to switch from one device to another, while a connector button allows users to 'switch between the wired connection and either wireless computer,' so you can bring a third device into the mix. Wacom rates the tablets to provide 16 hours of battery when fully charged. The tablets come with free trials of Clip Studio Paint, MASV and Capture One, as well as access to Wacom's digital rights management tool, Yuify, so artists can protect their work via a micromark in conjunction with compatible software. The range is compatible with Windows 10 (or later) and macOS 13 (or later). The tablets are set to launch in March and will be priced as follows: Intuos Pro Small, $249.95 (£229.99), Intuos Pro Medium, $379.95 (£339.99), and Intuos Pro Large, $499.95 (£469.99). If you're looking for a great drawing tablet you can take anywhere and are working with a small budget, I reviewed the One by Wacom very favorably. But if a pen display is more your style, you'll be hard-pressed to find a more complete model than the Xencelabs Pen Display 16. And if you're looking to add a drawing tablet or pen display to your own workflow for the first time, here's how I edit photos with an Apple Pencil and my iPad Pro.
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Wacom Redesigns its Flagship Intuos Pro Pen Tablet to Deliver an Exceptional Workflow
The new Intuos Pro brings Wacom's most accurate pen performance and all new levels of efficiency to the latest creative workflows. PORTLAND, Ore., Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The premium digital tablet familiar to the desks of the world's top illustrators, photo editors, videographers and 3D sculptors is now in perfect harmony with today's high end creative applications thanks to its updated design featuring tactile controls and the industry defining Pro Pen 3. Less Work, More Flow Creative workflows are part work and part flow. The work requires a combination of operating complex software controls and processes. The flow is the act of creation. The new Intuos Pro is designed to help artists accomplish their work as quickly and intuitively as possible so they can immerse themselves in the creative flow. The newest Wacom Intuos Pro remains true to its heritage as the preeminent tablet for anyone accustomed to professional workflows. In fact, it has been the industry standard for so long, its precursor, the Intuos 3, was sent to space to support astronauts on the space station as they adjusted to microgravity. The new Intuos Pro integrates Wacom's exceptional Pro Pen 3 technology, the same technology in the Cintiq Pro displays. Because each artist's workflow is as unique as their style, the Pro Pen 3 is designed to be customizable to each artist's preferences from the grip with programmable buttons for shortcuts, and, because this is Wacom's pro line of products, it includes interchangeable grips and buttons that can be reconfigured depending on the user's ergonomic needs. Like all Wacom pens, the Pro Pen 3 needs no charging or batteries. Featuring two different nibs, including a rubber nib which is slip-resistant to optimize precision and, when combined with the improved textured surface, decreases wear. "As software evolves, the need for precision increases. When we started to redesign our flagship product, we began with the foundation of precision," said Koji Yano, Senior Vice President, Wacom Branded Business. A new chip set boosts performance while slimming down its form factor. To satisfy the precision needs of 3D sculptors, photo and video editors, and ensure accuracy in the work by minimizing the chance for unintentional movements and input, Wacom moved the ExpressKeys and touch buttons to the top of the tablet and added two dials to the medium and large Intuos Pro, and one dial to the small size. These dials offer artists tactile feedback and can be used by left-handed and right-handed people without adjustment. The tablet's dials and ExpressKeys come pre-configured and are easily customized to the preferred shortcuts specific to the creative applications in each artist's workflow. This new form factor has been designed to better facilitate flow while ensuring accuracy in the work. Working Where the Creativity Leads Because professional artists need flexibility, the new Intuos Pro is designed to be portable and work seamlessly with the software and operating system of individual artists. The Intuos Pro comes in three sizes, all of which have a larger drawing area at a 16:9 ratio to match today's display sizes. Despite the increased active area, all three sizes are smaller and slimmer than past generations of the Intuos Pro, making it easy to bring along when traveling between remote work locations or offices, and taking up less desk space while the thinner profile enables the most fluid hand and wrist motions to date. The small size is perfect for the artist on-the-move, it weighs approximately 8 ounces (about 240 g) with a dimension of 215 mm (about 8.5 in) x 163 mm (about 6.4 in) and active area of 187mm (about 7.4 in) x 105 mm (about 4.1 in). The medium and large are designed for artists who enjoy a larger canvas or who manage workflows across several monitors. All models are Bluetooth enabled with a wireless operating time of up to 16 hours. Artists can connect up to three devices, one wired device using a USB, and two wireless devices, and they can toggle between devices using a mechanical switch on the tablet. The Intuos Pro works with both Windows and Mac operating systems and with nearly all creative applications, so artists can both create their art, and navigate through their daily tasks. For those who prefer a pencil-like feel or thicker barrel, Wacom has partnered with several pen manufacturers, such as Staedtler, Lamy and Dr. Grip, for a broad range of styluses that will work without additional set up. In addition to the Intuos Pro tablet and Pro Pen 3, artists will receive free trials of Clip Studio Paint, MASV and Capture One software. Wacom will also include access to Wacom's own software Yuify, which is designed to secure authorship for artists. Yuify works with popular software, including Clip Studio Paint, Adobe Photoshop and Rebelle 7, and allows artists to embed a micromark in their work. This micromark is persistent through screenshotting or downloading, maintaining the link between the artist and their art. The Intuos Pro, like all of Wacom's pro products, also grants access to Wacom Bridge, which facilitates pen and touch input between local and remote machines for improved professional collaboration. The Intuos Pro will be available at the Wacom eStore, Amazon, Best Buy and B&H. The three sizes will cost $249.95 for the small, $379.95 for the medium and $499.95 for the large. For more information and the full technical specifications of the new Intuos Pro, please visit About Wacom Wacom's vision is to bring people and technology closer together through natural interface solutions. This has made it the world's leading manufacturer of interactive pen tablets and displays as well as of digital styli and solutions for saving and processing digital signatures. The advanced technology of Wacom's intuitive input devices has been used to create some of the most exciting digital art, films, special effects, fashion and designs around the world and provides business and home users with their leading interface technology to express their personality. Founded in 1983, Wacom is a global company based in Japan (Tokyo Stock Exchange 6727) with subsidiaries and affiliate offices around the world to support marketing and distribution in over 150 countries. For further information about the products of Wacom, see also For further information, please contact: Wacom AmericasMelissa A digital press kit with images, fact sheets and additional information can be downloaded here: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Wacom Technology Corporation
