One of the things that many Keynote viewers liked the most is that they could reuse their brand-new iPhone 5s cases on the new iPhone SE. At least it is a way to save. However, it seems that Apple does not have the same plans for the iPad Pro 9,7 ″ and is that has completely discouraged the current iPad Air 2 Smart Covers for the iPad Pro 9,7 ″We do not know if it is exactly due to the intention of selling more, or because it really may not work correctly on the iPad Pro 9,7 ″.
Despite the similarities in measurements, it appears that subtle changes to the design of the 9,7 ″ iPad Pro could make accessories such as the iPad Air 2 Smart Covers not compatible. For its part, Apple has made the work publishing in its online stores and the new Smart Covers designed specifically for the iPad Pro 9,7 ″, although honestly we find it difficult to find the notable differences, beyond its adaptability to the Smart Connector (Yes, lately in Apple everything seems Smart). According to Apple, the magnetic alloy of the Smart Cover of the iPad Pro 9,7 ″ is different so as not to cause problems with the Smart Connector that it includes, unlike the iPad Air 2.
This is why Apple definitely "does not recommend" using the iPad Air 2 Smart Cover on the 9,7 ″ iPad Pro that was presented on March 21. However, we remember that the iPad Air Smart Cover is compatible with the iPad Air 2. On the other hand, the Smart Case of the iPad Air 2 if we completely discard it for the iPad Pro 9,7 ″, the main reason is the four speakers that the latest Apple tablet includes and that would be obstructed by the tablet. As well as the flash of the rear camera, which could not perform its function, since the case does not have the necessary hole to let the light out.
And the silicone case of the iPad Pro 9,7 ”is compatible with the iPad of 2017?
I doubt it, it's thicker in 2017