Apple Pulls Controversial iPad Ad Amid Backlash, Issues Apology

The tech giant retracts a promotional video criticized for symbolizing the suppression of creativity through technology.

Apple's new iPad Pro ad featuring a hydraulic press crushing creative tools sparked widespread criticism for its perceived message.
Critics, including celebrities and marketing experts, decried the ad as a metaphor for technology diminishing human creativity.
Following the backlash, Apple apologized and withdrew the ad from television, citing a misstep in celebrating user creativity.
The ad controversy comes as Apple attempts to revitalize iPad sales, which have declined significantly over the past year.
Despite the ad's withdrawal, Apple continues to promote the technical advancements of its latest iPad models online.