I’ve spoken with a few people who’ve had the issue. One comment:

Hopefully, this is a software issue introduced by the latest iOS update.

Not a fan of Apple not acknowledging hardware issues. Once an issue surfaces more than a few times in forums, that should be enough for Apple to address it in some way. I get that there’s a liability issue for Apple, that taking responsibility can affect the outcome of future lawsuits. But if a user brings in their iPad Pro with a stuttering issue, and a link to the linked MacRumors article, shouldn’t that be enough for:

– A hassle free repair or swap out.
– Interest within an Apple Store to get their hands on a malfunctioning device they can send back to Apple Park so they can get to the heart of the matter.

As is, many hoops were jumped through.