I agree that, at the moment, the base iPad is the best proposition. Until iPad OS evolves in a substantial way, the usage experience is pretty much the same no matter the hardware, so paying 2x and even 3x the money makes little sense.
Another way to look at it is an iPad is one giant screen, so the one with the best screen? Unfortunately that’s super expensive but a 12.9” ProRes m1 iPad sells on eBay for a similar price as the baseline IPad which is pretty insane value. Food for thought :)
I’ve been doing days upon days of research, watching tons of reviews on what iPad best suits me, and by far your video is both informative and straight to the point. You just got a subscription! Keep it up boss 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Will most likely get the iPad Air 11’ inch 🙏🏾 Edit: I got the iPad Air 11’ with the M2 chip and I love it!!
I've got the iPad Air 5 and it's great. All I really needed it for was for notetaking and it's great for that. Anything more complicated than that I let my Macbook Air/Pro take care of
For those who absolutely want 120hz or those who are thinking of getting a 10th gen iPad, A refurbished 2018 iPad Pro is the way to go. A12x is still killer! Amazon is selling the 512gb models at $440 after tax!( Excellent condition ) 256gb for $410. Best choice for people who don’t want to spend $1000+ on an iPad.
For entry-level the M1 11 inch iPad air should be the minimum recommended, Especially for AI upcoming features, future proof for Yrs it’s on sale NEW for 399 in the US probably all over the world as Apple clears up the stock, plus Apple sell the refurbished for 399 also
Here in my country apple doesn't sell refurbished products. I went to an apple store and they said no. Also I can't buy the M1 ipad air from Amazon as well they have removed it from there as well.
@@chandleryt7496 in USA apple marks down older models when new releases ... Hope they do soon where you are. M1 iPad is the best deal going here 399 new or refurb.
I’m honestly going to miss this IPad because it has “to my beloved princess Zunairah, with loads of love Mum and Dad xxx” engraved on it and it’s rose gold which is a colour I was obsessed with as a child when I got this and it means sm to me I got it on Eid (like Christmas) when I was younger and life was still good I’m literally gonna cry I can’t believe my mum broke it😭😭😭
As a student, I can recommend 10th gen iPad. It’s very useful especially for university use. It’s not overwhelming, it’s cheaper than other iPad models but has a sleek design and newer than the 9th gen. Also, the camera is in landscape mode so when I film myself for a presentation or do online lectures, I don’t look awkward. I also finished my research paper completely reliant on this iPad.
@@inkapabel I use a keyboard but it’s not from apple. It’s a cheaper alternative. Also, I don’t use pencil to write notes since mostly, I just type everything. When I do type my notes as word document, I export it to the book app and it will automatically convert as PDF. Since there’s a feature to highlight documents, I just use my finger to highlight important details. Tho, I’m planning to buy an apple pencil or a stylus.
Hi! May i ask, is it worth spending more for storage or is 64gb enough to use for university and maybe streaming services? Wont the OS start taking up more storage with time?
The USB C pencil is worth getting if you’re using it for note taking. I have the Apple Pencil Pro and it is trash when I’m trying to write notes in Freeform or the Notes app using the calligraphy tool because that barrel roll feature messes up my handwriting. And what’s great is that the pencil is compatible with all the iPads currently in the market.
I have an 11 M2 iPad i absolutely love it!!!! I was thinking about getting the 13 inch air. I agree with everything you’ve said Tom, another great video bro.
I have an M2 12.9 Pro. Bought a 13in Air 2 weeks ago. The 60hz was so noticeable (especially on a big screen!) that I decided to return it and stay with my M2 12.9. YMMV but I'd say M2 Pro 12.9 > Air 13.
Was planning on buying ipad pro 13 inches because of the screen. Had no idea there was an ipad air with that screen size also. Just saved a lot of money
Just replaced my 2018 iPad Pro with the latest 2024 13 inch and am so pleased and happy with it and the apple keyboard. I think I had waited long enough for the upgrade. I once used the paperlike for about 6 months but found it dulled my screen so much, that when I removed the cover it was like night and day that I had missed the glossiness of the true iPad screen for so long. Paperlike is pointless with a now tandem oled screen. Nice video thank you.
@@filip27_ Absolutely it is such a workhorse. Fantastic to think it was 6 years old and still functioned brilliantly. I was able to get my new IPad with Amazon pay in 5 and so sold my iPad with the Magic Keyboard (because that would not work with the new iPad) for £500 or $550 on EBay.
As a past time artist, I was using the base 10th the last 1 or 2 years. It’s good but I absolutely hate charging the pen. You’re dependent on your iPad having enough battery to support it since you can’t charge it at the same time. The screen is also very plasticky feeling and you notice how the top screen layer bends when pressing it. The 10,9” is fine, but it gets a bit cramped and I would 100% upgrade to a 12,9” or the 13” if you aren’t a total beginner artist. The screen is also a tad muddy i feel, and it is pretty hard to watch movies in a well lit area. Definitely loved it, and the pink colour was absolutely stunning, but I’m definitely looking to upgrade. Though I can’t figure out for the life of me if I should choose a 4, 5 ir 6 gen pro, or the new 13” air.
Buy the iPad Pro 11" 3rd Gen for 350 used and you got the best deal: -M1 Chip for Apple Intelligence and iOS 18 -Normal and Ultrawide Camera -LiDAR sensor -Crazy ass mics and speakers -FaceID -Pen 2 and Smart Folio Keyboard Support Best choice rn, buy before iOS 18 is out, cos prices will boom.
I'm a college student, and while I probably could have gotten the bigger sized iPads and have been fine, I got my iPad Mini 6th Gen specifically for its size and portability. Also the 2nd Gen Apple Pencil has been really great for taking notes in my classes. And then, when I'm not using it for school work, it's great for streaming content and browsing + gaming. Overall I'm happy with the Mini
@@micaylahloebig4874 I feel like it does, and I like it better than writing in spiral notebooks as I'm a right handed so when I write on the back of the page my hand is always on the spiral and it gets uncomfortable after a while. My iPad Mini is amazing in this regard as my hand doesn't get uncomfortable nor tired
@@theemeralddj1 thank you I’m a right handed person too so I can relate to the hand cramping come the second page especially in college, knowing that’s 2 out of 77 pages of notes. I decided to make the purchase!
I want a 13” sized iPad, but the 13” iPad Air M2 brand new costs as much as a similar specced but used 12.9” iPad Pro M2 plus a used Magic Keyboard plus a new Pencil gen 2. After I bought it, turns out it was originally sold in Nov 2022, and according to the Apple Store still has 95% battery health. Considering the miniLED screen is tons better than the regular LCD Air screen, I think I made the right choice.
The best option for me is the iPad Air 13-inch (M2). I currently have the iPad Air 2 so if I upgrade to the new iPad Air, it would make a very big difference! 😊
Great comparison, the iPad lineup is too confusing with too many options. Personally I don't see why anyone should buy the iPad Air for £599 when you can get the M1 iPad Pro refurbished for £549 with faceID, 120Hz and Quad Speakers for £549. The only exception I can think of is when Apple releases their back to school sale where you can get the education discount with a free gift card of £80 I think it is for iPads.
I just upgraded from the iPad mini 6th generation 256 GB to the iPad Air 256 GB 11 inch screen and it’s AMAZING. 🤩 I did it for the bigger screen and the faster processor.
M1 iPad Air is honestly amazing I thought that the 60hz would be bother and it definitely did but after a while the speedyness of the apps loading and everything made the iPad feel faster so it’s the best one to buy right now
Currently using the 5th Gen iPad Mini, along with my iPhone 13 Mini and Apple Watch. The iPad Mini is the form factor that works for me - don't need anything MacBook or iPad Pro sized - so l'm waiting very impatiently for the new one. Thanks for the content.
im using the ipad 6th gen. does decent but is bad at playing games. its too laggy, something i dont understand is that quite literally 2 months ago, i had absolutely 0 lag on games but all of a sudden i lag in every game i play. not only that, but i somehow am lagging when i scroll through articles, even my keyboard lags. cant wait to buy the 10th gen. if the 11th gen comes out early im definitely going for it. its probably just because ive been using it for 5 and a half years but its still confusing how a random lag spike happens like that.
@@lowshot Hey ! I'm facing a similar dilemma, was thinking of going for the the 10th gen base price ipad but now im not sure if I should wait out the 11th gen, but no clue when it drops. ( Im also using 6th gen rn )
I own iPad Pro M1 12.9”. Based on the online reviews that M4 iPad Pro with OLED got even brighter, colourful, perfect black level screen etc., I ordered one to see if I should replace my M1 Pro. I found indeed it is brighter, better contrast and more punchy colours and of course buttery smooth. What I did not like is that it has quite a warmer tone, skins tone is not great. When I kept M1 and M4 Pro side by side it was quite evident - M1 I found more neutral and natural colours. I’ve done lots of photo editing and quite sensitive to colour accuracy - did not find M4 convincing enough to and worth $1,300 USD. May be later OLED improvement would be better, for now M1 Pro continues to be excellent.
I just ordered an engraved, 64gb, WiFi only 10th gen for my grandparents Honestly the only concern is that it might be too big for my Grandma so if that happens it’s just a case of returning it and getting a renewed mini, solving all the flaws the 10th gen has 😂
I have the latest Pro 13 and the iPad mini and I don’t think I’d recommend them to anyone even though I love it. They’re very niche enthusiast devices. I agree with the recommendations here - if you are looking for a simple iPad, go for the 10th gen iPad. If you want a nice secondary laptop style experience, get the 13’ Air. If Apple were to trim down their product portfolio, it would simply come down to keeping the basic iPad and the current Air (maybe with a 120hz option). And hopefully one pencil to support both lines. Everything else in their iPad lineup is unnecessary right now.
I went from PC desktop to PC laptop to iPad….and, since 2017, have remained iPad only. Basic stuff, obviously, but also tons of pdfs with my nerd old-school rpg (D&D and more)… also, more importantly, I’ve been using just and only base model (except for storage) iPads to do full-on music creation/production with multiple apps, etc for years. Never once needed an iPad Air nor an iPad Pro. Also, as I’ve transferred everything from iPad to iPad, and saving tons of docs, samples, music files, music production tools, etc….. I’ve used a total of 52GB…..over 7 years! My “basic” 2020 iPad can still do everything and anything I throw at it. There are absolutely and inarguable cases wherein ya need more, perhaps a whole lot more….but, don’t be fooled into imagining ya need the latest and greatest iPad.
I much prefer to work with the iPad/Magic Keyboard but, because iOS doesn't run a piece of software that is crucial to my work flow, I have to stick with my MacBook Air and maybe consider getting an iPad Mini to satisfy my iPad desires. Apple!
I would avoid the base iPad because it doesn't have the longevity of the Air and Pro models. I know many people that still use the first or second gen iPad Pro without any problems while the standard iPad from those times are almost unusable. I would recommend the Air and if you want the few extra features of the pro (promotion, faceid, oled screen, better speakers) then go for the pro but its absolutely not necessary.
I bought the 2024 13” iPad Pro 2TB since I do music and videos…. I also own the latest mini to read books, listen to music, listen to podcasts and watch tv.
Just upgraded to the 10th gen because of this vid. Thank you for helping me narrow it down! I’ve had the 9 for 2 years and it’s been great, but I wanted the new design and dual speakers without paying over 400.
I purchased an IPad Pro M1 a couple of years ago. I also got 1 TB of space. I have only used 35 GB of space so far. I use it for email, RUclips Video's and reading books and magazines. I don't think that I would need the additional features of the M2 or M4 because I don't do video editing or advanced functions.
anything above 11 inch is a pain to have to continuously hole in your hand, sure you can get a cover etc but the big screen Ipads or tablets in general can't do anything better than a 4K laptop with OLED and you can sit it on your lap, adjust the screen without having to hold it. I do love my Ipad air 5th Gen though. Just wish it had a proper OS. For most people though who just browse and look at streaming media a cheaper OLED android would probably be better with better aspect ratio for watching movies, netflix etc.
Super video, great presentation, very natural style. I was flipping between the 11" and 13" Air, erring on 11" but now thinking 13", it may come to a flick of a coin.
I have both the iPad Pro 11 with the M4 and an iPad mini and I consistently find myself using the mini the most often. Something about that form factor just makes it so nice to use.
For my usage my Redmi Pad SE ideal. Great battery life, solid performance, metal housing and solid display. Nowhere near as fast as an iPad10, but a great deal for under 200€.
My kiddo is using my M2 iPad Pro 13 inch so I just got the base iPad Air M2 11 inch for myself today….storage doesn’t impact me that much because 128 is enough with things I use normally being saved into the cloud
for me, i am going with the ipad air 11" 256gb(forgot the exact amount oop) i use my ipad a lot, and i need an ipad for school as i need to use canva for yearbook club. i also use capcut and i have A LOT of pictures and edits and currently have 128gb on my ipad which from looking at my storage, will prob run out soon. i might go with the base ipad 10, but for now i'm going with the ipad air 11" 256(?) gb. i do want the bigger screen, but i'm just too broke to afford to pay 200 more dollars for essentially just better sound, screen(?), maybe more. i also have an ipad 5th gen so honestly it wont even matter that much to me since all of these options are much better one than my current ipad
Would the iPad Air m2 be a better option than the 10th gen iPad? Coming from the 9th gen as well but the battery performance isn’t the greatest especially outside of
I got the iPad 10 through my carrier for $190! I had the 8th gen and it’s much better and I love the 5G connectivity and it’s much better than the 8 I love center stage on the camera and 64gb is the best I just use my iPad as a bigger screen for watching things and i don’t care about Apple intelligence tbh I don’t like ai
I have had iPads for 9+ years, six months ago I purchased a Samsung Tab 9 ultra My needs are media consumption, browsing and email, I never used the Pro features much - what ever they are! Samsungs wider screen was a deal breaker and Dex is so much better than Apples attempt. Other than AppleTV no available all other apps I used are..
Great Video.. I am user of iPad 10th Gen.. And I absolutely agree with your pick.. My main use is reading and watching movies and for that iPad 10th Gen is absolutely perfect choice.. Thanks for making quality videos..
The big thing the 11” iPad Air has going for it is that if you’re going to increase the base storage on the 10th gen cuz 64gb is so small, you’d might as well get a base air instead.
M1 only - at minimum - only proc that supports new AI features - unless need Mini portability (unbeatable!) Plus 11” air M1 $399 US new (WMT, BBUY) & Apple refurb right now! Surprised you didn’t start there, this future proofs the buyer for years and years ❤ your videos, great style, info detailed, & love the b roll of old Blighty!
I'm eyeing the mini as a companion device for my Tab S9+. The Galaxy device already checks a lot of stuff, like the landscape camera, 4k video video, oled, s-pen, hover features, art programs, DEX, and many other things. I need the mini for sketching on the go, better palm rejection using Procreate, Adobe apps and the pencil ( I have the Wacom One pen, but Apple does the pencil nib better.)
Probably the only iPad recommendation video you need to watch.. To the point.. Clear vision and finally found some one who in the end can tell what product is suited for u.. 👍🏻
If Apple doesn't update the iPad Mini by the middle of next year, I have a feeling we might be seeing a foldable IPhone in late 2024 or early 2025. A foldable iPhone would destroy Mini sales, so it makes sense for it to be possibly discontinued.
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Apples certified refurb is basically new. They only reuse the motherboard. They have 12.9 inch m2 ipads with the miniled hdr display for 889 US. I think that is a much better value than an m4 that doesnt really give you more utility.
I actually use the cellular feature on both my iPad 9th gen and 10th gen because there will be times when that will come in very handy for you. Their are times when you won't have access to wifi i highly recommend it. I have been using the hatoku gen 1 and recently bought the hatoku gen 2 apple pencil alternative at $20 from amazon you can't go wrong just fyi I'm not an artist i only use it for productivity purposes.
if they would added 120Hz screen to 11" or 13" 2024 Air with the same price, i would already bought it. Its too old technology for Air's. Honor Magic Pad 2 is clear winner (sadly without Google). Maybe i give Apple 1 year time to develop their iPads and wait one year. Or not. Those are not worthy. Very honest review, thanks!
Just buy ipad 10 and a 3rd party pencil which runs on battery so that you don't have charging hassle. I've been using my 3rd party pencil for the last 2 years. I didn't need to change the battery yet.
The iPad Mini is more like a giant phone if you go for the cellular model. A foldable phone makes more sense than an iPad Mini since the screen sizes are very similar.
The iPad (10th Generation) is the best value device on the market, full stop. For a lot of users, they don’t need all the power of the laptop and the iPad provides a high-quality and provides an inexpensive alternative to a laptop. My wish for the iPad range is that Apple gives the iPad Mini and the iPad the same tech specs and adds a 13” model to the base range. On pure units sold, Apple sells 2.2 iPad units for every MacBook sold; thus, having an additional 13” model will give end users more options.
I don’t see why this is so difficult folks. What iPad should you buy? Easy. You get the biggest one. To quote the great malmsteen. “less is not more. MORE is more” I kid I kid…I did go for the 13 inch 1tb M4 pro. More is more.
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I got the iPad Air 6, only because I was getting it at the same price as the iPad 10 gen with the student discount. Otherwise I was going for ipad 10 gen, but then I checked the student discount.
I'm just waiting for a base ipad with OLED and then that'll be me sorted. The processor is already powerful enough to do what I want and with OLED it will be the perfect netflix machine
your video did help allot, after watching your video i bought an ipad, you have helped clarify everything very well, i really appreciate your effort, so thank you
Imo, iPad pro M2 11 & 12.9 was a better deal just recently at Best Buy & BJs when the price went down $300-400. 120hz is noticeable. I got m2 11 256gb @650. M2 12.9 was @900. Big difference.
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I agree that, at the moment, the base iPad is the best proposition. Until iPad OS evolves in a substantial way, the usage experience is pretty much the same no matter the hardware, so paying 2x and even 3x the money makes little sense.
Logically speaking, absolutely. But sometimes u want a nice fast multimedia device.
Another way to look at it is an iPad is one giant screen, so the one with the best screen? Unfortunately that’s super expensive but a 12.9” ProRes m1 iPad sells on eBay for a similar price as the baseline IPad which is pretty insane value. Food for thought :)
@@latinreuben that is fine, but if the iPad is meant to be just a multimedia device, then you dont need an ultrapowerful M4 processor.
@@HectorYagueagreed. The most id splurge on is the iPad pro 11 M2 256gb at 650 I got.
Yep until ipadOS can really take advantage of the M1/M2/M4 performance (and I don't know if Apple Intelligence is really enough to justify either)
I’ve been doing days upon days of research, watching tons of reviews on what iPad best suits me, and by far your video is both informative and straight to the point. You just got a subscription! Keep it up boss 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Will most likely get the iPad Air 11’ inch 🙏🏾
Edit: I got the iPad Air 11’ with the M2 chip and I love it!!
what price and what colour?
@@mayanksachannitw i just bought ipad air m2 with free pencil pro at usd728.
Amazing how much did you buy it from and where
Great to see a video that does not end with: "it depends on the needs you have" that top in the end was it for me, thanks! 🙌🏼
Exactly!!
Hey Chaps! Which iPad would you go for??
iPad Air
I've got the iPad Air 5 and it's great. All I really needed it for was for notetaking and it's great for that. Anything more complicated than that I let my Macbook Air/Pro take care of
Sadly the 9th gen
Realme gt 6 review?
Likely iPad Pro 11” 256gb instead of iPad 10th gen.
I absolutely agree with you! iPad 10 is the best! I've had it for almost 5 months and I really like it!
For those who absolutely want 120hz or those who are thinking of getting a 10th gen iPad, A refurbished 2018 iPad Pro
is the way to go. A12x is still killer!
Amazon is selling the 512gb models at $440 after tax!( Excellent condition )
256gb for $410.
Best choice for people who don’t want to spend $1000+ on an iPad.
The best option is buy an iPad Air M1 at $399👌✌️💯
m1pro is my best
For entry-level the M1 11 inch iPad air should be the minimum recommended, Especially for AI upcoming features, future proof for Yrs
it’s on sale NEW for 399 in the US probably all over the world as Apple clears up the stock, plus Apple sell the refurbished for 399 also
Here in my country apple doesn't sell refurbished products. I went to an apple store and they said no.
Also I can't buy the M1 ipad air from Amazon as well they have removed it from there as well.
That is exactly the option I choose, as soon as it went on sale for $399.
@@chandleryt7496 in USA apple marks down older models when new releases ... Hope they do soon where you are. M1 iPad is the best deal going here 399 new or refurb.
I’m honestly going to miss this IPad because it has “to my beloved princess Zunairah, with loads of love Mum and Dad xxx” engraved on it and it’s rose gold which is a colour I was obsessed with as a child when I got this and it means sm to me I got it on Eid (like Christmas) when I was younger and life was still good I’m literally gonna cry I can’t believe my mum broke it😭😭😭
why did she break it?
@@Slooomh She smashed it on my head because I embarrassed her in front of her friends and gave attitude.
@@SlytherinQueen537 That extremely mean!! The glass could get in your head!!
@@SlytherinQueen537 bruh, so their "loads of love" just ended up becoming loads on your head, literally!
eid is not like christmas
Thank you for including that pencil comparison chart, things just got so confusing with compatibility
glad it helped!
As a student, I can recommend 10th gen iPad. It’s very useful especially for university use. It’s not overwhelming, it’s cheaper than other iPad models but has a sleek design and newer than the 9th gen. Also, the camera is in landscape mode so when I film myself for a presentation or do online lectures, I don’t look awkward. I also finished my research paper completely reliant on this iPad.
Hi and thank you for your tip! If I may ask, did you rely on the keyboard or the pencil to write notes etc?
@@inkapabel I use a keyboard but it’s not from apple. It’s a cheaper alternative. Also, I don’t use pencil to write notes since mostly, I just type everything. When I do type my notes as word document, I export it to the book app and it will automatically convert as PDF. Since there’s a feature to highlight documents, I just use my finger to highlight important details. Tho, I’m planning to buy an apple pencil or a stylus.
@@Ipsum_lorrem What keyboard did you use?
Thank You for the tip! I bought this iPad and bought brand-off keyboard and Apple Pencil
Hi! May i ask, is it worth spending more for storage or is 64gb enough to use for university and maybe streaming services? Wont the OS start taking up more storage with time?
The USB C pencil is worth getting if you’re using it for note taking. I have the Apple Pencil Pro and it is trash when I’m trying to write notes in Freeform or the Notes app using the calligraphy tool because that barrel roll feature messes up my handwriting. And what’s great is that the pencil is compatible with all the iPads currently in the market.
I have an 11 M2 iPad i absolutely love it!!!! I was thinking about getting the 13 inch air. I agree with everything you’ve said Tom, another great video bro.
Just got m2 11 pro. 120hz is noticeable. iPad drops to 60hz. Screen size is nice tho
Bro can u help me. I am also confused between the 11 inch and 13 inch of m2 ipad air. Pls help. I am a student
I have an M2 12.9 Pro. Bought a 13in Air 2 weeks ago. The 60hz was so noticeable (especially on a big screen!) that I decided to return it and stay with my M2 12.9. YMMV but I'd say M2 Pro 12.9 > Air 13.
@@advitiyamishra1745 depends if you want an iPad feel go for 11 inch
The production went into making this video is insane! Nice edits ❤🎉
Was planning on buying ipad pro 13 inches because of the screen. Had no idea there was an ipad air with that screen size also. Just saved a lot of money
Just replaced my 2018 iPad Pro with the latest 2024 13 inch and am so pleased and happy with it and the apple keyboard. I think I had waited long enough for the upgrade. I once used the paperlike for about 6 months but found it dulled my screen so much, that when I removed the cover it was like night and day that I had missed the glossiness of the true iPad screen for so long. Paperlike is pointless with a now tandem oled screen. Nice video thank you.
Was the pro from 2018 still good for basic use?
@@filip27_ Absolutely it is such a workhorse. Fantastic to think it was 6 years old and still functioned brilliantly. I was able to get my new IPad with Amazon pay in 5 and so sold my iPad with the Magic Keyboard (because that would not work with the new iPad) for £500 or $550 on EBay.
As a past time artist, I was using the base 10th the last 1 or 2 years. It’s good but I absolutely hate charging the pen. You’re dependent on your iPad having enough battery to support it since you can’t charge it at the same time. The screen is also very plasticky feeling and you notice how the top screen layer bends when pressing it. The 10,9” is fine, but it gets a bit cramped and I would 100% upgrade to a 12,9” or the 13” if you aren’t a total beginner artist. The screen is also a tad muddy i feel, and it is pretty hard to watch movies in a well lit area. Definitely loved it, and the pink colour was absolutely stunning, but I’m definitely looking to upgrade. Though I can’t figure out for the life of me if I should choose a 4, 5 ir 6 gen pro, or the new 13” air.
Buy the iPad Pro 11" 3rd Gen for 350 used and you got the best deal:
-M1 Chip for Apple Intelligence and iOS 18
-Normal and Ultrawide Camera
-LiDAR sensor
-Crazy ass mics and speakers
-FaceID
-Pen 2 and Smart Folio Keyboard Support
Best choice rn, buy before iOS 18 is out, cos prices will boom.
I'm a college student, and while I probably could have gotten the bigger sized iPads and have been fine, I got my iPad Mini 6th Gen specifically for its size and portability. Also the 2nd Gen Apple Pencil has been really great for taking notes in my classes. And then, when I'm not using it for school work, it's great for streaming content and browsing + gaming. Overall I'm happy with the Mini
Do you feel like it allows enough room for writing? Position wise almost like a notebook.
@@micaylahloebig4874 I feel like it does, and I like it better than writing in spiral notebooks as I'm a right handed so when I write on the back of the page my hand is always on the spiral and it gets uncomfortable after a while. My iPad Mini is amazing in this regard as my hand doesn't get uncomfortable nor tired
@@theemeralddj1 thank you I’m a right handed person too so I can relate to the hand cramping come the second page especially in college, knowing that’s 2 out of 77 pages of notes. I decided to make the purchase!
I want a 13” sized iPad, but the 13” iPad Air M2 brand new costs as much as a similar specced but used 12.9” iPad Pro M2 plus a used Magic Keyboard plus a new Pencil gen 2. After I bought it, turns out it was originally sold in Nov 2022, and according to the Apple Store still has 95% battery health.
Considering the miniLED screen is tons better than the regular LCD Air screen, I think I made the right choice.
The best option for me is the iPad Air 13-inch (M2). I currently have the iPad Air 2 so if I upgrade to the new iPad Air, it would make a very big difference! 😊
Number 1 is iPad Air 11 since it will be the best seller iPad this 2024 I reckon.
Refreshing to see someone not just recommend the most expensive. This video really helped, thanks!
Great comparison, the iPad lineup is too confusing with too many options. Personally I don't see why anyone should buy the iPad Air for £599 when you can get the M1 iPad Pro refurbished for £549 with faceID, 120Hz and Quad Speakers for £549.
The only exception I can think of is when Apple releases their back to school sale where you can get the education discount with a free gift card of £80 I think it is for iPads.
I just upgraded from the iPad mini 6th generation 256 GB to the iPad Air 256 GB 11 inch screen and it’s AMAZING. 🤩 I did it for the bigger screen and the faster processor.
M1 iPad Air is honestly amazing I thought that the 60hz would be bother and it definitely did but after a while the speedyness of the apps loading and everything made the iPad feel faster so it’s the best one to buy right now
Currently using the 5th Gen iPad Mini, along with my iPhone 13 Mini and Apple Watch. The iPad Mini is the form factor that works for me - don't need anything MacBook or iPad Pro sized - so l'm waiting very impatiently for the new one.
Thanks for the content.
im using the ipad 6th gen. does decent but is bad at playing games. its too laggy, something i dont understand is that quite literally 2 months ago, i had absolutely 0 lag on games but all of a sudden i lag in every game i play. not only that, but i somehow am lagging when i scroll through articles, even my keyboard lags. cant wait to buy the 10th gen. if the 11th gen comes out early im definitely going for it. its probably just because ive been using it for 5 and a half years but its still confusing how a random lag spike happens like that.
@@lowshot Hey ! I'm facing a similar dilemma, was thinking of going for the the 10th gen base price ipad but now im not sure if I should wait out the 11th gen, but no clue when it drops. ( Im also using 6th gen rn )
@@vedantgarg985 it should be released late into 2024, or early next year
@@lowshot your going to wait that long ?
@@vedantgarg985 if it’s before 2025 then yeah
I own iPad Pro M1 12.9”. Based on the online reviews that M4 iPad Pro with OLED got even brighter, colourful, perfect black level screen etc., I ordered one to see if I should replace my M1 Pro. I found indeed it is brighter, better contrast and more punchy colours and of course buttery smooth.
What I did not like is that it has quite a warmer tone, skins tone is not great. When I kept M1 and M4 Pro side by side it was quite evident - M1 I found more neutral and natural colours. I’ve done lots of photo editing and quite sensitive to colour accuracy - did not find M4 convincing enough to and worth $1,300 USD.
May be later OLED improvement would be better, for now M1 Pro continues to be excellent.
Personally I got and use the iPad Pro 12.9” and it has been amazing for me for basically everything
I just ordered an engraved, 64gb, WiFi only 10th gen for my grandparents
Honestly the only concern is that it might be too big for my Grandma so if that happens it’s just a case of returning it and getting a renewed mini, solving all the flaws the 10th gen has 😂
I have the latest Pro 13 and the iPad mini and I don’t think I’d recommend them to anyone even though I love it. They’re very niche enthusiast devices. I agree with the recommendations here - if you are looking for a simple iPad, go for the 10th gen iPad. If you want a nice secondary laptop style experience, get the 13’ Air.
If Apple were to trim down their product portfolio, it would simply come down to keeping the basic iPad and the current Air (maybe with a 120hz option). And hopefully one pencil to support both lines. Everything else in their iPad lineup is unnecessary right now.
Yep exactly
I went from PC desktop to PC laptop to iPad….and, since 2017, have remained iPad only.
Basic stuff, obviously, but also tons of pdfs with my nerd old-school rpg (D&D and more)… also, more importantly, I’ve been using just and only base model (except for storage) iPads to do full-on music creation/production with multiple apps, etc for years. Never once needed an iPad Air nor an iPad Pro.
Also, as I’ve transferred everything from iPad to iPad, and saving tons of docs, samples, music files, music production tools, etc….. I’ve used a total of 52GB…..over 7 years!
My “basic” 2020 iPad can still do everything and anything I throw at it.
There are absolutely and inarguable cases wherein ya need more, perhaps a whole lot more….but, don’t be fooled into imagining ya need the latest and greatest iPad.
I much prefer to work with the iPad/Magic Keyboard but, because iOS doesn't run a piece of software that is crucial to my work flow, I have to stick with my MacBook Air and maybe consider getting an iPad Mini to satisfy my iPad desires. Apple!
I would avoid the base iPad because it doesn't have the longevity of the Air and Pro models. I know many people that still use the first or second gen iPad Pro without any problems while the standard iPad from those times are almost unusable.
I would recommend the Air and if you want the few extra features of the pro (promotion, faceid, oled screen, better speakers) then go for the pro but its absolutely not necessary.
I bought the 2024 13” iPad Pro 2TB since I do music and videos…. I also own the latest mini to read books, listen to music, listen to podcasts and watch tv.
Now I'm jealous
I went iPad 9. It was 249 when I got it, and honestly does everything I need it to do.
Just upgraded to the 10th gen because of this vid. Thank you for helping me narrow it down! I’ve had the 9 for 2 years and it’s been great, but I wanted the new design and dual speakers without paying over 400.
If you want a big screen for school or university then get the iPad Air M2 i got it and i love it ❤
It’s thanks to you that i went with a 10th gen ipad. I just got it today and watching this vid on it. You’ve earned my trust and sub lol
I love my ipad mini ❤ I’ve been using it all the time very handy.
11 inch IPad Pro and IPad Mini for me.
I purchased an IPad Pro M1 a couple of years ago. I also got 1 TB of space. I have only used 35 GB of space so far. I use it for email, RUclips Video's and reading books and magazines. I don't think that I would need the additional features of the M2 or M4 because I don't do video editing or advanced functions.
anything above 11 inch is a pain to have to continuously hole in your hand, sure you can get a cover etc but the big screen Ipads or tablets in general can't do anything better than a 4K laptop with OLED and you can sit it on your lap, adjust the screen without having to hold it. I do love my Ipad air 5th Gen though. Just wish it had a proper OS.
For most people though who just browse and look at streaming media a cheaper OLED android would probably be better with better aspect ratio for watching movies, netflix etc.
Super video, great presentation, very natural style. I was flipping between the 11" and 13" Air, erring on 11" but now thinking 13", it may come to a flick of a coin.
I have both the iPad Pro 11 with the M4 and an iPad mini and I consistently find myself using the mini the most often. Something about that form factor just makes it so nice to use.
For my usage my Redmi Pad SE ideal. Great battery life, solid performance, metal housing and solid display. Nowhere near as fast as an iPad10, but a great deal for under 200€.
My kiddo is using my M2 iPad Pro 13 inch so I just got the base iPad Air M2 11 inch for myself today….storage doesn’t impact me that much because 128 is enough with things I use normally being saved into the cloud
Man….great work on this video. You have answered every single one of my questions. Keep it up!
All the iPads need a decent file handling system and I don’t see that happening in iPad OS 18 sadly
1:57 the unnecessary swipe we all do anywhere, everywhere.
I haven’t had an iPad in awhile! I just ordered the iPad Air 11 inch 256GB. I’m excited to get it in a few days!🙌🏼♥️
Thanks so much for your ideas & input. After all that I think I will go with the 13" Air
for me, i am going with the ipad air 11" 256gb(forgot the exact amount oop) i use my ipad a lot, and i need an ipad for school as i need to use canva for yearbook club. i also use capcut and i have A LOT of pictures and edits and currently have 128gb on my ipad which from looking at my storage, will prob run out soon. i might go with the base ipad 10, but for now i'm going with the ipad air 11" 256(?) gb. i do want the bigger screen, but i'm just too broke to afford to pay 200 more dollars for essentially just better sound, screen(?), maybe more. i also have an ipad 5th gen so honestly it wont even matter that much to me since all of these options are much better one than my current ipad
Great review of today’s options. I’m still on the 9th gen which is very capable. Time to upgrade I think 🤔
even upgrading to 10th gen is very nice
Would the iPad Air m2 be a better option than the 10th gen iPad? Coming from the 9th gen as well but the battery performance isn’t the greatest especially outside of
I got the iPad 10 through my carrier for $190! I had the 8th gen and it’s much better and I love the 5G connectivity and it’s much better than the 8 I love center stage on the camera and 64gb is the best I just use my iPad as a bigger screen for watching things and i don’t care about Apple intelligence tbh I don’t like ai
I have had iPads for 9+ years, six months ago I purchased a Samsung Tab 9 ultra
My needs are media consumption, browsing and email, I never used the Pro features much - what ever they are!
Samsungs wider screen was a deal breaker and Dex is so much better than Apples attempt.
Other than AppleTV no available all other apps I used are..
Great Video.. I am user of iPad 10th Gen.. And I absolutely agree with your pick.. My main use is reading and watching movies and for that iPad 10th Gen is absolutely perfect choice.. Thanks for making quality videos..
I'm going for this one too. Which did you choose?
@@celestiallynne690 256 GB, WiFi Only, Silver Colour..
Thank you for the video. I needed a kindle. But I realised it's better to buy the iPad.
Much needed video, appreciate the hard work
I love the form factor of the mini - gonna upgrade my mini 6 when the 7 arrives
I came in watching on my iPad 10 I got at a then sale price of $350 expecting to be disappointed even though I love it and am leaving very happy 😂
Watching on my iPad mini 5. For everyday task and streaming I love the form factor of the 5
The big thing the 11” iPad Air has going for it is that if you’re going to increase the base storage on the 10th gen cuz 64gb is so small, you’d might as well get a base air instead.
M1 only - at minimum - only proc that supports new AI features - unless need Mini portability (unbeatable!)
Plus 11” air M1 $399 US new (WMT, BBUY) & Apple refurb right now!
Surprised you didn’t start there, this future proofs the buyer for years and years
❤ your videos, great style, info detailed, & love the b roll of old Blighty!
For me M chip and OLED are a must. It’ll have to be the Pro.
I have the iPad 10 and I got it from my carrier for 190$ and I have the 1st beta of iPadOS 18 running on it and it runs well
Apple’s MISSING the Space Grey option on the iPad 10 😳 Hopefully, they’ll update the iPad this fall and add that color 😎🤞
I'm eyeing the mini as a companion device for my Tab S9+. The Galaxy device already checks a lot of stuff, like the landscape camera, 4k video video, oled, s-pen, hover features, art programs, DEX, and many other things. I need the mini for sketching on the go, better palm rejection using Procreate, Adobe apps and the pencil ( I have the Wacom One pen, but Apple does the pencil nib better.)
Ipad 8 user here, thinking on buying the new m4 11” on my next payday. Thank you for this video.
Fantastic video. Very helpful. Thank you.
11inch iPad Pro M4 is the best IMO. Perfect size.
Thank you for helping convince me, once again, not to buy any of these unnecessary devices. 🙏🏼
Probably the only iPad recommendation video you need to watch.. To the point.. Clear vision and finally found some one who in the end can tell what product is suited for u.. 👍🏻
If Apple doesn't update the iPad Mini by the middle of next year, I have a feeling we might be seeing a foldable IPhone in late 2024 or early 2025. A foldable iPhone would destroy Mini sales, so it makes sense for it to be possibly discontinued.
Excellent breakdown and review of the entire series. Very helpful!
I have been a subscriber of yours for over two years.
I love every video you put out.
The way you speak.
The way your videos are edited.
Your personality
Your beautiful b roll
Everything is just perfect
I want to be as good to RUclipsr as you
If it is possible brother
Please can you show us a how I make my videos
Type of video
From scripting
To recording
To editing
To lighting
To sound
To devices used for capture
Even if it is a paid thing, I will buy it
Apples certified refurb is basically new. They only reuse the motherboard. They have 12.9 inch m2 ipads with the miniled hdr display for 889 US. I think that is a much better value than an m4 that doesnt really give you more utility.
I actually use the cellular feature on both my iPad 9th gen and 10th gen because there will be times when that will come in very handy for you. Their are times when you won't have access to wifi i highly recommend it. I have been using the hatoku gen 1 and recently bought the hatoku gen 2 apple pencil alternative at $20 from amazon you can't go wrong just fyi I'm not an artist i only use it for productivity purposes.
Is the ipad 10gen a good one for a very long term use
I have the iPad mini 6 and it does the job for me. I use it chiefly for traveling. I also own the M1 MBA as a daily driver. That's it.
if they would added 120Hz screen to 11" or 13" 2024 Air with the same price, i would already bought it. Its too old technology for Air's. Honor Magic Pad 2 is clear winner (sadly without Google). Maybe i give Apple 1 year time to develop their iPads and wait one year. Or not. Those are not worthy. Very honest review, thanks!
Seeing the M1 for £429 at the moment. Might be one of the better deals available.
Just buy ipad 10 and a 3rd party pencil which runs on battery so that you don't have charging hassle. I've been using my 3rd party pencil for the last 2 years. I didn't need to change the battery yet.
Watching from iPad 10 been over year
Really handful
Mostly spot on but you could get 120hz on the 11 inch from back in 2018
That's true, you could (and the 2018 Pro makes a great buy if you can find a decent condition one)
For me, m2 11 air was the best choice because I bought it very cheaply thanks to education sales. I live in Türkiye
The iPad Mini is more like a giant phone if you go for the cellular model. A foldable phone makes more sense than an iPad Mini since the screen sizes are very similar.
The iPad (10th Generation) is the best value device on the market, full stop. For a lot of users, they don’t need all the power of the laptop and the iPad provides a high-quality and provides an inexpensive alternative to a laptop.
My wish for the iPad range is that Apple gives the iPad Mini and the iPad the same tech specs and adds a 13” model to the base range. On pure units sold, Apple sells 2.2 iPad units for every MacBook sold; thus, having an additional 13” model will give end users more options.
iPad 10th Gen does not support Stage Manager, so there is a huge differnce with the Air M2. I’d buy the iPad Air just because of this.
iPad Air M1 is a great option for me
Thanks for this Video helped me pick my iPad and I have no regrets
I don’t see why this is so difficult folks. What iPad should you buy? Easy. You get the biggest one. To quote the great malmsteen. “less is not more. MORE is more” I kid I kid…I did go for the 13 inch 1tb M4 pro. More is more.
Also, I'm thinking Apple is going to "roll" out rollable screen phones soon...that will be a must for me
Hi, Vahid from Hamburg has a suggestion for you:
Please make your voice on video with a normal speed of talking and more naturally. It seems that after recording, you increase the speed of your speaking in the final cut. This decreases the understanding for non-English speakers and makes your videos, or similar ones, more annoying. Because of adhering to this principle, MKBHD videos are more interesting and understandable for non-English people.
Everything else on your channel is awesome. ❤ Thanks 🎉
I don't increase the speak of my speaking at all. It's just my voice :)
I think it is very fair and reasonable rating for these iPdas
Great iPad reviews, thanks.
I got the iPad Air 6, only because I was getting it at the same price as the iPad 10 gen with the student discount. Otherwise I was going for ipad 10 gen, but then I checked the student discount.
I'm just waiting for a base ipad with OLED and then that'll be me sorted. The processor is already powerful enough to do what I want and with OLED it will be the perfect netflix machine
your video did help allot, after watching your video i bought an ipad, you have helped clarify everything very well, i really appreciate your effort, so thank you
Imo, iPad pro M2 11 & 12.9 was a better deal just recently at Best Buy & BJs when the price went down $300-400. 120hz is noticeable. I got m2 11 256gb @650. M2 12.9 was @900. Big difference.
Being a while, was waiting for a longtime.