Um lol just because they think it's worse than the pro which it definitely is doesnt mean they are apparently trashtalking it is and cmon tell me which utuber shits on this ipad huh
Most just think of it as a status symbol to have top tier shit instead of buying what best fits their need. Typically the low or mid grade of ‘things’ is plenty for most users.
I agree with you! When I started researching iPads, many RUclipsrs seemed to say skip this one and go ahead and get the air or the pro completely disregarding the positives of this iPad. I totally get what you're saying.
You say you don’t know where an iPad Mini or a 32 gb iPad comes in at. Well, a proofreader or a book editor... People make a living doing this, these devices are awesome for this!
The only reason to get 8th gen iPad: it's the cheapest iPad that you can have that works with the face painting feature in ProCreate 5X. At least that's why I traded in my 7th gen iPad for it 😄
I did own the 9,7“ iPad and Switches now to the base 8th gen. Ok I got the cellular version. It’s my workhorse: notes, mail, conf calls. And in the evening I consume a bit content and answer comments on my channel or work a big in Skripts l. I use currently 15GB. I don’t edit on it, do sometimes thumbnails, that’s it. And for work in the company I just don’t like being the air 4 or pro, that 8. Gen one just does the job. got also the regular Smart Keyboard and am happy with it. Oh, I got the iPad and keyboard with 15% so a pretty good deal. Plus i could get it now, the Air 4 is still not available in Germany. Thanks for the update, stay safe and keep up the good work
I love using my iPad 8th gen for school. It’s used for note taking, writing on PDFs, working on homework problems, watching videos, playing games, and more. It’s just fantastic and highly recommend for people to get. I feel more productive with it is a game changer for school.
@@iranc6171 I have the 32gb because I am not keeping much on it. It is hard since having lots of apps takes most of the storage. But I try to keep it limited since I don’t need much.
Yup got the 8th....replaced my 2nd broken laptop, emails, browsing and school work. Battery life lasts longer on an ipad...so its a backup for schoolwork.
I'm going to buy the 32 gb model as my first ever ipad, it's just right on budget for me I'm going to use it for taking notes, watching videos and reading books, maybe video editing or music production in the future. Also I'm getting a 64 gb lightning/usb stick for storing all my files outside the ipad. I'm really going back and forth in my decision bec I don't wanna waste money on something that may bug me in the next 3+ years. What do you think guys? Update: I ordered it a day ago and it will be here soon, I also found a good offer so I upgraded my USB Stick purchase to 128 GB ♥️
I think it's still safe to choose the 128gb over the 32gb. As soon as you open the ipad, it takes around 10-15gb in an instant (from what I've watched). That's just something to look over for 😅
Perfect analysis! It makes us understand more what we actually needs. IPad Pro certainly is an excellent device but for my daily usage mainly on surf browsing and word and note processing. That Ipad 8gen is more then enough to handle my work. Well done Gary!
I’ve had the 32 GB iPad 8 for four months so far and I’m not even close to bumping into memory limitations (knock on wood). Its only use is web browsing, email, OneNote, RUclips, Netflix, Kindle, and RUclips TV. I never anticipate doing photo/video storage or editing, podcasts, or downloading music. I think I’ll be fine for at least a couple years.
@@MoNeYMlKE420 It's still doing great, and I'm still using less than half the 32 GB of storage. Its main uses for me are as a laptop replacement for travel, and as a second monitor using Sidecar. I use it with the Logitech Combo Touch keyboard/trackpad case, which works well and provides good protection, although at the cost of significantly added weight and bulk. The nice part is that it connects to the iPad's Smart Connector, so doesn't need its own battery. However, it's pricey at $150, although it goes on sale often and I've seen it as low as $117 on Amazon. Even then, there are much cheaper keyboard options. Congrats on the iPad purchase. I think you'll like it. It's a great value.
@@dansanger5340 awesome ok cool sounds good .yeah I was checking out that Logitech combo last night looks pretty cool i don’t think I’ll have much use for the keyboard part. I’m leaning towards that speck balance folio case of maybe will get something off Amazon. Thanks for the info enjoy stay safe Dan
Planning to get an Air 4 to upgrade from my ipad air 1 but it’s out of stock everywhere in my area. Thanks to this video I convinced myself to go for substance over style (and the price is mind blowingly cheap for what it offers!). Getting an ipad 8 tomorrow
I bought my ipad air 2 over 6 years ago shortly after the birth of my son. Today he uses it for homeschooling. It still gets software updates and is usable. I can only recommend an ipad.
My current iPad is the 8 and I really love it! I use a third party stylus that I don't really know the name of, because Apple Pencil's too expensive for me, and I have a Smart Keyboard as well, it lacks the trackpad and I don't have a mouse but my finger's fine. It's free, 0 bucks for a finger! Si really agree with your opinion, 32GB is not much, well it's not close to much, but buying something third-party/cheaper accessories would still be fine! Logitech products are really cool, and I rate this iPad 9/10. The 1 was the 32gb storage. Although because of its storage maybe lower the price a little bit, and the iPad 9 is probably better value, but still very good iPad. Love your vids!
i bought my ipad 8th gen after watching a couple of your hype review videos. it's great! like you said, i only use it for streaming and browsing so i got the 32gb because i just wanted a larger screen for when i watch something before sleeping without the bulkiness of my laptop. i was initially planning to get the ipad air 4 but im glad i didn't, i can do so much more with the money i saved lol.
Honestly, I think the iPad 8 works well with many people. It has the same resolution as the new iPad Air 4, but it’s missing True Tone and p3 wide color. I know that sounds awful on paper, but even comparing it to the iPad Air 3, I could barely tell the difference. The A12 chip is much more than enough for normal tasks, and it can game very well. I compared the pencil to that of my brother’s iPad Pro 2020, and at least for me, I could barely tell the difference between the latency. Even when doing that thing where you move the pencil really fast, it doesn’t feel as different as you may think
@@iranc6171 if you can afford it I’d go for that one. I recommend the iPad 8 if your using it as a secondary device. But if you plan on using an iPad for a primary device I’d say iPad Air 4
I moved from the iPad 6 to the iPad 8. I had a 32gb iPad 6 cellular and have been struggling with that storage limit this entire time, I got the 128gb cellular iPad 8. One of the main reasons I upgraded was the connector for the keyboard, I do a lot of emails on my iPad and packing a blue tooth keyboard is getting old. I seriously considered the iPad Air but decided I did not want to keep extra cables with me, if I need to pack a more capable device I will pack my MacBook.
Just bought one. Replacing my wife’s 3rd generation iPad that is still working but has slowed down. Easily justifiable purchase when you’re getting that type of life out of a product.
the irony is i saw his unboxing video ordered my 8th gen on 2nd oct and still waiting for it to arrive, man this covid has slowed things down ALL MY IMPATIENT SOULS CAN RELATE 😁😁
@@tjungan8409 use family plan, 9 to 10 usd per YEAR (word, powerpoint, excel, and 1 whopping TB of onedrive) really not that much. your lunch maybe just as much as that.
There is one complaint I have. The keyboard integration is poorly documented and not fully implemented. For most people this won't be an issue. It is also a bit more forgivable since this is mainly a touch device. While I do like things like the shortcut menu that pops up when you hit the control, there were a few things that I had to search for. Forward delete is control+d. Escape is command+period/full stop. to close an app to reduce the amount of alt tabbing is hitting Q while alt tabbing. If you want to close the current active app you have to alt tab through all the apps to get back to the open one to hit q to close it. It was confusing that if you enter the settings that you can sometime move the selection up and down but you could not advance to the right pain. if you hit tab you get the setting search box where you hope you already learned the escape key combo. The ability to navigate settings is only fully implemented if you enable it in the keyboard section of the accessibility section. If you do need accessibility options because of mobility limitation, on the home screen you can only move to the next page of apps if you go to the dots right over the dock that you can only get to if you move down on the forth column of icons. you can not hit right or left on the edge rows to get to the next page. The 2 border columns cannot move move downwards to the dock. you can go directly to the dock on columns 2, 3 and 5. If you are navigating the icons with the keyboard the only indication to the app you are on is a faint outline that is on the edge of the icon itself. For an icon like the HP Smart app for the printer the outline looks like it is part of the icon and the outline is actually more of an inline. if the end of the apps is a row lower then the icon right next to it you can hit right to be bumped up row. it stays on the last icon. if that occurred on column 3 you have to move up and then right to go down to the dots over the dock to advance to the next page. Since that is all talking about the limits on accessibility, Imagine trying to help some one navigate it over the phone. From my assessment, if all you need to do it simple things like right an email it is robust and all the staple shortcuts are there like cut copy and paste. I also love the shortcut pop-up menu. If you want to be a keyboard power user, the ability is there but it is poorly documented and some extra surfing will be needed. If you have to use accessibility then while it works, if you need help over the phone then it might not be the best option and if you have a hard time seeing you will loose track of the selected icon. Apple using the spacebar instead of return to open an app is smart because it is a larger target. The only thing broken is keyboard navigation of the setting screen without accessibility. I found the experience a bit disjointed in places. it really felt more like an after thought added on top. Kind of like the windows 10 control panel or dark theme. Apple has room to improve here.
Yes!, I have the 2017 version of this iPad and use it to edit family videos en holidays, I left my laptop in home and use the iPad like my computer, edit video, retouch photographs I take with my iphone, I bring some movies in it to kids to watch in the road. I have a bluetooth keyboard and a mice and obviously the version I have is the 128GB.
@@AlanSantosX 560 mb/s easy. What is your point? We know what the storage upgrades cost a quarter of what apple charges for them, exactly what argument are you trying to make?
Why do you product reviewers always say Apple should switch to USB-C? The Lightning connector is proprietary. Apple would lose out if they switch to USB-C.
I have an iPad 7th generation and I am actually very happy about it, first I was so upset because iPad 8 gen came out one week later I bought my iPad. But now I know that they don’t have so many differences makes me happy about it :) ok now I am upset again
Hi I just bought this device a couple of days ago as my iPad Air 2 battery I’ve completely gone and it was going to cost me more to get that fixed and also if I fancied the idea I’m getting a new iPad. I find that my new iPad 8 screen slightly bigger and the sound slightly better then my iPad Air 2. I’ve been watching a lot of RUclips videos about my new iPad 8 just to get clarification that I’ve bought the right iPad for myself. I cannot afford to buy these expensive iPads and all I need is my iPad for is watching a RUclips videos TV programmes and doing a few emails etc. As I have and laptop to do the rest.I like the fact that the iPad 8 has the front button finger identification just like iPad Air 2 has as I do not like the latest models that appear to have them on the side and I also don’t like the Apple phones that don’t have that button. Thanks for making me feel better that I’ve done the right thing. Keep up the good work.
Dude I have the iPad mini 4 for 5 years. I bought it when it came out in 2015. The space on that was only 16gb only. So 32gb is gonna be a huge jump. It also had the bionic chip A8 lol
Can't wait to get my hands on the air 4, preordered it last week :D 64 the way to go for me as a college student just using it for note taking and adding lecture slides to the notes to add more info on it.
I don’t have a budget for the air. So I ordered this instead. I’ll use it for online meetings, storyboarding, and video editing on the side. One of my main concerns is the file transfer speeds. I have a 5yr old 12” retina MacBook but it can’t edit videos without major stutters. But it can easily copy video files from the SD Card (with a usb-c SD Card dongle). But the iPad is a better editing machine. So what would your advice be: should I just airdrop unedited videos from SD card to the iPad via MacBook or should I get a lightning-SD Card dongle?
Great reviewer, nice vibe, knowledgeable and engaging. On the other hand lately the videos have been very apple focused (macbook pro this, ipad that, ideal mac this, buy mac, dont buy mac, etc). I wished there was more diversification, the reason I got subscribed was because of cameras and lenses reviews.
Very cool and informative video and justifies where this ipad sits in the current line up. Hey, Gary, can you maybe make a video about the relevance of ipad mini 5 at this current day, like maybe you can add in a work setup revolving around it showcasing its capabilities and how it compares to the current ipad offerings that apple just came up with this year?
This is my 3rd iPad, I’ve had a 2 and a 4 and now the 8. I really love that it can use an Apple Pencil. It is fast and I purchased a keyboard case with a trackpad and that is cool. But have had to spend some time with Apple Tech Support for some problems which did get fixed, the spacebar on my external keyboards was shutting down Pages and Numbers but Apple helps people me to fix that. Then as I have tinnitus, when it bugs me, I have used text to speech to help read the text to me to overcome the screaming in my head. Could not get it to work But Apple was unsure how to get it to work it seemed and asked me to turn on VoiceOver which is a terrible experience. I have the iPad in a keyboard case and if you don’t get it into portrait, and you get away from the page you are on in Settings like I did, I sneezed and touched the screen and could not get back into Settings because I got nervous. They told me to restart and coming back in because VoiceOver was still on, all the numbers to put in my 6-digit code could not be touched. I did eventually get it iPad back open but what was weird is in both cases where Apple was having me make changes to Settings, the changes did not take effect until the iPad was shut down and restarted. I did get the Apple Pencil and there is a widget for the Home Screen which shows the charge in the pen which is cool. Except for the few glitches which Apple was most kind in trying to help me, this is the first time I’ve experienced having to contact Apple at all for help with an Apple product. I’ve had an Mac Mini, a Mac Pro Tower and an iPhone so with this being the first having any issues is still good. Even so, it’s been fun learning the new things I can do with it and aging, love Scribble and the pressure sensitive pen.
I got it in the 32gb variant 2 weeks ago and I can confirm that I have everything on it I need like pdf reader, Google drive, youtube, netflix, photoshop, light room and many more apps and still gave 16 gigs free. So it's fine for me. Although I can see how it can fill up fast.
Right you are, 32GB is pretty useless in 2020 for video editors like us. All three of my tablets have the same storage and was used up pretty quickly. Also all different brands but use the same charger. Thank Martians for flash drives!
I purchased the IPad 8 128gb with wifi and 4g as it something I have noticed after 25 years of computers you never have enough storage on hand .I have ordered a lightening hub with USB slots for thumb drives but that will stay at my desk a portable seperate Bluetooth keyboard wish I had maybe looked at the Logitech one with trackpad? I also got the pebble mouse because you said and it is excellent especially to cart around but I like mice and a nice one at my desk so may look at the better Logitech that you recommend yes it all costs money but computing gets to be a bigger part of life now and it’s definetly worth having a nice desk setup if you work at your desk a bit like me and a portable setup if your away a lot like me as well and I certainly can’t see a better product than this iPad eight that lets me have money left over for the accessories
My wife took my 12.9 with magic keyboard, it is kind of waste money to buy another iPad Pro 11 with keyboard for me, then, finally Apple release this A12 cheap ipad. I like it a lot, with the logitech comb keyboard , it gives me a close experience with my iPad Pro 12.9, and easier to do the tablet staff.
First it’s ssd and second, it’s Apple! They do it so that you chose upper version over base one, Air instead of upper version , Pro instead of that upgraded Air version and doing so, they stretch your wallet maximum!! An Apple strategy!! But TOTALLY agree with 128 gb instead of 32gb even though I use OneDrive, Google disk, Apple iCloud online storages!!
Hey Gary, I have a Samsung Tab A, and I just want to ask you something. To start off, the screen is just trash. When I bought this Tablet, it was good-ish, and then after two years, it started lagging a lot. Now it just gets heated up and I can't use it 'cos it's all laggy. I am planning on buying the iPad 8th gen. Is it a good one to upgrade to? I was not able to figure it out, so as you say, "If I can figure it out you can figure it out!"
im still debating if i will get the ipad 8 128gb with the pencil or ipad air 4 64gb wihout the pen, coz my budget is just right for the ipad air4 alone...... im just gonna use it for streaming, socmed, some education and a little picture taking and drawings. good thing is that im not that into games so it will make less storage usage.. so what do u think i should get?
i love how your reviews aren’t biased like some youtubers who trash talk about ipad below the pro 😒
Um lol just because they think it's worse than the pro which it definitely is doesnt mean they are apparently trashtalking it is and cmon tell me which utuber shits on this ipad huh
@@prudenciomangaoangiii403 girl its not that deep
Most just think of it as a status symbol to have top tier shit instead of buying what best fits their need. Typically the low or mid grade of ‘things’ is plenty for most users.
@@nmarkert01 for a student like me it seems perfect
I agree with you! When I started researching iPads, many RUclipsrs seemed to say skip this one and go ahead and get the air or the pro completely disregarding the positives of this iPad. I totally get what you're saying.
I can finally say that I'm watching this on my iPad 8
Me too
And me
not me :(
Same😍
In July I will be able to say the same lol hopefully I can get one for my birthday
You say you don’t know where an iPad Mini or a 32 gb iPad comes in at. Well, a proofreader or a book editor... People make a living doing this, these devices are awesome for this!
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The only reason to get 8th gen iPad: it's the cheapest iPad that you can have that works with the face painting feature in ProCreate 5X. At least that's why I traded in my 7th gen iPad for it 😄
Oh nice! I’ll have to check that out, I do mess around in Procreate from time to time.
I hope there will be a PRODUCT RED Edition for the iPad
Well that’s good that that is the only reason to get an iPad. I got it because it was cheap too
I have the 6th gen for 2 years now. The only reason I bought that was because of the apple pencil (im a student) still a solid device in 2020
Same here. But the way it consistently kills background apps and refreshes bothers me. Especially when using Microsoft Word and Excel..
I have the 7th gen and I’m really happy with it.
And Apple Pencil ✏️😁
even though it only has 32gb?
@@aryowicaksono176 I have the 128GB which I bought for around 280 USD brandnew 2 years ago along with a second hand apple pencil (around 60-70 USD)
I agree I keep it as my back up BCS I broke my iPad 7 but still a alright backup for school
Thank you so much! I was getting confused between ipad air 4 and this one. Now i am gonna buy this and save some bucks for more important things!
I did own the 9,7“ iPad and Switches now to the base 8th gen. Ok I got the cellular version.
It’s my workhorse: notes, mail, conf calls. And in the evening I consume a bit content and answer comments on my channel or work a big in Skripts l. I use currently 15GB. I don’t edit on it, do sometimes thumbnails, that’s it.
And for work in the company I just don’t like being the air 4 or pro, that 8. Gen one just does the job.
got also the regular Smart Keyboard and am happy with it.
Oh, I got the iPad and keyboard with 15% so a pretty good deal. Plus i could get it now, the Air 4 is still not available in Germany.
Thanks for the update, stay safe and keep up the good work
I just bought ipad 8th gen by seeing your review
+1
Are you satisfied?
I want to buy it, but I am not sure about it later..
@@thyslourens538 yes absolutely
@@thyslourens538 if you don’t care about the bezels go for it
Is it user friendly for an android user
I love using my iPad 8th gen for school. It’s used for note taking, writing on PDFs, working on homework problems, watching videos, playing games, and more. It’s just fantastic and highly recommend for people to get. I feel more productive with it is a game changer for school.
Do you have the 32gb or 128gb?
@@iranc6171 I have the 32gb because I am not keeping much on it. It is hard since having lots of apps takes most of the storage. But I try to keep it limited since I don’t need much.
Yup got the 8th....replaced my 2nd broken laptop, emails, browsing and school work.
Battery life lasts longer on an ipad...so its a backup for schoolwork.
I'm going to buy the 32 gb model as my first ever ipad, it's just right on budget for me
I'm going to use it for taking notes, watching videos and reading books, maybe video editing or music production in the future. Also I'm getting a 64 gb lightning/usb stick for storing all my files outside the ipad.
I'm really going back and forth in my decision bec I don't wanna waste money on something that may bug me in the next 3+ years.
What do you think guys?
Update: I ordered it a day ago and it will be here soon, I also found a good offer so I upgraded my USB Stick purchase to 128 GB ♥️
I think it's still safe to choose the 128gb over the 32gb. As soon as you open the ipad, it takes around 10-15gb in an instant (from what I've watched). That's just something to look over for 😅
you can use icloud for more memory
Perfect analysis! It makes us understand more what we actually needs. IPad Pro certainly is an excellent device but for my daily usage mainly on surf browsing and word and note processing. That Ipad 8gen is more then enough to handle my work. Well done Gary!
I’ve had the 32 GB iPad 8 for four months so far and I’m not even close to bumping into memory limitations (knock on wood). Its only use is web browsing, email, OneNote, RUclips, Netflix, Kindle, and RUclips TV. I never anticipate doing photo/video storage or editing, podcasts, or downloading music. I think I’ll be fine for at least a couple years.
Thanks for the info, my 32 gb comes tomorrow I can’t wait coming from an iPad mini first gen lol. How are you liking your iPad the past year ?
@@MoNeYMlKE420 It's still doing great, and I'm still using less than half the 32 GB of storage. Its main uses for me are as a laptop replacement for travel, and as a second monitor using Sidecar.
I use it with the Logitech Combo Touch keyboard/trackpad case, which works well and provides good protection, although at the cost of significantly added weight and bulk. The nice part is that it connects to the iPad's Smart Connector, so doesn't need its own battery. However, it's pricey at $150, although it goes on sale often and I've seen it as low as $117 on Amazon. Even then, there are much cheaper keyboard options.
Congrats on the iPad purchase. I think you'll like it. It's a great value.
@@dansanger5340 awesome ok cool sounds good .yeah I was checking out that Logitech combo last night looks pretty cool i don’t think I’ll have much use for the keyboard part. I’m leaning towards that speck balance folio case of maybe will get something off Amazon. Thanks for the info enjoy stay safe Dan
As a cloud user, 32 Gb makes sense to me.
I purchased mine back in November got an amazing pre-black Friday deal I paid $359 for the 128gb Gold model. I love it so much!!!
Is it just me or is the camera sharpness improved in this video? Looks damn crisp in 4k
I play multiple games and do schoolwork on my 32GB iPad and still have used only 20 GB 😂
Hey , cud u tell me how much storage does system OS consume ???
Does Call of Duty work well in terms of space for other stuff on the 32gb?
@@thekayodeakande yes
Well, thought this as well, until Genshin Impact hit .. Yikes 😰
@@thekayodeakande did you buy?
Planning to get an Air 4 to upgrade from my ipad air 1 but it’s out of stock everywhere in my area. Thanks to this video I convinced myself to go for substance over style (and the price is mind blowingly cheap for what it offers!). Getting an ipad 8 tomorrow
Awesome review. This video assured me to get the iPad. You deserve a sub from me. Make more awesome videos.
Thanks so much!
Watching this on my iPad 8! Bought it post watching your earlier videos, cheers man :)
Me too
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@@anuj1317 kal aane wala h … phir batata hu 😁😁
I bought my ipad air 2 over 6 years ago shortly after the birth of my son. Today he uses it for homeschooling. It still gets software updates and is usable. I can only recommend an ipad.
Hey I love your content! You’ve inspired me to make my content more entertaining in the personal finance world!
Well thanks! Hope you enjoy making your own content!
Thank you!@@TheEverydayDad
I just ordered the 32GB version and I will work with some cloud services such as iCloud or OneDrive. So I think in this case 32 GB will be enough.
I save a lot to iCloud and 32gb works great for me
@@mollymarsden7353 same for me
Can u help me whether I can use external SSD with that or not .I am confused.
@@aryaanshuman7745 I use iCloud and OneDrive not a external SSD so I don‘t know if a external SSD works, sorry
I thought that too. Out of the box there's only 12GB free, so hopefully updates won't take all of it.
My current iPad is the 8 and I really love it! I use a third party stylus that I don't really know the name of, because Apple Pencil's too expensive for me, and I have a Smart Keyboard as well, it lacks the trackpad and I don't have a mouse but my finger's fine. It's free, 0 bucks for a finger! Si really agree with your opinion, 32GB is not much, well it's not close to much, but buying something third-party/cheaper accessories would still be fine! Logitech products are really cool, and I rate this iPad 9/10. The 1 was the 32gb storage. Although because of its storage maybe lower the price a little bit, and the iPad 9 is probably better value, but still very good iPad.
Love your vids!
This iPad is giving you some content!
i bought my ipad 8th gen after watching a couple of your hype review videos. it's great! like you said, i only use it for streaming and browsing so i got the 32gb because i just wanted a larger screen for when i watch something before sleeping without the bulkiness of my laptop. i was initially planning to get the ipad air 4 but im glad i didn't, i can do so much more with the money i saved lol.
I totally agree with your case, especially about building my specs and not pay for something I won’t use. Great review!
Honestly, I think the iPad 8 works well with many people. It has the same resolution as the new iPad Air 4, but it’s missing True Tone and p3 wide color. I know that sounds awful on paper, but even comparing it to the iPad Air 3, I could barely tell the difference. The A12 chip is much more than enough for normal tasks, and it can game very well. I compared the pencil to that of my brother’s iPad Pro 2020, and at least for me, I could barely tell the difference between the latency. Even when doing that thing where you move the pencil really fast, it doesn’t feel as different as you may think
So you recomend the ipad air 4?
@@iranc6171 if you can afford it I’d go for that one. I recommend the iPad 8 if your using it as a secondary device. But if you plan on using an iPad for a primary device I’d say iPad Air 4
@@ludicrous7376 thank u!
I moved from the iPad 6 to the iPad 8. I had a 32gb iPad 6 cellular and have been struggling with that storage limit this entire time, I got the 128gb cellular iPad 8. One of the main reasons I upgraded was the connector for the keyboard, I do a lot of emails on my iPad and packing a blue tooth keyboard is getting old. I seriously considered the iPad Air but decided I did not want to keep extra cables with me, if I need to pack a more capable device I will pack my MacBook.
Watching this on my iPad 8th gen. Bought after seeing your reviews
What’s the experience like?
Going to get 8th gen instead of air 4 since i’m just going to use it in my home (wifi variant) so why would i spend more huh.
Just bought one. Replacing my wife’s 3rd generation iPad that is still working but has slowed down. Easily justifiable purchase when you’re getting that type of life out of a product.
Wow your channel has really grown! Hard work and good content pays off 👍
I made my decision and I'm going with the iPad Pro 2020 11inches because *I LITERALLY CANNOT WAIT FOR THE IPAD AIR 4*
Me too :) the price difference is a nice bonus. I'm not using an Apple Pencil anyway
Dude I bought the iPad 8 because of you... and I’m so glad 🙂
the irony is i saw his unboxing video ordered my 8th gen on 2nd oct and still waiting for it to arrive, man this covid has slowed things down
ALL MY IMPATIENT SOULS CAN RELATE 😁😁
Same here.. ordered on 27th September
Yep mine will be here in NOV lol
@@rizwanedapalli9552 oh, what's your estimated delivery date?
@@adam-l74 you must've ordered very recently
ordered on 25 oct still in process 🤣
Love hearing these updates
A perfect video again! You’re amazing mate😎
I still use the iPad Air 2, it’s about 6 years old and works great 👍🏾
Me too, it’s a lot used, we have it from 2015, i play daily PUBG mobile, sometimes the iPad has a hard time with PUBG😂😂😂😂
I’m still on the first gen iPad Air still going strong😂
Bruh same
If you use smartly icloud, onedrive, and google drive/photos, 32GB is enough imo
Subscriptions slowly suck your money..
@@tjungan8409 use family plan, 9 to 10 usd per YEAR (word, powerpoint, excel, and 1 whopping TB of onedrive) really not that much. your lunch maybe just as much as that.
@@MegaPatuti 10 dollars a year for what service? O_O
@@gtarules1
for family plan
Just bought this piece of heaven 🥰
Nice! Hope it works well for you!
Watching this on the iPad 8!
128gb version for sale right now for $379.99!
I tap on all of his videos bcuz idk but like the device slammin is satisfying or smthn, besides his contents are 👌 All the love from Phil 🇵🇭
That USB-C charger on the table though :-)
What keybord do you have for this iPad actually? It looks really good
Thanks for your video!!!
I booked 8th gen 128gb
Awesome review.
This has helped me to ease my selection from the range of ipads available!
Thanks a lot buddy!
There is one complaint I have. The keyboard integration is poorly documented and not fully implemented. For most people this won't be an issue. It is also a bit more forgivable since this is mainly a touch device.
While I do like things like the shortcut menu that pops up when you hit the control, there were a few things that I had to search for. Forward delete is control+d. Escape is command+period/full stop. to close an app to reduce the amount of alt tabbing is hitting Q while alt tabbing. If you want to close the current active app you have to alt tab through all the apps to get back to the open one to hit q to close it.
It was confusing that if you enter the settings that you can sometime move the selection up and down but you could not advance to the right pain. if you hit tab you get the setting search box where you hope you already learned the escape key combo. The ability to navigate settings is only fully implemented if you enable it in the keyboard section of the accessibility section.
If you do need accessibility options because of mobility limitation, on the home screen you can only move to the next page of apps if you go to the dots right over the dock that you can only get to if you move down on the forth column of icons. you can not hit right or left on the edge rows to get to the next page. The 2 border columns cannot move move downwards to the dock. you can go directly to the dock on columns 2, 3 and 5. If you are navigating the icons with the keyboard the only indication to the app you are on is a faint outline that is on the edge of the icon itself. For an icon like the HP Smart app for the printer the outline looks like it is part of the icon and the outline is actually more of an inline. if the end of the apps is a row lower then the icon right next to it you can hit right to be bumped up row. it stays on the last icon. if that occurred on column 3 you have to move up and then right to go down to the dots over the dock to advance to the next page.
Since that is all talking about the limits on accessibility, Imagine trying to help some one navigate it over the phone.
From my assessment, if all you need to do it simple things like right an email it is robust and all the staple shortcuts are there like cut copy and paste. I also love the shortcut pop-up menu. If you want to be a keyboard power user, the ability is there but it is poorly documented and some extra surfing will be needed. If you have to use accessibility then while it works, if you need help over the phone then it might not be the best option and if you have a hard time seeing you will loose track of the selected icon. Apple using the spacebar instead of return to open an app is smart because it is a larger target. The only thing broken is keyboard navigation of the setting screen without accessibility.
I found the experience a bit disjointed in places. it really felt more like an after thought added on top. Kind of like the windows 10 control panel or dark theme. Apple has room to improve here.
Thanks for your video!! I was hesitating about buying the air or pro but this was very helpful to go for this version.
thank you SO MUCH! I wanted a newer ipad for so long and today i am finally going to get it from the store!! 😊😊
@Big Smoke bro is 32 gb storage enough?
@Big Smoke a few games and few apps enough?
Always enjoy your long term thoughts.
Yes!, I have the 2017 version of this iPad and use it to edit family videos en holidays, I left my laptop in home and use the iPad like my computer, edit video, retouch photographs I take with my iphone, I bring some movies in it to kids to watch in the road. I have a bluetooth keyboard and a mice and obviously the version I have is the 128GB.
For 100$, we get a 2TB hard disk or 512gb memory card, i still don't know the logic how 32gb and 128gb model vary by 100$.
It’s ssd not hdd
@@AlanSantosX a 256gb ssd comes for much less than that...
@@AlanSantosX 1TB ssds can be had for less than $100.
But at what speed?
@@AlanSantosX 560 mb/s easy. What is your point? We know what the storage upgrades cost a quarter of what apple charges for them, exactly what argument are you trying to make?
Why do you product reviewers always say Apple should switch to USB-C? The Lightning connector is proprietary. Apple would lose out if they switch to USB-C.
I just got this one it’s perfectly fine for every day use.
I have an iPad 7th generation and I am actually very happy about it, first I was so upset because iPad 8 gen came out one week later I bought my iPad. But now I know that they don’t have so many differences makes me happy about it :) ok now I am upset again
I love this ipad 8th gen videos series!
Just got mines today! Thanks for the tips and advice! Very helpful! :) and yes! I got the 128GB
Hi I just bought this device a couple of days ago as my iPad Air 2 battery I’ve completely gone and it was going to cost me more to get that fixed and also if I fancied the idea I’m getting a new iPad. I find that my new iPad 8 screen slightly bigger and the sound slightly better then my iPad Air 2. I’ve been watching a lot of RUclips videos about my new iPad 8 just to get clarification that I’ve bought the right iPad for myself. I cannot afford to buy these expensive iPads and all I need is my iPad for is watching a RUclips videos TV programmes and doing a few emails etc. As I have and laptop to do the rest.I like the fact that the iPad 8 has the front button finger identification just like iPad Air 2 has as I do not like the latest models that appear to have them on the side and I also don’t like the Apple phones that don’t have that button. Thanks for making me feel better that I’ve done the right thing. Keep up the good work.
Dude I have the iPad mini 4 for 5 years. I bought it when it came out in 2015. The space on that was only 16gb only. So 32gb is gonna be a huge jump. It also had the bionic chip A8 lol
Shall i wait for the upcoming version or just go and buy this one ?
Can't wait to get my hands on the air 4, preordered it last week :D 64 the way to go for me as a college student just using it for note taking and adding lecture slides to the notes to add more info on it.
I don’t have a budget for the air. So I ordered this instead. I’ll use it for online meetings, storyboarding, and video editing on the side.
One of my main concerns is the file transfer speeds. I have a 5yr old 12” retina MacBook but it can’t edit videos without major stutters. But it can easily copy video files from the SD Card (with a usb-c SD Card dongle). But the iPad is a better editing machine.
So what would your advice be: should I just airdrop unedited videos from SD card to the iPad via MacBook or should I get a lightning-SD Card dongle?
Is the iPad & iPad pro sturdy enough for your day to day use?
Great reviewer, nice vibe, knowledgeable and engaging. On the other hand lately the videos have been very apple focused (macbook pro this, ipad that, ideal mac this, buy mac, dont buy mac, etc). I wished there was more diversification, the reason I got subscribed was because of cameras and lenses reviews.
I’ve got the 128gb ipad 8 and it’s awesome. Completely stopped using my main PC.
Is it good to write college essay tho and should i buy macbook air or ipad 8?
Very cool and informative video and justifies where this ipad sits in the current line up. Hey, Gary, can you maybe make a video about the relevance of ipad mini 5 at this current day, like maybe you can add in a work setup revolving around it showcasing its capabilities and how it compares to the current ipad offerings that apple just came up with this year?
Would you suggest waiting for the ipad 9th gen or purchasing the 8th gen now?
This is my 3rd iPad, I’ve had a 2 and a 4 and now the 8. I really love that it can use an Apple Pencil. It is fast and I purchased a keyboard case with a trackpad and that is cool. But have had to spend some time with Apple Tech Support for some problems which did get fixed, the spacebar on my external keyboards was shutting down Pages and Numbers but Apple helps people me to fix that. Then as I have tinnitus, when it bugs me, I have used text to speech to help read the text to me to overcome the screaming in my head. Could not get it to work But Apple was unsure how to get it to work it seemed and asked me to turn on VoiceOver which is a terrible experience. I have the iPad in a keyboard case and if you don’t get it into portrait, and you get away from the page you are on in Settings like I did, I sneezed and touched the screen and could not get back into Settings because I got nervous. They told me to restart and coming back in because VoiceOver was still on, all the numbers to put in my 6-digit code could not be touched.
I did eventually get it iPad back open but what was weird is in both cases where Apple was having me make changes to Settings, the changes did not take effect until the iPad was shut down and restarted.
I did get the Apple Pencil and there is a widget for the Home Screen which shows the charge in the pen which is cool.
Except for the few glitches which Apple was most kind in trying to help me, this is the first time I’ve experienced having to contact Apple at all for help with an Apple product. I’ve had an Mac Mini, a Mac Pro Tower and an iPhone so with this being the first having any issues is still good.
Even so, it’s been fun learning the new things I can do with it and aging, love Scribble and the pressure sensitive pen.
Just buy it yesterday. It’s really good
You deserve more subs 🙂🙂.. Subscribed ❤️
I ordered apple air 4 after seeing this
I got the 32g but I save a lot of my stuff to iCloud and it works great
My parents are considering to buy iPad 8 or iPad Air. Too bad they don't speak English so I can't show them your awesome videos!
I got it in the 32gb variant 2 weeks ago and I can confirm that I have everything on it I need like pdf reader, Google drive, youtube, netflix, photoshop, light room and many more apps and still gave 16 gigs free. So it's fine for me. Although I can see how it can fill up fast.
Yeah it can work, but its pretty limiting.
What’s the case stand for the iPad you are using in this video? Looks nice!
Best apple product for its price
I definitely agree!
Right you are, 32GB is pretty useless in 2020 for video editors like us. All three of my tablets have the same storage and was used up pretty quickly. Also all different brands but use the same charger. Thank Martians for flash drives!
"Longevity" - The Everyday Dad
I purchased the IPad 8 128gb with wifi and 4g as it something I have noticed after 25 years of computers you never have enough storage on hand .I have ordered a lightening hub with USB slots for thumb drives but that will stay at my desk a portable seperate Bluetooth keyboard wish I had maybe looked at the Logitech one with trackpad? I also got the pebble mouse because you said and it is excellent especially to cart around but I like mice and a nice one at my desk so may look at the better Logitech that you recommend yes it all costs money but computing gets to be a bigger part of life now and it’s definetly worth having a nice desk setup if you work at your desk a bit like me and a portable setup if your away a lot like me as well and I certainly can’t see a better product than this iPad eight that lets me have money left over for the accessories
I’m using a iPad Pro 10.5 from 2017 I love this iPad I’m using a lot it replaces my laptop and I do school on this
My wife took my 12.9 with magic keyboard, it is kind of waste money to buy another iPad Pro 11 with keyboard for me, then, finally Apple release this A12 cheap ipad. I like it a lot, with the logitech comb keyboard , it gives me a close experience with my iPad Pro 12.9, and easier to do the tablet staff.
First it’s ssd and second, it’s Apple! They do it so that you chose upper version over base one, Air instead of upper version , Pro instead of that upgraded Air version and doing so, they stretch your wallet maximum!! An Apple strategy!! But TOTALLY agree with 128 gb instead of 32gb even though I use OneDrive, Google disk, Apple iCloud online storages!!
It is a stopgap iPad to next iPad Pro for me. Will pick up all SE line watch and iPhone too.
which screen protector would you use?
Hi sir can you tell me what are the various ports available and how to connect a external harddisk
Hey Gary, I have a Samsung Tab A, and I just want to ask you something. To start off, the screen is just trash. When I bought this Tablet, it was good-ish, and then after two years, it started lagging a lot. Now it just gets heated up and I can't use it 'cos it's all laggy. I am planning on buying the iPad 8th gen. Is it a good one to upgrade to?
I was not able to figure it out, so as you say, "If I can figure it out you can figure it out!"
Thank youuuu, you help me so much to do my choice. I choose iPad 8 for the 128 gb
headphone jack and home button. theyre the best
this mans voice is... polarizing
I like your style btw I have SE 2020 I’m getting the iPad as well
Is it possible to get additional storage? Or is it hardware? I am adding just a sd card adapter.
im still debating if i will get the ipad 8 128gb with the pencil or ipad air 4 64gb wihout the pen, coz my budget is just right for the ipad air4 alone...... im just gonna use it for streaming, socmed, some education and a little picture taking and drawings. good thing is that im not that into games so it will make less storage usage.. so what do u think i should get?
hey, do you use a screen protector on your iPad?
My Dad is going to buy me one for Christmas.Yay!
I got one I can’t wait for it too arrive!!!
Yeah, thats the biggest thing. Must choose the 128gb model in order to really be able to use it.
how is it compared to ipad air 4 ? for casual use only (zoom meeting, youtube, etc)