Just got mine in the mail today. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxhcEDB3r-OJ3_X5hQzr7k1ZofTQy1ao_U The corners of the box was a little smashed but I think that’s more of the shipping’s fault. iPad was in perfect condition though. I ordered the yellow one thinking it was going to be a bright vibrant color. Instead I looks like more of a Gold color. I personally prefer the gold look. Definitely not disappointed but just a heads up to the ones expecting a brighter cream of yellow.
Hi im a huge fan of the way you make notes and i thought it would be a really great idea if you made notes on biomolecules and showed the process as you make it that way we know exactly how the notes are made
I’m sure if you hold it deep down the 2018 12.9 inch IPad Pro will drop to a price quite close to the new 2020 11 inch IPad Air 4. Wait and see your options :).
I wanted to buy one for... well, everything: university, note taking, learning and watching netflix at home, playing etc. And I couldnt decide between them either. But my first impression - which is very important - was that the 12.9" is just too big. Im a big guy, but still, it wasnt comfortable to hold. So I ordered the 11" model. But I had second thoughts. I went back to the store, and after some time I realized I can get to used to the bigger one too. Especially when I used it in split screen mode - it was beautiful. FYI Ive never had an apple device before, I worked hard to have some cash, and wanted the best... I read all the reddit pages, watched every youtube video about this, even asked Samuel too, and I realized that most of youtubers recommend the 12.9 inch for note taking and productivity. But I thought I'd wait, try out the 11 inch in a daily basis and if i dont like it, i can send it back. Now, after a week of using the smaller one, I could say, the 11" is the perfect size for me. I can taking notes easily, reading, watching netflix, and the split screen is good too. I bought a logitech folio touch keyboard case, cuz I wanted to protect my one and only luxury device at any cost, and the portability is still amazing with it (its a bit heavy but not as much as the 12.9 would be with a similar case). So im happy with my decision, I didnt regret it at all, and u know, I think you should listen to your first impression. EDIT My experience after using it a month: the uni went full online so i use my windows laptop (which is a must!!!) to log in teams and join to online classes, so I have full screensize to take notes (and our teachers upload the ppt before the classes and sometimes even the whole lecture with voice and everything, or let us to record it) and do stuff. Its amazing, guys
Yeah for a lot of people are not going to be walking around when they are taking notes so the 12.9 inch model is going to be the best bet, if you are moving around such as taking notes for like on the job or the such then it would be a good idea then maybe.
What? Giving options is a cruel marketing strategy? It's the cruelest you've ever seen? You have a company that essentially owns all of the diamonds in the world, and has convinced numerous people that they need to spend thousands of dollars on what is otherwise a functionless rock or their marriage wont be successful. And this is cruel? I guess car companies should also be offering a car that can fit into a compact parking space, fit 6 people comfortably, and be able to tow a boat, otherwise, that would be "such a cruel strategy" amirite?
@@JAFrk i think they mean that you cant choose both features in one In another words, you cant have a large screen with extreme portability And please, stop offending
@@kiaxoy Those are called trade-offs and they exist everywhere when it comes to any kind of product with variations allowing people to better customize their experience. The original poster called it a " cruel marketing strategy," when really it's just engineering limitations. The OP is essentially accusing Apple of deliberately deciding to not to create a product that is impossible to engineer in order to make buyers have to choose between two screen sizes? It's called being entitled. If that's what they desire then they should buy from Samsung and Oppo who are trying to address the portability vs screen size issues with folding and rolling phones, both that introduce issues Apple is mostly not willing to deal with.
Bro, what about a twitch channel where you made notes when studying and chat with us? Anyway: your channel made me buy an iPad Pro 11'' + cellular + apple pencil 2nd generation (for work and university). Your channel become my favorite channel in just 5 days. You're awesome! Thanks!
This is the thing that I've been fretting about for the last few months..everyone has their different opinions but my problem is...I don't want to compromise..Apple! when is the 12 inch coming out?
I returned the 11’ for the 12.9’ iPad. I didn’t feel like the 11’ was a big upgrade from the 10.5’ iPad that I had. People keep mentioning the 12.9’ is heavy. Come on, it’s not that much heavier than the 11’. I have an iMac, no laptop, so the 12.9’ works as a laptop as well. I love having extra screen space to write on. P/s: your notes are so aesthetic.
I have the 12.9, and one thing I’ve liked about it is that it’s the size of a standard piece of notebook paper. This makes the transition from writing on paper to the iPad a bit easier.
I bought the 12.9, and I regret it. It's too big for most things. Especially note taking and reading. I recommend 11 inch for most people. If you need a screen that is 13 inches, you probably also need a laptop.
It's the same size as a piece of paper though? If you think the iPad pro 12.9 is too big then wouldn't you also think it's hard to write on a standard sized piece of paper? I just recently bought the 12.9 and have not received it yet but I did get the case delivered and its really not as uncomfortably big as people make it out to be (Im a 5'4 girl btw with small hands). Im planning on using it for digital art however
It's quite heavy. If you want to use it for reading or media consumption, it is extremely tiring to handle. If I hold it for more than an hour, my wrists begin to hurt. It's really only practical to use if it's support on some surface like a table or desk. Therefore, I wouldn't really consider it to be very mobile. If you want to use it for note taking in meetings or class rooms, it's very heavy to carry around. It's almost the same weight as a laptop.
Agree. 12.9 is too big and heavy for reading books and holding it in one hand for more than 5 minutes is very uncomfortable experience. The 11 inch is perfect size and weight for everything.
I regret my 12.9" too. I got one because I wanted to draw and edit photos wherever I wanted but it's so freaking big that it's not even comfortable to use on the lap while on the couch.
I have both sizes. Got the 12.9 first, and felt that it was too heavy for lugging it around. Got the 11 for classes and never looked back. 12.9 doesn’t leave the house, 11 travels.
I have actually drawn and cut the Ipad pro 11 size on a paper Its really portable but its true that it is too small for notetaking At least for me So I would get the 12.9 inch version But thats not the question The question is - How do I get one?
Desmond Ling I 100% agree. I just upgraded 2 days ago form the 9.7 to the 11 inch pro. I think I might even want the space from the 12.9” because the keyboard folio is bigger (meaning larger keyboard). The 9.7 was just way too small...
as an architect I came to the same conclusion after as owning the 11”. It’s that I very rarely use my iPad on the go. Most of the time I am using at the desk and realized that it’s better to get the 12.9”.
After getting the 11” iPad Pro, I am not wishing I had more screen space, but I also don’t have anything to compare it to physically. I like it, so go with you.
I personally went for the 11” model instead of the 12.9” model because I’m a college student and portability is my main concern. I already have a 15.6” Lenovo Yoga laptop at home so I don’t need a macbook-like iPad to carry around. I’m only 4’10” so carrying around a 12.9” tablet would feel too big for me. I have the Logitech Folio Touch case on it and I honestly like the size of the 11”. I’m happy with it!
11.9 would be the sweet spot for multitasking and portability. But if you use the iPad as a whiteboard for taking notes and drawing screen size does not matter as your digital canvas can be as large as you like and you can pan and zoom extremely fast while working on details.
As a student who has begun using ipad a year ago, I would definitely say how important screen size is to notetaking. The reason why I upgrade from ipad air to ipad pro 11inch was because of the screen size and the button (which irritates me because my palm clicked on it when Im doing notes vertically). Although you may think 0.5inch do not make any difference, I definitely feel much difference. Ill definitely go for 12.9 if I could but... since Im on budget 11 inch will be a better optiom for me. Just sharing some thoughts here :D
You are going to be a huge RUclipsr. Your timing, pacing and clarity when you speak is simply next level. Couple that with fantastic editing and there is no way you won't become huge. Looking forward to more videos and being a part of that journey.
I read a review which said: Get an 11 inch if you want a tablet which can sometimes be used as a computer, or the 12.9 inch if you want a computer which can sometimes be used as a tablet
You're the reason why I placed an order for the iPad Pro 12.9 inch + apple pen. You honestly need to be sponsored by apple or at least be given credit for what you're doing. You've inspired me to take my note-taking to the next level and I'm genuinely excited to start this fall semester. Thank you so much!
Ugh this is so hard. Everyone tells me different things. I can afford a large pro, and it seems better for note taking and as a second screen for my laptop, but the size and portability are really annoying, especially if it's something I'll want to pull out at Starbucks or use for interviewing people (journalism).
i'd say if the only thing you wanna do is make notes then 11 inch is perfectly fine and cheaper. if you wanna make study notes, using colour, pictures, do side by side windows then the 12.9 inch is basically a lot better. i have the 11 inch for schoo
As always a great video. In my opinion size doesn’t matter, to me the extra inch of the 12.9 just makes it bulkier and less portable while also having to make you use it with two hands. I’ve used both sizes but I really just prefer the 11 inch, does this mean that the 12.9 is bad? Not at all, but the experience is a little different. In my opinion size does not matter, either choice has it’s pros and cons, but I myself don’t think that there is enough of a difference to ‘miss out on the true iPad experience.’ This video did make me reconsider my 11 inch iPad Pro, but to be honest, the cons I lose or gain aren’t enough to make me switch. But Great video, thanks Samuel.
I’m an happy owner of the 11 inch and I agree with everything you said! The 11 works for me because I’m someone who literally opens my iPad everywhere, like carrying it around and watching a video on it while walking (yes, i know thats not good but lol), and carrying around the 12.9 is simply too heavy. However, as a student, I definitely feel the frustration of the smaller space in split screen, but that’s something I’m willing to sacrifice as I’m not as detailed with my notes. HOWEVER, I would recommend anyone who’s getting the 11 inch to get the cellular version. Since it is so portable, sometimes I leave my phone at home and only bring my iPad!
I chose the 11" rather than choosing 12.9 because of the comfortabiity that I get. Besides i dont need 12.9 ipad coz I already have a 13" macbook m1. And yeah I love the 11" ... Im not regretting at all.
“So basically I’ve been using this every single day for the past 2 years” *shows an iPad that came out 5 months ago* This man came straight from the future
really? he use ipad pro 2018 version, you can tell the different by looking at the camera bump, only single camera, not dual camera with LIDAR, like the latest ipad pro 2020 but i really believe he uses 12.9” ipad pro 2018 before for 2 years and has upgrade/trade to 2020 version later, but he doesnt have that 2018 version anymore with him, so he just show us the one he currently own...
I'm glad that you mentioned that iPad is just a tool and you don't necessarily need it to be able to study. By the way, if I ever buy an iPad, it will be because of you Samuel! :P :D Love from India.
I’m using an 11’ but my dad has the 12.9’. He loves it for gaming and all sorts of things. But it is kindda big for me as i have small hands. Therefore, the 11’ is just perfect. As for notetaking, i dont find any difficulty even when using split screen.
Try to use tour da's for a week with multitasking. The other screen is note taking. The other is any website or app etc. Then dragging to notes from web etc
on my personal take, i will take the 11 inch if i had a laptop to compliment for a large screen. 11 inch is not small for note taking and even drawing. the price of portability just cant be ignored. it's the very reason why photographers have shifted now to mirrorless cameras instead of staying to DSLRs. for everything like video editing and other heavy stuffs, the laptop will do the compliment the 11 inch lacks. but if you dont have a laptop, the 12 inch is a sure winner to hold and do your work.
I need help! Idk if anyone is reading but if you are and have ordered one of these or had the chance to have a look at both could you please help me. It's January right now HAPPY NEW YEAR! And in September i am joining college and woundering which one would be better i am doing a Art and Design course so.. alot of note taking and drawings.. so could someone give me advise?
Ooh, I can become an even better procrastinator?? SOLD! lol I have the 10.2", and I'm a teacher. I honestly can't say I've wished I had a bigger screen more than a couple of times. The portability is so nice! And I can still hold it out of the case and read on it and do other iPad-ish things with it. That said, DAMN that 12.9" thing is beautiful... ;)
I’ve had both...my choice is the 12.9 because I spend more time watching videos, playing games and doing day to day tasks I used to do on my pc. The 11 I think would be great for students doing a lot of note taking and artists...the 11 is a bit more mobile, lighter and easier to scribble on.
After 1 month of waiting and researching, especially I loved Samuel’s videos, because it was inspiring regardless how iPad Pro is for students and I knew it would make me more productive and happy in my daily routine. Moreover, I am going to become a student once again and it will be so much helpful with iPad Pro. Finally, I received my 12,9 inch iPad Pro 2020 and I am more than happy about it, as it’s perfect size for me I even thought it is supposed to be bigger because everyone saying it’s huge but it’s light in real and it feels just amazing while working on it. Thank you for your videos, Samuel.
I remember when the iPad Mini came out and I thought that was the sweet spot. I thought that the 9.7" was now unnecessarily large. Fast forward to 2020 and I was so concerned that the 11" was now too small! I bought the 11" and have not regretted it once.
@@ThegroopieofUSA I regularly use OneNote on one side and a book/safari/RUclips on the other. Would it fit more on 12.9? Absolutely, but I wouldn’t want a tablet that big.
Great review indeed, appreciated. Totally agree, it depends very much on one's personal workflows. Like yourself I'm a visual person and needs diagrams all the time (I work with software), also I'm into note taking (that's my way of learning), and additionally my hobby is drawing and painting, so my use case points me into the 12,9. Other use cases will point other users towards the 11 inch, and that too is a perfectly valid option.
I ordered an 11’ last night, and honestly after this video i still feel good about it. I’ve been taking notes on a device that’s half the size of a sheet of paper so I don’t think it’ll be too limiting to me. Great video though :)
so I have the same 11’ as a student, but my friend has a 12’, and let me tell you it is so much easier to get mine EVRRYWHERE. Sure a screen that’s bigger sounds nice, but you will never have issues with the screen size honestly.
I am patiently waiting for my 11” to ship and had a moment of “oh, no...maybe I should have gone with the larger screen.” Your comments reminded me I’m currently using my iPad 9.7” to take notes without much of a hassle, so the 11” will be an improvement without compromising portability. Thanks!
I’ve had 2 11 inch iPads, and have used my friends iPad Air, and let me tell you NOTHING compares to a 12.9 inch iPad Pro with that beautiful display. Couldn’t imagine going back to an 11 inch iPad
Watched tons of videos on this topic! Finally you gave the exact I wanted to know before buying my iPad. I was stucked in which is the perfect size for writing notes and digital painting works. Thank you so much ! Love from India 🇮🇳
Yes, you can have the best of both worlds. For the price of a 12.9, you can get a 11" iPad Pro and a 4K 15" portable monitor. Only carry around the portable monitor when needing to be productive.
Dude your videos are seriously so motivating whenever i feelid just watch one of your videos and get back to studying your videos have just different level of quality thanks man !!!
I have a 12.9 iPad pro 2020. I did have the 11 inch pro 2018 and loved it. The cost was a major factor for me at the time, so went for the smaller screen. The portability was fantastic but split screen was limiting. My teenage daughter now uses it. She uses it mainly for Procreate, and it is perfect for this. I found that I couldn't comfortably handwrite my notes and have the text book open at the same time (I'm studying maths). It was great for lectures, as I have to travel by car and train to get there, and it took up zero space. My son has the 7th gen and it uses the same apps, same iOS etc and when we discuss iPads in Uni, I do mention that a pro isn't needed. I just love the functionality of the 2nd gen pencil which was my deciding factor on going for pro.
@@ishitaarora281 I got around that by screenshotting the question and pasting it into my workbook (I use goodnotes). I like having the question with my answer, so that if I'm looking back at my work, I don't have to find the correct page in my textbook. It's one of the reasons I went paperless, having everything in my workbook. I also screenshot the answer, so I can directly compare my answer with how the textbook answered it. A few times I've got the correct answer with a different method, so screenshotting the answer has meant I didn't need to copy the answer to have both methods in my workbook.
I feel like in most cases, if you want to use the iPad as an actual tablet, the 11 is the way to go. I feel that the 11 is a tablet anyone can enjoy. Now if you need to use it as a laptop-replacing workstation the 12.9 is the best option. It’s still lighter than a regular laptop and folks who are on the more serious end of video editing, drawing, design, etc. would probably enjoy it more to sit down for hours and do their work.
I have the 12.9 pro as a laptop replacement/tv and i have an ipad mini 5 as my mobile device. The mini is the most portable of them all and is more powerful than you would think. Even fits into my smaller handbags. Having the largest and smallest ipad has been the PERFECT set-up for me!
This is a good point. I’m thinking about replacing my old MBP with a Mac Mini and a killer monitor and this would be the replacement. But I also want a quick run and gun for a purse sized solution. UGH!!!
Split view is no big deal for note taking. You can adjust the split side with the split slider. I'd rather use two screens (my Tv or computer screen for the video, my iPad for the notes) for taking notes on lecture videos.
Me, 24 years old asking myself: why do i watch a comparison video, when i already bought the 12.9? But Sami uploaded a video - so i just listen to him. Thank you for your hard work on this video! Always love your content :)
"... because at the end of the day everything i've showed you on my channel from my notes my diagrams my annotations you know i could do them all on the cheapest ipad like that's not going to limit me. The only reason why i personally use the 12.9 inches because i love the larger screen and that's a luxury i'm willing to afford. But as i always say on this channel the ipad is it's just merely a tool and it just amplifies who you are and what you do. If you're the sort of person who's like a really great procrastinator the ipad's going to make you an even better procrastinator."
Nice video. Well done. It's useful to get your take on why you prefer the 12.9" iPad Pro for actual work. Others have offered that feedback as well and I think it's an important consideration. I'm actually now planning to buy the iPad Pro 12.9" for work, and the new iPad mini 6 for a portable device that I can access all the same content I access on the 12.9" device but have the portability that I want for when I'm on the go.
I bought my iPad Pro back in 2016 whilst in university when it and the first Apple Pencil came out and I loved it. But if I were to buy an iPad now for note taking, I would go for a bigger screen simple because the split screen allows a much better note taking experience. I wish I had split screens when I was in uni... though none of our lecturers would put slides online at the time anyway...
The white board comment is so true that is why I have the 12.9 iPad Pro from last year and both 11 inch iPad pros 2018 and the M1 version but the 12.9 inch is my favorite one to this day
I’ve been watching quite a few reviews and I thought this was excellent!! Thanks for breaking it down and your insights into the pros and cons of each size 👍🏻👍🏻
Just got mine in the mail today. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxhcEDB3r-OJ3_X5hQzr7k1ZofTQy1ao_U The corners of the box was a little smashed but I think that’s more of the shipping’s fault. iPad was in perfect condition though. I ordered the yellow one thinking it was going to be a bright vibrant color. Instead I looks like more of a Gold color. I personally prefer the gold look. Definitely not disappointed but just a heads up to the ones expecting a brighter cream of yellow.
My heart: Ipad pro 12.9 inch
My wallet: Ipad 3
That was actually funny
Hi im a huge fan of the way you make notes and i thought it would be a really great idea if you made notes on biomolecules and showed the process as you make it that way we know exactly how the notes are made
Samuel, you need to upload more, you are a great RUclipsr and have a lot of potential.
A very insightful review. Thanks !
Hey Samuel, how are your grades in University? I just want to see how your methods are working in practice, love your videos man!
12.9 inch gang.
Am just inspired by you.
waiting for your video to come :)
My heart: 12.9inch iPad Pro
My wallet: 11inch iPad Air 4 (upcoming)
Freaking mood
Same bro, But we can put aside the money for next year. The new iPad pro miniled and 5G with the A14Z/X
@@JeremyDavydKeros but can't we simply buy the 12.9 now and sell it next year to get miniled one? lol
I’m sure if you hold it deep down the 2018 12.9 inch IPad Pro will drop to a price quite close to the new 2020 11 inch IPad Air 4. Wait and see your options :).
I pad air 3 is super cool also
I wanted to buy one for... well, everything: university, note taking, learning and watching netflix at home, playing etc. And I couldnt decide between them either.
But my first impression - which is very important - was that the 12.9" is just too big. Im a big guy, but still, it wasnt comfortable to hold. So I ordered the 11" model.
But I had second thoughts. I went back to the store, and after some time I realized I can get to used to the bigger one too. Especially when I used it in split screen mode - it was beautiful.
FYI Ive never had an apple device before, I worked hard to have some cash, and wanted the best...
I read all the reddit pages, watched every youtube video about this, even asked Samuel too, and I realized that most of youtubers recommend the 12.9 inch for note taking and productivity.
But I thought I'd wait, try out the 11 inch in a daily basis and if i dont like it, i can send it back.
Now, after a week of using the smaller one, I could say, the 11" is the perfect size for me. I can taking notes easily, reading, watching netflix, and the split screen is good too.
I bought a logitech folio touch keyboard case, cuz I wanted to protect my one and only luxury device at any cost, and the portability is still amazing with it (its a bit heavy but not as much as the 12.9 would be with a similar case).
So im happy with my decision, I didnt regret it at all, and u know, I think you should listen to your first impression.
EDIT
My experience after using it a month: the uni went full online so i use my windows laptop (which is a must!!!) to log in teams and join to online classes, so I have full screensize to take notes (and our teachers upload the ppt before the classes and sometimes even the whole lecture with voice and everything, or let us to record it) and do stuff. Its amazing, guys
Is apple open or one’ll to pick up
@@rightzrivemn383 in my country the stores are open.
Dávid Kázsmér ok what country are you by any chance to see if I’m the same
@@rightzrivemn383 Hungary
Me too 11 is just right
Apple never gonna make 12 inch iPad, becoz that might be a right thing to do, and the right thing is not good for their business
They actually did! Crazy. Never thought they would
THE LEGEND HIMSELF IS BACK
Yeah ikr
In short, desk person = 12.9", carry around = 11"
I believe in the saying "bigger, the better" so I didn't think twice about getting 12.9.
Yeah for a lot of people are not going to be walking around when they are taking notes so the 12.9 inch model is going to be the best bet, if you are moving around such as taking notes for like on the job or the such then it would be a good idea then maybe.
@@ryannix2606 It isn't too bad to walk around with 12.9 too. I can carry it just fine.
@@christinm6468 I carried around my 13” MBP years ago so the iPad portability is a non issue for me
does it bend? any issues with bending? i want to buy one but a bit hesistant
Is 128gb storage is enough for note taking in med. School ?
"DOES SIZE MATTER?"
Certainly all the men want to know the answer....
Exactly what I thought
I love how size is in caps in the video title
And my gf said 2in is nothing 😤
It’s not the size of the wave, but the motion of the ocean lol
Lmao I came down to see if anyone had the same thoughts hahahaha xD
Can we just say that Goodnotes uses Samuel's Eukaryotic cells notes for their appstore Photos for the apps... 👁️👄👁️
Apple knew what they were doing 😭. I haven’t seen a marketing strategy as cruel as this 😣
What? Giving options is a cruel marketing strategy? It's the cruelest you've ever seen? You have a company that essentially owns all of the diamonds in the world, and has convinced numerous people that they need to spend thousands of dollars on what is otherwise a functionless rock or their marriage wont be successful.
And this is cruel?
I guess car companies should also be offering a car that can fit into a compact parking space, fit 6 people comfortably, and be able to tow a boat, otherwise, that would be "such a cruel strategy" amirite?
@@JAFrk i think they mean that you cant choose both features in one
In another words, you cant have a large screen with extreme portability
And please, stop offending
@@kiaxoy Those are called trade-offs and they exist everywhere when it comes to any kind of product with variations allowing people to better customize their experience.
The original poster called it a " cruel marketing strategy," when really it's just engineering limitations. The OP is essentially accusing Apple of deliberately deciding to not to create a product that is impossible to engineer in order to make buyers have to choose between two screen sizes? It's called being entitled. If that's what they desire then they should buy from Samsung and Oppo who are trying to address the portability vs screen size issues with folding and rolling phones, both that introduce issues Apple is mostly not willing to deal with.
@@JAFrk my guy, it’s not that serious
@@JAFrk you’re right. The thing is, No matter what Apple does, people criticise.
I see the uploads are coming more consistently now. Can't wait for the next one!
Other people: it’s a little uncomfortable to take notes in a 11” iPad
Me : studies in a mini iPad 😂😂
I : DONT OWN A IPAD
That is what I’m watching the video on iPad mini 2
I did too, but when I switched to a 12.9 my notes automatically became more structured and somehow I studied better.
Omg my condolences. 💐
@@npatel7917 the apple iphone note 2
Bro, what about a twitch channel where you made notes when studying and chat with us?
Anyway: your channel made me buy an iPad Pro 11'' + cellular + apple pencil 2nd generation (for work and university). Your channel become my favorite channel in just 5 days. You're awesome!
Thanks!
He wouldn’t be studying if he’d do that...
This is the thing that I've been fretting about for the last few months..everyone has their different opinions but my problem is...I don't want to compromise..Apple! when is the 12 inch coming out?
I returned the 11’ for the 12.9’ iPad. I didn’t feel like the 11’ was a big upgrade from the 10.5’ iPad that I had. People keep mentioning the 12.9’ is heavy. Come on, it’s not that much heavier than the 11’. I have an iMac, no laptop, so the 12.9’ works as a laptop as well. I love having extra screen space to write on.
P/s: your notes are so aesthetic.
This helped me alot
Ur mom
I have the 12.9, and one thing I’ve liked about it is that it’s the size of a standard piece of notebook paper. This makes the transition from writing on paper to the iPad a bit easier.
Are you a astronaut 👨🚀
12.9 is NOT the size of notebook paper. The iPad Pro 11” or the iPad Air is about the size of notebook paper
@@garydomaz1849 they probably mean the actual canvas size...which is the size of an A4 piece of paper..
I bought the 12.9, and I regret it. It's too big for most things. Especially note taking and reading. I recommend 11 inch for most people. If you need a screen that is 13 inches, you probably also need a laptop.
It's the same size as a piece of paper though? If you think the iPad pro 12.9 is too big then wouldn't you also think it's hard to write on a standard sized piece of paper? I just recently bought the 12.9 and have not received it yet but I did get the case delivered and its really not as uncomfortably big as people make it out to be (Im a 5'4 girl btw with small hands). Im planning on using it for digital art however
It's quite heavy. If you want to use it for reading or media consumption, it is extremely tiring to handle. If I hold it for more than an hour, my wrists begin to hurt. It's really only practical to use if it's support on some surface like a table or desk. Therefore, I wouldn't really consider it to be very mobile. If you want to use it for note taking in meetings or class rooms, it's very heavy to carry around. It's almost the same weight as a laptop.
You are correct, that dude probably one of these new 15 inch laptops that support pens. LG got one I think.
Agree. 12.9 is too big and heavy for reading books and holding it in one hand for more than 5 minutes is very uncomfortable experience. The 11 inch is perfect size and weight for everything.
I regret my 12.9" too. I got one because I wanted to draw and edit photos wherever I wanted but it's so freaking big that it's not even comfortable to use on the lap while on the couch.
This guy's video editing skill is to the next level
I have both sizes. Got the 12.9 first, and felt that it was too heavy for lugging it around. Got the 11 for classes and never looked back. 12.9 doesn’t leave the house, 11 travels.
Get strong. I'm joking 🤣🤣, I had the same problem too but idc about it cause I've started getting stronger so I got used to the weight lol
Why do you have 2 ipads in the first place? 🤔
What about for bed use?
@@xshadowscreamx use it like a FAT phone, simple. Rest it on your lap, it's not hard
Latrixon I rest my 2012 iPad at chest level when laying down.
Watching after 1 min of uploading ..... You've earned priority mate!
I have actually drawn and cut the Ipad pro 11 size on a paper
Its really portable but its true that it is too small for notetaking
At least for me
So I would get the 12.9 inch version
But thats not the question
The question is - How do I get one?
Go on the Apple website and select the iPad Pro and then select the 12.9 inch version
Bruh, I use a 9.7 inch budget iPad for not taking, and trust me that's way to small for not taking. Really not enough space
For example 11 inch is not small for me for taking notes so i go with it
Desmond Ling I 100% agree. I just upgraded 2 days ago form the 9.7 to the 11 inch pro. I think I might even want the space from the 12.9” because the keyboard folio is bigger (meaning larger keyboard). The 9.7 was just way too small...
step 1: ask your parent's credit card
or: get a job
Why Apple doesn't introduce 12"
as an architect I came to the same conclusion after as owning the 11”. It’s that I very rarely use my iPad on the go. Most of the time I am using at the desk and realized that it’s better to get the 12.9”.
I feel like I should be paying money to see this video
After getting the 11” iPad Pro, I am not wishing I had more screen space, but I also don’t have anything to compare it to physically. I like it, so go with you.
So split screen works just fine?
@@ThegroopieofUSA yeah! I never feel like i need more space or anything, but if you want the extra space, get the larger one. Split screen works fine
My heart: 12.9 inch iPad Pro
My wallet: black and white screen kindle
I personally went for the 11” model instead of the 12.9” model because I’m a college student and portability is my main concern. I already have a 15.6” Lenovo Yoga laptop at home so I don’t need a macbook-like iPad to carry around. I’m only 4’10” so carrying around a 12.9” tablet would feel too big for me. I have the Logitech Folio Touch case on it and I honestly like the size of the 11”. I’m happy with it!
Samuel: "Does Size Matter"
Me: YeS
11.9 would be the sweet spot for multitasking and portability. But if you use the iPad as a whiteboard for taking notes and drawing screen size does not matter as your digital canvas can be as large as you like and you can pan and zoom extremely fast while working on details.
Yes, that’s why 11 inch is better
As a student who has begun using ipad a year ago, I would definitely say how important screen size is to notetaking. The reason why I upgrade from ipad air to ipad pro 11inch was because of the screen size and the button (which irritates me because my palm clicked on it when Im doing notes vertically). Although you may think 0.5inch do not make any difference, I definitely feel much difference. Ill definitely go for 12.9 if I could but... since Im on budget 11 inch will be a better optiom for me. Just sharing some thoughts here :D
Thank you for the help!
You are going to be a huge RUclipsr. Your timing, pacing and clarity when you speak is simply next level. Couple that with fantastic editing and there is no way you won't become huge. Looking forward to more videos and being a part of that journey.
I read a review which said: Get an 11 inch if you want a tablet which can sometimes be used as a computer, or the 12.9 inch if you want a computer which can sometimes be used as a tablet
You're the reason why I placed an order for the iPad Pro 12.9 inch + apple pen. You honestly need to be sponsored by apple or at least be given credit for what you're doing. You've inspired me to take my note-taking to the next level and I'm genuinely excited to start this fall semester. Thank you so much!
Hi did u get it are you happy with the size
Bro, your take on the screen size doubly assured me to go for the 12.9 inch iPad pro. Thanks a lot!
Ugh this is so hard. Everyone tells me different things. I can afford a large pro, and it seems better for note taking and as a second screen for my laptop, but the size and portability are really annoying, especially if it's something I'll want to pull out at Starbucks or use for interviewing people (journalism).
i'd say if the only thing you wanna do is make notes then 11 inch is perfectly fine and cheaper. if you wanna make study notes, using colour, pictures, do side by side windows then the 12.9 inch is basically a lot better. i have the 11 inch for schoo
I’m only here to read the comments
As always a great video. In my opinion size doesn’t matter, to me the extra inch of the 12.9 just makes it bulkier and less portable while also having to make you use it with two hands. I’ve used both sizes but I really just prefer the 11 inch, does this mean that the 12.9 is bad? Not at all, but the experience is a little different. In my opinion size does not matter, either choice has it’s pros and cons, but I myself don’t think that there is enough of a difference to ‘miss out on the true iPad experience.’ This video did make me reconsider my 11 inch iPad Pro, but to be honest, the cons I lose or gain aren’t enough to make me switch. But Great video, thanks Samuel.
I’m an happy owner of the 11 inch and I agree with everything you said! The 11 works for me because I’m someone who literally opens my iPad everywhere, like carrying it around and watching a video on it while walking (yes, i know thats not good but lol), and carrying around the 12.9 is simply too heavy. However, as a student, I definitely feel the frustration of the smaller space in split screen, but that’s something I’m willing to sacrifice as I’m not as detailed with my notes. HOWEVER, I would recommend anyone who’s getting the 11 inch to get the cellular version. Since it is so portable, sometimes I leave my phone at home and only bring my iPad!
Xin Lu Fan I am not frustratedI have an iPad 2018 (9.7”).
I’ve used a 9.7 inch iPad for years. I have no questions about updating to an 11 inch iPad Pro. Mine is coming in at the end of September
Cooper Craven congratulations man!! Did you go for the engraving option??
@@ForeverSHINee97 no, I figured that if I wanted to sell it in the future engraving it could lower the value 😊
I love my iPad Pro 12.9 and honestly it feels so small now 😅
Others: Which IPad should I buy?
Me: watching this video in my ipad air 1.
I chose the 11" rather than choosing 12.9 because of the comfortabiity that I get. Besides i dont need 12.9 ipad coz I already have a 13" macbook m1. And yeah I love the 11" ... Im not regretting at all.
this guys has 204k subs with 10 videos. That's gotta be some sort of record
If you need a tablet, and sometime a laptop = Buy the iPad Pro 11
If you need a laptop, and sometimes a tablet = Buy the iPad Pro 12,9
“So basically I’ve been using this every single day for the past 2 years”
*shows an iPad that came out 5 months ago*
This man came straight from the future
really? he use ipad pro 2018 version, you can tell the different by looking at the camera bump, only single camera, not dual camera with LIDAR, like the latest ipad pro 2020
but i really believe he uses 12.9” ipad pro 2018 before for 2 years and has upgrade/trade to 2020 version later, but he doesnt have that 2018 version anymore with him, so he just show us the one he currently own...
Lol there are 2 versions
@@breerodriguez739, lol, there are four versions.
@@annyone3293 thanks for letting me know 👍🏼
Ducking donkey...
I'm glad that you mentioned that iPad is just a tool and you don't necessarily need it to be able to study. By the way, if I ever buy an iPad, it will be because of you Samuel! :P :D
Love from India.
I’m using an 11’ but my dad has the 12.9’. He loves it for gaming and all sorts of things. But it is kindda big for me as i have small hands. Therefore, the 11’ is just perfect. As for notetaking, i dont find any difficulty even when using split screen.
Try to use tour da's for a week with multitasking. The other screen is note taking. The other is any website or app etc. Then dragging to notes from web etc
I've never clicked on a video so fast
on my personal take, i will take the 11 inch if i had a laptop to compliment for a large screen. 11 inch is not small for note taking and even drawing. the price of portability just cant be ignored. it's the very reason why photographers have shifted now to mirrorless cameras instead of staying to DSLRs. for everything like video editing and other heavy stuffs, the laptop will do the compliment the 11 inch lacks.
but if you dont have a laptop, the 12 inch is a sure winner to hold and do your work.
I need help! Idk if anyone is reading but if you are and have ordered one of these or had the chance to have a look at both could you please help me. It's January right now HAPPY NEW YEAR! And in September i am joining college and woundering which one would be better i am doing a Art and Design course so.. alot of note taking and drawings.. so could someone give me advise?
Ooh, I can become an even better procrastinator?? SOLD! lol I have the 10.2", and I'm a teacher. I honestly can't say I've wished I had a bigger screen more than a couple of times. The portability is so nice! And I can still hold it out of the case and read on it and do other iPad-ish things with it. That said, DAMN that 12.9" thing is beautiful... ;)
Can iPad pro 12.9 inches be useful for CODING & PROGRAMMING by computer science students?
Any major write ups or presentations I'd be using my laptop, 11inch is perfect for taking to lessons and revision notes.
I’ve had both...my choice is the 12.9 because I spend more time watching videos, playing games and doing day to day tasks I used to do on my pc. The 11 I think would be great for students doing a lot of note taking and artists...the 11 is a bit more mobile, lighter and easier to scribble on.
It’s not the size of the boat ⛵️ it’s the flow of the ocean ;)
After 1 month of waiting and researching, especially I loved Samuel’s videos, because it was inspiring regardless how iPad Pro is for students and I knew it would make me more productive and happy in my daily routine. Moreover, I am going to become a student once again and it will be so much helpful with iPad Pro. Finally, I received my 12,9 inch iPad Pro 2020 and I am more than happy about it, as it’s perfect size for me I even thought it is supposed to be bigger because everyone saying it’s huge but it’s light in real and it feels just amazing while working on it.
Thank you for your videos, Samuel.
Whoever wants a tablet: 11 inch
Whoever wants a laptop and a tablet: 12.9
I remember when the iPad Mini came out and I thought that was the sweet spot. I thought that the 9.7" was now unnecessarily large. Fast forward to 2020 and I was so concerned that the 11" was now too small!
I bought the 11" and have not regretted it once.
No issue with split screen?
@@ThegroopieofUSA I regularly use OneNote on one side and a book/safari/RUclips on the other. Would it fit more on 12.9? Absolutely, but I wouldn’t want a tablet that big.
@@AdeMolajo okay so would u call the experience good enough? Or would still feel it lacks in some way?
@@ThegroopieofUSA I use it everyday with the pencil. I don’t want a bigger iPad. Better than good enough!
@@AdeMolajo okayy thank u
Great review indeed, appreciated. Totally agree, it depends very much on one's personal workflows. Like yourself I'm a visual person and needs diagrams all the time (I work with software), also I'm into note taking (that's my way of learning), and additionally my hobby is drawing and painting, so my use case points me into the 12,9. Other use cases will point other users towards the 11 inch, and that too is a perfectly valid option.
I ordered an 11’ last night, and honestly after this video i still feel good about it. I’ve been taking notes on a device that’s half the size of a sheet of paper so I don’t think it’ll be too limiting to me.
Great video though :)
so I have the same 11’ as a student, but my friend has a 12’, and let me tell you it is so much easier to get mine EVRRYWHERE. Sure a screen that’s bigger sounds nice, but you will never have issues with the screen size honestly.
I am patiently waiting for my 11” to ship and had a moment of “oh, no...maybe I should have gone with the larger screen.” Your comments reminded me I’m currently using my iPad 9.7” to take notes without much of a hassle, so the 11” will be an improvement without compromising portability. Thanks!
Brad Hughes it's the perfect size, fits great next to sheets of paperor notebooks for school!
@@hughesbradc When is your iPad expected to arrive? Mine arrives sometime between Sep 10-17
@Price sometime between Sep 22-29.
1:06 that iPad pro didn’t even take 1 year since release 😂🤣
Ik that he’s talking about the size
I’ve had 2 11 inch iPads, and have used my friends iPad Air, and let me tell you NOTHING compares to a 12.9 inch iPad Pro with that beautiful display. Couldn’t imagine going back to an 11 inch iPad
Watched tons of videos on this topic! Finally you gave the exact I wanted to know before buying my iPad. I was stucked in which is the perfect size for writing notes and digital painting works. Thank you so much ! Love from India 🇮🇳
How was your experience with whichever one you got? Asking you cause finding an Indian's persepective is the closest to my own experience...
So what you're saying is get the Samsung Galaxy tab S7 plus for the best of both worlds.
I am gonna start uni soon, you've given me more courage and excitement to face the new environment, you deserve more in this channel
Hai, I think you have family roots in Kerala. I am from Kerala wishing Happy Onam. Your videos are amazing just like the sadhya we have on onam.
Yes, you can have the best of both worlds. For the price of a 12.9, you can get a 11" iPad Pro and a 4K 15" portable monitor. Only carry around the portable monitor when needing to be productive.
Dude your videos are seriously so motivating whenever i feelid just watch one of your videos and get back to studying your videos have just different level of quality thanks man !!!
I have a 12.9 iPad pro 2020.
I did have the 11 inch pro 2018 and loved it. The cost was a major factor for me at the time, so went for the smaller screen. The portability was fantastic but split screen was limiting. My teenage daughter now uses it. She uses it mainly for Procreate, and it is perfect for this. I found that I couldn't comfortably handwrite my notes and have the text book open at the same time (I'm studying maths). It was great for lectures, as I have to travel by car and train to get there, and it took up zero space.
My son has the 7th gen and it uses the same apps, same iOS etc and when we discuss iPads in Uni, I do mention that a pro isn't needed. I just love the functionality of the 2nd gen pencil which was my deciding factor on going for pro.
I'm also a math student. I'd like to be able to see the whole question at one glance even in split screen so I'm thing 11 inch won't be enough..
@@ishitaarora281 I got around that by screenshotting the question and pasting it into my workbook (I use goodnotes).
I like having the question with my answer, so that if I'm looking back at my work, I don't have to find the correct page in my textbook. It's one of the reasons I went paperless, having everything in my workbook.
I also screenshot the answer, so I can directly compare my answer with how the textbook answered it. A few times I've got the correct answer with a different method, so screenshotting the answer has meant I didn't need to copy the answer to have both methods in my workbook.
I feel like in most cases, if you want to use the iPad as an actual tablet, the 11 is the way to go. I feel that the 11 is a tablet anyone can enjoy. Now if you need to use it as a laptop-replacing workstation the 12.9 is the best option. It’s still lighter than a regular laptop and folks who are on the more serious end of video editing, drawing, design, etc. would probably enjoy it more to sit down for hours and do their work.
I have the 12.9 pro as a laptop replacement/tv and i have an ipad mini 5 as my mobile device. The mini is the most portable of them all and is more powerful than you would think. Even fits into my smaller handbags. Having the largest and smallest ipad has been the PERFECT set-up for me!
This is a good point. I’m thinking about replacing my old MBP with a Mac Mini and a killer monitor and this would be the replacement. But I also want a quick run and gun for a purse sized solution. UGH!!!
Bro iPad ipad please 🙏 upload different content
“That’s what she said!” -Michael Scott
I have an iPad air (student and budget) and it totally works for me🙌
Wow,great....
Me: *reads the name of the video*
Also me: I’m not dirty minded I’m not dirty minded im not dirty minded I’m not dirty minded
is it important to have both ipad and macbook for a medical student
The legend is back 😎
Split view is no big deal for note taking. You can adjust the split side with the split slider. I'd rather use two screens (my Tv or computer screen for the video, my iPad for the notes) for taking notes on lecture videos.
Apple don't sell Ipads in our country!😰😰
Where do you live?
Please make a video on how to make beautiful diagrams on ipad
The content this channel is making is off the charts! especially for students.
✅ Helpful learning advice
✅ Great tech reviewer
Me, 24 years old asking myself: why do i watch a comparison video, when i already bought the 12.9?
But Sami uploaded a video - so i just listen to him. Thank you for your hard work on this video! Always love your content :)
Sometimes i watch your videos just to hear your voice 🙂 i really like the way you talk man !
"... because at the end of the day everything
i've showed you on my channel from my notes my diagrams my annotations you know i could do them all on the cheapest ipad like that's not going to limit me. The only reason why i personally use the 12.9 inches because i love the larger screen and that's a luxury i'm willing to afford. But as i always say on this channel the ipad is it's just merely a tool and it just amplifies who you are and what you do. If you're the sort of person who's like a really great procrastinator the ipad's going to make you an even better procrastinator."
Nice video. Well done. It's useful to get your take on why you prefer the 12.9" iPad Pro for actual work. Others have offered that feedback as well and I think it's an important consideration. I'm actually now planning to buy the iPad Pro 12.9" for work, and the new iPad mini 6 for a portable device that I can access all the same content I access on the 12.9" device but have the portability that I want for when I'm on the go.
I bought my iPad Pro back in 2016 whilst in university when it and the first Apple Pencil came out and I loved it. But if I were to buy an iPad now for note taking, I would go for a bigger screen simple because the split screen allows a much better note taking experience. I wish I had split screens when I was in uni... though none of our lecturers would put slides online at the time anyway...
Awesome 😎 👏🏼 but please note that 12.9 inch also has high risk of #bendgate 😒
Boneteacher hello bone teacher! Im a M1 student and sir im a huge fan or urs :)
@@jerry7253 thanks mate 😀
OMG Boneteacher what a coincidence, I am a huge fan of your channel!!! Please wish me luck for my studies sir
Boneteacher they both have the same level of risk of #bendgate
Abdullah best of luck
The white board comment is so true that is why I have the 12.9 iPad Pro from last year and both 11 inch iPad pros 2018 and the M1 version but the 12.9 inch is my favorite one to this day
Your channel is going to blow up. You're videos are just so amazing!
Make some videos for how to make notes on tab of all brands
By the way i m also pursuing mbbs
YES BRO i have samsung s6 lite i make notes on it
I would be glad if samuel suresh would make some videos for the same
a complete tutorial
@@sheveshjoshi4597 yes bro i have the same tab and it's cheap and worthy
I also expect the same bro
I’ve been watching quite a few reviews and I thought this was excellent!! Thanks for breaking it down and your insights into the pros and cons of each size 👍🏻👍🏻
Just to know u guys.... It's IPad size!
As I work in Split Screen mode, I fully agree!
Can you please do a tutorial on how to take such great notes on Goodnotes ? That would be awesome.
PS: Probs for your Work, you‘re doing a great job