Oh, I agree. My parents wouldn't get any extra benefit out of the 10.5 other than screen size even if there are several objectively better features to the 10.5. I was just clarifying that the 9.7 isn't as good as 10.5 for quite a few reasons.
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Oh, I agree. My parents wouldn't get any extra benefit out of the 10.5 other than screen size even if there are several objectively better features to the 10.5. I was just clarifying that the 9.7 isn't as good as 10.5 for quite a few reasons.
Totally changes my response in a way. Honestly if you're stepping into one go with the latest iteration. Doing so will get you the longest serviceability life (My 4th gen from 2012 still gets updates and overall is still very usable at 5 years old) as Apple does limit the updates it gives out (forcing owners to get a new iPad). You're not going to go wrong with the newest generation as apple normally does enough testing before it releases a product to knock most of the major bugs out of it.
Meh RAM isn’t the be all end all. Considering it’s Apple it will take more than 2 years for it to even be thought as an issue . The iPad Pro 9.7 would only be 3-4 years old and Apple doesn’t abandon their products that short of a lifespan unlike some other companies .
It isn't, but I see a clear benefit from my older iPad with the newer one. It definitely increases your user experience.
It still isn’t that big of a deal like almost everybody here makes it to be . Yeah it would be nice but iOS is way more streamlined that Apple doesn’t have to add more until it needs to .
I should mention another argument toward the 9.7 is that Apple offers both a Smart Cover, and a silicone case fit the back on the iPad. I realize that 3rd parties offer this for the 10.5, but I prefer to skick with Apple-brand accessories.
Enjoy great device, I wonder how the A9X will hold up overtime as the A10X is 2x faster in certain scenarios. My concern with the 9.7 is in iOS 11 the 2gb ram is already limiting the ability to run 3 apps all at once, you can do it but your two apps in Splitview wil grey out
It's the perfect tablet to me. There, I fixed it.
I have not tried the 10.5 Pro yet, so I cannot comment on it. I am sure it's awesome.
I'm looking to purchase my first iPad, while still getting the best value for my money. I was particularly looking at the refurbished iPad Air 2, refurbished 9.7" iPad Pro, or the 10.5" iPad Pro. I'm primarily looking at the cost:longevityerformance ratio.
Thanks for help.
It’s worth spending extra now to have the 10.5. I would purchase the base model (64 GB). The new iPP will be capable of taking advantage of all iOS 11 features. I can tell you right now from personal experience that even when running iOS 10, iPP 9.7 was a little choppy because it only had 2GB of RAM. I can’t image what the Air 2 would be like, especially when running iOS 11. I’ve learned the hard way on more than one ocassion that sometimes it pays not to be cheap–to put it bluntly. If you really need one and you’re worried about affordability, open up a Barclaycard with Apple. Depending on how much you spend, you get a minimum of 6 months to pay it off, interest free. Then close the card once it’s paid off.
Its really your opinion, in my eyes not really for only $150 more a 10.5 inch would have a myriad of imporovments, granted 64gb instead of 256gb but that's what the cloud and streaming is for
Depends on what's more important to the buyer. Personally, I would rather have the extra storage in this case.Its really your opinion, in my eyes not really for only $150 more a 10.5 inch would have a myriad of imporovments, granted 64gb instead of 256gb but that's what the cloud and streaming is for
It's not just what you can afford; it's what makes sense for your needs. I use my iPad as a media consumption device - the great majority of my iPad usage is video and e-books. Add in a little web browsing, spreadsheets, email, iMessage, banking etc. Very low-power requirements. I kept my iPad 2 for over 3 years and only upgraded it because a few factors came together to get me an impossible-to-resist deal on my current iPad Air 2.
So if my Air 2 died tomorrow, sure I could afford the pro, but it would be a waste of money for what I use it for, and it wouldn't provide me with an experience that's meaningfully different than the 2017 iPad 5. Again, not knocking the Pro for those who make use of its power and capabilities - but I wouldn't be one of those people.
Also, you took my example out of context. The comparison I was making was 6 years with an iPad Pro vs. 3 years with a 2017 iPad 5 and 3 years with whatever the low end is in 2020. Your Pro isn't going to be the "latest and greatest" in late 2018, much less 2023.
Now, if you're happy spending another $650+ every year to get the newest model, and that makes you happy, then godspeed to you. But that's not the scenario my post was addressing.
I think it's a good deal! The 64 GB 10.5" pro would cost you $160 more for half the storage. Enjoy the new iPad!!
Come on now, it's not that bad. The Air 2 was a little beast when it came out and it still keeps up just fine. It's only marginally slower than the 5th Gen 2017 iPad.
I was in the similar boat as OP a few weeks back, in fact I've ordered the 10.5 pro and then canceled it because I was able to get a brand new 9.7 pro 128GB wifi in sealed box for 450. I future it'll last me at least 3 more years. The 10.5 pro would set me back at least 850 (700 for the base model with tax + the must have Smart Keyboard). No need for the keyboard on the 9.7 pro imo.
The 9.7 iPad Pro is still highly viable. With the price you received, that's very tempting. And you would likely receive at least 2/3 more years of iOS support. I still think the 9.7 iPad is a great size for most And it's ideal for portability. Good purchase.
Well Costco is selling them new for $599, you definitely scored because most B B open boxes are in very good/great condition.