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iPad iPad (2018) or iPad Pro(10.5') or wait?

theadamguy24

theadamguy24

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So I had a Samsung S2 Nook and when a new update stopped my from watching my netlfix, hulu, moviesanywhere, etc, I decided to give it to my mom and go for a replacement. After doing the research I found out it comes down between the iPad (2018) and iPad Pro (10.5). I would use it for streaming mostly, word editing, and more education apps. There are tons of apps that are apple compatible over android. Then according to the buyer's guide on this site, it lists to not buy the Pro. Reason I am going with Apple is the fact that their products last the test of time. I still have and use my iPod Classic (80GB) to listen to music. Also was thinking of using the iPad to replace my old laptop. So in the opinion of everyone on this forum, what is the best iPad for a teacher long-term? I was raised to take care of my stuff for a long time. So this tablet will last me 5-8 years before it outlives it's usefulness. So which is the best long-term?
 
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No idea, but probably another Apple event with new hardware announcements, since it didn't happen September 12th. I have no regrets not waiting when I purchased the iPad Pro 10.5 (256gb) in April, but now that we are into September, just wait a month and see what happens.
 
theadamguy24 said:
So this tablet will last me 5-8 years before it outlives it's usefulness. So which is the best long-term?
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This is a bit unrealistic expectation given the modern trend in tech. Lower it down to around 4 years and you should be happy with a non pro iPad.
 
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akash.nu said:
This is a bit unrealistic expectation given the modern trend in tech. Lower it down to around 4 years and you should be happy with a non pro iPad.
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I don't know. It is true in the tech industry, tech does not last long, however my iPod Classic still runs smoothly. I just do not want to shell out money for a tablet now and then half a year later buy a laptop when I could have a device that has that power.
 
akash.nu said:
This is a bit unrealistic expectation given the modern trend in tech. Lower it down to around 4 years and you should be happy with a non pro iPad.
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iOS devices should be lasting longer and longer.

theadamguy24 said:
So this tablet will last me 5-8 years before it outlives it's usefulness. So which is the best long-term?
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The Pro 10.5 has 4GB of ram and a better processor and GPU. It will outlive the normal iPad, or at least handle future updates much better.

As the others have said, new iPad Pros are probably imminent - The current 10.5 is two processor generations behind (A10 vs A12 in the new iPhones) so its either worth waiting to get a great deal on the existing iPad as they are cleared, or to buy the new iPad Pro.
 
Apple's back to school promo ends on the 25th of this month and the new iPads will definitely be more expensive than the current models out now. Also was thinking about a refurb unit as well.
 
SteveJobs45 said:
Are the pros really worth it? My air 2 is getting long in the tooth but I love it...
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The normal iPad is fine as long as you're happy with a lesser screen, more thickness and a potentially shorter lifespan.
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theadamguy24 said:
Apple's back to school promo ends on the 25th of this month and the new iPads will definitely be more expensive than the current models out now. Also was thinking about a refurb unit as well.
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Well if you're not fussed about paying a premium for the Pro now, I'd say get the Pro.
 
My dad raised me to take care of my electronics since they can last a long time. I still have my original gameboy and advance that still works. I am not liking the fact that the 2018 pros might lose the home button and use face id. Face ID to me could be using processing power that to me feels like a gimmick. Apple products as costly as they are, do last for awhile if taken care of properly. I haven't even dropped my nintendo switch at all. The screen on it still looks immaculate. Plus from doing tablet research it came down to the iPad Pros and the new iPad (2018 aka Gen 6). The price of the android tablets seemed ridiculous when compared to Apples.
 
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oldmacs said:
The normal iPad is fine as long as you're happy with a lesser screen, more thickness and a potentially shorter lifespan.
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Well if you're not fussed about paying a premium for the Pro now, I'd say get the Pro.
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thanks. I’ll prob get a non pro.
 
This is what I would mainly use it for.
Streaming, office, web surfing, eReading, and too numerous education apps. Many of the apps they show us at my school district, have Apple support rather than Android.

I would want to try drawing on it, just to see how well it functions, and eventually learn to draw better.

So based on this info, which is a better fit? iPad (2018) 128GB or iPad Pro 10.5' 256GB?
 
theadamguy24 said:
I don't know. It is true in the tech industry, tech does not last long, however my iPod Classic still runs smoothly. I just do not want to shell out money for a tablet now and then half a year later buy a laptop when I could have a device that has that power.
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The iPod Classic has very limited functionality compared to anything else being discussed here, so its longevity is a moot point. This close to a potential Oct announcement, if you can wait, wait. If not, or if full price isn’t a good value for you, a 10.5” on sale would be good too. I picked one up for $499 in Jun (64GB WiFi) and have no regrets. I don’t expect the next iPad Pro to be a laptop replacement so an iPad is still a supplemental “luxury” device for me.
 
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akash.nu said:
Why?
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Because at some point soonish they'll probably hit a wall like desktops and laptops have performance wise.

My Pro 10.5 apparently benchmarks better than a lot of a couple year old MacBooks, and very close to a 2017 MacBook Pro. Logically, with that amount of power, iPads should be able to run iOS (Which is less intensive than MacOS) for periods closer to how Macs are supported.
 
oldmacs said:
Because at some point soonish they'll probably hit a wall like desktops and laptops have performance wise.

My Pro 10.5 apparently benchmarks better than a lot of a couple year old MacBooks, and very close to a 2017 MacBook Pro. Logically, with that amount of power, iPads should be able to run iOS (Which is less intensive than MacOS) for periods closer to how Macs are supported.
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Ah yes, I agree. It’s just that handheld computing is not the new frontier anymore.
 
akash.nu said:
This is a bit unrealistic expectation given the modern trend in tech. Lower it down to around 4 years and you should be happy with a non pro iPad.
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I am still using my 5 yr old ipad mini 2. It has a cracked screen & the home button is completely broken so i had to create a virtual home button in settings. It works, but the ipad is getting annoyingly slow at loading pages and apps. I’d say you’re correct, on avg 4 yrs sounds about right for non pro iPads. At least in my experience.
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theadamguy24 said:
This is what I would mainly use it for.
Streaming, office, web surfing, eReading, and too numerous education apps. Many of the apps they show us at my school district, have Apple support rather than Android.

I would want to try drawing on it, just to see how well it functions, and eventually learn to draw better.

So based on this info, which is a better fit? iPad (2018) 128GB or iPad Pro 10.5' 256GB?
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Well, for drawing, i’d say the 10.5” because it has the 120HZ refresh rate vs the 60Hz refresh rate of the non pro. This means there is zero lag when using the apple pencil. The 9.7” ipad is fine for basic sketching, but If you’re gonna get serious with the drawing, i’d go with the 10.5” pro all the way.
 
Micro Center also has good deals on the 10.5. Right now they have them for $200 off, but it's in-store only.
 
zulumaster said:
Micro Center also has good deals on the 10.5. Right now they have them for $200 off, but it's in-store only.
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Thank you! Amazing deal. Just bought the space gray 64gb for $450. Should it drop even further in the next 60 days, which I doubt, I can get a price match with my Citi credit card.
 
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