The Combo Touch won't fit in the M4 from what I hear. But if it does let me know as I already have that case.
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iPad M4 iPad Pro 11 inch or 13 inch?
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The Combo Touch won't fit in the M4 from what I hear. But if it does let me know as I already have that case.
The one I got is the new model, designed for the latest iPads, and it fits perfectly. Even the Apple website confirms its compatibility with the M4 iPad. However, if you have a Combo Touch made for a different generation, it might not work, but I am not sure of that.
Wow I didnt know they're even out yet. On the Logitech site it says pre-order only. I would like to see a comparison between the m1 11 Pro and the m4 11 pro for thickness. Even if the m4 11 is a bit thinner, it's nothing that a few sheets of paper inside the case won't fix.
I bought the case at my local Apple Store, and I see that it can also be ordered on the Apple website. The iPad Pro M4 is 5.3mm thickness and the iPad Pro M1 5.9mm. The new one is noticeably thinner, but it’s not a huge difference.
Holding the 13” in my hands, I cannot get over how thin it is. How is it possible to fit all of this tech into such an impossibly thin casing? It’s a bigger deal than I thought it’d be. I’m glad i went for the bigger model this time around as it really amplifies the effect of holding a sheet of glass in your hands.
It is very impressive. Especially that the 13 inch is even thinner than the 11 inch.
Yep, even though it is lighter, it is still uncomfortable to hold after a period of time
I had my heart on switching back to the 11 inch after 5 happy years with the 12.9” 2018 iPP. Have been using both today and while I’m still undecided, I’m leaning heavily towards the 13 inch. While the 11 inch is more portable, I really love the extra real estate of the 13 inch when typing, browsing, watching videos/photos. I occasionally pickup the 11 inch and think how nice of a machine it is, but I always come back to the 13 inch and find myself happier with the extra room.
i also rarely leave the house these days so portability isn’t a huge concern! I wish it didn’t start at £1,299, but that’s a separate issue. If anything I’m tempted to upgrade to the 1TB for the extra RAM and storage headroom as I can see myself hanging onto this iPad for another 5/6 years comfortably. It is phenomenal.
Last thing to mention - my first impression when picking up the 11” was that the bezels were actually pretty big. Obviously this is relative to the display, but it was quite striking after 5 years of the 12.9”. I also think the thinness is more easily appreciated on the larger model due to the proportionality argument as well. I didn’t think I’d see much difference going from 5.9mm to 5.1mm but it feels like a totally different product. It’s akin to the iPhone 4S -> iPhone 5 upgrade when you instantly noticed a substantial reduction in thickness and weight.
I know Apple have been lagging a bit on software in recent times but the hardware is off the scale. Between the iPhone 15 Pro, M4 iPad Pros and the recent MBP models, this really is a golden age of Apple hardware. Hopefully the Watch X can be similarly impressive later this year and complete the set.
i also rarely leave the house these days so portability isn’t a huge concern! I wish it didn’t start at £1,299, but that’s a separate issue. If anything I’m tempted to upgrade to the 1TB for the extra RAM and storage headroom as I can see myself hanging onto this iPad for another 5/6 years comfortably. It is phenomenal.
Last thing to mention - my first impression when picking up the 11” was that the bezels were actually pretty big. Obviously this is relative to the display, but it was quite striking after 5 years of the 12.9”. I also think the thinness is more easily appreciated on the larger model due to the proportionality argument as well. I didn’t think I’d see much difference going from 5.9mm to 5.1mm but it feels like a totally different product. It’s akin to the iPhone 4S -> iPhone 5 upgrade when you instantly noticed a substantial reduction in thickness and weight.
I know Apple have been lagging a bit on software in recent times but the hardware is off the scale. Between the iPhone 15 Pro, M4 iPad Pros and the recent MBP models, this really is a golden age of Apple hardware. Hopefully the Watch X can be similarly impressive later this year and complete the set.
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I’ve had the 12.9 version ever since that size became available but I went with the 11” this time around and enjoying it a ton as it reminds me of the reason why I bought the original iPad on day 1. I’m going to keep my 12.9” M1 for now but I don’t have any regrets going smaller. I really want a mini pro but we know it’s not likely to come so this will have to suffice
Thanks for that heads up. I believe this is lighter and cheaper so I’ll try this first.
I thought about it for a good while, but I decided to go with 11”; I work from home so I rarely leave the house, but I do a lot of my media consumption in bed and when I had the 12.9” it was a bit unwieldy for me. I play a lot of mobile games so bigger screen doesn’t necessarily mean better when I have to move my hands more in order to tap UI elements as a result too. I am pretty happy with the 11” so far, albeit it’s still day 1.
I've held off from the last version of the IPP waiting for OLED, to replace my now almost 7 year old IPP 10.5 which has survived longer than I thought, and outlasted two Airs my spouse has had. Only way to go for a tablet.
Just used for media consumption mainly on the couch or in bed. Maybe the odd email.
I test drove a 12.9 a year or two ago, but was too unwieldy, mostly length and width wise. When hearing about the weight reduction, thought that maybe it would be better.
Playing with it at the store today, the weight is nice, but I think the physical length and width dimensions will still make it a tough go for my use, and thats irrespective of the additional cost over the 11.
Also thought I could maybe turn the 13" into a semi laptop and change some work flow patterns with the now metal keyboard and use it as a laptop on a desk when required, and on couch or in bed if required to use the keyboard, but reading here, the top heaviness is still an issue, it doesn't work as well as a MacBook when laying on a couch, and, the 13" and Magic Keyboard would set me back as much as MBP M3 Pro 14" refurb.
So it may just be the 11" for me.
Just used for media consumption mainly on the couch or in bed. Maybe the odd email.
I test drove a 12.9 a year or two ago, but was too unwieldy, mostly length and width wise. When hearing about the weight reduction, thought that maybe it would be better.
Playing with it at the store today, the weight is nice, but I think the physical length and width dimensions will still make it a tough go for my use, and thats irrespective of the additional cost over the 11.
Also thought I could maybe turn the 13" into a semi laptop and change some work flow patterns with the now metal keyboard and use it as a laptop on a desk when required, and on couch or in bed if required to use the keyboard, but reading here, the top heaviness is still an issue, it doesn't work as well as a MacBook when laying on a couch, and, the 13" and Magic Keyboard would set me back as much as MBP M3 Pro 14" refurb.
So it may just be the 11" for me.
I’m a mini fan too and I travel 8-10 times a year usually with the 2021 mini and 13” MacBook Air. I too had an older iPad Pro that I didn’t use much. I just got the 11” M4 which I hope will replace the two. I have a short trip later this month and a longer 2 week trip in July. I’m hoping to find a good photo workflow with the iPad and my Fujifilm and Sony cameras.
I have the MBP m3max 14“ and a gaming PC with a 40” monitor. For me it made no sense to go 13” as it would be like having a MacBook Air or pro esp with the magic kb which I picked up. Couldn’t be happier. Its all about your use case and what you have. for me 13” or higher has to be Mac.
After many years as a 10.5 then 11-inch iPad Pro user, I took the leap and got the 13-inch. I had briefly bought and then returned a 12.9-inch a couple of years back to test the form factor but it was too thick and heavy. I’ve had the 13-inch now for 1/2 a day and for my use case for work, it’s a game changer to have a much larger screen plus the ability to multi-task. It’s not ideal from a size and weight perspective but the weight reductions this year have tipped the scales for me.
Now I need a case. Want to get the keyboard but I do not use it for work like I said. Any suggestions on a good case.
I got the Logitech Combo Touch case, it has A keyboard that you can detach for when you want to use it as just a tablet, either in your hand or on a table with the adjustable kickstand. I have been really enjoying this case and it is cheaper than the Magic Keyboard. You can get this case on the official Apple website or in the Apple Store.