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M4 iPad Pro Reviews: Incredible Speed and Display Hampered By Software
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Exactly. This time I’m hearing more and more voices claiming that software needs to be on par with the powerful hardware. Even MKBHD said it multiple times during his first impression vídeo past week.
More and more voices are being vocal, and yes, you can include myself among them.
Let’s see if this year, aside from being the year of the AI features, it’s also the year of a true iPadProOS, or Pro-Mode, or however they call it.
I can’t imagine it, because basically Steve Jobs fought against the tech press consensus that wanted a Mac tablet (same as of today), and used a modern and touch-first OS from scratch. Based on consumer reception, seems like it was (and still is) the right call.
The iPad is never, ever, ever going to have a "desktop OS". It will never happen, and I promise you that. Time to get over it.
This year seems to be all about AI. If you drink every time someone says AI on stage you’ll be drunk within 5 minutes.
I really wish the next iPad Air comes with the gorgeous 120HZ refresh rate LCD display from the 11” iPad Pro, and an M4 SoC. And please don’t remove the 16GB of RAM option from the Air lineup! Even if it’s just in the 1TB configuration.
That’s the only way I’d update my M2 iPad Pro.
I'd like to see an in-depth review of the screen, like you'd see for a TV review at RTINGS
Does it use PWM?
What are the viewing angles like? is there any color change with changes in viewing angle?
How smooth are gradients?
Is 1000 nits always available, or only in brighter conditions?
Any artifacts when there is movement in low contrast dark areas?
Does it use PWM?
What are the viewing angles like? is there any color change with changes in viewing angle?
How smooth are gradients?
Is 1000 nits always available, or only in brighter conditions?
Any artifacts when there is movement in low contrast dark areas?
False. What they wrote was that the previous-gen Pro (Sixth Gen M2) rendered this test in 1 min 57 sec. The new one with the M4 rendered in 1 min 3 sec.
EDIT: never mind. This was pointed out already.
Federico Viticci is quite harsh about iPad OS. I know Apple employees are aware of him and read his site. And this year he was invited to the press event in London. Is Apple just being stubborn about iPadOS or just neglecting it because the iPhone is what matters? Apple made the decision to fork iOS and create iPadOS. Why do that if it’s largely going to remain iOS? And if Apple has big changes for iPadOS at WWDC it seems like they should have just announced them at WWDC. Add an extra half hour. Make it the one more thing.
Not an iPad Pro Review: Why iPadOS Still Doesn’t Get the Basics Right
Let me cut to the chase: sadly, I don’t have a new iPad Pro to review today on MacStories. I was able to try one in London last week, and, as I wrote, I came away impressed with the hardware. However, I didn’t get a chance to use a new iPad Pro over the pastwww.macstories.net
We'll have to wait and see. We can ALL agree that it's a stunning piece of hardware, the way Apple has improved on that original iPad design over the years is something.
But alas the software, I like many do not want MacOS, but we really should have something extra to push an M chip? Plus more Pro 3D apps are coming to iPad too so how about a true Pro OS for the iPad.
Thank god they updated the article with Justine's smiley face. Was worried I wouldn't be able to comment on her swooshy flicky hair and deep inhalation with a 
face while saying it's super this and super that.
face while saying it's super this and super that.It does have pro-level creative apps that can utilize its power. It just happens to be that you don't use them.
I'll pass on the reviews from the shills.
Even though i know its pretty much like all the previous iPads from the past 5 years. good hardware, limited by iPadOS.
Even though i know its pretty much like all the previous iPads from the past 5 years. good hardware, limited by iPadOS.
"Incredible Speed and Display Hampered By Software"
It doesn't matter if your read this in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, or 2024.I agree, this iPad Pro is a niche product and it's even priced accordingly. The MBP, Mac Pro, Mac Studio are also niche products. Nothing wrong with that. I think this sums it pretty nicely with respect to the iPad Pro
"And creators were certainly top of mind with the new iPad Pro, as Apple heavily emphasized the device’s capabilities in video capture, music production, and digital art. The latter also supported by the new Apple Pencil Pro. Apple’s decision to position the iPad Pro as a creator-centric device makes sense, given the significant progress Macs have made in the business world since the launch of the previous iPad Pro model. With the Mac taking care of every day’s productivity allows the iPad Pro to be more focused. This targeted approach shows Apple’s understanding of the evolving needs of its user base. Instead of trying to be an all-in-one productivity device, the iPad Pro now stands as a specialized tool designed to cater to the specific requirements of creators across various disciplines. The iPad Pro has the potential to become a preferred tool for artists, musicians, filmmakers, and designers, enabling them to explore new creative avenues and produce compelling work with the support of AI."
Not an iPad Pro Review: Why iPadOS Still Doesn’t Get the Basics Right
Let me cut to the chase: sadly, I don’t have a new iPad Pro to review today on MacStories. I was able to try one in London last week, and, as I wrote, I came away impressed with the hardware. However, I didn’t get a chance to use a new iPad Pro over the past
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For everyone else, there's the iPad / iPad Air.
This is a good YouTube review from someone who uses a Pro on a regular basis.
As someone who used the 2020 iPad Pro with MKB as my primary device for over a year, and also had the first gen Air, I agree with the article. I like the iPad for what it is, with a large part of that being portability. And after the new tech ownership fades, I always end up frustrated with the lack of continuity between my Mac and my iPad. I don't expect my iPad to be a Mac. At the same time, I shouldn't have to try and jump through several more steps (and third party apps) than the Mac, to get basic tasks done. I think the iPad has a lot of potential for every use level. The problem is I still experience a lot of friction at the general use level on the iPad.I agree, this iPad Pro is a niche product and it's even priced accordingly. The MBP, Mac Pro, Mac Studio are also niche products. Nothing wrong with that. I think this sums it pretty nicely with respect to the iPad Pro
"And creators were certainly top of mind with the new iPad Pro, as Apple heavily emphasized the device’s capabilities in video capture, music production, and digital art. The latter also supported by the new Apple Pencil Pro. Apple’s decision to position the iPad Pro as a creator-centric device makes sense, given the significant progress Macs have made in the business world since the launch of the previous iPad Pro model. With the Mac taking care of every day’s productivity allows the iPad Pro to be more focused. This targeted approach shows Apple’s understanding of the evolving needs of its user base. Instead of trying to be an all-in-one productivity device, the iPad Pro now stands as a specialized tool designed to cater to the specific requirements of creators across various disciplines. The iPad Pro has the potential to become a preferred tool for artists, musicians, filmmakers, and designers, enabling them to explore new creative avenues and produce compelling work with the support of AI."
Not an iPad Pro Review: Why iPadOS Still Doesn’t Get the Basics Right
Let me cut to the chase: sadly, I don’t have a new iPad Pro to review today on MacStories. I was able to try one in London last week, and, as I wrote, I came away impressed with the hardware. However, I didn’t get a chance to use a new iPad Pro over the past
For everyone else, there's the iPad / iPad Air.
Every iPad reviewer: “I’m not really an artist so I didn’t thoroughly test the Apple Pencil Pro…”
Yes, multiple reviews have noted this. It’s more subtle than with “paperlike” screen protectors though, apparently.
I’d even settle for Parallels on iPad Pro at this point, even if the iPad does not get a full desktop mode.
But seriously, the Surface Pro is great, no reason Apple can’t make a better version.
But seriously, the Surface Pro is great, no reason Apple can’t make a better version.
Federico Viticci is quite harsh about iPad OS. I know Apple employees are aware of him and read his site. And this year he was invited to the press event in London. Is Apple just being stubborn about iPadOS or just neglecting it because the iPhone is what matters? Apple made the decision to fork iOS and create iPadOS. Why do that if it’s largely going to remain iOS? And if Apple has big changes for iPadOS at WWDC it seems like they should have just announced them at WWDC. Add an extra half hour. Make it the one more thing.
Not an iPad Pro Review: Why iPadOS Still Doesn’t Get the Basics Right
Let me cut to the chase: sadly, I don’t have a new iPad Pro to review today on MacStories. I was able to try one in London last week, and, as I wrote, I came away impressed with the hardware. However, I didn’t get a chance to use a new iPad Pro over the past
They are being stuborn and i frankly can not figure out why. I am not on team MacOS as i think that MacOS has been neglected for years and IPadOS was and is a chance for them to do all the stuff outlined here and make it better than MacOS. The thing is i think that takes courage. They lake the courage to actualy evolve IPadOS away from IOS base and that is the fundamental issue. This feels like some one said hey we can make IPad OS but we do not have to pay for development since we can just steal IOS code and do very little to it and we can make profit. The reality is they need to make a real OS that is designed for touch. This is not it. I have one, i love my ipad, but it is a consumption and run and gun type device. I have a mac computer for adult work. What kills me is most of what this article outlines can be done now with the new apple silicon, we are seeing it right now on MacBook Air. There is no reason we can not steal core code from OSX now.
I think the biggest helpful tip from one of the reviews is sharing that the 13 inch is more easily to hold than the previous models. That alone makes me consider the 13 inch m4 instead of the 11 inch. Will most definitely try both in stores and make my decision