iPad Pro new dilema... iPad Pro 2017 256 vs 2018 64

[Closingracer]

I personally prefer Lightning because i have no other USB-C devices / cables. But i acknowledge that USB-C is the future if you already have USB-C enabled devices. USB-C will replace Lightning. If i had an iPad with USB-C (and/or a Mac) then sure, i would hate the fact that my iPhone still has Lightning.

I have zero problems with Face ID & Bezelless Screens. My next iPhone will have all that, and maybe even USB-C. I just don't need to be an early adopter of everything that is new.

The iPhone won’t have usb c. It will go wireless

 

[rui no onna]

My biggest purchase regret last year was “saving money” by buying a 2017 12.9 rather than getting the 2018. And now I’m paying the price because I’m selling mine for a huge loss just to get a “modern” iPad Pro.

Smaller footprint. Convenient pencil charging. FaceID. Slimmer bezels. Faster charging. USB-C allows a hub that eliminates my rats nest of lightning adapters. I know I’m taking a hit on the resell but in the long run then these features will make the “pro” experience much more complete.

Note, the 2017 iPad Pros (and 2015 Pro 12.9 for that matter) support USB PD charging up to 30W. You'd need buy your own Lightning to USB-C cable and USB PD charger, though.

Granted, the 2018 iPad Pros are nicer. At $1500-1700 for my desired configuration though, I'm willing to wait a bit more before upgrading. Need to prioritize the phone upgrades this year.

 

[austyn23]

As long as Amazon doesn't make any trouble all is well. Update us when you try the 3rd gen iPP with the Pencil 2 please

So I received the new unit, 2nd GEN also, and it makes the same sound!!!

I think the air goes out trhou the charging port, beacuase when it´s charging it doesn´t do it.

 

[Apple Mac Daz]

So I received the new unit, 2nd GEN also, and it makes the same sound!!!

I think the air goes out trhou the charging port, beacuase when it´s charging it doesn´t do it.

Strange I just got a refurb Gen 2 from Apple and don’t have this sound

 

[austyn23]

Strange I just got a refurb Gen 2 from Apple and don’t have this sound

Don´t know what to say really, 2 units with the same problem, I think I'm gonna skip on amazon refurbished ipads.

 

[Ungibbed]

Well, it´s an "amazon warehouse" product marked as "LIKE NEW". I have bought several tech with this condition and never had any problem; but maybe they changed the display or battery or something else, who knows.

I bought my iPP from Amazon and surprised that mine has been solid in every way. No "breathing" sound and no light spots (new battery though). In your case I would definitely return it for another or just score a new 2018 model.

 

[MandiMac]

Don´t know what to say really, 2 units with the same problem, I think I'm gonna skip on amazon refurbished ipads.

I second this. Go for an original one and don't ever look back. Will again make my point for the 2018 revision with better Pencil.

 

[austyn23]

I second this. Go for an original one and don't ever look back. Will again make my point for the 2018 revision with better Pencil.

Yes I´m tempted for the 2018, but is only 64gb and also from refurbished store, + a new pencil for 150€ (I already bought the 1rst gen...)

 

[MandiMac]

Yes I´m tempted for the 2018, but is only 64gb and also from refurbished store, + a new pencil for 150€ (I already bought the 1rst gen...)

I didn't know you've already splashed for the 1st Pencil. The 64 GB isn't a problem as you can use any USB-C storage with the 2018 iPad Pro IMO - but well, seems like you have no real choice now...

 

[Puppuccino]

If they are the same price just go for the bigger memory.