iPad The beginning of the end?

[AutomaticApple]

The idea that iPads are the computer for the next generation is a misconception created by people pushing an agenda. Logically it makes sense.

iPads are not the solution that tech enthusiasts are trying to declare it to be. They’re awesome but they’re also a directionless mess.

You said it better than anybody else ever could.

 

[DiCaprioAngel]

The iPad has replaced the laptop for me. It does all I need it to and more. I never really used the MBP for more than internet browsing, media consumption, writing, and maybe some gaming (Sims 4), but since Catalina killed my laptop, I‘ve started using an iPad a lot more and came to find that I really never needed a laptop. So it’s all based on what you need/use it for and what works for you!

 

[BigMcGuire]

I’m writing this on an iPad Pro 11 with a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse. My iPad is most most used device. While I do prefer using my 2017 MBP with my 4K monitor, there’s a simplicity and focus factor with my iPad. I can definitely multi-task a heck of a lot better on the MBP with the 4K monitor, but I focus a lot better on my iPad on a one app usage basis.

The last few years I’ve seen students use iPads and iPhones (same goes for Samsung Tablets / Android phones) as their primary computing devices. I’ve seen them even use these to try to take Computer Science quizzes (online) in person. They make it work.

Obviously, there’s that core group of gamers that need a Windows PC, but I’m seeing a lot less of those these days. Especially those near my age group (30+). A lot more of us are working our asses off to afford rent so we don’t have time for that, and iPads / tablets make wonderful computing devices for reading, communication, watching, etc. I’m using mine more and more and I’m a programmer by day.

I used this year to get rid of a lot of unneeded devices. I find I’m a lot happier with less devices I feel obligated to use. So I just have my iPhone, my iPad Pro, and my MBP.

iPad isn’t anywhere near replacing a MBP yet, especially for gaming... though I bought Shadow Cloud and am curious to see how playing Starcraft II works on that... <cough>.

But for most of what I do these days on a “computer” - my iPad works. Reading news, email, communication with family, watching YouTube, reading books, writing in my journal (Day One), brainstorming on Notability with Apple Pencil, and saving bills to iCloud.

 

[throAU]

We are all different with different needs and likes. If the mini doesn’t fit into your day anymore or you have no use, pass it on to someone who can make use of it (a very nice gift) or sell it.

There is no right or wrong.

This.

As an example...

For some (not me), the iPad Mini is the only form factor that matters because something as simple as (real world example) it fits in a boot. e.g., we have a bunch of miners who work underground and the mini (carried for a few business applications they use) will slip alongside their ankle in a gumboot - or in a large jacket pocket, etc.. which means they can slip it in there to be safe while they work on something. Rather than place on a rocky, wet, dirty environment or somewhere less safe.

It simply doesn't matter how much bigger/better a full size ipad or pro is - that single factor means they are totally irrelevant for these guys because they are so much less convenient to keep close to hand while actually doing their job.
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But for most of what I do these days on a “computer” - my iPad works. Reading news, email, communication with family, watching YouTube, reading books, writing in my journal (Day One), brainstorming on Notability with Apple Pencil, and saving bills to iCloud.

Same.

My desktop is relegated to multi-window workflows, high end gaming and... little else.

Most frequently done tasks i can do on the ipad. Much more conveniently, away from my desk.

This is (part of) the future of computing. It's not a desktop replacement for 100% of all workloads, all the time. But it can certainly get the majority done right "then and there" without needing to drop what you're doing (in the real world) and return to a desk.

As AR gets better, AR will take over a lot of this sort of "computing" work as well. Why do data entry on a portable tablet when you can look at stuff and have the camera/GPS/other sensors do it for you (e.g., stock-take, looking up reference material on something you're working on, etc.).

 

[BigMcGuire]

Same.

My desktop is relegated to multi-window workflows, high end gaming and... little else.

Most frequently done tasks i can do on the ipad. Much more conveniently, away from my desk.

This is (part of) the future of computing. It's not a desktop replacement for 100% of all workloads, all the time. But it can certainly get the majority done right "then and there" without needing to drop what you're doing (in the real world) and return to a desk.

As AR gets better, AR will take over a lot of this sort of "computing" work as well. Why do data entry on a portable tablet when you can look at stuff and have the camera/GPS/other sensors do it for you (e.g., stock-take, looking up reference material on something you're working on, etc.).

I cannot wait for that Ironman computer. I ... cannot... wait.