I finally caved and bought an iPad for classes instead of using my MacBook since I have now transitioned into my higher level classes that have both regular notes and equations that require me to switch between typing and writing all the time. I paid the extra $9 to get the app Noteability to transition better between typing and writing. I was able to find an amazing off-brand Apple Pencil that has the palm rejection so I can write without hurting my wrists. As a student, I prefer to type my notes since I can type a heck of a lot faster than I can write and I have carpal tunnel so writing for more than 15ish minutes makes half of my hand go numb anyways. So I have been in love with this iPad.
The battery life is great. I can use it for a couple hours and only use like 10% or less of the battery.
I also have recently tried out drawing digitally since I found a nice free drawing app (Adobe Sketchbook). It's a free version of Adobe Photoshop. So obviously it's not that fancy but for being free it has a lot of amazing features. I am able to draw with a bunch of different layers and styles and colors! Even drawing for a few hours has very little drain on the battery life. I think maybe a couple hours will drain maybe 15% but I haven't noticed too much. I can go almost the whole week of class and drawing and still have more than 50% of my battery life left.
I haven't noticed any issues with the screen, it's super responsive and it seems like it has great definition. Colors pop and are very distinct from one another. Although the screen itself isn't glass, I always buy glass screen protectors. I currently have a matte screen protector that I like more over my usual glass screen protectors. This allows for less glare and a little more friction between the screen and my stylus to allow drawing to be easier and not slippery.
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| Price | From: - | From: $326.00 | From: $548.99 |
| Ratings | (8,877) | (64,279) | (23,851) |
| Display | 10.2 inch Retina display | 10.2 inch Retina display | 10.9 inch Retina display |
| Face/Touch ID | Touch ID | Touch ID | Touch ID |
| Chip | A10 Fusion chip | A12 Bionic chip with Neural Engine | A14 Bionic chip with Neural Engine |
| Camera | 8MP photos | 8MP photos | 12MP photos |
| Video | 1080p HD video recording | 1080p HD video recording | 4K video recording |
| Apple Pencil Compatibility | Apple Pencil | Apple Pencil | Apple Pencil (2nd generation) |
| Smart Keyboard Compatibility | Compatible with Smart Keyboard and Bluetooth keyboards | Compatible with Smart Keyboard and Bluetooth keyboards | Compatible with Smart Keyboard Folio, Magic Keyboard and Bluetooth keyboards |
| Connector | Lightning connector | Lightning connector | USB-C connector |
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First iPad huge screen
I’m very happy with my 1st Ipad, I do have an Iphone and I really like how air drop and connecting my hot spot between Apple products work so fast and easy. I share my Ipad with my son for his school work for online learning and he said it’s easier for him to do his work. The screen size is just perfect not too big not too small. I’m still learning how to use it. One thing I’m not sure of is if I can fill the entire screen when watching movies like on Netflix and Prime video? I’ve seen previews but haven’t had the time to watch a movie, since our youngest are 2 yr old toddlers.
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Nikhel
Seller didn't answer that it doesn't come with Australian Charger
Reviewed in Australia on September 19, 2020
Bruno Paluan
Produto excelente, entrega rápida.
Reviewed in Brazil on August 19, 2020