iPad Pro

[Ex-User (72296)]

Saw one of these for the first time. A bloke had one in a lecture, and I just can't see the point of them. The size of it is just unnecessary!

 

[Al_G]

Saw one of these for the first time. A bloke had one in a lecture, and I just can't see the point of them. The size of it is just unnecessary!

It's no bigger than a magazine.

 

[Ex-User (72296)]

It's no bigger than a magazine.

But what is the purpose of it being so big? I use my iPhone 6 mostly, and rarely use my iPad mini. iPad mini would be perfect for trains etc.

 

[Al_G]

But what is the purpose of it being so big? I use my iPhone 6 mostly, and rarely use my iPad mini. iPad mini would be perfect for trains etc.

Media mainly. Its perfect for browsing while lying in bed or watching a movie while sat on the sofa or train. From a performance perspective it blitz's the Air2, Mini etc.

It's just not as portable (I don't walk around with my Air so not an issue for me).

 

[Jay_A]

I need a new iPad (currently have an iPad3), but not sure if the Pro is a little overkill.

Is it that much better than the Air 2?

 

[Goodj]

Depends what you want
If you want to get an iPad, just get an iPad
If you want a laptop replacement that's trendy enough to draw envious glances from everyone in Starbucks, but has about 1/4 of the functionality, get an iPad pro
If you want a laptop replacement that isn't going to win you any scene-points but is a genuinely good piece of kit, get a Surface

 

[Jay_A]

Depends what you want
If you want to get an iPad, just get an iPad
If you want a laptop replacement that's trendy enough to draw envious glances from everyone in Starbucks, but has about 1/4 of the functionality, get an iPad pro
If you want a laptop replacement that isn't going to win you any scene-points but is a genuinely good piece of kit, get a Surface

I just want an iPad that will last me another 3 years and not run like a brick.

 

[Al_G]

Depends what you want
If you want to get an iPad, just get an iPad
If you want a laptop replacement that's trendy enough to draw envious glances from everyone in Starbucks, but has about 1/4 of the functionality, get an iPad pro
If you want a laptop replacement that isn't going to win you any scene-points but is a genuinely good piece of kit, get a Surface

LOL no.

 

[Al_G]

I need a new iPad (currently have an iPad3), but not sure if the Pro is a little overkill.

Is it that much better than the Air 2?

Depends on what you need/want.

Performance wise its a massive step up, huge.

If you plan on browsing the web while on the move then I'd go for the Air2, for anything else I'd say iPP.

The iPP is substantially more money, is cost and portability of paramount importance?

 

[Jay_A]

Depends on what you need/want.

Performance wise its a massive step up, huge.

If you plan on browsing the web while on the move then I'd go for the Air2, for anything else I'd say iPP.

The iPP is substantially more money, is cost and portability of paramount importance?

I've got a 2012 Macbook Pro which does most things for me. Just need the iPad for basic stuff at the moment.

Sounds like the Air2 will do the job.

Ta

 

[Al_G]

I've got a 2012 Macbook Pro which does most things for me. Just need the iPad for basic stuff at the moment.

Sounds like the Air2 will do the job.

Ta

It certainly will.

Realistically there won't be an Air3 until Sept next year, I know people are hopeful for an update Q1 next year though.

 

[Ex-User (60778)]

I love my air 2. I do not see the point in waiting for the air 3. Slightly better specs thats a definite, but what's the point when the air 2 is hardly a slug. Oh and a slightly improved camera...which is only used by grandparents and chinese people

 

[Al_G]

I love my air 2. I do not see the point in waiting for the air 3. Slightly better specs thats a definite, but what's the point when the air 2 is hardly a slug. Oh and a slightly improved camera...which is only used by grandparents and chinese people

I'd expect improved display, 4 speakers and force touch. Potentially a spec boost and pencil compatibility...

I'd say thats a big leap (if it happens).

 

[Goodj]

LOL no.

Lol yes

 

[Al_G]

Lol yes

The pro does not have 1/4 of the functionality of an Air2...Ridiculous statement.

It might not be running OSX but I'd rather pick up a iPP than a Surface for everyday stuff every day of the week.

 

[tsoob]

Tried one at the Princes St Apple Store waiting for them to replace my iPhone 6
Absolutely hated it, it's just so huge and unwieldy, but you can't actually do anything more on it than anything either iOS device. All of the apps are just upscaled regular iPad ones.
That said, I think the same of my iPhone. I wish they'd release the iPod Touch form factor as an iPhone, if I want to do anything that needs more screen space I have a Mini 4.

I've been doing important internet related things all week, submitting CV's, doing online aptitude tests, replying to many emails and doing many online orders and processing, if I hadn't have packed my laptop i'd be stuffed, iOS is just too limited for doing any real work. Believe me, i've spent enough time in Starbucks on my iPad trying to make it work, but it just doesn't.

I run OS X, but even some of the tests held by recruiters called for IE, so had to boot into Windows. It's the world we live in.

 

[Knuckles]

Because my iPad has replaced my laptop, both in function and that it never leaves the house, bar to go to another house, I can't wait to get an iPad pro.

I've been wanting another iPad for a while and when the pro was released it was a no brainier over the regular ones. Buying the halo model and all that.

More real estate = more better.

Would you buy an a4 when you had the option to get an rs6?

 

[dk]

Bought a 128gb one today, nice and big.

 

[Knuckles]

Bought a 128gb one today, nice and big.

Pics of it compared to whatever other iPad you have?

 

[dk]

It's like going from an iPhone 5 to a 6 and then wondering how you ever got on with such a small screen.

That's an iPad Air 1, although it seems and feels bigger than the pic shows. It's needs to be held in two hands. I'd say it's not one to be taking out of the house, it's not heavy, just large.

On the air I can hold it in both hands and still just about type on the keyboard, the pro is just so big I can't do that so its one finger typing. The keyboard is better though, numbers and other stuff already on screen without the need to go into another part of the keyboard by pressing a button.

Also seems rapid, not done too much with it but it's quick.

 

[Al_G]

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It's like going from an iPhone 5 to a 6 and then wondering how you ever got on with such a small screen.

That's an iPad Air 1, although it seems and feels bigger than the pic shows. It's needs to be held in two hands. I'd say it's not one to be taking out of the house, it's not heavy, just large.

On the air I can hold it in both hands and still just about type on the keyboard, the pro is just so big I can't do that so its one finger typing. The keyboard is better though, numbers and other stuff already on screen without the need to go into another part of the keyboard by pressing a button.

Also seems rapid, not done too much with it but it's quick.

Looking good.

Surely its perfect for the train or plane?

 

[dk]

I personally think you'll look a t**t with one?

Like people who talk on a phablet.

I just think it's overkill for a train or plane, but I'll probably try it out. Put it this way, I'm training it into London all week and will be taking my air with me.

Videos do look very cool on it though.

 

[Al_G]

I personally think you'll look a t**t with one?

Like people who talk on a phablet.

I just think it's overkill for a train or plane, but I'll probably try it out. Put it this way, I'm training it into London all week and will be taking my air with me.

Videos do look very cool on it though.

As much as a t**t as wearing a softcat t-shirt?

 

[dk]

As much as a t**t as wearing a softcat t-shirt?

:wink:

Work wear, while at work, better than wearing a suit

 

[Rob]

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It's like going from an iPhone 5 to a 6 and then wondering how you ever got on with such a small screen.

That's an iPad Air 1, although it seems and feels bigger than the pic shows. It's needs to be held in two hands. I'd say it's not one to be taking out of the house, it's not heavy, just large.

On the air I can hold it in both hands and still just about type on the keyboard, the pro is just so big I can't do that so its one finger typing. The keyboard is better though, numbers and other stuff already on screen without the need to go into another part of the keyboard by pressing a button.

Also seems rapid, not done too much with it but it's quick.

Genuinely laughing, as I've just realised that's your cardboard cut out isn't it?

 

[Al_G]

Genuinely laughing, as I've just realised that's your cardboard cut out isn't it?

I find it weirdly disturbing lol.

 

[dk]

Genuinely laughing, as I've just realised that's your cardboard cut out isn't it?

I was waiting for someone to notice that and yes it is!

Gives me company on those lonely evenings.

 

[Munson]

Dk, thanks for the pics. Answers my question about resolution scaling. You do indeed get more effective area, not just a bigger screen with scaled UI elements.

I can't see myself getting one of these but never say never.

 

[dk]

I thought it would be good, but I really can't imagine going back to a regular sized iPad now other than for travel.

The bigger screen is excellent, like going from avportablebtv to a hd flat widescreen tv.

 

[cat171]

My boss had one the other day, I thought it was huge! My colleague's just got one too (both have 128gb) after seeing it again, it's not as big as I thought it was & looks neat.

I'm considering getting one to replace my ageing laptop (it's six years old now & clinging on for life!) I have an ipad 4, but I'd use this instead of the laptop. I'd get the keyboard too as do a fair bit of typing. I'm yet to see the keyboard as my colleague has to pick that up later.

 

[Knuckles]

I want one of these. And was all set to get one.

Then I realised I'm paying the price of a 172 or a decent tv for an iPad.

So I'm now wondering if it's worth it.


...alas, I'll still end up with one.

I think the point of this is to cement the home/office tablet in replacing the laptop for those who don't need the extra capability.

If/when I get one, it'll be purely for use in the house due to the size and the regular iPad/phone will be for excursions.

I say excursions, only t***s take iPads out of the house, the regular iPad will be for when visiting friends and family.

There is utterly no point in iPad minis with the size of phones nowadays... And there's absolutely no point in plus size phones. So have a regular size iPhone for outside and a massive iPad for inside.

 

[tsoob]

iPad minis are the boss. Biggest tablet you'd ever need tbh

What do people who "Don't need the extra capability" of a laptop actually do? I can't even browse CS without my laptop :\

 

[Knuckles]

iPad minis are the boss. Biggest tablet you'd ever need tbh

Do you have an iPhone 5/6/6+?

And do you use a personal computicator?

 

[tsoob]

iPhone 6... I'll be first in line for the 4" 6C when it comes tho

Mini's the best, I use it for my GPS/Messaging/Clash of Clans when sitting down (I know, it's a f**king s**t game but whatever) and the bigger battery means my phone lasts all day

It pretty much lives in the car or my satchel if I have it on me

And yep when at home it's laptop all the way. Thank god for text message forwarding and iMessage I can text people off the laptop/answer phone calls... Soooooooo much quicker to type.

Even little things... I use YouTube to listen to music... half of the videos aren't available on mobile devices... and even then I couldn't imagine using YouTube without the ads disabled...

 

[Jaff.]

satchel!!!

lol - wheres Alan at these days?

has the OP bought one yet? matter of time!

 

[MicKPM]

satchel!!!

lol - wheres Alan at these days?

has the OP bought one yet? matter of time!

The only large screen I'm buying shortly is a new TV... That doesn't translate to "Micks purchased an iPad Pro" either.

 

[cat171]

My boss had one the other day, I thought it was huge! My colleague's just got one too (both have 128gb) after seeing it again, it's not as big as I thought it was & looks neat.

I'm considering getting one to replace my ageing laptop (it's six years old now & clinging on for life!) I have an ipad 4, but I'd use this instead of the laptop. I'd get the keyboard too as do a fair bit of typing. I'm yet to see the keyboard as my colleague has to pick that up later.

So, he got the keyboard & it all looked nice, the keyboard doesn't have a £ on it, only $ so he made a short cut for it... he ended taking it back over the weekend as he already has various other apple products.
I was looking at Macbook Pro's over the weekend.

 

[Matt W]

Wait a minute.

Life-sized cardboard cut out?

 

[Ocrlew]

how are people finding these? tempted to get one as got rid of my last ipad and wanting a new one,
especially as krc are doing 5% off them currently (never seen apple products in sale before)

 

[Goodj]

Surface Pro 3 is on discount at the moment.

Just saying