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New iPad Needed, Which Is Best Spec For Price.
- Thread starter Geddes
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charltjr
ClioSport Club Member
^^^ what he said. Standard iPad is absolutely fine for most people.
Geddes
ClioSport Club Member
Fiesta Mk8 ST-3
Sorry for posting on this thread, I didn’t want to make a new thread. I’m still using my iPad Pro it’s 2nd Gen 2016/2017 and im wondering if it’s stopped Software Updates all together now. it hasn’t done one in a short while, last one was iPad IOS 16.7.10
Im just wondering with it being old now and Apple isn’t doing any more updates and is it worth now part ex this and get a newer one. I presume it’s at risk not getting any updates regarding security and that? Shame really it’s still going and nothing wrong with it
Also in the end my Dad did just get the standard iPad couple years ago, didn’t go for the mini though, he’s on it everyday snd still going strong
Im just wondering with it being old now and Apple isn’t doing any more updates and is it worth now part ex this and get a newer one. I presume it’s at risk not getting any updates regarding security and that? Shame really it’s still going and nothing wrong with it
Also in the end my Dad did just get the standard iPad couple years ago, didn’t go for the mini though, he’s on it everyday snd still going strong
charltjr
ClioSport Club Member
2nd gen iPad Pro was dropped from the supported list when iPad os 17 came out, but iPad os 16 is still getting security updates. You should be ok until 19 comes out because Apple’s usual cadence is to keep security patches going until the OS falls two version behind the current one. Given we’ve only just had 18 released you will likely be good for another year.
Geddes
ClioSport Club Member
Fiesta Mk8 ST-3
Ah ok, just had a look when the last update came out, it was August ‘24. From what you’re saying I won’t get normal updates and just be getting security updates obviously no big IOS 17 or 18. So I’m good for another year and by the time 19 is up , time for getting a new iPad?
Wasn’t it this year when the new version of the iPad Pro came out and what is that current generation without me looking?
I presume it’ll be say 2027 or 2028 when the next generation iPad Pro be out again?
Geddes
ClioSport Club Member
Fiesta Mk8 ST-3
The one I got is the 12.9” and be looking at the 13”size next. Seen the specs on the new Pro and Air but the Pro has Face ID and OLED. For me going OLED would be a must. Still going for an Air would still be insane graphics wise going from 2nd Gen. I might pop in my local Apple Store and have a look at the models, I put my series number in and it’s worth about £90
Just out of curiosity on the IPad Pro new generation when your on YouTube does it play on 4K, mine is still on 1080p
Just out of curiosity on the IPad Pro new generation when your on YouTube does it play on 4K, mine is still on 1080p
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Can someone help me figure out iPads, daughter needs one for college work but I can't get my head around the naming.
So I'm looking on John Lewis at the 2022 iPad
I then want a keyboard/case for her and apple then swaps for year to generation?
How do I know what generation fits a 2022 iPad?
So I'm looking on John Lewis at the 2022 iPad
I then want a keyboard/case for her and apple then swaps for year to generation?
Logitech Rugged Folio Keyboard for iPad (A16)
The Logitech Rugged Folio for iPad is a surprisingly slim keyboard case with military-grade drop protection. Buy online now at apple.com.
www.apple.com
How do I know what generation fits a 2022 iPad?
Geddes
ClioSport Club Member
Fiesta Mk8 ST-3
i think it goes by model number, mine is a ML0R2B/A which is a 2nd gen Pro, i struggle with the gens too and still don't understand how it worksCan someone help me figure out iPads, daughter needs one for college work but I can't get my head around the naming.
So I'm looking on John Lewis at the 2022 iPad
I then want a keyboard/case for her and apple then swaps for year to generation?
Logitech Rugged Folio Keyboard for iPad (A16)
The Logitech Rugged Folio for iPad is a surprisingly slim keyboard case with military-grade drop protection. Buy online now at apple.com.www.apple.com
How do I know what generation fits a 2022 iPad?
lol check.
Year
Model
Generation
And they all relate somehow.
ChatGPT tells me the 10th Generation is the iPad 10.9" released in 2022 which adds up but I can't figure out how any normal human should know that.
Don't rely on AI to give you that information. https://www.apple.com/uk/shop/produ...olio-for-ipad-10th-generation-british-english
They are all 10.9/11 now. The pros go up to 13 a magic keyboard.
They are all 10.9/11 now. The pros go up to 13 a magic keyboard.
Ex-User (72296)
ClioSport Club Member
Clio 172
Never had an iPad.. just needed for general streaming, games etc. standard iPad at £300 the beat option?
Rob
ClioSport Moderator
Standard iPad will be your best option. More expensive models have OLED displays which are nice, but I don’t think they’re worth the extra.
Ex-User (72296)
ClioSport Club Member
Clio 172
Cheers, ordered off Amazon for just under £300.
cat171
ClioSport Club Member
I need some help! I've been looking for ages now and can never decide which one to buy.
I've got a really old one that I only use to watch YouTube on (mainly because it's so old it barely does anything) but even that's getting a bit s**t on it. I want to use it for a bit more.
I was looking at a pro, mainly for futureproofing (I want it to last at least five years) plus the processor, screen etc is better on a pro and it's got more speakers. Then I was deciding between 11 & 13 inch, and wanted a keyboard.. then I was into MacBook money, but I don't really want a laptop.
Is there going to be a massive update on them this year? Is a pro a waste of money?
I've got a really old one that I only use to watch YouTube on (mainly because it's so old it barely does anything) but even that's getting a bit s**t on it. I want to use it for a bit more.
I was looking at a pro, mainly for futureproofing (I want it to last at least five years) plus the processor, screen etc is better on a pro and it's got more speakers. Then I was deciding between 11 & 13 inch, and wanted a keyboard.. then I was into MacBook money, but I don't really want a laptop.
Is there going to be a massive update on them this year? Is a pro a waste of money?
Ever considered a Surface tablet?
charltjr
ClioSport Club Member
What are you going to use it for? TBH the Pro is great but it’s overkill for media consumption and a bit of gaming.
I’d probably look at an Air from the Apple refurb store as the sweet spot.
cat171
ClioSport Club Member
No. I'll only buy an iPad, and I'm not an apple fan boy.
cat171
ClioSport Club Member
Just YouTube, internet, bit of p**n, the usual. I figured to spend more for the longevity / futureproofing etc.
charltjr
ClioSport Club Member
Basic iPad will be absolutely fine IMO. £279 on the refurb store and was only launched a year ago so has absolutely tons of supported life left.
charltjr
ClioSport Club Member
I don’t see why not. If you’re worried you can always buy a higher spec one but then you’ll be paying a more for it. Even if for some weird reason it only does you three or four years you’ll still come out on top in terms of value for money.
jenic
ClioSport Club Member
I agree with the above, basic iPad will be fine for that use. I have the basic one from 2019 and it still works fine now but hasn't got the latest OS update so expect it to stop working in the not too distant future on some apps. 7 years isn't bad for a £300 ipad though.
