Nice .. looks more like I will order a 11” pro in the next few days. I just need to decide on a 2018 refurb or 2020 model ? 128gb would probably be sweet spot 🤔
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iPad Pro 11 or 12.9 Pro ?
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Don't get me wrong--I love the 11inch iPad! But I teach online; if I was going to use my iPP as a computer replacement, then I'd probably want the 12.9 just for the larger screen. Otherwise, I'm very happy with the 11. It's the perfect size for putting on my iPad pillow and reading, possibly doing some light work, and anything else that might come up.
Nice! Looks like it‘s just the 256gb version? Costco has the 128gb version $50 off. Interesting.....I can‘t think of another iPad release where there were discounts at pre-order. Due to the minor spec bump nature of this release Perhaps?
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The 12” is awesome! Loved using it but laying in bed or on the couch and using was awkward. Also, my wife would complain at night about the amount of light that 12” screen would generate.
Packing in bags for quick trips that are typically smaller was a pain.
Packing in bags for quick trips that are typically smaller was a pain.
I really can't decide regarding the size (11" vs. 12.9"). Have an MBP 13" for private usage on my home desktop with a 4k monitor and the MBP 16" for work.
Would use the iPad on my couch for reading/editing work (Word, PDF) documents, surfing and writing mails. Beside this i would like to learn code for iPad OS - i like the AR features of the new iPad (i am working a Java Developer).
I like the idea of the split mode - reading document and browsing, for example. Is the experience better on the 12.9" model? Are there any differences in the apps regarding the size (11" vs. 12.9")?
High mobility is not necessary for me. The iPad would stay at home. Maybe i would take it for vacation oder sometimes to work.
BR, Lacos
Would use the iPad on my couch for reading/editing work (Word, PDF) documents, surfing and writing mails. Beside this i would like to learn code for iPad OS - i like the AR features of the new iPad (i am working a Java Developer).
I like the idea of the split mode - reading document and browsing, for example. Is the experience better on the 12.9" model? Are there any differences in the apps regarding the size (11" vs. 12.9")?
High mobility is not necessary for me. The iPad would stay at home. Maybe i would take it for vacation oder sometimes to work.
BR, Lacos
Last year i had this dilema as well. Coming from 1st gen 12.9” i ended getting the 11” 2018 for the portability.
One year later.. still loving the decision. No regret.
I love how portable the 11” is. I can carry it anywhere and fits on most tiny cafe tables and economy class plane tray
Mind you i dont use split screen much but i do use slide-over alot and the 11” is sufficient for that.
I do draw, image editing, illustration, layout editing, 3d mockups and i dont find 11” too small, in fact it still amazed me what i can do on this little lightweight machine. The size makes everything fun.
out of topic but ipad 11 pro completely makes my macbook pro 2018 95% collecting dust i ended up selling it.
My suggestion is if you always almost gonna use the ipad on the table, the 12.9 is great for the larger screen. But if you want to carry your ipad everywhere like i do and use it one hand like a tablet, pick the 11” for sure I think its a more versatile size.
Oh also if you do a lot of typing on the 11”, do get the smart / external keyboard because the on-screen keyboard blocks like 50% of the screen when on landscape... 😆
One year later.. still loving the decision. No regret.
I love how portable the 11” is. I can carry it anywhere and fits on most tiny cafe tables and economy class plane tray
Mind you i dont use split screen much but i do use slide-over alot and the 11” is sufficient for that.
I do draw, image editing, illustration, layout editing, 3d mockups and i dont find 11” too small, in fact it still amazed me what i can do on this little lightweight machine. The size makes everything fun.
out of topic but ipad 11 pro completely makes my macbook pro 2018 95% collecting dust i ended up selling it.
My suggestion is if you always almost gonna use the ipad on the table, the 12.9 is great for the larger screen. But if you want to carry your ipad everywhere like i do and use it one hand like a tablet, pick the 11” for sure
I think its a more versatile size.Oh also if you do a lot of typing on the 11”, do get the smart / external keyboard because the on-screen keyboard blocks like 50% of the screen when on landscape... 😆
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In that case get the 12.9” for the extra screen estate and better split screen
on 12.9”, if you split screen 50% | 50% you still get regular sized UI on both
on 11”, both apps turns into a compact mode ( similar to iphone ui but wider)
ref:
Layout | Apple Developer Documentation
A consistent layout that adapts to various contexts makes your experience more approachable and helps people enjoy their favorite apps and games on all their devices.
Hope it helps.
Based on what I see on this forum, 50 percent of the people get the 11 and the other 50 percent get the 12.9. I have the 11 and always have had the smaller size, but this time trying the 12.9 for more screen. Really don’t think portability will be that bad, but will see.
I have MS Surface X and really like that. Seems more modern than the iPad now look wise. I am so into the Apple ecosystem, that it is hard to switch though and wish I could get my texts/imessages on the SPX too, but not able too, so thought the 12.9 iPad would be closer to the SPX.
If I don’t like the 12.9, I will just return and keep my 11.
I have MS Surface X and really like that. Seems more modern than the iPad now look wise. I am so into the Apple ecosystem, that it is hard to switch though and wish I could get my texts/imessages on the SPX too, but not able too, so thought the 12.9 iPad would be closer to the SPX.
If I don’t like the 12.9, I will just return and keep my 11.
Based on what I see on this forum, 50 percent of the people get the 11 and the other 50 percent get the 12.9. I have the 11 and always have had the smaller size, but this time trying the 12.9 for more screen. Really don’t think portability will be that bad, but will see.
I have MS Surface X and really like that. Seems more modern than the iPad now look wise. I am so into the Apple ecosystem, that it is hard to switch though and wish I could get my texts/imessages on the SPX too, but not able too, so thought the 12.9 iPad would be closer to the SPX.
If I don’t like the 12.9, I will just return and keep my 11.
yea I had the SPX and it made me realize that I missed the bigger screen, comping from my 11in 2018 that is so trying the 12.9. I returned the SPX because the main apps I needed where only x86 and not ARM but hardware wise was really nice.
Make sense. I really like the form factor of the SPX. I think it looks more modern than the iPad now. Apple really needs to update the designs on the next Pro update. Resting on their laurels is not good.
You're good with a 2018 model in my opinion.
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This is my exact situation.
Eh? Apple just redesigned the iPad Pro a year and a half ago. How often should companies overhaul their designs? Not to mention the ipp and spx look pretty similar. Everything is just turning into a glass slate with slim bezels.Make sense. I really like the form factor of the SPX. I think it looks more modern than the iPad now. Apple really needs to update the designs on the next Pro update. Resting on their laurels is not good.
Eh - still looks similar to the older ones. Check out a SPX. Looks much sleeker. I am an Apple Fanboy and have heard similar comments from other people that love their iPads too. The Pro is not that much different than the old gens.
I have seen the SPX. We’ll just have to disagree on pretty much all counts.Eh - still looks similar to the older ones. Check out a SPX. Looks much sleeker. I am an Apple Fanboy and have heard similar comments from other people that love their iPads too. The Pro is not that much different than the old gens.
I've gone 12.9 on the 2020 Pro, I've been using a 10.5 Air for about 6 months and it is great for trips on the go, but I'm keen to have more screen real estate.
I take my MBP 13 out with me most days, so the 12.9 is not a big difference. If it is too big, I can swap it out for an 11.
I take my MBP 13 out with me most days, so the 12.9 is not a big difference. If it is too big, I can swap it out for an 11.
I've always had the 10.5-11" iPads, and currently have a an 11"2018 iPad Pro..
Im doing more with online learning so figured the 12.9" would be better suited for that. Deteriorating eyesight also plays a factor in this sadly. I just simply am becoming less and less able to use smaller screens for somethings.
Im doing more with online learning so figured the 12.9" would be better suited for that. Deteriorating eyesight also plays a factor in this sadly. I just simply am becoming less and less able to use smaller screens for somethings.
Last year i had this dilema as well. Coming from 1st gen 12.9” i ended getting the 11” 2018 for the portability.
One year later.. still loving the decision. No regret.
I love how portable the 11” is. I can carry it anywhere and fits on most tiny cafe tables and economy class plane tray
Mind you i dont use split screen much but i do use slide-over alot and the 11” is sufficient for that.
I do draw, image editing, illustration, layout editing, 3d mockups and i dont find 11” too small, in fact it still amazed me what i can do on this little lightweight machine. The size makes everything fun.
out of topic but ipad 11 pro completely makes my macbook pro 2018 95% collecting dust i ended up selling it.
My suggestion is if you always almost gonna use the ipad on the table, the 12.9 is great for the larger screen. But if you want to carry your ipad everywhere like i do and use it one hand like a tablet, pick the 11” for sure
Oh also if you do a lot of typing on the 11”, do get the smart / external keyboard because the on-screen keyboard blocks like 50% of the screen when on landscape... 😆
I’m going with the 12.9” along with the Smart Keyboard. I plan on making it my main computer. My iMac is 5 years old now so it’s getting a little long in the tooth and I’m ready to transition to the iPad as my main computer.
My iPhone XS Max display is plenty big and a pleasure to use to browse the internet, consume video, etc...
However, as far as sitting at a desk/table or even using it on your lap,(I love how you can just quickly snap the iPad 12.9” right out of the new Smart Keyboard) the 12.9” iPad Pro will be replacing my iMac. I think it’s time.
My iPhone XS Max display is plenty big and a pleasure to use to browse the internet, consume video, etc...
However, as far as sitting at a desk/table or even using it on your lap,(I love how you can just quickly snap the iPad 12.9” right out of the new Smart Keyboard) the 12.9” iPad Pro will be replacing my iMac. I think it’s time.
I’m going with the 12.9” along with the Smart Keyboard. I plan on making it my main computer. My iMac is 5 years old now so it’s getting a little long in the tooth and I’m ready to transition to the iPad as my main computer.
My iPhone XS Max display is plenty big and a pleasure to use to browse the internet, consume video, etc...
However, as far as sitting at a desk/table or even using it on your lap,(I love how you can just quickly snap the iPad 12.9” right out of the new Smart Keyboard) the 12.9” iPad Pro will be replacing my iMac. I think it’s time.
I could totally see doing this if I wasn’t working on my masters. Too many applications needed...
I’m going with the 12.9” along with the Smart Keyboard. I plan on making it my main computer. My iMac is 5 years old now so it’s getting a little long in the tooth and I’m ready to transition to the iPad as my main computer.
My iPhone XS Max display is plenty big and a pleasure to use to browse the internet, consume video, etc...
However, as far as sitting at a desk/table or even using it on your lap,(I love how you can just quickly snap the iPad 12.9” right out of the new Smart Keyboard) the 12.9” iPad Pro will be replacing my iMac. I think it’s time.
Are you opting for the Smart Keyboard over the Magic Keyboard due to cost or availability (now vs. in May) or is there another reason?
The 11" vs 12.9" dilemma keeps me up too. I now have a 10.5" iPad Pro that I want to upgrade.
Using it for consuming and photo editing, and I take it with me... ALL THE TIME.
I'd really like to get the 12,9" version, but I'm scared it'll be too big to throw in my backpack...
Using it for consuming and photo editing, and I take it with me... ALL THE TIME.
I'd really like to get the 12,9" version, but I'm scared it'll be too big to throw in my backpack...
12.9 is here, and doesn't feel nearly as big as I had feared. Really happy with it, glad I held off jumping in on the Pro until this version. Looking forward to the Magic Keyboard.