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9.7" iPad Pro or 10.5" ?
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I disagree. The standard iPAD that came out this year has 2GB. It will last as long as the 9.7 pro and this years 10.5 pro Eventually we will get to a point where it will last until it quits working as iOS will be fully matured like windows is. I still run a desktop from 2010 that runs windows just as well as my computer at work that is a year old and higher specs. What do you suspect they can add to iOS which will tax the current lineup of iPADs? Everything in the APP store runs just fine on any of the iPADs that apple sells. (64 bit is the key)
When I tested in daylight the difference was there butmarginal between 9.7 and 10.5 pro
Actually it's a big difference imho. That tells you the diangle size of the screen
I use mine to teach/sermons. The 10.5 will become my travel device if a laptop ban goes into effect and I cant take my MBA
The "obsolescence" for iPad may not come from brute power, but from specific tasks using specified chips. See the AI thing and the rumored chips that comes with it ...
And the nice thing about iPads, is the resell value isn't necessarily the best (Pending Storage), but they do sell rather quickly, especially if they are in good condition or better.
I've used a 12.9 as my main device for over a year so 10.5 feels great... however, I never liked the 9.7 but now the 10.5 does feel like a genuine sweet spot. Give it a go in store if you can. Brilliant device. Just need a cover .. but love its thinness and weight naked..
I couldn't buy 'old' tech if I'm upgrading and I can get the latest... just me.
Just saw a video confirming the 10.5 does in fact still work with the 9.7 if that means anything to anyone.
Would look silly to have a Smart Cover smaller than the iPad its attached to but if it's not an issue an you already have an ASK could save you some $
UPDATE:
This video shows that the 9.7 ASK stays attached and even puts the 10.5 to sleep. This is great news since the 10.5 version doesn't even add any new functionality but costs an extra $160.
Wow why can't Logitech make this for the 9.7? Basically turns your iPad into a surface.
https://www.apple.com/shop/product/...-us-kwgo-pla-btb-all--slid--product-HL782ZM/A
Would look silly to have a Smart Cover smaller than the iPad its attached to but if it's not an issue an you already have an ASK could save you some $
UPDATE:
This video shows that the 9.7 ASK stays attached and even puts the 10.5 to sleep. This is great news since the 10.5 version doesn't even add any new functionality but costs an extra $160.
Wow why can't Logitech make this for the 9.7? Basically turns your iPad into a surface.
https://www.apple.com/shop/product/...-us-kwgo-pla-btb-all--slid--product-HL782ZM/A
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I've always been able to get about $200 less than what I paid for my iPad, close to $500. I keep my products in good condition so that they are easier to sell. I end up spending around $200-$300 per year to use the device.
I cannot get my 9.7 pro Smart Cover to sleep/wake my new 10.5 iPad so I'm pretty sure the magnets no longer line up.
If the laptop ban goes into effect, everything larger than a cell phone will not be allowed in carry on baggage including an iPad.
I just sold mine for $100. It was pristine with unused cables.
Exactly. Im not checking my MBA. Hopefully somebody with some sense will prevail on this one.
Strange. In the comments on that video the presenter says it does. I was surprised when he said that due to the magnets not lining up at the edge.
iPad Pro 10.5 inch isn't that much bigger compared to iPad Pro 9.7 because it has smaller bezels.. I mean it is only .45 inch taller and .21 inch wider. So for me iPad Pro 10.5 inch will be supported for 1 year longer than A9/A9X devices.
Just like This:
iOS 11: A7 Devices and up
iOS 12: A8/A8X or higher
iOS 13: A9/A9X or higher
iOS 14: A10/A10X
iOS 15: A11 chip (iPhone 8)
So for iPad Pro 10.5 inch it is actually 2 Times more powerful than iPad Air 2 in geekbench score. iPad AIr 2 multi core is around 4500 while the 10.5 pro is 9300 and that is more than doubled!!
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And It's touch id is second generation just like the iPhone 7. Plus 4GB RAM and 120Refresh rate.
Just like This:
iOS 11: A7 Devices and up
iOS 12: A8/A8X or higher
iOS 13: A9/A9X or higher
iOS 14: A10/A10X
iOS 15: A11 chip (iPhone 8)
So for iPad Pro 10.5 inch it is actually 2 Times more powerful than iPad Air 2 in geekbench score. iPad AIr 2 multi core is around 4500 while the 10.5 pro is 9300 and that is more than doubled!!
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True sister, iPad Pro 10.5 that comes with iOS 10 will still support until iOS 14 unlike the A9 devices.
And It's touch id is second generation just like the iPhone 7. Plus 4GB RAM and 120Refresh rate.
It is with experience and reading here that I have realised and come to this opinion that it is always wise to buy a product when the production line and assembly line has settled down which is like in period of 2-3 months so the result is a better product (Display issues yellow screens, backlight bleeding and all the other stuff ) has settled down ! I am in not a hurry though I do wanna buy it soon.
But in 2-3 months, you'll be 2-3 months closer to the release of the 2018 iPad and this year's iPad's obsolescence. Oughta just wait til next year at that point!
The 2018 iPads are not going to happen anytime soon before the second half of 2018 so I should be good that way !