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CSAppleFan

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Feb 26, 2025
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I recently upgraded my iPad from the A16 to the iPad Air M3 11inch. Took advantage of the Target deal at $449. I got the Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard case too.

I love using it as a work companion (I have a work issued PC laptop which I hate); teams, note taking, Outlook, or using Freeform to help write out longer notes with sticky notes or diagrams.

It is a huge step up from the A16 which i found to lag when trying to do anything more intensive than take notes.

It has also been nice to use the external display support as well.

Anyone else use their iPad at work?
 
I have used mine at work (I have changed jobs now so do not) and it was especially useful when I travelled.

Undoubtedly, people will jump on this thread to complain at how there is no way an iPad can be used in work and you MUST use a laptop but in my example, I used to do a LOT of meetings - 55 a week was average for me, when I travelled usually more so my main use was email, taking notes, meetings and a couple of online financial apps. Then when on a plane or in a hotel room - films/tv, surfing, calling the family, music, gaming.

So versatile, perfect for my needs.
 
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