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iPad Pro - Buyer's Remorse Anyone?

Surely the Pro is more future proof for software updates due to:

"The biggest differences are in the RAM and CPU department. Apple has packed 4GB of RAM into the iPad Pro models–the most RAM Apple has ever used and TWICE as much as the 2GB of RAM found in the iPad Air 2. That extra RAM combined with the A9X processor found in the Pro models means these things will wipe the floor for the Air when it comes to processing power. Apple says the A9X chip has 1.8 times the CPU performance and 2 times the GPU performance of the A8X chip found in the Air."
 
If I kinda felt that coming from an iPad Air, imagine an iPad Air 2. Sure it's faster, but I really wanted the 4gb of ram to avoid the reloads. Oh well, maybe next time
 
deany said:
Surely the Pro is more future proof for software updates due to:

"The biggest differences are in the RAM and CPU department. Apple has packed 4GB of RAM into the iPad Pro models–the most RAM Apple has ever used and TWICE as much as the 2GB of RAM found in the iPad Air 2. That extra RAM combined with the A9X processor found in the Pro models means these things will wipe the floor for the Air when it comes to processing power. Apple says the A9X chip has 1.8 times the CPU performance and 2 times the GPU performance of the A8X chip found in the Air."
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I believe they're discussing the iPad Pro 9.7" iPad Air 3... yeah ok the naming convention is annoying.
 
I traded in my MacBook Air for an ipp 9.7 with Apple kb and pencil and apple silicon case and love every second of it. I use it more and it is easier to do school stuff on due to Windows and Dropbox matched with iCloud. I also have an iMac but really haven't needed it other than playing a couple games, the ipp could almost get away with all of my normal computing.

I am returning the pencil though. Don't get me wrong it is nice but I got it to take notes and found that due to my handwriting I usually have to retype notes and I can type faster than write so just flip out the kb and go to work. May end up picking up another one when I start getting deeper into my mba if I think it would be good for notes again.

So love the iPad Pro but don't really need the pencil.
 
masotime said:
I believe they're discussing the iPad Pro 9.7" iPad Air 3... yeah ok the naming convention is annoying.
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I'm confused wasn't OP comparing the newly released iPad Pro 9.7 v the iPad Air 2? and possible "buyers remorse"
His 1st post implies this is the case?
I was just arguing a point that the Pro is better. looking long term:

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Surely the Pro is more future proof for software updates due to:

"The biggest differences are in the RAM and CPU department. Apple has packed 4GB of RAM into the iPad Pro models–the most RAM Apple has ever used and TWICE as much as the 2GB of RAM found in the iPad Air 2. That extra RAM combined with the A9X processor found in the Pro models means these things will wipe the floor for the Air when it comes to processing power. Apple says the A9X chip has 1.8 times the CPU performance and 2 times the GPU performance of the A8X chip found in the Air."
 
No regrets for me. I updated from the Air 2 and love the sound, speed and screen on the iPad pro. In my opinion it's a substantial upgrade and no one knows when the next upgrade will be. I have the Apple case, cover and pencil - all good. With Apple's return policy there is no reason for buyer's remorse providing you haven't sold the device you were replacing. I was momentarily thinking I should have gotten the LTE model, but the screen on my iPad pro is so perfect I wouldn't think of exchanging it for one that may turn out to be not as good. I've had some yellow, uneven screens in the past and for me the quality of the screen is the most important feature and I probably wouldn't use LTE often.
 
iAdamator said:
I came from a iPad 4 and I am starting to question my purchase of the iPad Pro 9.7. My 4 has been slow for awhile, and it bugs me and I had been looking forward to the upgrade. I had went back and fourth on getting the bigger Pro and actually bought it a week before the 9.7 came out. I tired it and it just felt too big in daily use, though at times the screen was wonderful to use. Big as it was. I am also a huge fan of the pencil.

I ended up getting the 9.7 and really think it's great, but it doesn't seem as much of an "Upgrade" as the bigger pro felt. That one was a clear and obvious upgrade, in size and specs. The Pro 9.7 feels like I just have an iPad...like I did before. It also bugs me quite a bit about the 2gb of RAM in the smaller one. I have a feeling I would like it that much more if just had 4 GB.

I can't believe it myself, but I was actually thinking this morning about returning the 9.7 and just waiting for the next model....
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The 12.9 does feel like almost a different product than previous iPads. Initially, I also thought it would be too big, but I eventually got used to it, and now both my Airs -- iPad and MacBook -- are sitting there collecting dust as the 12.9 took over for both devices. :D

So from my admittedly biased perspective, it seems you might consider giving the 12.9 another try. Also, as other posters have said, the next update for the 9.7 model might be 12-18 months away, so consider if you are okay with sticking with your iPad 4 for that length of time. Finally, I suspect iOS 10 will introduce features that might change the equation. So perhaps you could return the 9.7 for now, and reevaluate after ios 10 is announced at WDC.
 
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sracer said:
Sometimes no matter how much research a person does, it still doesn't perfectly reflect the experience for that particular person.
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Ding, ding, ding. Hell, I got a couple opportunities to use the 12.9" before I got mine, including in the store. It wasn't until I tried to make it work at home that it didn't (let me know when an Apple Store gets a couch you can curl up on with a demo device). I have the same issue with the Mini. Great device, until I tried to read web pages on it for more than ~45 minutes and it caused an eye-strain induced headache. Sometimes, it is literally impossible to completely kick the tires of some of these products, especially as they become more personal.

Enjoying the hell out of my 9.7" Pro though. Mostly because it's actually removed the pain points I've had with the Air 2 in my workflow (no more Jot Touch Pro), and given me more options. Still need to decide if I want an ASK or just a smart cover to use with a bluetooth keyboard I already have. I don't use the keyboard/cover terribly often, but I tend to use both when I do.
 
patseguin said:
Got mine Friday morning after a lot of back and forth in my mind. I upgraded from an Air 2. Even on the way to Best Buy to pick it up I was having remorse. After getting home and playing with it, I was happy with it. Love TrueTone, screen attracts almost no fingerprints, nice speakers.

Here's my issue. As I sit using it I don't feel anything is really different from my Air 2 aside from the screen feeling smooth and not attracting fingerprints. It seems snappy but not so much that I feel a difference from my Air 2.

So, I am left feeling "Did I really need this upgrade?" and am pondering returning.

Anyone else in the same boat?
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I definitely had buyers remorse. I got the 9.7 pro today because I really want to try the Apple Pencil. It just didn't do it for me. I had it in hand and immediately missed the size and weight of my mini and the pencil didn't blow my mind. It's going back tomorrow. I'm still glad I tried it t satisfy my curiousity. Now I know for sure I don't want/need it.
 
Upgraded from iPad Air, no regrets. iPad Pro 9.7" is faster, has better sound and is able to hold more apps or Safari tabs in memory without constant reloading. Split screen and True Color are very nice. The best feature, however, is the Apple Pencil. Taking handwritten notes using Notes, OneNote and Notability apps works very well. I'm a happy camper.
 
Yes. Took a longer lunch and returned mine today. By returning a 128 cellular and the cases I can look at an extra 1250$ in my bank account and be more satisfied with that.
 
Ludatyk said:
Yup! That's what I do as well.

Once the rumors start rumbling I'll start preparing to sell my iPad. It's always best to sell before Apple announces the product... Gives a better chance of getting the most money possible.
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I take it even further, I sometimes sell my iPad 2 months before the announcement or release to get the most money. I then use my original 2010 iPad while waiting for the new guy. :)


Kal.
 
It's worth it to me. I'm coming from an iPad 3 though. The pencil support for lectures is fantastic. I started doing all my homework on my iPad and printing them out. LOL.
 
I am loving my 12.9 and getting more use out of it than i ever thought i would. i tried it out several times at the store and every time i thought "this is just too big" but i took the plunge anyway. After getting it home and using it at work the first week i was hooked and would never go back.
 
stlredbird said:
I am loving my 12.9 and getting more use out of it than i ever thought i would. i tried it out several times at the store and every time i thought "this is just too big" but i took the plunge anyway. After getting it home and using it at work the first week i was hooked and would never go back.
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Absolutely true for me as well!
And I've got a lot of options: (old) iMac, (4 months old top of the line 13") MacBook Pro, Mac mini with Thunderbolt Display, but it's my iPad Pro 12.9 that I use most. It's really handy for lots of reading I do.
 
Upgraded from Air 2 64gb to IPP 128gb and had slight buyers remorse, but after a couple of days I can notice the speed increase, better sound with minimal vibration, and the biggest change is how much nicer the screen is with true tone on. It's just so much easier on the eyes after long periods of useage.
 
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CE3 said:
Yeah, I find it's cheaper to stay on the upgrade cycle and sell and upgrade the iPad every year. I knew the performance for basic every day tasks wasn't going to be that noticeably different from the Air 2, which is still a solid iPad. I'm happy with the cpu bump, display improvements, better speakers and pencil support.

No regrets!
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Think about it

buy iPad A spend 500$ then sell it and cash in 250 and buy the new ipad (500) that means you have 250 from your old and add in 250 to get the new, then sell iPad B and repeat sell it and cash in 250 and buy the new ipad (500) that means you have 250 from your old and add in 250 to get the iPad C

So you basically spent 500 +250 +250 total 1000$

Now let's skip one revision shall we?
buy iPad A spend 500$ then sell it and cash in 100 (sure you can get better than that but let's do a worst case scenario) and buy the new ipad (500) that means you have 100 from your old and add in 4000 to get the new

So you basically spent 500 + 400 + total 900$

So you save money if you are not on the upgrade cycle, especially cause from one version to the other is minimal and have buyer remorse, while from A to C the update is cheaper and the jump is bigger ;)
 
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buy iPad A spend 500$ then sell it and cash in 250 and buy the new ipad (500) that means you have 250 from your old and add in 250 to get the new, then sell iPad B and repeat sell it and cash in 250 and buy the new ipad (500) that means you have 250 from your old and add in 250 to get the iPad C

So you basically spent 500 +250 +250 total 1000$

Now let's skip one revision shall we?
buy iPad A spend 500$ then sell it and cash in 100 (sure you can get better than that but let's do a worst case scenario) and buy the new ipad (500) that means you have 100 from your old and add in 4000 to get the new

So you basically spent 500 + 400 + total 900$

So you save money if you are not on the upgrade cycle, especially cause from one version to the other is minimal and have buyer remorse, while from A to C the update is cheaper and the jump is bigger ;)
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Initial depreciation is the biggest hit. The longer you use the iPad, the lower your TCO. That $100 resale value from an old iPad probably won't occur until year 4-5. And initial depreciation is even worse if you buy high end models (e.g. 128-256GB LTE).

Upgrade yearly might have been better when resale values were higher but the market is pretty saturated now and used iPads have lower resale/trade-in value nowadays.

Of course, there's utility in having the latest model (faster, new features). Whether it's worth the additional cost is, as always, a personal matter.
 
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