I was thinking about getting the IPP for drawing but one thing that concerns me is regarding the positioning of the device when drawing. Do you lay it flat on the table/desk when drawing? Do you hold it up with one hand and draw with the other? I really wish it had a kickstand similar to the Surface Pro series so it can be propped up at a slight angle for drawing.
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IPP Artists - How are you propping up your device?
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Yes I have to agree that the iPad Pro needs a better built-in stand or case stand. It's like the iPad 1 all over again - it's to big and bulky to hold in your hands.
I wish Apple would make a smart cover in the origami style though. Both the Slim-Y style from Ozaki and Moshi's Versacover offer a lot more angles, portrait in particular (Although for drawing that might not be so relevant).
im waiting for a 3rd party after-sales product 
im sure we'll be saturated before long
im sure we'll be saturated before long
Sjleworthy I am doing exactly that . Best of luck and here's to hoping they get on it quick!
. Best of luck and here's to hoping they get on it quick!I'm surprised Apple didn't think of a case for artists when launching the IPP
i agree. i'm kind of aggrieved that there's not more peripherals/accessories/apps already awaiting the IPP on it's release. i'm sure devs and manufacturers could have had the info they needed.
'other' stuff for my Pro is VERY light on the ground. disappointingly light. as i say, i'm sure say by Christmas we'll have so much cr4p we'll be drowning in it, but it's not soon enough i think.
I'm not an artist, but I just backed a Kickstarter for a stand that looks quite interesting, it might be good for artists too.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1308303505/tstand-tablet-ipad-stand-elevate-your-tablet
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1308303505/tstand-tablet-ipad-stand-elevate-your-tablet
I'm not sure if they knew how quickly people were going to take to it considering how entrenched Wacom is. From my early impressions of the performance I think we'll see tons of artists using it, which will encourage plenty of accessories focused on art.
For the moment I'm mostly holding it in one arm while I draw. It's a little awkward, but I'm finding interesting ways to support the weight. A gut helps.
It might be overkill, but a way to attach this thing to an ergotron arm like a Cintiq could have some applications.
I have an inexpensive Anker stand which is small and I can carry with me and it will hold anything.
For those Netflix binges, I also have a Lap Log in stone khaki color. It will hold anything from a Kindle to an iPad and can be used in bed, etc. http://www.amazon.com/Lap-Log-Class...22&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=ipad+lap+stand&psc=1
For those Netflix binges, I also have a Lap Log in stone khaki color. It will hold anything from a Kindle to an iPad and can be used in bed, etc. http://www.amazon.com/Lap-Log-Class...22&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=ipad+lap+stand&psc=1
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