About time, though Apple neglected to officially come out and support HDR10 and Dolby Vision before the new iPhone anouncement, wonder what the reasoning behind that was.
Either way, good to finally have it.
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Apple iPad Pro |OT|
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About time, though Apple neglected to officially come out and support HDR10 and Dolby Vision before the new iPhone anouncement, wonder what the reasoning behind that was.
Either way, good to finally have it.
I was at a store to check out the new stuff and two Apple employees completely failed to demonstrate the new iPad multitasking features. Couldn't even show off PiP (they really should add a trial Netflix on the demo units). Don't even blame them as it's mad confusing. Eventually told me to wait for their iPad expert but he was taking so long helping another customer so I left. I'll have to go back and try this bookmark thanks
Chance Hale
Member
Would the new ipad plus 12.9 be relatively up to date for a few years? How does it compare to the new phones? Use android phones but it'd be nice to have tablet versions of Darkest Dungeon, Sunless Sea, and the like and the Surface Pro tablet versions are rare.
Zeyphersan
Banned
The new iPad Pros are beastly, theyre not getting out of date for a good while
jts
...hate me...
Took up on the 64GB, no regrets, though I use iCloud a lot. Of course the more storage the better, but keeping a relatively lean approach has its own benefits.
It's not that lean either. 64GB really is decent storage. Not so long ago it was the top storage tier. Now it's the base. It's nice to take advantage of it and save a few pennies.
Got the 10.5 over the weekend. I jumped from an ancient iPad Mini 1, so you can imagine how surreal this screen and performance bump is for me.
Had a long internal debate over 256 vs 64gb. I play so few games and apps, while internet, email, books, and now comics(thanks marvel sale) are my primary use, but those comics can be a real hog if allowed. Ended up just getting the 64gb though as I really dont need my entire collection downloaded at any given time.
Really need to invest in the USBc cable and power adapter next though, this thing charges so slowly on the included stuff.
Had a long internal debate over 256 vs 64gb. I play so few games and apps, while internet, email, books, and now comics(thanks marvel sale) are my primary use, but those comics can be a real hog if allowed. Ended up just getting the 64gb though as I really dont need my entire collection downloaded at any given time.
Really need to invest in the USBc cable and power adapter next though, this thing charges so slowly on the included stuff.
I picked up a 10.5 over the weekend with the pen, and for a while I was seriously considering returning it. The only tablet I've ever had before this is a Surface 2, and in comparison the iPad felt incredibly unwieldy - I'm used to the kickstand so having to hold it up got old super quickly, and I'd always be running to my computer because I'd need a keyboard for some reason or another. But purchasing the Smart Keyboard seriously changed everything. I've given it a lot of shit in the past for looking stupid, but having actually tried it in person it's really clever in how it's able to prop up the iPad in multiple positions. The way it magnetically locks together means it's surprisingly stable on my lap too, possibly more so than the Surface was. And it's light, combined I think they're only slightly heavier than the Surface tablet alone.
I reckon it's still too restrictive in many ways, but with Apple opening things up a little in iOS 11 that's more on the app developers now. Though there are still some problems in the native apps, eg, I wasn't able to save a video someone sent me (Google Drive link) and import it into iMovie - little stuff like that. And apps are a little bit too basic for my liking, I really wish there were things like Image Composite Editor (free panorama stitcher) and XnView/Irfanview etc. The iPad Pro is clearly super powerful, and the pen makes accurate manipulation possible, but it's a shame there's not much to take advantage of that.
Otherwise it's super fast, the pen is awesome, the screen is amazing, battery life is incredible, and most importantly it feels stable. That's the real kicker here, I like Windows and would love a newer Surface but there's so much shit that crops up in comparison.
Apple has a 14 day return policy and I've had it for less than a week, so we'll see - I'm gonna take it away with me over the weekend to try it out. But I think it could be a keeper.
I reckon it's still too restrictive in many ways, but with Apple opening things up a little in iOS 11 that's more on the app developers now. Though there are still some problems in the native apps, eg, I wasn't able to save a video someone sent me (Google Drive link) and import it into iMovie - little stuff like that. And apps are a little bit too basic for my liking, I really wish there were things like Image Composite Editor (free panorama stitcher) and XnView/Irfanview etc. The iPad Pro is clearly super powerful, and the pen makes accurate manipulation possible, but it's a shame there's not much to take advantage of that.
Otherwise it's super fast, the pen is awesome, the screen is amazing, battery life is incredible, and most importantly it feels stable. That's the real kicker here, I like Windows and would love a newer Surface but there's so much shit that crops up in comparison.
Apple has a 14 day return policy and I've had it for less than a week, so we'll see - I'm gonna take it away with me over the weekend to try it out. But I think it could be a keeper.
Chance Hale
Member
I feel like I checked best buy a few days ago and there was a huge discount on the newer ipad pros and now they're back to full price ;-;
Never the less if I pick one up soon are they worth jailbreaking? I haven't owned an apple product in many years but I want to wait for the next Surface Pro refresh to replace my SP2 but need something now that can handle basic word processing while remaining equally portable.
Never the less if I pick one up soon are they worth jailbreaking? I haven't owned an apple product in many years but I want to wait for the next Surface Pro refresh to replace my SP2 but need something now that can handle basic word processing while remaining equally portable.
Yes, they're worth jailbreaking, but No, you can't jailbreak them
Chance Hale
Member
Oh well on that front lol
TriniTrin
war of titties grampa
Does anyone know if I can use an SD card to up the capacity of a 64 GB iPad pro?
I was thinking about buying a pro for on the go video editing and the 64gb are cheap. I know it probably couldn't hold many 4k recordings at that amount but I figured maybe I could use an SD card for all the videos and just run the editing program to pull from that.
Not sure how it works and I can't find anything on Google so any help is appreciated!!
I was thinking about buying a pro for on the go video editing and the 64gb are cheap. I know it probably couldn't hold many 4k recordings at that amount but I figured maybe I could use an SD card for all the videos and just run the editing program to pull from that.
Not sure how it works and I can't find anything on Google so any help is appreciated!!
Simple answer is No. Apple sells an official Lightning to SD Card reader but it only allows import of photos and videos to the iPad yet not export back to the SD card (by the way, this would be one of those worthwhile reasons to jailbreak...). iMovie won't pull directly from the SD card either; you'll have to import first to Photos app.
The more complicated answer is yes? If you buy a third party SD card reader, you can use a third party app to export photos and videos back to the SD card app. However you'd still have to manually manage as all the transfers. And it's not a flexible export workflow if you decide to use another editing app like TouchEdit or LumaFusion...
TriniTrin
war of titties grampa
whats the best way to transfer video to and from the ipad pro then? What about a wireless HD? Or is iCloud the best solution maybe? Thanks for your help!
tbh just pony up for the 256GB. If that's not enough space then forget the iPad and go with a Macbook/Surface/etc. iCloud is the solution that iOS is designed for but it's not a good solution, nevermind the 'best', if your primary use of the iPad is on the go. if you really really want to transfer video to and from an iPad on the go, then I'd suggest skipping the iOS SD card adapters or wireless HDs and instead looking for a tiny PC, with a USB 3 port, that comfortably runs iTunes. won't be cheap though
Cloud storage, doesnt have to be iCloud. Wireless HD. Lightening thumb drive. Plug into your Mac. Take your pick.
JetBlackPanda
Member
I have a phone charger at my desk at work. When I plug my iPad pro 10.5 into it, it says "not charging" obviously its not enough to charge it but can I leave it plugged in like that? will it be neutral and not lose a charge at least?
is this damaging to use a lower power adapter on my ipad ?
I can't find much online about leaving it plugged in.
If anyone knows I appreciate it.
is this damaging to use a lower power adapter on my ipad ?
I can't find much online about leaving it plugged in.
If anyone knows I appreciate it.
Thanks
Decided to go for the 12.9 64GB. Size seems right for drawing, seems like an awesome device so far.
The surface doesn't feel uniformly smooth though? Some sections feel more rugged where it even makes a bit of sound, while in other spots it feels more slippery though a bit wax pencil like.
edit: Also seeing some ripple when applying enough pressure on the pencil to achieve max effect in Procreate, which is not particularly hard.
Chance Hale
Member
Got the space gray one and its gorgeous. How can I make a safari page full screen with no url bar tho?
Not with Safari. Try a third party browser (iCab etc)
Got an Ipad Pro yesterday (10.5, 64GB LTE, Silver)
It's my first Apple product and my first tablet and I'm really enjoying it
I bought mainly for school since I want to use it for taking notes/doing homework and I'm looking to buy the Apple Pencil but I wanted to ask are they expected to announce a new version anytime soon and is it expected to be a major upgrade?
Also, could someone please recommend a good stand, case and screen protector?
Thanks
Edit: Should I upgrade to IOS 11 or are there any issues with it?
It's my first Apple product and my first tablet and I'm really enjoying it
I bought mainly for school since I want to use it for taking notes/doing homework and I'm looking to buy the Apple Pencil but I wanted to ask are they expected to announce a new version anytime soon and is it expected to be a major upgrade?
Also, could someone please recommend a good stand, case and screen protector?
Thanks
Edit: Should I upgrade to IOS 11 or are there any issues with it?
Zeyphersan
Banned
Chance Hale
Member
Is the Apple keyboard the best one for the 12.9? Want to make sure before I spend a billion dollars on one.
If you have an iPad without iOS 11, youre a bad person. Its soooooo much better than what came before.
The Smart Keyboard is the best for any size iPad Pro.
sweetvar26
Member
As far as I know, only downside to what youre doing is that it will take for ever to charge that iPad. In fact from what Ive read, its good to charge any lithium ion batteries in a slower way which makes them last longer in terms of life span. So I think you are good to go, as long as you are okay with it takes hours to attain a complete charge.
Please do correct me if Im wrong. Id like to know as well.
Trojita
Rapid Response Threadmaker
That feeling when you find out the screen on your iPad broke somehow.
That feeling when you look up the costs and a replacement screen costs $599
That feel when you find out you bought Applecare+ but had forgotten about it. Thanks 2 years ago me! The Applecare+ was going to run out in less than a month too.
That feeling when you look up the costs and a replacement screen costs $599
That feel when you find out you bought Applecare+ but had forgotten about it. Thanks 2 years ago me! The Applecare+ was going to run out in less than a month too.
I'm holding off on iOS 11 because I got this iPad for school and I don't want to deal with any potential bugs or problems that it seems to be causing
I took my iPad to the store today and they applied the screen protector I bought and later on I noticed there's little piece of dust or dirt or whatever it is caught underneath but it's very noticeable and bugging me
Is there any magic trick to clean it without taking the whole damn thing off? X_X