YOU Should™ Buy the M4 iPad Pro, And Here's Why!

I've been rather grumpy about iPads in recent past, mainly because I've wanted them to be computer replacements. But when I look at them as a notebook/brain replacement this thing has really shocked me with how good it is.

So here's why I think its worth buying.

[NickFje]

Just picked up my 11” iPad Pro 2024 256GB today.
I purchased a device that was returned to the store in same condition as brand new in original packaging and full warranty.
This saved me 230$ and it only had 3 charge cycles and the included charging cable was never used.
I feel like it was a good deal.

[tikesreyes]

When youre speed writing because of a live lecture, squeeze to erase... is AMAZING

[arondyte]

Agreed with the 5G feature. I've been using cellular iPad models since 2018 and I can't go back to using Wifi-only models anymore. Having an always on, always active data connection anywhere and everywhere is such a game changer. I no longer worry about my hotspot connection randomly disconnecting, tearing through my phone's battery life and getting bombarded by 200 notifications all at once every time I connect my iPad through tethering. I remember having anxiety taking video calls through tethering because sometimes the connection would randomly weaken causing the feed to buffer, freeze and sometimes disconnect entirely. No such issue on iPads with dedicated cellular connection. My iPad now goes pretty much everywhere with me now unlike my previous Wifi only models which spent a lot of their time in drawers, having no charge and gathering dust.

[RandyVazquez]

You most likely don’t remember me, but YEARS ago, I told you that your Sony A6400 review was single-handedly the reason why I bought it (and still use to this day). 6 years later-ish, I think I can say that again for this video 😅 when I need to hear something, you have a way of articulating it to me in a way that makes it applicable for my use case. Thank you (again) 🙏🏼

[jimtipton]

All I’m going to say is the M4 11 is maybe the finest iPad ever. Beautiful screen, proper face time camera positioning and the snappiest chip ever! In defense of the keyboard, it’s built rock solid and like V1 has a very nice typing experience. It’s a little heavier set up than some other options, but not by any significant amount. With the 3 amigos it weighs in an about 2.25 lbs or around 1043 GR. I think the iPad fits a lot of use cases and work flows. End of the day I think it’s an iPad anyone would enjoy. Peace!

[pinkflamingo]

I have the iPad Air 4 and I can totally agree with you about ditching the keyboard and using the tablet in tablet mode. I’ve given up on trying to make it a laptop replacement and I’m trying to use it for its strengths.

[Elshonio]

I had a 3rd gen iPad Air that was on its way out so updated to the 13” iPad Pro base level so 256 Gig. I’ve done so because as a guitarist I can get all of my music in the pad, and since the eyes are not what they used to be, the extra screen size makes it worth while with the additional brightness and clarity really being useful. The pencil allows me to change scores on the fly so it’s totally changing how I can operate. I travel a huge amount so having something that can breeze through other bits of entertainment is a major plus. Yes, it’s been expensive, but if I can maximise the use experience and continue to expand the ways I use it, then it’s been worthwhile. If no one needs the extra screen size, then I’d suggest the 11”, but having most of my magazines digital means the extra screen suits everything

[hnlmthk]

Gary, really appreciate your channel and what you have created in terms of user friendly knowledge and camaraderie. Looking forward to future posts. Cheers!

[HighLifeWorkout]

I use my iPad Mini the way you use this. The ultimate note taking device

[Murkwiththemouth]

1 month later


Everydaydad: 10 reasons why to skip on the iPad Pro M4

[Target]

I loved that you gushed about the notability app for like 60 seconds! I’ve been in a graduate program for the last 2.5 years and the notability app is literally the best piece of software on the planet. And it’s always been that useful. If you’re recording your professor and taking notes, you can click on one of your notes and it jumps to the audio that was happening when you took it. They had that before the searchable handwritten text which is more recent. But it’s so useful

[Mnour]

I think people going too hard on Apple, offering such a wonderful upgrade regarding the chip and the screen for almost the same price (because they upgraded the baseline storage) is a very welcome upgrade, if you think you can do the same with your M1 or M2 iPads thats because you are not supposed to upgrade every 2-3 years, those who should upgrade are owners of iPad pro 2018 or older, you will feel very satisfied when you upgrade every 5-6 years (the cycle at which Apple makes big changes in their devices) and yes i know the software is still incapable but that’s not Apple’s fault, iPads are not meant to run desktop OS but the App developers are way too lazy to upgrade their iOS apps with more features that put them on par with their desktop versions, i think Apple reached the peak in iPad OS and the upgrades to come will be minor and mostly for customization rather than functionality, Apps are what needs more functionality and if games developers are pushing desktop-grade games to iPad OS that means other software developers need to push desktop-grade apps to iPad OS.

[mynameisnoneyourbussiness]

i figured that if one REALLY wants the "on the go" internet connection, one can get the e-sim option, but if on a budget just choose to use mobile hotspot or something....

[ryanrawlins]

I have never wanted my iPad to replace my laptop. I love my 12.9” and mini 6 for different reasons. I started with an original iPad, so I for sure love them.

[pug_]

Currently using the 5th Gen iPad Mini, along with my iPhone 13 Mini and Apple Watch. The iPad Mini is the form factor that works for me - don't need anything MacBook or iPad Pro sized - so I'm waiting impatiently for the new one.

Thanks for the content.

[scubasteve]

Love mine, although the keyboard is expensive I personally think it's the best experience, especially the new one vs 3rd party options. Personally, I run my business with just my iPad Pro. It's really that powerful. Spreadsheets, presentations, PDFs, signing docs, etc etc.

[doolar]

Finally a tech reviewer that understands the iPad Pro. Great insights. I do however love the Magic Keyboard case, and am not so keen on the Pencil. I had the Pencil with my previous iPad Pro, but it got very little use.

[Alex-uyzx]

O-H!

i love my iPad Pro M4 13'. Absolutely fantastic machine.

[joepro]

I purchased the M4 IPad Pro 13 inch and I LOVE it! I use it as my main computer. I love that it has cellular so I can use it anywhere at anytime. For me, it’s a great laptop replacement. Again, for ME it works.

[aaroney]

I love and greatly appreciate your analysis videos Gary. You share your anecdotes, overarching facts, and the ultimate verdict. There are several great points you make in advocating for the m4 iPad Pro, but as you said in a different video of yours last week or week before (I think it was best accessories for your iPad in 2024?) you said how the regular 11’ iPad does so much of the same functions with very similar functionality and seamlessness as the iPad pros and air models. For me as an elementary/middle school sped teacher and (in my free time cartoonist), there are amazing educational, note taking (I.e GoodNotes and notability), and the drawing apps (procreate & clip studio paint), work SO FREAKING WELL! I do use my iPad for sped lessons, note taking, and drawing; but I don’t need to upgrade. My 2018 11’ iPad Pro received all these updates (including stage manager), and overall, still runs very well. If I were to upgrade and continue using iPad as tablet and laptop replacement; it would be the “budget” 10.9/11’ iPad. Why pay more for essentially the same Apple tablet when the software is 90% the exact same. This m4 iPad Pro doesn’t have some hybrid mix of iPad os and Mac OS and can’t truly/fully utilize the hugely powerful m4 chip. Feels like an overspendhre waste.

Great great review as always dude! Christ be with you, keep up the great work, and hope your college classes are going well!