iPad Pro Magic Keyboard | New vs Old, is it worth the hype?

Apple gave us a brand new Magic keyboard to go alongside the new M4 iPad Pro. I wanted to compare it to the old Magic Keyboard to see if its worth all the hype
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Chapters
0:00 - The Magic Keyboard Situation
0:46 - Slimming down the iPad Pro Package
1:20 - Weight Comparisons
2:45 - Thickness Comparisons
3:52 - Visual Differences
4:58 - Trackpad comparisons
6:21 - Keyboard Comparisons
6:41 - Different Colors
7:40 - USBC port
7:55 - Compatibility
9:16 - Question for you
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[@David4413]

The function row makes all the difference in a good way. Much worth the upgrade.

[@pipo9970]

Absolutely agree on trading in the pencil and keyboard, that would actually be a compelling case for me to upgrade from an M1

[@richardschembri3538]

I agree I still have the previous keybord in my cupboard. i am most excited about ios 18 as i keep on hearing that Apple are going to launch a hybrid version of the software which will be mor like mac osx.

[@LilJoe3]

@@richardschembri3538 when i logged into my youtube on the new ipad it was named 17(something) Macosx, im surprised no one noticed this or its already known... made me think something is coming but maybe not either way im happy

[@atxrich]

For my use case it definitely doesn’t justify upgrading from my M1 Pro and Magic Keyboard. Other than weight, I didn’t find the trackpad or keyboard experience lacking. I wish Apple could focus on pushing iPadOS to more of a mac experience. Where the lines between using a MacBook and iPad Pro are blurred.

[@thihal123]

That’s a very good point about urging Apple to accept Magic Keyboard trade in when you also trade in the iPad.

[@orangeofmars2835]

I stoped using Apple keyboard in the pre 2018 version. Seems the 2024 one is best yet but top heavy nature concerns me for laptop type use. Considering making a weighted attachment for base which would add .5to 1lb weight totaling as much as 3.7 lbs.

[@ldc518]

Any idea if the new iPad Air 13 inch works with the Smart Keyboard Folio?

[@Pokapix]

Only reason for the new keyboard, is to enjoy the ESC key :D

[@JZWY]

I LOOOVE these videos!!!

[@tshanegilman6278]

Thanks for this informative, well thought out review! I don't need to upgrade, BUT I WANT TO! :)

[@chrisbogart687]

I cursed Apple at first and wanted to use my old Magic Keyboard. After getting the new one, a smile came to me because now I get it. I will get a back-up iPad on the cheap to use on the road and in certain conditions. The M4 performance on my compute intensive tasks is breathtaking. Cannot wait for some apps to unleash the full power of this iPad. For most normal day to day users, the old generation iPads are more than enough. . My grandson will appreciate me loaning him my old one.

[@xfoils5302]

It’s further back to make room for the bigger trackpad and function keys

[@MiltBrady]

Can you compare iPad m2 Air and iPad m4 pro maybe a speed test between them

[@skyking95]

I did buy the new Magic Keyboard as I do use the trackpad quite a bit. For me I also like the added row of function keys. The iPad Pro is my laptop even thought iPadOS sucks. I do a lot of video and photo editing. My 13” with 1 TB shows up Monday!!

[@joelmulder]

The old polyurethane material was so easy to easy to damage, especially around the keys. That alone is a massive improvement.

[@linsam1962]

Great video! 🐬🐬🐬

[@AmazTech]

Saw a video, there is a way to use old magic keyboard with iPad 2024. It needs a thin magnetic plate between ipad & keyboard. importing it from china soon.

[@Mist3rTh0maz]

I think your case is different from mine, because if I'm not mistaken you was looking to upgrade because you wanted a better storage configuration. I'm currently rocking a 1TB M1 iPad Pro... and I personally don't want to downgrade to a lower tier storage. So, it's not a big deal upgrading to the newer M4 iPad Pro... given the cost factor. But if I could get the new accessories with my M1 iPad Pro, I'd definitely settle for it. Because I picked up a 1TB M4 iPad Pro and I'm more excited about the keyboard.

[@joeygigahertz]

Hey Fernando, you are one of my favorites buddy. Excellent job every show. Excellent thank you so much for all your hard work. If you can, please tell me the exact weight of the 11 inch previous Apple keyboard for my M2 iPad Pro 11 inch. Please not even Apple knows this information, thanks buddy

[@MaxNeal-tl9bd]

🐬 Great work as always.😉

[@mattpipes5106]

🐬I was thinking about getting the 13” iPad Air so I could keep using my Magic Keyboard. I’m still mulling it over as I start putting money into savings, but I would definitely have kept the same keyboard when upgrading. I’m probably going to keep my current 2018 iPad Pro regardless though. I’m curious how the new Magic Keyboard is balance wise when you use it on your laptop as opposed to a desk… That’s my one complaint with the old keyboard was that it is tippy.

[@Bigpil2u]

That wobble though… that’s a deal breaker for me on the new MK.

[@smartone179]

Is the new Apple Magic Keyboard compatible with my IPad Pro (5th generation)? I currently have the previous keyboard and would like the better trackpad. You alluded to the alignment of the magnets to be able to use the old keyboard, so am assuming the same issue would be true for using the new keyboard on a previous IPad Pro. I’m not ready to upgrade IPad’s, but I would upgrade the keyboard. Thanks in advance for your thoughts…

[@InExcelsis9]

Unfortunately the new Magic Keyboard can only be used with the new 2024 M4 iPad Pro’s it doesn’t even work with the new 2024 iPad Air models.

[@techboss202]

Not that Apple really does bundling, but it would be nice to see a free Apple Pincel with purhcase of iPad Pro and Keyboard. Also, I thought there an upgrade to the wattage of the new keyboard. Is it still the same 20Wh?

[@_TheNimrod]

we need review with external ultrawide monitor setup!

[@sangkyunpark]

What do you think of display scratch risk due to the aluminium side facing and touching directly the screen?

[@Amanda-po9xe]

The screen isn’t touching the metal directly, there’s a ”rubber lining” surrounding the keys

[@fahrai4983]

@@Amanda-po9xe The term for that rubber thing is a gasket. :)

[@sangkyunpark]

@@Amanda-po9xe Thank you for your reply. Can’t wait to receive my iPad Pro and Magic Keyboard.

[@AliAbidalkareem]

I -refer the Logitech’s. Similar to Microsoft surface pro and less expensive.

[@aventine62]

Agreed, it is annoying that they have no trade-in program for the old accessories. It's wasteful for them to be sitting around otherwise, and a pain to have to try selling them.... which I will be doing with the old magic keyboard now.

[@highdefnews175]

I love the overall look & feel of the new Magic Keyboard, but I hate the faux leather material on the underside. It even has a bit of that material that sticks out past the aluminum part making the edge sharp 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@RadiantandDire]

Isn't the new keyboard giving 60w of pass through now

[@terrywarnold]

I get not making the new MK compatible with the older iPads but, Apple could’ve somehow made the new iPads compatible with the older MK.

[@xknoewx]

Before I watch to the end, I’m going to bet that he is going to return the M4.. like he did his M2. Well I’m totally right. He’s definitely gonna return the keyboard. We’ll see about his M4 in the next video 🐬

[@respect386]

MobileReviewsEh found that if you touch the screen on the new keyboard, it falls back so much more. Seems like a big issue that I think Apple needs to resolve imo.

[@Brockthedog315]

They shaved less than 2 oz of weight. Still can’t figure how that’s noticeable.

[@cheatcodes1228]

Should have made the new magic keyboard compatible with the new ipad air...

[@jhon2k1y]

The perfect tablet, my take is iPadOs 18 will allow run mac apps. Save my comment.

[@markmelton5472]

How does new Magic Keyboard work using iPad Pro in your lap?

[@steveleatherwood3803]

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[@yaheleltrabajadordeintel6240]

Wow

[@ItsMido84]

What a gorgeous guy! 🤩

[@SKP-op4vd]

The new keyboard is supposed to be unbalanced. It's lighter than the ipad and topples backward when placed on an uneven surface.

[@TheLollipop2488]

I went today to compare im considering upgrading from ipad air 4th generation to pro but the 11 inch looks smaller than my 10.9 and what i didnt like is that they magic keyboard for ipad pro and air cost the same but the pro is made of aluminum and the air is just plastic! Why are u chargin the same price when one is nicer than the other... dissapointed

[@garystewart2621]

iPad keyboard should be universal,because it’s as new as the other keyboard 🎹,Apple Com should think about the consumer not just the money 💰 they can make

[@robbyb.8905]

He looks like a younger Pedro Pascal

[@JS-ow2ct]

“Without further ado”… continues the ado - with more introduction, a title sequence, more intro, eventually starting the main content. 😔

[@phoenix6676]

🐬🐬🐬

[@michaelfatunase9983]

For a company that claims to care for the environment, why not ralease a Magic Keyboard with the function row that will also be compatible with the old iPad Pros. And now there are 4 different pencils.

[@TheEpiCool]

Why is he bullshitting. The new iPads are compatible with the old magic keyboard

[@bradenboyce2520]

🐬😎🤙🏻🍎

[@Gilfordd]

None of this matters as long as the software is limited!!

[@brandonsargent7105]

Dude you care waaay too much about this. Just enjoy having a great tablet

[@JayzBeerz]

You must be an Android user which is very software limited also.

[@brandonsargent7105]

@@JayzBeerz nah, I love my 11 inch m4 pro

[@angdavis399]

It’s an tablet not computer

[@Gilfordd]

@@angdavis399 not sure what that has anything to do with what I said

[@rolfneu]

What is M4 feature in new MK? WHY did Apple, after years and at whopping $300-$350, especially when keyboard is LIT already, not make side USB-C port LIT?! A point of lit keyboards is not to wake partner up in bed but finding port/inserting cable is a pain in the…

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[@joeygigahertz]

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