M4 iPad Pro & Apple Pencil Pro - PRO ARTIST Review (First Impressions)

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PAINTING APPS USED IN THIS VIDEO:
- ArtStudio Pro (iPad Pro)
- Photoshop (Desktop)
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DRAWING EQUIPMENT USED IN THIS VIDEO:
- Wacom Cintiq 27QHD
- M2 iPad Pro (2022 model)
- Wacom Intuos Pro
- MagFlott iPad Stand by CharJenPro
AUDIO EQUIPMENT
- Shure SM7B Broadcast Mic: bit.ly/3RvoQGy
- Sennheiser MKH416 Shotgun Mic
- Sennheiser AVX MKE 2 Lav Mic
- Electrovoice RE20 Broadcast Mic: bit.ly/3RBElNb
- Rode NTG5 Shotgun Mic: bit.ly/3L4k8gw
- Rode NTH-100 Monitoring Headphones: bit.ly/3eFco8O
- Rode PodMics: bit.ly/3DedD92
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VIDEO RESOURCES
All video motion graphics, intros and transitions are produced by MotionVFX
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ART RESOURCES
all artwork is produced using Adobe Photoshop
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My drawing tablets of choice is the Wacom Cintiq
www.wacom.com/en-us
My portable tablet of choice is the iPad Pro 12.9"
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Intro: (0:00)
New Look & Build: (1:08)
Tandem OLED Screen: (2:10)
2024 Magic Keyboard (and alternatives): (6:28)
Apple Pencil Pro: (9:23)
Hot Takes: (17:29)
Final Thoughts & Recomendations: (22:16)

[@AdamDuffArt]

NANO TEXTURE UPDATE! please note that I may have spoken too soon with regards to “not getting Nano” It might actually be great for artists specifically - I placed my order for it and will be sharing a video about it”nano vs paperlike” in about 3-4 weeks when it ships. I had a chance to test it at the Apple Store yesterday and really enjoyed the experience

[@GabeGRaidden]

Hii I’m surprised that there’s someone like you talking about all these details of Apple Pencil pro since people are just complaining negatively about it. Can you tell me all the apps that did you used of drawing in the video? Also hii from Puerto Rico

[@webig1805]

Finally the one review I was waiting for, just as I was getting sick of all the useless crap those tech review channels are making. Unlike you, they are totally not the target audience as these devices are only good for them to be reviewed over and over again

[@Ken-dm5xt]

Yea I honestly cringe when I hear tech youtubers say: “i don’t know who this is for”, or “it’s still just an iPad, no where as useful as a Mac”, or the worst one “still can’t video edit on this thing” Like seriously, is it not obvious that the target audience is digital artists and paperless writers?

[@IsaacBrown-kk7jx]

so tired of out of touch tech KZbinrs refusing to understand that the iPad is supposed to be an iPad and not a fucking Mac. all these idiots understand is video editing. anything other than that and theyre clueless. god forbid people use an iPad for anything other than video editing. "there's no pro software" my ass

[@Vizible21]

​@@Ken-dm5xti mean for that price? Those things are valid af. You could literally draw from an ipad released 5 yrs ago. I would be on your side if they are both priced relatively close. But it seems like you just wanted someone to kiss Apple's ass. You and the op's bias is so strong your isheep ass is showing.

[@A_Planner_and_a_Dreamer]

@@Ken-dm5xtWell, they’re not wrong about "It’s still just an iPad, no where as useful as a Mac". iPadOS as of far is atrocious and a glorified iPhoneOS but bigger. I don’t own a computer other than the 12.9 iPad Pro pre-M1 model, so let me tell you about my struggles. There are many essential things for me that you cannot do on iPadOS like formatting your own USB drives, flash drives and USB accessories that suddenly stop working after you update the OS, a Files app that is very rudimentary, apps and downloads not running in the background or when the screen is off…etc. Something has to change with the iPad Pro and iPadOS is the biggest stinking culprit. I mean it fulfills its promises as a professional design/art tool for me, but iPadOS lacks professionally in basic OS tasks that my cheap $150 android phone can do. Other than that, I agree with everything else you said.

[@Tonabillity]

I’m old enough to recall the initial release of the iPad and thinking, FINALLY a device selfishly invented just for Artists, NO ONE ELSE! Good ol’ Steve Jobs! 🙌🏾 It was a dream come true for Art Narcissists like me! I rolled my eyes every time KZbinrs called it a toy for not having features that THEY wanted 🙄 LOL my thought was always, “who cares?” Don’t buy it and move on! These things are for ARTISTS and your GRANDMA, who don’t need all the extra crap! I was actually shocked when Apple finally upgraded to a decent filing system. I was having so much fun with the art apps, that I really didn’t really know what I was missing until it arrived. I thought maybe the so-called “regular users“ were right. Perhaps IPads aren’t really all they’re cracked up to be 🧐 But now, with the release of the new Apple Pencil and ZBrush, I’m DOUBING down! If you don’t like iPads, WHO CARES, take a hike! Grab whatever tablet that you DO like from whatever company, and call it a day 🤷🏾

[@yohnetworkx]

So refreshing to see reviewers that really uses the ipad to its potential review the iPad pro instead of other tech reviewers that always says "this is not a pro machine","apple should put macos in the ipad", like they don't get what is the target audience of this product.

[@mozzile8368]

As an artist the 11 inch is also a great option. No overheating and very comfortable when drawing since it’s so light and easy to hold.

[@bad.chickie66]

13 doesn’t overheat either

[@Regantdarcy]

As an artist, I totally agree about the nano texture… not a fan. But unlike you, I always go for the 11” iPad Pro. Not only because I travel a lot, but because it’s just easier to hold when sketching while standing. To me it’s a true tablet. And even when I’m using it on a table, the 11” screen is plenty enough for me. But it’s all good. 👍 Whichever size iPad an artist uses, they’re amazing tools to create on!

[@ergojosh]

You are proof in the pudding - the value I got from your video from an artist perspective was pretty significant beyond the main tech reviewers I've seen. I had no idea they kept the tap feature on the pencil, let alone the fact that you can trigger it from a distance! That also makes it the perfect presentation device for instructors on-site who are projecting their display. I still think they should redesign the old pencil to have these updates, its just so significant. Lots of people who aren't going to buy a new ipad for 3 years would definitely consider upgrading the pen imo. Not sure If I'll skip the M4 entirely, but I'm definitely sticking with my M2. I hope they make apple pencil hover OS-wide like a desktop cursor in WWDC. Now THAT would truly make it a must have feature.

[@pedrocavalcante4939]

Man, I've been waiting eagerly for this! It's hilarious how you made exactly the same points and comments I had thought about while watching non-artist iPad reviewers but couldn't quite put into words hahah

[@verylexish]

Watching this with a bowl of popcorn, drooling over the aesthetic and high quality, while waiting for the art police trickling in, who complain about you don't only use stone powder and a cave wall. Bring it on, people. I'm ready :D

[@AdamDuffArt]

Hehe - enjoy: PS, I’m still laughing about your GF dark souls comment yesterday

[@verylexish]

@@AdamDuffArt Lol, glad you're still having so much fun. I have to say, it's suspiciously quiet ... maybe it's Stardew Valley day. Have a good one and enjoy this fantastic piece of tech :)

[@AdamDuffArt]

Interesting - I happen to be playing Stardew Valley atm

[@verylexish]

@@AdamDuffArt Oh really? Really like it too. It is my cryptonite though, because the inner completionist wants me to collect ERRATHAAANG! It‘s a curse. Just like Story of Seasons. How far in are you? Oh, and will you play Black Myth Wukong and Star Wars Outlaws? We're quite excited for those.

[@imclueless9875]

I ordered the new Ipad Air with the pencil pro the day of their event. So far i cannot be happy enough and working as concept artist professionally with it, i would HIGHLY recommend it to any artists. The Air can do everything the pro can with "mostly" no differences that you will notice in any of your work and if you need more then you can use an actual computer to do the heavy HEAVY lifting. Aside from saving hundreds of dollars the Air can do everything you will ever need it to. The greatest thing out of this whole new line for me personally is the pen, the pen features have been a GAME CHANGER with the haptic feedback and squeeze has been so damn nice to have not only physically but mentally. If you dont want to fork out the full price for the pro, highly suggest going for the new air.

[@sharonb.9128]

Great video. I’ve come to the conclusion that the average “tech reviewer” on KZbin is a very basic individual who rarely had a professional career other than KZbin. They’re not professional journalists, artists, engineers or designers of anything other than KZbin. So they frequently look to each other for content and point of views. It’s an echo chamber. As a viewer it’s always refreshing to hear from artist and other professionals about how THEY use the tech. Great video.

[@CyberneticPhoenix]

I'll be sticking with my M2 iPad Pro then! Thanks for the review/impressions

[@KuroiPK]

The pencil update sounds so good, seems kinda worth upgrading

[@slurp3194]

It’s doesn’t sound great at all. Most artists never use barrel rotation over glorified feature. Now if you use it that’s great. Most pros over the last decade have used Wacom pro pen with no barrel rotation

I just love to see someone that’s really gets who the new iPads and pens is for. I salute you Adam. Always a joy watching your videos 🙏🏻

[@drawwithclawsarturoa.6772]

I'm so glad that apple is taking all this consideration for artist is such a big deal for people that love tech and also art!!! I will get my soon and I can wait to use it.

[@NathanYoungman]

Thanks for the tip about squeeze with an artist grip!

[@rhyrea]

I think the nano vs. glossy decision for artists isn't as straightforward as Adam claimed. Yes, you don't want to double-dip with diffusion by adding a matte cover on top of a matte screen, but not everybody wants the tactile grittyness of a paperlike - some just want a bit more minimalist line stability while drawing and gliding a hand over the screen. For me I much prefer the nanotexture drawing experience so far compared to any screen protector I've ever tried (including paperlike and astropad). The loss to color saturation is also pretty marginal compared to my M2 glossy, and is worth it to have less ambient lighting glare indoors.

[@selvii]

Exactly!

[@bad.chickie66]

I think it’s worth it from what I saw in the store. You can see the image clearly even in sunlight.

[@melgross]

Agreed. Not everyone likes the coarse feel of paper like covers. But that’s his opinion for himself. For example,e, there must be well over a dozen major sets of pencils from major art pencils manufacturers. I’ve found that each of those I’ve used over the years feel somewhat different. I would tend to pick up the ones I like a bit better, mist of the time. But other people will prefer the ones I like least. That’s why all of these companies exist.

[@slurp3194]

Most artists would prefer a texture he wasn’t wrong there your the 1 percent apparently. It’s hard to draw on a smooth screen

[@brotherurth1625]

Kudos my friend, at last a review by someone who actively uses both the pencil and the tablet professionally. You’re the first one to actually tell me everything I needed to know. Thank you

[@thewelshlink]

Mate your content presentation is just stellar. Love the little touches like the red and green blip when you’re talking about the pencil clicks. A joy to watch.

[@mientobean3284]

Phenomenal review. I am by no means a professional artist. I just got into digital artwork a year or so ago, but I plan on making it a hobby again. This is my first ever iPad and I am so glad I picked it up. Thank you for this!

[@ricardoa32]

This is the review I’ve been looking for!

[@LOUDERthanU]

Waited and waited and finally upgraded my 2018 Pro to a “base” model M4 Pro. Yes its pricey but i spend most of my time on my ipad. Can’t wait for the Procreate update. I’ve enrolled into a Udemy course and am feeling quite inspired to improve my digital art and get creative. Your content and presentation style is much appreciated.

[@latindancelessons]

Awesome review! How does the M4 iPad fit in the Darkboard? I'm curious if the thinness might affect the fit.This is one thing I haven't heard anyone mention yet

[@OhDontMindMee]

I love how you’re calling out the other techs and they really don’t speak from our demographic. I was waiting for your review the second I saw the keynote !!! You have so many years of expertise and I trust you know how ideal the features are on this new iPad Pro.16:25 I enjoy the visuals you always add throughout your videos so certain things make sense to us. Some things can’t be well explained and it’s better understood with a visual they way you do

[@ChantelleArts]

This is fascinating, I love your reviews, you make them so accessible ☺☺

[@alfe_laga]

Great video! The pencil breakdown/features portion was VERY helpful

[@TheBlueRose10]

Thank you for the review. I am using an iPad Pro 2019 and am thinking of upgrading it.

[@Paul_Crosbie]

Awesome down to earth review from somebody who knows what they are talking about. Just what I was after! Many thanks.....

[@viniciuspaolini4007]

Man, you're like a lemon pie. While having the acidity of the arguments to pull me back to the ground, you also have the sweet aftertaste of a caring person and all really well presented with design and animation features spreaded all over as the meringue. The humor is the crust for texture. Love your content!

[@AdamDuffArt]

That is a very lovely analogy - well said :)

[@timz9862]

I received mine last Thursday to replace my M1 iPad Pro. It's much smoother for drawing at a high resolution in Procreate and the pencil is a nice update. The haptics actually makes the pencil double-tap to switch between brush and eraser useful. I was always hitting it by accident before and not knowing that I switched between them. I ended up disabling double-tap, but now turned it back on because I can actually feel when it switches. Also, I recommend smooth glass and no screen protector, but that's just my preference.

[@RirtyDascal]

I can still appreciate Samsung including the S Pen in the box with their Tab S9 series. I have both now, so I’m about to find out how well the Apple Pencil Pro can compete. Pencil just got here though, so it’s charging while I watch this video.

[@Scribbly_Chi_10]

Really wanna upgrade to this from my 6th gen ipad. What are your opinions on ipad air 13 inch, for me personally, the only thing bothering me is the difference in display, otherwise i guess air is perfect value for money.

[@DeamonSun]

Nice review Adam. What do you do with your old ipads and pencils?

[@zackaerith1872]

Thanks for the video. Very on point on the pros from artist perspective. Will be getting the M4 iPad.

[@baviera7384]

Reviews always on point, it’s very usefull to know your view as a professional artist, it definitely has saved me on choosing a new tablet, thanks

[@Basagazel]

I got the studio display 2 days ago and o f love it.

[@pedrocavalcante4939]

HELL YEAH let's go!

[@chibibble]

That point you made about longevity is absolutely true. I’ve been using the same 2017 iPad Pro for my professional art until now, and I’m only considering a new device due to storage space issues that I keep running into (I made the mistake of getting 64GB and it’s filled up multiple times due to how much art I make). I want to get the latest iPad Pro so it’ll last me even longer than my current one, this time I’m investing in at least a 1TB, if not the 2TB. This video was extremely helpful in helping me make my decision, thank you!

[@wretchedworm]

how essential is the apple pencil pro's barrel roll do u think? is it as necessary as hover? i have a m2 and i'm not sure if i should upgrade

[@brandondelgado7731]

I wonder what you think of the M2 air 12.9” if you can’t afford the M4 pro. vs the M2 pro

[@ridleyderune1491]

As a digital art student who wants to do most of my uni work on this iPad, this review was incredibleee. I was worried what Photoshop would be like and how it would be drawing on the iPad while utilizing the Magic Keyboard, and you commented on both of those areas. Thank you so much, this has sold me ☺☺

[@FrancoGomezArt]

Awesome. As a tattoo artist but a long time digital artist I’m very excited to see how zbrush performs on the ipad

[@AdamDuffArt]

I’m confident it’ll be awesome

[@maosamoelaabraham5012]

Always a pleasure to watch your video Sir!!!!!

[@westsidelove9012]

Great video, and thanks for sharing! Professional artist here as well. As an alternative to the M4 Pro people should seriously look at the M2 Ipad Air with Apple Pencil Pro support. M2 is plenty powerful for most users. The new pencil is a game changer IMO, but an OLED display is a nice to have not necessarily a must have. Our team upgraded to 2 of the new Airs as opposed to a previous generation of Ipad Pro. So far very stoked, just patiently waiting for Adobe Fresco and Procreate to release their updates!🤙 Happy drawing!

[@carlabudephane7486]

I'm new to your work and I just wondered what size your images are when working? I've started working with higher resolutions recently and only having ten layers available in Procreate is proving to be a real pain to workaround. I'm struggling with the cost of the 1Tb iPad 13. Contrary to so many folks out there I am overjoyed with the thin and lighter design; I work usually holding my iPad in one hand and for years I've wished it was lighter and easier to handle. But going for the 16Gb is troubling me! I do hope that Apple sometime soon decides to charge fairer prices for their RAM and ssd upgrades. Thanks.

[@dallas88b]

Great video thank you. Informative and Entertaining both. I ordered the M4 11 iPad just yesterday. Like you I decided to trade in my old iPad, a 1st Generation iPad Pro which has served me well. Really looking forward to the new iPad, the great tandem OLED screen and the new pencil (what terrific technology).

[@user-go2bj1lt5r]

thanks for this review u help me to decide ! great video !

[@ArtNeticField]

I like this guy!! So refreshing!!

[@OdoKadachi]

Thanks for another awesome review Adam, I was just left confused as someone who is buying their first ipad, if the one most suitable for digital painting would be the 11 inch or 13 inch model, Im currently aiming for the ipad air m2 256gb

[@-__SaviraNanditaPutri]

will you ever try the new Wacom Moveink 13?? i like your way of reviewing haha, so wishing for the Wacom Moveink 13 review or maybe just your thought about it

[@user-wm2hw5bu5q]

I've got the 11' pro and pencil pro two days ago, my first ipad and first time in procreate. While the FEELING is still better on my cintiq in regards to screen and stylus ipad is suprisingly better and more comfortable in every other aspect. I'll look into a paperlike screen protector maybe then it could beat out the cintiq. It's expensive but I'm quite pleased to have it with these amazing specs for years to come - def worth it, the pro at least, I wouldn't pay the money for the air and it's 60Hz LED

[@alzamonart]

I've been waiting for the new iPads to finally upgrade my 2019 one. Yes, not cheap by any means but if you're the type who counts on a straight 5-6 year run, at least, off Apple hardware -- then the ROI improves dramatically. And right now is the best time to do such an investment.

[@user-wm2hw5bu5q]

@@alzamonart I'm glad to hear it, I'm very much the type of person who likes to keep my tech for years

[@samvanvugt5145]

The grippy screen protector was a game changer for me. Without it, I LOATHED drawing on the iPad. The feeling of the pencil on glass set my teeth on edge. Since adding a PenTips Mat (kind of like the paperlike), I've loved drawing on my iPad and prefer it over my Wacom. It really is such a difference.

[@Hyp3r10n.]

I specifically waited for this review. I saw so many other reviews from non-artists that just didn't understand so many features. Your review is excellent and really helped me in deciding that this will be the first iPad I finally invest in. Also, I know you're not a huge fan of Procreate but when you select a drawing tool in Procreate, it casts a shadow on the screen in the form of that tool. For example, the ink pen's shadow looks like an ink pen, and when you rotate the Apple Pencil Pro, the shadow rotates with it. Totally not necessary but cool nonetheless. Thank you!

[@MattEstrela]

Hey Adam, can i ask you for some recommendations on tablets for art? even tho i already made some research, im still not sure which brand should i go for. (im from a third world country and that stuff is really expensive here. so im scared of buying something that i might regret later)

[@estikazzi9818]

really thanks Adam for this review.... i stay with ipad pro 2018....When I have the money I think I'll opt for the upgrade😍

[@tigerfog_scypher]

I love your review! The editing was point on and the suggestions would've been very useful had I not already jumped on the M4 bandwagon. As an artist, I was starting to get FOMO from not choosing the nano-texture option, but you're one of the first artists who explained in detail how, from an artist's point of view, how the nano-texture can influence our work.

[@artenajune]

As an animator, what was your impressions of the iPad while doing animations? Especially heavier ones?

[@iloveYahuah]

Bruh, I love your art

[@naircat]

Could the nano-texture glass possibly create more friction with the apple pencil, giving a kind of "premium paperlike" experience when used without any additional screen protectors?

[@jimhestermanphotography]

Thanks for the info! I just bought an iPad Pro m4 and am considering buying the pencil. My specific use case is retouching photos and replacing my old wacom tablet that I need to plug in each time. If I use iPad with side car with mac, I'm thinking it could totally replace the wacom.

[@jimhestermanphotography]

dodging and burning specifically... thought I should clarify.

[@mattpipes5106]

Great review! I’m saving up for a new iPad… I have a 2018 now that still works for me… Artstudio pro you say… I will have to check that out!

[@paulssloss3968]

Thanks for your lengthy section on the Apple Pencil Pro -- especially the grip positions and the squeeze feature. Everyone else just covered the basics with a few scribbled lines. It's been hard to get a good review of the pencil pro, but your review and the review from Bardot Brush has really opened my eyes on the functionality that squeeze and barrel roll bring. Barrel roll is particularly useful for the painting style I prefer (similar to a square edged oil painting brush) which is really tedious to achieve on older stylus combos. I haven't upgraded my Wacom Cintiq for many years, so I don't know how the roll feature works there. Anyway kudos to your great artist-centric reviews.

[@DrawingSources-wm9zu]

which is a better option new Ipad Air 13 inch or Ipad Pro 2022?

[@anton13nerd]

hi! what app did you use to draw in the video?

[@Amakersmindchannel]

Regarding using an iPad as more traditional pen input device, I’d love to know your thoughts on the Astropad Slate app.

[@dylanomara4575]

Saving to watch later cool guy vibes

[@loghomemaintenance]

I got the 13” in nano texture and 11” in standard and I think it’s the perfect combo. The nano texture is the coolest thing out of apple in the past couple years.

[@lassebjrkmo5498]

Would you reccomend getting a 11 inch m4 pro or a 13 inch m2 pro? if you had to choose between them. is the screen size or the pencil pro more important/nice to have?

[@AdamDuffArt]

For artwork - always go for the bigger option

[@lassebjrkmo5498]

@@AdamDuffArt alright. Ill have to see if I can squeeze the 13 inch m4 into the budget or if ill go for a 13 inch m2

[@calvinderuiter2033]

Best review I’ve seen touched all the bases with the exception of battery life on the pencil or ipad that said might be time to replace this M1 ipad

[@MerlinKapur]

What Size do you prefer when it comes to drawing on the iPad Pro M4 ? 11 or 13 ?

[@williammclean6594]

He mentioned it before. If there was a 16-in version he would go with that. The bigger the better. Bigger is always better when it comes to tablets because the apps shrink the screen and you have less room to draw

[@mark.paterson]

Does Apple Pencil Hover work on Sidecar in Photoshop on the Mac? ie, like with a Cintiq where you can see your tool under the cursor before you press down on the tip?

[@nathanbirchall6941]

As an artist, one of the other cool features of the Pencil Pro is the barrel rotation feature that was only previously seen on the Wacom Art Pen released years ago and only usable with certain Wacom tablets. Being able to rotate brushes live and experiment with the marks we can make without changing the brush or opening a menu is fantastic.

[@kacpersqb]

What do you use for screen protection?

[@piyushchoudhary007]

What should I buy 13 inch ipad air m2 or ipad pro 11 inch m4 for digital art and animation???? Does 11 inch ipad pro feels small when drawing???? Pls reply

[@AdamDuffArt]

Definitely the 13” M2 - bigger + hover is the best option for artists

[@seraphimdunaway8084]

Cheers!

[@wolfeyez]

Sidecar is working better with the usb cable connected to the mac. Stable connection and all. What I am wondering though, do all the pen stuff work over sidecar. Hover and all? I am wondering if I update my old ipad pro, or get one of the new wacom tablets, like wacom movink. I know the price difference is huge. Not talking about price :)

[@redheadedhwnerd]

Squeeze feature is feeling good. Hoping to get a 'double squeeze' setting in Procreate, similar to double clicking a mouse.

[@Thesamurai1999]

Waaaiiit, can you connect the keyboard to the drawing app?????!!!? Is this possible for Procreate as well or is it only in that app you use? :d That’s a game changer!

[@AdamDuffArt]

Absolutely - just pair any Bluetooth keyboard to your iPad and you’re good to go

[@ChathuraImbulagoda]

You're hilarious! I love your videos, so I just gave you a sub. looking forward for more content.

[@alfredmanzano680]

Appreciate all the coverage! Was a bit bummed when you mentioned using it via sidecar for photoshop wasn’t that great of an experience. That’s exactly what I was hoping M4 would be able to do nicely. Thanks again for your review!

[@AdamDuffArt]

It isn’t bad at all - Experiment with it if you can, it seems pretty reliable

[@alfredmanzano680]

@@AdamDuffArt will do! Thank you

[@Mrus-jo1rh]

Spectacular video. Mahalo

[@youraverageyoutubeenjoyer]

I’m absolutely loving this review even though I’m only 1/3 in. 😂 It’s so perfect.

[@Everyday-man]

The " omg look how thin this" is made me laugh, haha! Subscribed 😅

[@AchakBrooks]

I am trying to figure out if I should keep mine. I got the M4 13" 1TB but I am seriously thinking to return it, I still have the 1TB 2018 12.9" (+keyboard) version and it feels fine. The 2018 ram limitation for 3d sculpting, about 3-4x speed with Davinci video transcode (smoother playback) are the only things that seem valuable but the mac/pc/server are always there if needed. There is so much with the M4 thats great, the apps are there, the screen quality is a nice bump, the ram is a nice bump, the pencils feedback system is a nice bump, reduced lag time with the pen and the TB connectivity (ie extra monitor, HUB, extrenal NVME, 10GBE), neural/ML based use cases but it all still feels incremental even compared to the 2018 version. More value in buying a macbook (or using old iMacPro) and using the old 2018 through sidecar with them. I don't know, I think its going back if I can't convince myself of the value gained?

[@williammclean6594]

I mean if Adam is a professional artist, he probably has the money to spend on the maxed out version and he doesn't even do it. So that's tells you something. That you're not really seeing much of a difference in performance. You might as well just get the base model and hook up an SSD

[@EveInTheMachine]

I know you've walked your initial statement back somewhat but I think that you're right about the nano texture. As someone who also work in multiple mediums, that color accuracy is much, much more important to me. If I want texture while drawing I can always get a magnetic screen protector. Also does anyone have experience using Affinity software on iPads?

[@mikz8694]

storage size recommended for artist?

[@enderjacket6384]

Has adam tried Clip Studio Paint on Ipad? Its basically full photoshop aswell

[@AdamDuffArt]

I have but I’m honestly not a huge fan of it - that said, many of my students love it

[@paolaanimator]

Thank you so much for this review. I’ve decided it’s better to get the standard screen over nano-texture because I prefer the double OLED colors. I can just put on a magnetic screen protector for drawing and then remove it when I’m not drawing and I want to do other things like media consumption. I already hold on to my tech devices for a long time because tech isn’t cheap (for me it’s usually 6+ years). I’m planning on getting this iPad M4 and will be holding on to it for many years. I do animation and 3D work so I will opt for the higher storage for the higher RAM for animation and 3D modeling workflow on the iPad just in case. 1 and 2TB options have more RAM, which may be good for being able to do more layers/tracks for animation, higher resolution for drawing and being able to achieve more details on a 3D model (aka more polygons).

[@football_prediction]

BEST REVIEWER EVER FOR AN IPAD🎉🎉🎉

[@jorgelulic1]

Nano texture screen finally!!❤

[@DragonthornX]

Thanks for the review! Best review I’ve seen as an artist. Looks like I’ll just get the prev gen M2 pro since it has great value right now. Sucks that the pencil pro doesn’t work with previous gens. That really sucks.

[@williammclean6594]

Thanks. I was considering the Nano texture but I like a paper textured screen protector. And from what I've heard, the texture on the Nano is kind of gummy. It gives resistance but it doesn't have any texture. 50% of the artists that have tried it didn't like it and the other ones liked it so it's hard to tell it's a preference thing.

[@kevindouglas8879]

I’m definitely in just the artist hobbyist camp but love your reviews. Been waiting to upgrade my 2018 pro and although I don’t neeeeeeed anything in the m4 pros other than a higher base storage I think it’s finally time. But I’m still waiting on Zugu to make their new cases and to see if the new iOS update brings anything crazy that would warrant the higher ram in the 1tb version.

[@karlokobescak296]

Hy, casual drafter and future Tattoo artist here! (Drawing almost every day) I´m thinking about upgrading to m4 (Currently owning an 2018 iPad pro). Would you say it is a huge leap between those two regarding technology and worth upgrading? If yes, should I go with 1 TB option? (Cuz i´d be using it for the next 5 years or so.) I don´t wanna spend money on something that has only some minor tweaks changes where I´m not gonna notice a difference at all...

[@AdamDuffArt]

I do t think that 1TB is necessary - I generally use iCloud and you can always connect an external USB-C drive if you need, Apple overcharges for their memory As for performance, for my work, the M2 with hover is essential, but if you focus primarily on line art then it might not be as important The 2018 might do the job just fine - I’d only upgrade if it’s not a reliable enough iPad for your current needs

[@karlokobescak296]

@@AdamDuffArt First of all, thank you for the fast response and a very usefull info. Okay, I think my iPad is still reliable for the amount of work I do so I`m not going to upgrade just yet. Thank you one more time and have a nice day!

[@halogear9993]

lets go

[@SamIRIZARRY84]

Dang I already got the m4 and you just sold me on it again 😆

[@_JoyceArt]

Hmm, I have the 2nd gen pencil, and the double tap even works when I hold it between my back.

[@3polygons]

Kudos on the commentary about the color pick by pressing the pencil (and the - potential- double function with a hold.. I typically set the undo in the upper button of my Wacom, alt+LMB in the lower for color picking). I was wondering about that when this new tech just showed up recently, but even artists-youtubers hadn't touched on this (pun maybe intended). And yes, it's one of the things I see breaking my flow in tablets (I use a Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE, but used a standard ipad before), specially compared to my desktop setup (Windows) and a mere Wacom, where color picking while painting is flawless and pure muscle memory, now.

[@Simone-Genevieve]

Was this the 13” or 11” iPad?

[@omaior20]

im waiting for 14 inch size or bigger ipad.

[@emilyweston460]

Apple please 🙏

[@AdamDuffArt]

Bigger is definitely better, but if they do make a bigger one, then at least go 16”

[@DaveCummings76]

I love my M2 iPad Pro and intend on keeping it. However l am highly tempted to get one of the Airs just to use the Apple Pencil Pro

[@AdamDuffArt]

I wouldn’t upgrade for that alone honestly - the M2 iPad Pro is awesome and has all the NEEDED functionality

[@DaveCummings76]

@@AdamDuffArt very true. I mean, IIRC, the only stylus I’ve ever seen support rotation before this was the Wacom Art Pen and they haven’t made that for a looooooong time. I’ve never used one with rotation and honestly don’t know what of my go to brushes would actually benefit from that

[@DaveCummings76]

Thanks to hover on my M2 Pro, I was able to see the brush stamp in an app like Procreate and changing the hand position, I can fake what it would look like with rotation and there’s so few brushes that I could take advantage of it

[@MilkoMilkovicz]

I agree that Apple products are top-notch in the industry, but is it a problem if I use a computer with Windows? Apple products have been economically out of reach for me. For example, I have also found programs like Krita and Medibang to be very effective, and I work well with them. I also use CSP, but is it essential to own an Apple OS and Apple products? Are they crucial for work? Thank you for your response.

[@De_Gecko]

My (M2) Ipad Pro is the only Apple Product i have, i think it depends a lot on what u wanna do daily with it. For Data transfer between PC, IPad and Android Phone i use Google Drive. The only files i share are Pictures that i drew (in Procreate) so thats no Problem at all. CSP btw is on Ipad aswell.