Apple iPad Air 2020 - A TRUE User Review & Upgrade Story

[@JakeBloodless]

This one is the real quality review that I loved watching. No fancy pumping music, etc. ... Feels like I came over to my friends house and just talked to him.

[@hangryparanoyd]

Apple tablets, for me, are the only Apple devices I would consider buying for myself.

[@noleftturnunstoned]

Mac Book air is faster and just as expensive when you factor in that expensive keyboard case he is using. The M1 chips are amazing.

[@kcguitar9307]

@@noleftturnunstoned iPad Air + Smart Keyboard is actually a great combination and cheaper than the MacBook Air I bought the iPad mainly because of the form factor lol....yes kinda kinda kinda stupid

[@Felix-wh8pz]

Dung roi

[@jackb824]

Same here buddy. I know that the new MacBooks look really promising but I am still a windows guy. I currently use an iPhone but do intend to switch over to android when the time comes to upgrade. Currently typing this on my iPad Air which i love

[@dadjake]

Same. That, an Apple TV, and the AirPods pro are my only products from Apple. They're good, work with Android, and they're all things (imo), where Apple has a lead in the segment. Everythign else..? Android, Windows, Linux, etc.

[@Kash00]

I like how this guy speaks. So calm and nice to listen to.

[@kvendy]

The I iPad already replaced my laptop years ago. I'm using my Desktop for heavy 3D programs doesn't exist on the iPads and run poorly on thin laptops. iPad in general is a good device to get the job done if know how to use it.

[@Micksoffthings]

I leave this under every video I watched, it helps the algorithm.

[@TheB1nary]

Got one coming tomorrow - this review was the tipping point!

[@dombieapocalypse]

I also switched from the 2017 10.5inch iPadPro to the new iPad Air. Don't regret it. I only ever notice the difference in the refresh rates when I scroll on both tablets at the same time, side by side.

[@maRjee14]

You have a very soothing voice. Almost like listening to a friend give his 2 cents on his new device. Thank you.

[@Rudyok0001]

"binge watching Suits on netflix"... I feel that bro

[@TarisRedwing]

I have a 2019 iPad Air gen 3 and I couldn't imagine not having it it does everything and a more affordable price then the pro model. One thing is for sure I'm totally diggin Apple going back to the iPhone 4 boxy shape. It was my fav design and makes their devices look good and professional. The Apple Pencil from the pro being brought to the Air is the best and glad it made its way finally to the Air.

[@Jojaje-124]

Just a little correction: The Air does not have quad speakers. It's only a two speaker setup

[@omaid05]

Its louder then some Bluetooth speakers

[@Jojaje-124]

@@omaid05 that's true

[@poedameron8160]

@@omaid05 well I guess you have some shitty bluetooth speakers then

[@kcguitar9307]

@@poedameron8160 don’t know about that but what I do know is that the air speakers are shit good

[@firdaushbhadha2597]

@5:25 I would argue that the writing and scripting use cases are exactly what the 120hz is for: Scrolling Text without blur.

[@IreshSenadeera]

On a iPad gaiming is a side benifit of the 120hz screen. On the home screen, scroling through web pages or through a Twitter feed is where the 1w0hz On a iPad gaiming is a side benifit of the 120hz screen. On the home screen, scroling through web pages or through a Twitter feed is where the 120hz shines and most useful.

[@IhsanAmin]

Eber's got that techwear down good. Love the aesthetic

[@samiraiqbal4333]

9:53 “the Apple Pencil magnetically snaps on to the air” sounds funny when you think about it.

[@FlorinRusu]

4:20 OnePlus USB-C red cable, of course.

[@chones_]

I bought an iPad Air before thanksgiving in the US and love it. I was coming from a 5th gen iPad I wanted to give to my teenage nephew. We’re both happy. I mostly just use it to browse the web or watch Netflix so it serves my purposes wonderfully. Getting used to the fingerprint scanner in the button does take getting used to but added screen real estate is worth it.

[@pakib5836]

This is the first video I’ ve watched from this channel. WOW It’s everything I have to say.

[@jocortazar]

Your video just blow my mind! congrats! Thank to you i decided to get an ipad air 4 instead of the m1 ipad pro!

[@Myaa.G]

The new iPad Air is my first apple tablet , the only other tablet was the kindle fire which I loved at the time and I was contemplating on getting an iPad or the new kindle but decided on the iPad and I love it so much and I’m so glad I bought it, at first I didn’t think it’ll be worth it to buy an iPad cause I thought it was just some giant version of the iPhone but ever since I got my iPad I’ve been on it the entire time

[@rep10101]

Great review

[@tarfeef_4268]

Note: there are 1.5 faster USB protocols than 10gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2 x 2 is 20gbps USB4 is the ".5" cause it's basically just thunderbolt 3, and is substantially different and new enough that I won't count it as a full thing. but 3.2 gen 2 x 2 is a very real (if terribly named) iteration of USB which is over 10gbps

[@corgikun2579]

5:19 not only for gaming, if you're interested in professional illustration the higher refresh rate of the iPad Pro is much better.

[@jlnprssnr]

Was gonna say, main benefit is when writing/drawing with the pencil

[@boontarin]

I also didn't have any plan to upgrade from iPad Pro 10.5 since it does have 3.5 mm jack and TouchID. Having just a minor issue with how it charges Apple Pencil. Until iPad Air 4 was released, and I knew this is gonna replace my Pro 10.5. Oh, and my Pro 10.5 just started to develop the bright spot in the middle of the screen. Oh! And you are wrong at 6:00, Air 4 does have only dual speakers not quad.

[@MOONLIGHTbt]

How long its take to charge from 5 percent to 100 percent? Mine took two hours and twenty two minutes, is it normal? I have ipad air 4 gen

[@sabinadougherty919]

I have an iPad 6th generation with 128gb I’m looking to upgrade now. I’m confused by most everything I watch on KZbin.. I always research before I buy. So I appreciate the honest review you gave and you brought me back down to earth.. I was leaning towards the iPad air 4 but then was tempted to look at iPad 11 and iPad pros for which I have no money since I’m retired and my social security is less than $700 month. So thank you.

[@georgechristodoulou919]

I love those reviews from Eber! They seem soooo smooth and viewer friendly !

[@clashforpeace7696]

5:57 Actually, the iPad Air only has two speakers. It is not a quad speaker setup.

[@irfarf201]

yeah, this. It almost make my heart sunk when mine arrived and I tested the speaker to hear it only blows sound out of two grills

[@leyahakam8599]

Thank you for your honesty and the quality of the review, no music, no jumping to other subjects. feeling great to finish this video without getting bored.

[@yana_rss]

my broke ass heart literally broke at 9:31 when the ipad hit the counter

[@KanwarAnand]

haha shocking how i saw this comment at 9:31 exact

[@marwakashefi5668]

@@KanwarAnand lolllll

[@catwrangler420]

I just got my iPad air yesterday. Thanks for the timely review!

[@HardwareCanucks]

Thanks!

[@rmoalxa]

Dylan is it good....

[@epiccturtle592]

Well no then.

[@catwrangler420]

@@rmoalxa Yes id say it's worth the money over the base model if you are a power user.

[@charliemountford]

I recently got the iPad Air and it is so good

[@pavan20100611]

I am amazed how clean, concise, simplistic this video is. I have an iPad Pro 9.7” and been thinking if I should go for another iPad Pro or iPad Air 4 will do the job(Job= eMails, Netflix, KZbin, Web browsing, banking, Social Media .. Normal day today job and not any PRO tasks). Made up my mind and will stick with iPad Air 4. Cheers for this awesome video mate. Subscribed.

[@phelpsashwin]

Your reviews are getting better and better every uplaod. keep up the great work mate

[@KanwarAnand]

What i really wanna know is if this ipad is as reflective as the ipad 8th generation? the latter is so reflective it ruins the experience.

[@gammatech4476]

O M G !!! How do you get such a good audio quality in such empty room!!! 😱😱😱😱😱

[@adamburke4738]

I have ordered an iPad Air 2020 and it's my first iPad EVER!!! I'm pretty excited about it to be honest.

[@Bart-zc2vs]

U like it so far?

[@adamburke4738]

@@Bart-zc2vs Loving it

[@artthatsnice8817]

I actually got the air and love it so much

[@Muhammed.Yaseen]

Absolutely love your aesthetics! Subbed! And your lighting is just phenomenal!

[@huplim]

❤️ Eber’s reviews!

[@im4ch3t3dimachete5]

Upgraded from iPad 6 and I’m totally blown away by the hardware and experience 🔥🔥🔥 Awesome review 👍

[@Kappaballs]

Same (I’m a bit late)

[@alsimplicio]

I also have the iPad Pro 9.7'...and I moved to the iPad Air 2020, after watching your video...so, THANK YOU!!

[@MarcoGPUtuber]

What a weird looking PC. Where do I install the graphics card for ultra GAMING FPS?

[@TejDhr]

1:39 @MKBHD u seeing this?

[@cojo51]

I just upgraded from the first iPad Pro to the iPad Air myself and my job got me the magic keyboard. I gotta say... it’s really good. I hope to get the Apple Pencil soon. I echo everything you said in this video. This is a really capable device!

[@lucthibodeau1550]

Can you please make a review on the Beyerdynanics TYGR 300 R

[@anuponch7135]

I am using iPad Air 2 2015 model, Since 2015. I would really like to get a try with 2020 iPad Air, due to it so much upgrade in hardware.

[@mariacheska9166]

The speakers of iPad Air 4 is 2? Not 4 right?

[@ankitkasi5595]

I bought the air last month after using the iPad 2 since 2011, and when I turn on that old one I cannot believe I was using a device with bezels that insanely massive, for 9 years without ever realising... oh and the massive jump in resolution and speed is amazing too XD

[@rmoalxa]

Is the air Good?

[@christofferrsnes9508]

These shots are amazing Eber!!

[@redknight4458]

hi thank you for the review and wonderful video, is it ok to buy the iPad air now? in March 2021

[@redcrowcrow3929]

Please do a comparison between ipad air and ipad pro 11inch which is better then 120hz whats the difference ?

[@MrMarky5575]

I just got mine I love it

[@WarriorsPhoto]

Ebert, congratulations on finding the joys of using an iPad. I have also done the same with my iPad. It's what I carry everywhere and do most of my work on. Including write this comment. What did you do with the old iPad Pro?

[@jayjays401]

Thanks very much for the review. I am in the exactly same situation, using the 2017 iPad Pro and wondering which one to upgrade, the 2020 Pro or iPad Air 4.

[@dputd]

Very interesting walk through on how to get best out the iPad Air. Thank you very much guys!!

[@jeremybarber2837]

Man, you answered so many of my questions. Thank you!

[@arthurmorago1680]

I’m so glad that I decided to the Apple AIR 4! It’s so much better than a regular IPad

[@med7at10]

4:54 did u say LED ?

[@traceysmith311]

Great video. I recently bought the ipad air 4 to help me with taking notes and reading digital text books for grad school and I love it. It's my first ipad to actually own, although as an educator I've had them in my classroom for years...but this new one just blows the older models out of the water. I also own a Microsoft Surface Pro and Surface laptop and I find myself reaching for the ipad now exclusively for handwritten note taking (of which I do a lot). I'm not totally in love with it for using apps like MS word but it's good for banging out a quick draft or a grad school writing assignment and then I jump on my laptop or surface pro to do the final editing. and I'm still constantly learning more and more things it can do that I was not aware of.

[@samstruyven2299]

Great review thanks!

[@Isengardtom]

Nice video

[@augustbiernbaum4841]

I'll be honest, the first time I watched a Hardware Canucks vid with Eber, it felt wrong, as I was so used to Dmitri, but now, I almost prefer him. Great video.

[@keithbryancwong1837]

Have the iPad Air 4 as well. Still needs quite a bit of improvements on the software side. When attached to an ultra wide monitor, resolution does not scale properly and u get a stretched image. For some websites, web browser forms with drop down menus do not work properly and I have to go back to using a laptop/ desktop. File system management has quite a few quirks and have to relearn how to do things or learn workarounds. It’s a nice supplementary device, but hard to recommend as anyone’s only computer.

[@WidePhotographs]

is the Apple Pencil Gen 1 worth buying? I have the iPad Air 3. Also, has there been known issues of the pencil scratching the screen? I do not use a screen protector on my iPad.

[@luiz-seigo]

Really considering the change

[@augustboyd8458]

So I’m planning on getting an iPad Air 4 for college next year but where I’m split it if I should get the magic keyboard or the smart portfolio

[@tytycon]

I bought an iPad Air 2020. It’s my second iPad ever, my first being the iPad 1on launch day. I was enticed by the pencil, and I was interested in trying iOS or I guess iPadOS since I left the ecosystem more than 5 years ago. So far I’m liking it!

[@GreeceExplored]

I switched from a laptop to the IPad Pro in March. It puts a smile on my face every time I use it, and completely agree with every comment you make. Amazing piece of kit, and for an average user like me, better than any laptop, with flexibility to be my laptop, media consumption device and travel companion. I still have a desktop, but I like to game :)

[@braydennturner]

Sooo 21:9 intro but locked in a 16:9 container?

[@Dan-bi9od]

Does only wifi give a longer battery life than wifi + cellular ?

[@Fmshamim66]

Myself is using...GREAT device. My Mac is less used now a days.

[@wildmangeorgesrcchannel6916]

I have a base model gen 6 iPad. I’m currently in the market for somthing with more storage I’m wanting to go for long walks every day this year I have a bet to win by January 1st 2022. I’m trying to decide between a 250g iPod gen 7 and the iPad gen 8 150gig or the iPad Air 64 gig. I also want a s,aller flight screen for my drones so I think iPod is coming first then I’ll upgrade to a better iPad than my current gen 6 iPad

[@richardhsu]

Nice review. Thank you for the care and detail you put into the video. It makes it a pleasure to watch, and listen and the information comes in a way that we can understand and remember. I have the first gen Apple Pencil but I don't charge it directly on the iPad. The 1st gen Apple Pencil comes with a tiny adapter that lets me charge it with iPad/iPhone wall charger. Logitech Crayon is so much better for charging (and has a power off) but it doesn't work on my old iPad Pro. Till last year (iOS 14), there was no way to tell the battery level of the Pencil so we often had no charge when we tried to use it, and that discouraged use, so we kind of forgot about it till 2020 when my daughter started doing school from home. We got into the habit of charging it overnight because the Pencil made doing home work very easy. So there is a simple solution but requires *some* human effort. Other than charging, the Pencil is very close to a real pen in use. It works very well. My 9 year old also uses the Pencil to draw, and colour with the Paper app. That app is magic!

[@josephstar1883]

What is the 10% that ipad air doesn't have? That you would rely on a computer instead?

[@moseslai7083]

Love your videos!

[@laurendilaurentis6467]

Did you get the 64 GB or 256 GB?

[@justinross9833]

THANK YOU! This is the usage review I've been looking for! I'm subbing, damnit~

[@brianwoodcox9878]

This is an excellent overview, but I admittedly disagree with your opinion on ProMotion. I find myself gravitating toward my iPad Pro for everything I do, despite having plenty of other devices capable of doing them, because of it. Even just swiping between Home Screens feels much better.

[@wyw201]

Thanks to your review, bought the iPad and a Bluetooth mechanical keyboard. Completely replaced my laptop for work. Can even Citrix into my windows desktop!

[@biglebowsky1988]

just wondering if 64gb is enough for normal use

[@nightstar451]

I had the same process (upgrading from the 9.7 pro to the Air 4). So far it has been amazing and I've only had it for about 3 weeks. Don't anticipate that changing anytime soon.

[@szigetiszabolcs9640]

And what are your first thoughts? Difference between the two display, speaker?

[@THEFIRE360]

I got the ipad pro 10.5 been definitely looking at this ipad air. But I also want to wait till the next pro refresh before I buy anything. although the Air is really tempting

[@tsmart727]

Such a nice gentleman I'm going to get an Ipad Air 4th generation.

[@aravindsenthil5444]

Can I get the link for wallpaper

[@sunil198925]

Got this last month as an upgrade to the last gen ipad pro 10.9" with apple store credit after exchanging it. Gotta say, this thing is fast and one the best personal media consumption device

[@caicarter9151]

Do i still have the senheiser pc37x if so how are they holding up

[@chinmayasahoo4603]

is there any backlight bleeding issue in ipad air 4 ( at 100 % brightness, black image,dark room)as in forum most of the users have been facing this ..kindly let me know if you have

[@babyboy1971]

Really having a hard time deciding between an iPad Air (4) 64gb with the magic keyboard and pencil or the new Pro 11” and wait/save for the extras. Wait for it to ship and wait for the pencil and keyboard as I save for a few months to get those accessories. Or get the 64gb air. My budget is tight, but I’ll get the education discount. The difference between the 256 air and 128 pro is like $50. But the 64 air would give me room for those necessary accessories and no waiting. I sold my MacBook Air laptop to make this happen. I have a desktop iMac I rarely use. Main use for iPad will be writing papers, web browsing, email, bit of zoom, media consumption and streaming, reading, editing photos, note taking and light drawing. It will be my first iPad in many years and I’m really excited. What would you do? Spend my money! lol.

[@Roysphotos8]

Does anyone know if you can create render HDRS, in lighroom for ipad?

[@binodynamic]

Easily the most helpful review for people searching for a new iPad or wanting to upgrade from an older model

[@akshayjacob6626]

Such a great review 👍

[@redladybug9180]

Getting my first iPad and it’s going to be a space grey iPad air

[@ciggsy]

MAN, I LOVE THIS VID :)

[@leslielewis3564]

I'm shocked you didn't upgrade to the newest pro I mean the air and first pro look the same very minor differences but you explained well personally y I love my 2018 pro I can't see going back

[@JuiiceTheBox]

Upgrading my parent's gen 1 ipad! They deserve it!

[@WarriorsPhoto]

I have one of these as well. It's still a great computer. What are you upgrading them too?

[@JuiiceTheBox]

@UCuOA-W9knc0aD4Mh4GipBfg Got them the air 4! then i'll be taking their old ipad aha

[@Chris2086]

Did you mention the 120hz coming in clutch for people drawing with pencil ?

[@nasif3173]

You should give a try to samsung s tab 7+ .

[@MN-de]

The first ipad pro was announced in 2015 (9‘th September) not 2016

[@mueez.mp4]

Never thought I'd see an iPad review on HC, but I'm super glad that you did this.

[@Dumb-Comment]

I have some concerns about drawing on it, does it pick up your hand when you lay the side of the palm on the screen and possibly locking the pen or smudging the surface? I do have a glove but really wanted to know.

[@Dumb-Comment]

@Flam3Sm0k3 with smudge glove, I'm not worrying it too much but it's the palm rejection which keeps me wondering, thank you for the Pro info tho.