Drawing on iPad Pro w/ NANO TEXTURE: Everything You Need to Know

In this video I am answering as many questions as I can regarding the experience of drawing on the new 2024 iPad Pro with the nano-texture matte screen option from the perspective of a professional illustrator.
I discuss how the texture feels, the clarity, I show comparisons, I put a screen protector on it (just to test), and so much more!
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[@chris-piascik]

You can check out my original "review" here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqPbhqCjq9Kbosk

[@mathhue]

@chris-piascik are you using the 11” or 13” iPad Pro??

[@chris-piascik]

@@mathhue 13

[@BigRobAustria]

@@chris-piascik thank you Chris. Question could you also make a quick tutorial on how you make your cool crazy animated backgrounds for your content creations in fresco? 🏆🏆🏆💪😊

[@MiaNomoNomo]

Hi Chris, love your content. Which pentips2 do you use? The standard or fibre? Thanks

[@chris-piascik]

@@MiaNomoNomo Thank you! On this nano texture I've mainly been using the Apple tips so far, but I like the PenTips 2+, I don't like the added size from the ones that slip over.

[@the-good-chad]

I will never understand why people actively try to be as confrontational as possible with their comments. Thanks so much for all the information. Your descriptions are exactly what I wanted to know.

[@chris-piascik]

Thanks Chad! It’s sort of hilarious how hot some people come in to the comments.

[@visionpersistance]

The Initial Negativity from People claiming to be Windows or Android adherents, in the comments is hilarious

[@YuProducciones]

exactly my thought man, people sometimes behave like whiny bitches

[@filipofilipowicz8074]

Because they are dumb, simple

[@TheFutureLooksGrimm]

Deep seated unresolved conflict. Grrrrr 😂

[@GabriellaBalagna]

Don't worry about the rude comments. Rest of us are very grateful for your helpful reviews. Keep it up.

[@chris-piascik]

Thank you :)

[@davidanieland]

It's crazy how many people were assuming the nano texture would have no effect on the drawing experience. I love that professional illustrators are finally able to bring their firsthand experience to the conversation.

[@chris-piascik]

Yeah, it’s not really possible for a screen to be matte and not feel different to the touch.

[@lisahbobisa]

I've seen this comment made by a number of tech KZbinrs. But they're not artists and don't do any drawing on iPads. They simply scribbled a bit with the Apple Pencil Pro and declared that it feels exactly the same... 🤷🏻‍♀ I too thought it'd be a little odd that there'd be absolutely no difference, so I decided to watch reviews by actual artists like Chris, and they've been so informative.

[@razrv3lc]

I don’t understand how they could logically come to that conclusion. Why did they think it even existed? It wasn’t to make a matte screen, it was purely to make a better drawing texture 💀

[@SamIRIZARRY84]

I appreciate how you handle all the rudeness out there. People are too angry and need to calm down already. Love your content and energy you bring to KZbin!

[@chris-piascik]

Thank you!

[@andyrunton]

Truly appreciate this, Chris! Trust me, the professional illustrators who watch you get it! 💪

[@chris-piascik]

Thank you! Glad it was helpful!

[@LindsayHiller]

It's absolutely wild to me when people go out of their way to be rude and condescending to someone online. I'm glad you push back at them a bit. Fantastic video as usual, Chris!

[@chris-piascik]

Thanks Lindsay!

[@ynstfn]

Great job. As a digital artist I compared nano-texture, normal one and my M1 iPad with paper-like film in Apple Store. Nano-texture was incredible. Very smooth. No more diffusing reflection like paper-like. Best drawing experience I've felt. And OLED still looks very black. I reserved nano-texture one just after that. It costs very high(especially in Japan) but if you earn more with it you would be fine. I will never buy normal one and paper-like films in the future.

[@chris-piascik]

Thank you! Enjoy your nano’s!

[@iatia88]

You had me at, ‘MY NANOs!’ 🟥🟧🟨🟩🟦🟪🟫⬛️⬜️🔳🔲◻️◼️◽️◾️▫️👁️‍🗨️

[@chris-piascik]

Lolol

[@gabrielcameron]

I’m still actively chuckling and grinning ear to ear after watching that part 😂

[@RadAlzyoud]

I understand what you mean when you talk about how the regular screen is "sticky" vs the Nano-texture. I went to Apple Store today to test it and I totally can feel that. Thx for sharing.

[@chris-piascik]

Glad that made sense!

[@sorrelskydancer6645]

Same!! Lol wouldn't be surprised if it's a neurodivergent thing.

[@ayokakaiser]

Same here! Quite a difference for me - but then I’m also sensitive to these kinds of things.

[@drewnes64]

I went to the Apple store and they let me draw stuff in Procreate for 30 minutes to get a feel for it. Bought it right after because it is truly awesome. I have used Paperlike for years and love it (except for the easy scratches) and yeah it has more of a paper texture, but this nano texture is impossible to describe unless you try it yourself. It feels creamy when you draw on it. Doesn't feel like the glossy screen at all.

[@chris-piascik]

Yep!! 👍

[@Mike_Mandigo]

Just pulled the trigger on the 1TB with the nano-texture. Looking forward to having some fun learning from you. Thanks for the valuable video.

[@zptaco]

Chris you really blessed digital artists with this video

[@chris-piascik]

Happy to help!

[@stormycatmink]

I went in and sat with the new nanotexture, and although it's subtle, it is indeed silky smooth, not sticky smooth. I kept trying the two glass types side by side, both at the same time, and swapping.. and although it was difficult to describe, I soon began to really dislike the standard glass. Like Chris points out, the inconsistent drag of the bare glass when you get oil on it or stuff was a royal pain. Nothing like that on the nanotexture. It even picked up fingerprints less. Although hypothetically you'd think the texture would throw that light into the glass and cause hazing, it wasn't that noticeable, and when you account for all the glare and harsh reflections that I've learned to ignore.. the textured screen was actually clearer and easier to see. While my brain tries to filter it out, it can't remove the issue. So the lack of reflections just made the display pop better. So, despite the fact that I really didn't want the 1TB, I knew I would regret not getting the nanotexture. So I'm returning my standard glass iPad and ordered a nanotexture. Also, not for the person reading this, but for those who might need to hear this.. don't make claims unless you can actually back them up with unequivocal, replicatible facts. A differing opinion doesn't make others wrong. And you thinking something is true does not make it true. Assume others might know what they're talking about and check yourself before you go insulting people. I know this won't make a difference, but sometimes I feel it needs to be said.

[@ayokakaiser]

Same here - the stickyness of the glass was so noticeable all of a sudden.

[@stormycatmink]

@@ayokakaiser Got my nano texture in today, and now that I've spent an hour or two drawing on it, it's SOOOoooo much nicer. So silky smooth. Just the perfect light feedback/drag. If anyone needed another opinion.

[@daniel_960_]

While 1tb might be unnecessary, long term the 16gb ram won’t go unappreciated

[@shermcohen]

Your Nano videos have been very insightful and super helpful... Really provided some great peace of mind before I decided to plunk down a chunk of change on one of these sweet machines. Thanks

[@chris-piascik]

Happy I was able to help! Thanks for becoming a member!

[@Kyu1LL]

Can you do an update video in a month or so? Durability check on the pencil and the screen

[@chris-piascik]

Yep! I do 90% of my work/drawing on the ipad and use it for 99% of my videos so-if it has any issues I'll be sure to address them.

[@PedroRodrigues-fh1ku]

@@chris-piascik Yes! thank you. that is probably the main concern over choosing nano texture or not, because if you choose with it you will want to go without screen protectors. The paperlike feel of matte screen protectors is a good thing for drawing experience but people really use them to protect the screen... I would use any protector even without texture just to save the lifespan of the ipad screen.

[@PicardyNelson]

I agree. Best word to describe it is smooth. While I wish it were more scratchy sounding when drawing, it’s a night and day difference experience between nano texture and regular glass.

[@chris-piascik]

Yep! Same.

[@Gary8it]

Dude your review was spot on! I totally get everything you’re talking about and feel you on most things. Great review. The heat review I have seen hands down. You answer all questions and give great reason!! Awesome!!!!! You got a new subscriber!!!

[@chris-piascik]

Thanks so much!

[@21cormorants]

Totally agree with your descriptions of how toothy it is; feels like drawing in marker on a very smooth paper. Feels very natural and organic, but not noticeably grainy, nor slippery. (And I relate to your sensory issues with the regular glass - and your descriptions of how regular glass gets greasy and leads to mixes of slippery-to-sticky glide are spot on!)

[@chris-piascik]

Glad this made sense!

[@stowlo]

Nano is just like the Wacom Cintiq but with way better clarity. I love it, it is what I have always wanted them to do.

[@chris-piascik]

Agreed

[@oliviermela]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. As a designer trying to get more comfortable with my iPad I appreciate your content.

[@chris-piascik]

Happy to help!

[@bwwhite]

Just wanted to say thanks for a great video! I'm not an artist but use my Apple Pencil a lot for taking notes on my iPad Pro. I was excited when I first read about the nano texture option and then disappointed to find out it was only available on the higher storage options. I'll wait until the WWDC to make my final decision as to which level to go with. PS--I had to chuckle at some of the negative comments you read in this video. Clueless people. Thanks again!

[@fourdee]

YES re: the texture!

[@pixpusher]

Now that the iPads are in the Apple Store, I suggest people go in and try it for themselves. I went this weekend thinking I was going to just get the glossy glass but the drawing experience was much better on the Nano. Unfortunately, no store in my area had them in stock so I am waiting 3-4 weeks for delivery. Totally worth it. Just try it yourself. Everybody is different.

[@r99716]

interesting, i tried it in store, moving a pencil in each hand on both types of screen at the same time, and i couldn't really feel any difference in texture. i did only try for like 30 seconds though

[@chris-piascik]

Great advice

[@chris-piascik]

As I mentioned in the video, it’s a big difference for me. One is a drawing experience I don’t enjoy at all. And the other is probably my favorite.

[@r99716]

@@chris-piascik i'd be curious to see a blind test (ie can you always tell which ipad it is with a blindfold on just by touching screen with pencil)

[@chris-piascik]

@@r99716 100% it's a completely different experience for me. I draw for a living. I use my ipad for 95% of my work, I have thousands and thousands of hours of drawing time on ipads, It's not a subtle difference for me.

[@OhDontMindMee]

You’re the first I’ve ever seen on YT to mention going through Apple tips and changing out screen protectors. I do it too. I have a huge stock of both for when I have to replace them. I spend hours on my iPad a day and wear both down often. I thought I must be extremely heavy handed ! I feel normal now

[@chris-piascik]

🤝

[@blakemwood]

Thank you so so much for taking the time to go through all the questions and for giving us this info. Same goes for responding to my comment on the last video about how it feels - you're the only one that went in depth on this question :) - hugely appreciated!

[@chris-piascik]

No worries! Happy to help!

[@Emrahsuna]

Really good video. You answered what I was looking for. Subscribed

[@chris-piascik]

Thanks so much!

[@dianalisarobinson3714]

This video is taking OFF!

[@ozziesmom9186]

Thank you for this review. I ordered the new iPad with the nano so I’m looking forward to getting and I’m glad I got the nano. Much appreciated!

[@chris-piascik]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@daves1412]

Your presentation is so different it is really cool. And authentic, in a world of questionable authenticity

[@chris-piascik]

Thanks so much!

[@janeS9773]

I really liked this video! You are excellent at taking questions and answering honestly. Thank you.

[@chris-piascik]

Thank you!

[@kim258TV]

You did a superb job giving me the exact feeling, thanks a bunch!

[@chris-piascik]

You're very welcome!

[@iamtaari5223]

“My nanooooooooooooos!” 😅😂 debunked. Epic!🎉

[@chris-piascik]

lol

[@TheFutureLooksGrimm]

Thank you 🙏 this is the be all end all questions and answers video for the nano texture screen.

[@chris-piascik]

Glad it was helpful!

[@davidanieland]

"It *just* came out... I don't know if there's much data on who's buying it and who's *not* buying it. We probably won't know that for a *little* bit." 😁 Such a diplomatic way to handle that person's assumptions.

[@chris-piascik]

Haha I try.

[@teymthebeast]

I don't comment much, but I love your videos in general and your ipad related videos are among the best... and those salty people are hilarious.

[@chris-piascik]

Haha well thanks, I appreciate that!

[@WayneC1963]

Great work Chris. Love the user perspective. Awesome WayneC

[@chris-piascik]

Thanks so much!

[@ayokakaiser]

Soooo glad I’m not the only one scratching up my screen protector (PaperLike) in no time flat!! I tried the nano texture at the Apple Store today and agree wholeheartedly with everything you said - you described it brilliantly! Very curious to see how it holds up over time - subscribing to you channel to not miss those updates and because I really enjoyed this review. 😊😊😊 For now I’m probably going with the Air 13“ as coming from a 1st gen Pro this will feel like a huge improvement and if the nano texture holds up well and is then hopefully rolled out to the lower tier models later on I will be super happy to upgrade. The feel is so good! Just as you said - perfect resistance/glide factor! Thank you for taking the time and spending the money to test the screen protectors alongside and on it!

[@chris-piascik]

Thank you so much! I’m sure you’ll love the new air! I’ll be sure to update about my screen.

[@drawingcakebyjasper]

I have the 1TB 2018 12.9 iPad Pro and the 4GB of RAM is painful for my work in drawing and 3D, the 16GB of RAM for the M4 iPad is going to be an amazing upgrade, this review is perfect and answers all of my concerns I use PaperLike on my 2018 and I can’t function without it and needed to know if the nano texture was durable enough and similar to the screen protectors, it seems like the nano texture is closer to a worn out protector with less tooth but not in a bad sense as it won’t have the terrible gashes they inevitably end up with, and at $100 upgrade vs the several hundreds of dollars I’ve spent since 2018 on PaperLikes the choice is now solidified!

[@chris-piascik]

I think you’ll be happy with it! I just posted a 1 month update (150+ hrs of drawing)

[@RobertSmith-es2gh]

Much appreciated my good man for this follow up video. ❤

[@chris-piascik]

Glad I could help!

[@Skasparoff]

You have a great patience, sir! You answered all my questions. I appreciate it much.

[@chris-piascik]

Glad it was helpful!

[@imaxximus]

I can’t even draw stick figures. I bought the nano screen because it just looked way better. No fingerprints, deep blacks, no reflections. It’s perfection.

[@chris-piascik]

I agree it’s great. It’s wild how many people are saying the opposite in the comments. I have to assume they haven’t actually seen or interacted with one

[@lovebombLanae]

ummm no way ! nano screen ruins the oled screen ! the no reflections is awesome but deep blacks nahhh lol

[@lovebombLanae]

I am going to have to assume you haven't played with the non nano oled screen lol its a HUGE difference in picture @@chris-piascik

[@r0963297539]

@@lovebombLanae didn’t he literally just play the oled non-nano iPad in this exact video?lol😂

[@imaxximus]

I checked with apple support about specific guidance on using the supplied cleaning cloth exclusively. They said the guidance was any cloth that is lint free and clean is fine. Their printed guidance does not say otherwise.

[@dee8269]

Thanks for the review, is exactly what I was looking for🤓 I wonder if the Nano-texture is wearing out the Apple Pencil sooner🤔. Could you make an update video after 1-2 months , 6 months to tell us how about the changes if there is any?

[@austinbrennan]

I went to an Apple Store and brought my iPad with a screen protector. Tried out the nano and non-nano and my iPad with the screen protector. In the end I found that I didn’t like the nano as much as the feel of a screen protector. If you have an Apple Store near you I recommend trying the nano out. There’s less of a feel difference between the nano and the glossy glass than I anticipated. Ultimately it’s going to come down to your preference, which I believe is going to take trying out the options before you really know what you want.

[@chris-piascik]

It’s definitely a preference thing. For me, although the difference isn’t huge, for me it’s very significant.

[@MountaintopKitchen]

Thanks for the comprehensive review from an illustrator’s point of view.

[@chris-piascik]

Sure thing!

[@kason9194]

Hey thanks for responding to my question about the friction!

[@chris-piascik]

No worries!

[@ravizzle]

I work on an iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) and the apple pencil gen 1. Im excited for the nano display and not having the paperlike screen protectors eating my apple pencil nibs! A lot of artist say if you have the 12.9 iPad Pro, the upgrade is subtle but for someone like me, I need to upgrade. Thanks Chris!

[@chris-piascik]

I didn’t really need to upgrade from my 12.9 M1 but all the little updates from the last gen, like the hover features are so nice. Also the squeeze on the new Apple Pencil pro will be super useful for me.

[@beachpony]

Thanks for another great review! 👍🏼😊

[@chris-piascik]

No worries!

[@CarlosBenjamin]

Dadgummit! I had convinced myself I didn’t want a nano-texture screen!

[@chris-piascik]

😳 whoops

[@555tracy]

Thanks for this information and for sharing your experience. Much appreciated!

[@chris-piascik]

No worries!

[@thegochie]

Great video! Really answered all the concerns and questions I had!

[@chris-piascik]

Glad to hear!

[@CartoonDaily1]

I enjoyed the journey...but I also enjoyed the fact that you dealt with the weird, negative comments too!!! Everything was brilliant! I wondered what the nano texture would be like to you as well.

[@miquelgordocamps7656]

Hi! I'd love to know how the texture screen is holding up a month later. Looking forward to watching your update video.

[@chris-piascik]

That will be out tomorrow!

[@williammclean6594]

I wanted to get the Nano texture version, but I opted to get the base model instead. I didn't realize I'd be spending that much and right now for economic reasons, I couldn't really justify spending that much money. I really wish I could have. But I've always wanted something bigger than 13 in just because like I like digital painting and I want the biggest screen possible. 15 to 16 in would have been perfect. If they came out with a size like that. Instead of 13 I would have dropped the money. But for now I'll stick with the base model and if they ever come out with a screen that big I'll just trade it in.

[@sukilu1964]

Great vid as ever, clear, useful and delivered with style. Love it.

[@chris-piascik]

I appreciate that!

[@vitone86]

Thanks for the nice and informative video! A couple of comments: I do think that the feeling of the Wacom Cintiq + Wacom Pen with standard nib is noticeably different from the nanotexture iPad + Pro Pencil with standard nib. Regarding the possibile screen protector usage, I think that long term usage may compromise the nanotexture, glue of the screen protector may ruin it, but testing would be needed, so I would not recommend installing a screen protector on the nanotexture.

[@chris-piascik]

The screen protectors don’t use any adhesive, at least not the ones I’ve used.

[@vitone86]

@chris-piascik Thanks for clarifying and answering!

[@litjellyfish]

So how do you feel the difference translates to your drawing control?

[@brycepascua-xd8ur]

There’s 100% a different experience when drawing on these nano-screens compared to the regular glossy. In my personal experience, glossy is a bit hard to draw on since there’s no resistance when dragging on the screen. I prefer to have some sort of resistance drag when drawing like paper which is also textured like the glass. You sacrifice a bit of contrast and color pop compared to the glassy though so heads up. I definitely notice the color difference between the 2 screens. I also noticed that these screens also capture grease a lot heavier than the glossy as there is texture for it to really stick on, so i find myself cleaning the screen often. Long story short, when you use the nano texture glass there are some drawbacks but there are so many more positives compared to the negatives. Either way both are amazing regardless but the nano is definitely geared toward digital artists 100%.

[@justlou717]

Thinking about it- while not everyone is in this position, it sounds like if cost is not the biggest priority, and you currently use and enjoy a matte protector on a previous model, the best move is to buy the nano and you can always put a protector on it if you don’t like it.

[@Jaxplode]

The nano texture wasnt primarliy designed for artists and drawing. It‘s more for people working outside or under harsh lighting conditions. So I am really interested how the nano texture will look like after 1 year of intense drawing.

[@chris-piascik]

Yeah, I talk about that in the video.

[@Jaxplode]

@@chris-piascik I ordered an ESR Paperfeel magnetic screen protector. I am curious how it behaves.

[@remynyc149]

@@JaxplodeI got one over the weekend it feels fine to me and I like being able to remove it when I’m using the iPad as a media consumption device

[@Jaxplode]

@@remynyc149 yeah I can imagine! That’s what my intention was. To be able to remove to enjoy the full quality and on the other hand to put something on it for drawing. As I am just a hobbyist and not a fulltime illustrator.

[@Jaxplode]

@@remynyc149 got mine today. the texture and roughness feels better than paperlike. but negative is the grainy structure and that it reduces the brilliance of the OLED a lot.

[@zombachu]

Fantastic video. Answered all the questions I was having (and more) and somehow you’ve managed to describe how it feels in a way I know what to expect before trying it myself.

[@chris-piascik]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Gary8it]

My daughter draws on iPad all the time. What are those two devices that you pop your iPad into when you draw? Also. Again. Another great video.

[@machitect]

Hi Chris, could you recommend us a case for the nano texture? I wanted to get a zugu but the lining of the cover seems suspect

[@blocSonic]

I can totally relate with how glass texture grosses you out. I have a similar feeling about touching corduroy. It absolutely grosses me out.

[@chris-piascik]

lol weirdly specific. I love it

[@lukehereart]

lol the perfectionist in my is crying at all the bubbles. i wont miss that experience if i ever get a matte display ipad

[@danacraft-parker104]

I use so much tape removing single pieces of dust from every formed bubble… it takes me HOURS to apply a matte protector in such a way that it is usable for me. They last a few months (before my primary drawing area becomes worn completely smooth.) And… during that time I am going through nibs. I despise applying the matte protectors… but, don’t like the glass. DEF won’t miss this.

[@chris-piascik]

I’m with you.

[@davedraws76]

Bro! I were the same drawing glove and cut the finger tips off too! But I also peel the Huion logo off every time. I’m getting good at it.

[@chris-piascik]

🤝

[@TheKatieCakez]

Pro tip!

[@xCR1SP1Ex]

If you make a future vid on the subject, please speak to how the nano holds up with a drawing glove, since it's not the "special" apple cloth. I doubt there would be any damage to the nano, but still interested. Thank you.

[@snekbaev]

question I was looking for as well

[@c.augustin]

Just a theory (hypothesis): The "bare" glass might have an "adhesive" effect that the nano texture doesn't have (the surface is broken up). I would think that this gives the bare glass this "sticky" feeling. While I'm not one that "can't stand it", I can relate to the sentiment. And for using the pen (not drawing, but photo editing) I actually *do* prefer having a paper-like screen protector (just from another brand ;-)).

[@StarrWalker]

Chris, you are a saint. I can not believe some of these idiot comments. This video answered all of my questions AND THEN SOME. Thank you! This is probably already on your radar but I would love love love to see a "1 month" review to see if any of your thoughts or experiences have changed with this new setup.

[@chris-piascik]

Thanks!! I’ll be sure to update!

[@weekend_art]

I tested in Apple store - without looking at the screen I couldn’t feel any difference whatsoever, I feel that for me it’s more like tricking the brain, similar to haptics. But if it works better for you it’s great!

[@ericjackson2915]

Great review of nano texture - Thanks!

[@michaeljurwin]

The nano texture was the only thing I really wanted on the new iPad. I hope that they bring it to the pro lines of the MacBook and iPhone as well.

[@stormycatmink]

Okay, after spending some time drawing, I think I'm convinced Apple kept quiet on the nanotexture as a better drawing surface so they're not flooded with demand for the nanotexture, and complaints about needing the 1TB option. I'm guessing it's an expensive process and/or low yield, so they had to pair it with the higher margin options to make it a good drive. If they'd come out and said how nice it is to draw on with the launch presentation, people would have flooded in to get a native matte surface on an iPad, and I don't think Apple's ready for that. Maybe in the next gen, it'll be more accessible. But it's so silky smooth. And SOOOOO expensive.. (compared to what I needed).

[@chris-piascik]

I think all of that makes a lot of sense.

[@eddieblanco2652]

Thanks for the video. Awesome video. Purchased the 1TB model as it has 16 GB Ram over the smaller storage has 8 GB Ram

[@OnkelBermuda]

Thank you for making this video. You may have convinced me to pick the nano texture.

[@chris-piascik]

Happy to help spend your money, lol

[@pastuh]

Sometimes I wonder how many demo tests were conducted before selecting the right nano screen. There were probably versions that really felt like paper or even watercolor paper....

[@arnaudbacchelli8864]

YES!! The smudges on the bare glass drives me crazy when using the pencil!! Thank you so much, it thought I was alone. Same for hand gestures and overall contact hand to glass. I got the textured glass too and the only little regret is the little screen clarity loss. But damn, I finally don’t have to try a million « paperlike » anymore. And same for the paperlike brand, I got scratches in days or 1-2 weeks. The kind of scratches that damage image quality when using the ipad. Which is a shame. AND the drawing experience (« paper feel ») is downgrade the more the pencil tip get used (because it changes the shape? Idk). The Apple nano text seems to not ware the pencil tip, or at a very very slow pace. Which is really great Thank you again for sharing, sending love

[@AhloiFTW]

Thank you very much, that was very helpful~

[@yuiop271]

I was thinking of one thing. When you compared the friction on the screen on your iPad pro m1 and your pro m4 nano texture. Its not just the screen you are comparing there. Its also Apple Pencil 2 vs Apple pencil pro. The pro has haptic function on the end that gives a feeling of more friction and more control to make it feel more like drawing on a paper. So for a fair comparison you need to compare with the same pencil.

[@chris-piascik]

That haptic stuff has not been incorporated into any of the drawing apps I use yet. Likely won’t be coming until June.

[@PewPewVida]

Am here for the comments, and for the great videos 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@TwistedShrapnel]

thank you for this nano texture deep dive. 🎉

[@TheBlueRose10]

Thank you so much for sharing the information 🙏.

[@kevinyu6615]

My question regarding nano screen is that will it hold up well? Or over time the nano texture will wear off?

[@iamtaari5223]

Thanks for your review- just got mine yesterday. Which iprad cradle do you use/recommend for it?

[@chris-piascik]

For drawing I used the Sketchboard Pro 2

[@the_prince_ice]

Hey Chris super helpful video ! May I throw some questions? I’m pretty new on using Apple pencil or digital ones in general. Right now this pressure function is freaking me out. 1) Is it normal for the finger being 1 out of 10 scale to be the strongest pressure 10 by default? : If I give a stroke with my finger the results are good not light nor thin. 2) Pencil pro’s pressure is more like 5 to 6 by default : This led to me to asking you if it is a normal thing with Apple pencil. I have to apply some strength to get the same result as my finger did. Which in my mind the fingers result should be correct and the pencils result being weird and off, too thin and weak. To conclude my thought process somehow makes me think the Pencil should down scale from pressure 10 to lower level 9,8,7…to get thinner lines. Unfortunately its the other way around and confusing me. I have no reference around me to test out…Apple online 😂support seems to have no clue. I hope you could help me out😢

[@chris-piascik]

I don't ever use my finger to draw with so I won't be of much help there. But most drawing apps give you the ability to full customize the pressure sensitivity to your preference.

[@gozu9455]

squeeky smooth vs silky smooth, gotcha

[@NerdSyncProductions]

On your note about how you’re not worried about it being delicate because if that was the case then Apple wouldn’t have released it, I don’t know about that. Apple markets it towards people who need to see the screen in bright daylight, but didn’t say anything about drawing on it. I hope you’re right, but I am interested in the long-term durability with this screen and the Apple Pencil. The fact that they unveiled a new pencil and this screen in the same art-focussed keynote but never showed or even mentioned the idea of drawing on the nano texture seems a bit strange to me. If they worked well together, you’d think they’d show it off but they haven’t. For the price point, this is definitely one of those options I’d encourage people to wait on for the long-term reviews from artists like yourself.

[@chris-piascik]

I see your point, but at the same time, the Apple Pencil goes hand in hand with iPad usage. Half the keynote was about the Apple Pencil pro. I think they don’t talk about it that much because it’s a very high level option for a much smaller audience. They also wanted to show the OLED in the best possible “light” and that’s the standard screen.

[@shamshrestha428]

But how is it gonna age? Wouldn’t the screen protector give a flexibility to put a new one when they are all scratched up?

[@chris-piascik]

I talked about that extensively in the video.

[@juanpereztattoo7781]

Great video, im excited to get mine. Was a little hesitant with the nano screen. Glad i got it.

[@chris-piascik]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@KitV91]

It feels like the real winners in this debate are those who just like the original gloss screen and don't need that matte/ paper feel and nor think about it at all.

[@chris-piascik]

That makes sense

[@rgb]

1TB model also comes with 16GB of RAM as opposed to 8GB with the 512 and below so that's another reason for the price difference. I got the 512GB model fwiw

[@chris-piascik]

Yeah, though for my use, that’s all overkill. My M1 Pro had no issues with anything I wanted to do.

[@rgb]

@@chris-piascik Yeah I hear you. Same here. Although with 3D apps like Zbrush coming to the iPad, or the multi-camera video editing, I could see the extra Ram being very useful for people with that particular workflow.

[@rfernandez1648]

I went to buy the new IPad M4 and I had enough budgeted for it, but I tried it at the store and it was your typical awesome drawing experience but was it worth the 2300? I ended buying and M2 Mac Mini Pro and an M2, 1T 12.9 iPad Pro. I still paid less than what I would have paid for one iPadM4. I just can’t resist a bargain 😊 so I will probably get this iPad when the next greatest iPad comes out … the M5.

[@chris-piascik]

Not a bad day when you get TWO new devices and save money!

[@justlou717]

Chris, fantastic content! 😊

[@chris-piascik]

Thanks so much!

[@eddieblanco2652]

All your negative comments are HATERS. Your review was amazing.

[@chris-piascik]

I appreciate that!

[@TokyoFish-tj1eo]

Thank you- very informative

[@SuzetteHines]

Thankyou for taking the time for the detailed information. I’m sold on the nano. Your attention to detail he;ps me. Thanks again

[@chris-piascik]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ChaosandHavoc]

Thanks for the review vid and live stream. I didn’t buy straight up because I’m not close to an Apple store to see the difference between the screens and I wanted to wait till some artists had talked about their experiences, watching your vids help me make my decision, so thanks for the vids and sorry you got some snarky comments. I don’t know why people have to be like that when people like yourself spend time putting out content for people to watch for free, some people need to find their manners.

[@iPadLettering]

Thanks a lot for your detailed reviews of the nano texture iPads Chris! It was a no-brainer for me to order one of them too. But sadly I live at the end of the earth so it won’t arrive until mid June 😭 Love your channel and your videos, you made me have another look at Fresco after almost only using Procreate exclusively.

[@larrybtv]

silky smooth ❤

[@RedErin]

I also cannot stand to touch the glass, thought I was alone in that! Does amount of pressure affect how much the Apple Pencil interacts with smudges on the bare glass? I find if I press hard I feel that, but a lighter touch glides like butter no matter how dirty my screen is. I’m still on a 2020 Pro and plan to watch how the nano texture plays out long term. I’m not too worried about the price of nano because the screen protectors cost a lot when you replace them multiple times. By the end of your video I decided I need both a regular and a nano. Problem solved!

[@chris-piascik]

I find if I’m pressing lightly the pencil tip drifts more on the bare glass. But I don’t like the feeling at all anyway. Sometimes you gotta get too iPads, lol