Genuine upgrade dilema.. 2018 iPad Pro vs 2024 iPad Pro M4

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[@thesamuelnam]

Film of me getting hit by a car 😂: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hprJoox3ecd2i7s

[@hezekiahwallace2412]

Steve Who?

[@lime-animates-2763]

Hehehehhehehe

[@TicTacBell_]

Samsung s9 tablet is better

[@jaughnekow]

but meh...

[@stelekenekumized]

Try AI editing with face swap

[@tolulopetewogbola]

“This for a day, this for a day” - you don’t often KZbinrs do stuffs like this. Honestly this is why I watch this guy’s videos.

[@manuelango.]

even if you want to edit the ipad 2018 still is powerful enough. MARKETING FROM APPLE buy the last chip more powerful shit software.

[@paulhorn24]

Plus it was very funny as Samuel kept repeating this sentence too many times, more than necessary. Missed opportunity though: Show a counter, rising with every word „day“ spoken out. Ding ding ding (the sound of old cash registers), the numbers add up, like counting money… Or show the name of the weekdays. But even without it, it was still very funny.

[@whatispizza]

@@paulhorn24a counter would have been hilarious

[@khalilsstories]

I like this way better tbh!!! That way you can clean your pallet each time and properly compare and contrast

[@Nedu.99]

I subscribed right after I saw that

[@hamzahussain183]

You are my new MKBHD bro. I never waited for any youtuber's videos except Marques. And now you are getting that rank in my eyes as well.

[@Atech_Ajaypatwa]

me 22222

[@amrindersingh3949]

He is better in someways than Mkhbd because he is so funny

[@Jaxv3r]

​@@amrindersingh3949Marquees has something I liked about him, but at the same I don't like how his content is slowly becoming an AD for companies like Tesla and Apple water test

[@Joshflemin]

Way better than mkbhd. He is more genuine

[@Hhhh22222-w]

He has cute fat babies and a beautiful wife, definitely better than single beta male mkbhd

[@skwashua]

I have the M1 iPad, it’s fantastic. I get tempted when the new iPads come out, but then I remember it won’t make KZbin videos play faster

[@thesamuelnam]

Bang on. You get it. Haha

[@MaxD-lp9rw]

As a cat, I appreciate finally being included

[@Mannydas728]

as a dog, i feel not included lol

[@gstevens6948]

🐈 🐱 🐈 🐱 💖❤💖

[@Mohtellawi]

Meow

[@dagt6348]

Welcome to 2024😂

[@vladislav8416]

Dear friends, if your children still use an iPad, enable the color filters in the settings to grayscale. They will be able to watch the same cartoons, but it will have much less impact on their dopamine system. It will also be less interesting, as the world around them is colorful while the iPad is black and white.

[@deltrondc]

Nice advice

[@Jeannemarre]

Smart move

[@josephjoestar6958]

K this is smart but kids aren't stupid they will see u use it with colors and will whining why they can't have it 2

[@Jeannemarre]

@@josephjoestar6958 or just don't buy an ipad for kids. I had crayons and paper when i was a kid and listening to my parents when at the restaurant. also works haha

[@dupre7416]

This is good advice until your kid figures out how to switch it back. I guess that's a lesson in itself.

[@TyrenTerrillYazzie]

I can agree with my iPad Pro(2018). I've had it for years and it still runs great til this day

[@a_pav]

my iPad Pro 2017 is laggish and not running the best. should I upgrade and if so which pro 13" model?

[@olddogruffs9523]

Bro pulled out Steve Jobs for a vid 😭😭😭😭

[@mohamadnoorrizal1312]

Lol, Steve Jobs android version

[@squidlyminimalisim]

@@mohamadnoorrizal1312 that aint steve jobs thats stephan fired

[@BruceLeroyUK]

Temu Steve

[@shaunrichardson2440]

How you don't have a million subscribers is beyond me 😁 Keep up the great work mate

[@JayColor]

This man's production gets better with every video.

[@oldskool.official]

Perfect, but my eldest wants it for gaming and he says there's a big difference. I think he needs to look for a second summer job.

[@thesamuelnam]

LOL yes. For gaming. HUGE difference.

[@sheesh9050]

the ipad m4 starts at 999

[@AnasKhan-ni9xx]

Buy him a steam deck, he'll be much happier

[@mSantsnj]

@@thesamuelnam How else can I play my $20,000 Genshin account while I’m not home on my M3 Max?! On my 15 Pro Max?! *GASP* I just gotta get it Sam, I’m coping for the keyboard also! It’s so much nicer, finally!

[@CrownxMe7]

You’d save way more money just getting a PS5 or Switch lol

[@bardz0sz]

Please don’t calm your kids with the iPad, you’ll regret it later…

[@V7StudioProduction]

True..

[@RoyMelendez07]

Facts!!

[@GPDF]

@bardz0sz - Maybe is already too late for that.

[@vladislav8416]

Dear friends, if your children still use an iPad, enable the color filters in the settings to grayscale. They will be able to watch the same cartoons, but it will have much less impact on their dopamine system. It will also be less interesting, as the world around them is colorful while the iPad is black and white.

[@KKeditz47]

True but that pfp😂😂😂

[@dustinbaconflipper]

“There is a difference- but not a 6 year difference, Bro” That, is exactly why I’m chilling with my 2020 iPad Pro, and that is also why I am now subscribing to this channel. For once: Thank you algorithm 👏🏼

[@FreakyFatCooking]

Exactly the same thoughts with my 2020 ipad

[@xxkarlosxxxxxx7233]

Me with my 2018 with still great battery life, can watch KZbin for half hour and I'm still at 99%😂😂 w LPmode ... If I want better performance I just turn off LPM for like Solo Leveling or Diablo immortal 😂😂 which btw is 20.38GB like how the fuk, I had no idea these games were full console now

[@Sein_talks]

I also have a 2020 iPad Pro 11" (2nd gen). My question is, should I switch to the iPad Air M2 because the Apple Intelligent feature won’t be supported on my iPad? How big and good is this apple intelligent! That’s the only reason I’m considering

[@sophieb1131]

The edits, drama, humor, information (and real life usage info) = *Chef's kiss*

[@BrennoFerrari]

Thank you. I have the same 2018 11" iPad Pro, same dilema. Decided to go for the new one to try it out. It finally started to show its age with the latest beta released last month.

[@jasonbaker5430]

I use a 7th gen iPad with the A10 Fusion everyday and am still very happy with it. More power is fine but i have never felt the need for more power. This thing never feels slow.

[@wandby7090]

same!

[@JessicaNeidingHaverly]

Tell the people! I have the 8th gen. I want USB-C and to stop carrying different cords. That's it. I'll upgrade when my apps stop working.

[@haybail7618]

about macos on ipad - it's not that people want macos on ipad, it's that the ipad has a ridiculously powerful chip which is a complete waste if it does not run macos

[@possiblyicy]

Nah, there is adefinitely a vocal contingent of people who straight up want macOS on iPad. But it is a smaller contingent than the group of people who rightfully grumble about iPadOS being lacking for what the iPad Pro should be capable of.

[@Testimony201]

@@possiblyicyApple would never bring MacOS to the iPad. When they can sell you both a mac and the iPad

[@Testimony201]

The chips are ridiculously powerful for years to come. Let’s use the A12 Z or X it was ridiculously powerful at the time and it still runs 90% of the apps on the App Store perfectly aside.

[@possiblyicy]

@@Testimony201 why are you replying to me about that? I haven’t said anything to the contrary.

[@Testimony201]

@@possiblyicy I guess I made a mistake replying the wrong person.

[@Tru3Times]

This is my exact upgrade. I went from the 2018 to the M4 as well. It’s mainly going to pay off with Apple intelligence. And future proofing. Plus I have a pretty big project that I’m working on.

[@Sixth6Sense]

I upgraded from my 2019 for the Apple intelligence support. I was literally thinking this is ridiculous, a video needs to be made on just how little the difference there is. I just found your video, and it’s perfect, exactly what needs to be said, love the production quality.

[@MickVee]

Great video! I traded in my 2018 iPP for the M4. There was absolutely nothing wrong with the 2018. Was using it with the Magic Keyboard and mouse with a stand as I did not like the iPP keyboard at the time. Now I have the 2024 keyboard, pencil and love the combo (which I got on credit card points). Also like the centre camera and screen. The new setup is great and don’t regret the switch.

[@kroz7682]

Still rocking the 2018 11”. Still fast, still smooth, still runs all the same apps…. Only thing the new has that I kinda want is that crispy oled display…. But until my 2018 completely dies I don’t see the point or value to upgrade ( switch ) Awesome content! SUBSCRIBED👍

[@eqquito]

I also have the 2018 iPad Pro and bought the M4... ended up returning my M4. You just gained a new subscriber.

[@dhhsscience4all]

same.

[@dharmatejareddy.]

I got new iPad Air 13 inch loving it coming from 2018 64 gb 11 inch pro

[@briengakaplan-b1550]

Just upgraded from a first gen iPad Pro 12.9 from 2015 - to an iPad 2018 12.9 lol as I WAS NOT about to shell out thousands of bucks. As old as my 2015 was its still kicking though the battery is on its last legs. I gave it to my daughter whose still using it even the though the battery craps out at around 50 percent then it goes dead. The 2018 iPad seems like a 4x over night and day upgrade - I LOVE IT. Even at 6 yrs old. As you saw no matter the age they all still just "work". Even my 2015 thats now stuck on iOS 16 churns along just fine still (minus the half dead battery). They just build these suckers to last. and they might be single greatest tech invention since television lol.

[@dellenrules]

One of the best most realistic, logical and practical reviews on KZbin. *****SUBSCRIBED*****

[@edge_onchelsea]

“I watch videos on it…My fat baby watches videos on it” why’d you do the baby like that 😂

[@xuansu9036]

Asians do that. It’s term of endearment. Or we’re just brutal that way.

[@williamhammond9235]

Just what we don’t need a social justice warrior

[@mohammed29216]

That Guy should be famous on tech channels he's so good

[@zhydkov_]

+

[@bestcreate1417]

I am wtching this from my 2011 samsung galaxy note gt N8010 ( Note 10.1 ) with android 7 via costum rom and it is still perfect for social media

[@gwdavidson065]

I've been using my 2018 iPad pro daily for the last 6 years, through kids and grandkids, art, editing, ect, ect and it's never so much as glitched one time. I never think about it, it just works

[@MyNameJeff..]

Absolutely. It’s like he said in the video “Why is this old ass ipad still so good.” I got it in early January 2019 and the battery life is still at 94%

[@Sarge22fox]

Man !!!!! Loved your video!!! Your attitude is so refreshing! Tech videos nowadays are so dead boring! Congrats

[@DonnieChoi]

Yes, the new iPad is 0,005 second faster than the 6 year-old base iPad. It's a life-changing improvement. We MUST upgrade!

[@Falgunofficial]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@harshlarose6670]

Real reason I'm upgrading personally is I'm upgrading from the 2016 one and used/older devices aren't really available where I live, so might as well benefit from the display. I could definitely go air, but I want that display

[@vinzack3629]

@@harshlarose6670you can get screen protector those rice paper ones they just stick on it magnetically and yeah, save some money

[@Sukuna_FemboyEnjoyer]

I knew this a joke but go to any high end game and come back to talk

[@retroman--]

@Femboy...ew you're gross. You people shouldn't be allowed in public or on the internet

[@geraltrivia9864]

It’s good.. still rocking 2018 ipad pro..just the battery life is gone bad due to updates ( apple intentionally reduced it, otherwise no one will buy new devices)

[@wiewat231]

Thought they care for environment

[@hajjdawood]

Its a 6 year old battery. Apple never throttled the ipad batteries read more than headlines

[@SeniorityBarham-Moyai-for-Ever]

0:07 u right im using this masterpiece

[@Carlos_Vr]

X2

[@techmaster4913]

good video, i went from an iPad Air M1 to 11 inch M4 iPad Pro, and i honestly don't regret it, the 120htz refresh rate makes a difference in the world for smoothness, the battery is better, face ID is much better than touch id fingerprint, much better speakers, and the OLED display for me for sharpness and its a million times more visible outside and that really matters for me viewing and working in bright sunlight its 1000 nits of brightness and 1600 outside, awesome display

[@user-se6uk2je9o]

"Use a Macbook if you want to use MacOS" FINALLY SOMEONE WHO UNDERSTANDS

[@DonkeyTubes]

I have the 12.9” 2018 iPad Pro and it’s still fantastic, so this is highly relatable content.

[@arondyte318]

I upgraded to the 13inch M4 iPad Pro recently from my 2018 11inch iPad Pro not because it was falling short of power or anything but because my aunt’s iPad is dying (she needed a new one) and I needed another reason outside of declining battery life to push myself to finally get a new one 😅

[@GuillermoPichardo]

This! When people ask me how often I switch devices my answer is always: “Whenever my parents’ need a new one”. I just switched from my trusty 2018 11” to the M4 as my mom’s 9.7” iPad Pro from like 2015 or 2016 started dying on her (which was my previous iPad too).

[@hajjdawood]

I went through the same delimma, I run almost my entire business from my iPad. The new Pro feels so much faster and smoother but the biggest draw for me was the "more space" option. It allows me to have more apps open at a time and I can access my database dashboard much better way less crammed together. Oh and the new one supports external monitors which the 2018 didn't. Ive also been beta testing the AI features which have been pretty useful here and there.

[@arielspalter7425]

Dude, your editing is top notch. I really enjoy your content 👍

[@isaacartis4801]

Thank you for this video. I too have an iPad Pro 2018 11”. And I love it and have no real reason to upgrade and when I saw the price I was like sheesh no thanks. I was really worried about obsolescence but hey it aint a problem…yet

[@stuartquate7500]

I’m still using my 1st gen iPad Pro from 2016. Used it everyday for everything from pro corporate video to illustration to music production and still feels as fast as when I got it.

[@littlelammy]

As a fellow Aussie, I LOVE your videos ❤😊. My refurbished 2018 iPad Pro from JB is still alive and well and I don’t plan on upgrading it anytime soon. However, I DO want the iPad mini!!

[@aaronmelson2887]

I had the 2018 ipad pro. I had no issues with the 2018 ipad pro. I loved my 2018 ipad pro. The m2 ipad pro comes out. I decided to "upgrade" to the m2 ipad pro and i sold my 2018 ipad pro thinking it was a MUCH faster pad. WRONG!! I have regretted that decision ever since. I still have my m2, I really like the m2 (now) and I won't get rid of it until it stops working.

[@whatispizza]

What was wrong? Why did you regret it?

[@angryskeletonz]

@@whatispizza His wallet hurt and the experience of the M2 is the same as the 2018 iPad Pro.

[@jdfurlong9199]

People might disagree, upgraded to 15PM from an 11PM. Apart from the magsafe and 120hz, 11PM is still amazing.. Camera's and all. They were doing something right in 2018-19

[@disclaimer_9]

Apple: Alright guys, we need to start rolling updates for our older ipads to slow them down and make ppl buy newer ones!

[@okaayyyybuddy1927]

Or maybe your devices are slowing down because physical components inside of an iPad are not immortal

[@sheesh9050]

hardware degration is real. and each os update is more hardware hungry

[@TheRadGrandpaShow]

nope...my M1 iPad Pro is still fast AF boi....hahaha

[@viniciusribeiro7783]

Hardware degradation only occur because the software forces it to, panned obsolescence

[@Hhhh22222-w]

Apple did it for the iphone 6, were caught and hasnt done it again, even the iphone 5 still gets security update

[@rajatchaudhuri]

Same, I used iPad Pro 1st gen for 6 years and bought 5th gen now. I don’t see any difference but gaming is much better. Sound quality has also improved.

[@chriscoetzer]

By far the best tech channel! Thanks!!!

[@ThibautMahringer]

iPad Pro 2018 have A12X, it’s like the M1 before the M1, it’s still good. And the RAM bandwidth is actually the same between A12X and M1, which is appreciated. The only real limitation of this iPad is the 4GB of RAM, and I only had one situation where I was limited by the RAM, while I was doing a very heavy GarageBand production. Even for games, 4GB isn’t an issue at all. I love my Pro 2018.

[@jinjason]

nah i can't skip it. I need the m4 for my candy crush.

[@MyNameJeff..]

They future proofed the hell out of it. Mine still is amazing and the battery health is still like 94%. Got it in January 2019.

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[@DanielaDiaz-cl8mk]

I'm surprised that this name is being mentioned here, I stumbled upon one of his clients testimony on CNBC news last week.

[@Rgdarkchild]

I just upgraded from an iPad 6th gen to an M2 iPad Pro huge jump probably gonna stay here for another 7 years

[@leeximin]

FINALLY IT IS OUTTT been waiting for so long. Great content as always

[@kevindellatore]

I’m watching this on an iPad Peo 2018. The battery is okay, not as good as when it was new, but I never did anything to preserve the battery. But I don’t use it for crazy stuff so I can’t complain.

[@jrgarciab]

Dude, what the heck? What about future proofing the old iPad? Will it still get updates in a year or two?

[@thesamuelnam]

Good point. iPad 2018 won't get this September's iPad os 18. So I recommend upgrading to M1 iPad pro.

[@jrgarciab]

Thank you.

[@Marlyk100]

​@@thesamuelnamsaw a deal for the iPad 350€ as my first ipad and wanting to try out procreate. What's your Advice? Thanks in advance

[@TheHabitualWordsmith]

@@thesamuelnamI love my M1 iPad Pro but I’m not a content creator or do anything requiring the power it can put out. I use it for content consumption and was using it as a daily driver for note-taking in undergrad/grad school. I’ll probably use it more when I start teaching but it’s such a great device, I can’t see myself upgrading till it stops working.

[@_Digitalguy]

2018 pro will get until iPadOS 19

[@Amateurprotographer]

That series of transitions for uses was outstanding!

[@BTC-zr9zg]

He's gonna return it after 30 days lol. Free video plus a free ipad to use. Win win situation.

[@kevin_uk]

Having the same dilemma right now. My 2018 Ipad Pro fell 2.5 feet onto carpet and the screen smashed. A used one with the same spec is £250 or less but because Apple like money, they want £479 to replace the screen. So I'm deciding whether to replace it with the same model, which has no performance problems for me, or spend more to upgrade to a newer model.

[@Whooohooou]

One thing to say. Dont say negative things about your kids. The internet wont forget. What happens when your kid is evolving an illness because you told her she is fat or she will be indeed a little bit overweight and ahe gets bullied in school. "Even your dad called you fat"

[@oofcloof]

Babies are fat! That’s just what happens. I’m 6ft and 152 lbs and my parents always tell me what a chunky baby I used to be.

[@PSy84]

dont overthink dude. We were always told we're fat in Asia when we were kids and parents say it's healthy and cute😂😂😂😂 We dont take it seriously.

[@FrankelysHernandez]

FYI apple in the US says samething about battery replacement, BUT if you still want to do it you pay and its done. I dont understand why even when you are paying they didnt want to do it at your country. Crazy man..

[@stephanes.]

I’m watching this video from an iPad Pro 2018!

[@thesamuelnam]

Lesssgoooooo!

[@Illair_V]

Gave my old 2018 12.9 mainly because it was too big to travel with and I ended up not using it. It was inconvenient to use while flying or in the airport mainly due to size. M4 with the 10” size is was the best decision I made for travel. The usb speed upgrade was totally worth it. And the new pencil pro is an excellent improvement.

[@pierre.o]

PLEASE do the same comparison when the iPhone 16 is released, if is worth replacing the current phone.

[@TheHabitualWordsmith]

I’ll save you the trouble. It won’t be. Still watch his videos though. If you have anything older than the 13 then MAYBE but the iOS updates make all the phones between 13 to current gen comparable.

[@thesamuelnam]

@@TheHabitualWordsmith Yeah, def not worth doing a 15 pro vs 16 pro. It won't be worth it. But maybe a 12 pro? vs 16 pro.

[@ecsmediaint]

This is the most honest, non hyped, real person perspective on the internet. When you said, "bruh" I was on the floor dying, you got a like and subscribe.

[@richardparr2210]

Thanks for this, great comparison others arnt doing. Ditto with your other vids. I like the your family/work angle as it’s more relatable than a lot of KZbinrs who have very similar user needs

[@ahsaltwater]

Subscribed to you when you had less than 1000 subscribers, and happy to say it was totally worth it. Love the effort you are putting into your videos. From script to final editing, everything is top notch! Keep it up, bro!

[@weholmes5315]

You sold me on keeping my old 2018 iPad Pro AND the iPad Mini 6 I got to replace it. I will definitely make use of 2 iPads!

[@ctlspl]

I use the M1 Mac mini and iPad Pro 2018. No complains at all. Still works great, money well spent. I hope they retire them not softwarewise.

[@markie4eyez]

I’m still using 12.9 first gen iPad Pro for music production, video editing, and drawing.. it still has plenty of life in it..but I’m saving for the m4 so it’s future proof and last me 8-10 years lol I really enjoyed your video big ups.

[@jochemcasier6974]

I’m on first gen as well, waiting till it dies… by that time I’ll be able to get an m4 on discount or second hand for much less. No need to spend anything while it’s still holding up this well.

[@bungalowfeuhler1541]

I’m still using my 2015 model. I desperately want to upgrade, but I cannot come up with a single justification. It’s absolutely awesome.

[@KryptonicHD]

Favorite creator! Every video I think " I wish he made more content" but I know the wait is so worth it because I'm glued to my SCREEN!

[@pl_viper0785]

I just bought a 2018 iPad Pro 11“ and i am more than happy

[@sushiConPorotos]

I bought a 2018 iPad Pro 12.8” model in 2020, still using it without any problem in 2024.

[@foetor]

Had also the iPad Pro 2018 and replaced it with an iPad Pro 2022 M2 and I can feel the speed update. Happy so far especially I only paid 300$ on top for my sell and buy

[@Fishcakebuttie]

I’ve got a 2020 12.9 pro and a 16inch MacBook M1 Pro and as a creative I don’t see the need to upgrade anything for atleast another two years and will certainly be putting a new battery in the iPad when it comes time

[@mikeodriscoll982]

I have an 11” 2022 iPad Pro, I also have a MacBook Pro from 2020 I hardly ever use my MacBook Pro. I use my iPad Pro for most of my content needs. My first iPad Pro was the 2018 version.

[@stevenherbst]

dude, this video was awesome!! first time watching your channel and I love it! I just purchased a -brand new- 11" M2 iPad Pro from Best Buy for on sale $599. It does 95% of what the M4 iPad Pro does at half the price!

[@Silas2-p7c]

Thank you. Really, thank you. This was the best video on iPads that I’ve seen.

[@aleatoryr0y]

I have been watching MKBHD videos since I started watching KZbin videos and I always wait for his next tech video. If it's a MKBHD video, I will watch it. But lately I have been finding Samuel's videos to be truly useful and entertaining at the same time. I have been finding myself waiting for him to upload his next video to watch. His reviews actually feel like true videos for the end consumers. Relatable, Reliable, Entertaining and Informative. 🙌

[@raed.gilani]

I’ve reached 82% battery health in less than 2 yrs, props to you for going thrice as long!

[@mariussantos94]

I am still using mine. Working 100% perfectly fine.. 2018 iPad Pro is such the best iPad Pro they released.

[@32ps]

I wanted to upgrade to the ipad pro for the face id, i decided to go to the m1 ipad pro 11 inch (i did 256 for more storage, costs about 700$ on amazon, around 600$ for the 128) i needed more storage too. i didn't go 2018 originally because I thought it was gonna get less software updates over the years, and i knew i wouldn't have it for a year. so I bought the air 4. I knew i needed an upgrade but i didnt want to spend 1.4k (usd) on a new ipad, so i went for the m1 ipad pro. perfect balance of new features and price.

[@Angryoyster]

I think for me, the new Apple Pencil pro is enough for me to want to go M4. That squeeze function is just too good.

[@keepsoulfree]

EPIC !!! Just discovered your channel yesterday and I just cant stop watching your videos man! So informative and funny and genius ! EPIC! 🔥🔥🔥

[@henq]

Friend of mine has a 2018 13” Pro, with cracks in the screen. He wanted to buy a new iPad Pro 13”. I advised him to buy a 13” iPad *Air* , saved him ~ 400 USD. (He’s _not_ into heavy multi media stuff).

[@bachconcerto]

As a film composer, I really admire the way you edit videos and incorporate music. You've perfectly captured the struggle of justifying new gadgets for today's consumers🤣, and I am hooked! I love your storytelling-driven channel and appreciate your hard work!

[@svvancouver3307]

I don’t need the latest for sure, but I got the 13” and 11” because I to carry both back and forth and for me many commutes and anything lighter and thinner is a must for me.

[@leojack5432]

I got the same dilemma. My usb-c port is damaged and replace the battery.😂 so I got M4. Then, trying to find another way to cure my 2018 pro

[@DrDoinks]

The upgrade path is switching from iPad Pro 2018 ($300) and going to iPad Pro M1 2021 ($400-$450) lightly used from Facebook marketplace. In 3-4 years you can then sell iPad Pro M1 for $300 and pick up iPad Pro M4 OLED for around $4-500

[@qnxvr576]

This guy is brilliant. He's managed to make an honest review while also generating an exhibit for his case in tax court if he's ever audited and they see a $2200 iPad listed as a business expense. It's got everything: the chill reviewer vibe, good editing, demonstrations of work use cases for the iPad, contemplating giving it to cute baby but ultimately choosing it for work, and his wife being an employee. 4D chess.

[@nakleh]

I bought the 2018 11" iPad Pro the day it came out, and other than a $119 "battery replacement" a few months ago, have had zero issues with it, and it still runs perfectly. I put "battery replacement" in quotes because Apple doesn't actually replace the battery, they just give you a NOS entire replacement. New screen, new chassis, new battery, everything. MINT CONDITION REPLACEMENT for $119!! If this iPad lasts me another 5 years, I will use it for another 5 years. I see zero need to ever replace it unless it completely dies.

[@stevenbeck7282]

I am with you 100%. I have a 2018 iPad pro that I use for a couple tablet specific tasks and it's as good today as it was when I got it and I just can't justify the upgrade. Thanks for being the first honest reviewer on this I've seen!

[@tejasraman6913]

This males sense to me personally. I use a 2020 iPad Air, my brother uses an M1 Air, and my mom uses an M2 Air and, having used all 3, I feel no reason to upgrade from the 2020 (even stage manager - my laptop is better anyway)

[@Walnadz]

I just got a 2018 iPad Pro 11” 2 weeks ago as someone who has never owned a tablet and let me tell you it was worth every penny. I was shocked by how buttery smooth it is, even on iPadOS 18 Beta even.

[@Gambit33]

I upgraded from 2018 iPad Pro to M4 iPad Pro and it was definitely worth it. Didn’t spec out the M4 to be not worth it like this video did though. Got the base model for 900 USD with $100 gift card. The OLED screen, better performance, and longer battery life is more than worth the money.

[@hoerningbd2]

I totally agree. I’m using a iPad Air 4 and I can’t justify upgrading to something newer. The Apple Refurbished store is still selling 4th Gen iPad Air…

[@GuyNamedRonald]

I currently have the 2018 11” iPad Pro, I too use it for iPad things and have a Mac for computer things. I was considering the upgrade only because the battery life is not as long as it used to be. I’m losing about 3 to 4 hours compared to when it was new. I also want the bigger one, but I can’t justify the upgrade. It still does everything I need it to do without any problems, aside from having to charge it more often. If Apple offered more ram without upgrading the storage I’d make the purchase.

[@twilightanndanaez]

My 2017 ipad pro 9.7 got repackaged as the basic entry ipad lol with mine still having support and better specs…unless your ipad is dead or cant do what you want it to do, no reason to "upgrade". As a student i had been dying for an ipad mini, i waited till the 6th gen and i bought it this yr. My old ipad is now my little sisters and still works great. I mainly read and watch youtube so i dont need a huge device anymore

[@Lightcode]

Literally my same struggle for the past five weeks! I have a 2018 Pro 11 inch and it is golden. Absolutely everything is perfect about it except for the fact that wasn’t big enough for me to use as my alternate TV/working in Procreate. So I decided to upgrade , excited with the new features and expecting a lot because let’s face it. This thing is close to the cost of an old junker used car. But the 2024 was shockingly, almost identical in benchmarks!! Data transfer speeds were almost identical, brightness was almost identical, the audio isn’t as good as the old pad because there’s one less speaker. But I can set it down for a full charge and it doesn’t get warm - that means longevity. The only reason I ended up keeping it (I’ve kept both because I just can’t give up my 11 inch baby-plus I still have six months of AppleCare because I bought it refurbished. Golden. Unit. ) and I’m telling you I have literally spent weeks running every test and comparison there is - is that I am challenged with an RSI that flares up and sometimes I can’t hold things for too long. I also also use this pad as a Kindle reader so I need to be able to hold it for at least an hour. Or have it on my lap and not feel when it gets too heavy. I did also try the air - but it got super hot on charging and also the refresh rate kind of sucked for reading. So in the end of the weight was the big flipper for me. You would’ve thought maybe the screen or the camera finally being in the right place calls which I do a lot of, but nope the weight and longevity are my reasons. Some other info that might be helpful As an artist, I haven’t really noticed any difference with the new pencil. You have to change the settings and only certain brushes allow you to do that. The haptic feedback is no big deal. I guess the pop-up menu is OK, but it isn’t worth 2K My biggest beef is that the iOS, for some reason does not have an extraordinarily basic function that every single android and cheap windows computer has - there is no way to control your contrast or colour controls system wide. And there’s no equalizer unless you’re using iTunes. Because the screen has saturated color, that also means that it is very contrasted. And so the black wild velvety black means that good luck catching anything in the shadows if you’re watching something like Game of Thrones. You just won’t be able to see any details there. (Meanwhile, my iPad 11 from 2018 is just cruising on that level! ) you can push the screen brightness to maximum, but then the whites are gonna be super white as well. It’s not a great solution. What I’ve been doing is plugging into an external monitor and then I can fenagle all I want and guess what - it’s bloody easy Like 1000 people have already said it’s an excellent machine, but the software has not caught up to it. And that’s something you need to know before you plunk down the money.

[@chelfyn]

The only reason I upgraded my 2018 ipad (to an m1) was that my wife wanted one, so she got mine and I got a new one. I would be happy on my 2018 if I was still using it. It still does everything I require, and does it well.

[@ikegold]

What I will say is the newer iPad is future proof and I’m sure the 2018 iPad will stop receiving updates soon

[@realityos]

For the production value alone you should have more followers. Also you are funny. Great video!