Living with M4 iPad Pro - is it a keeper?

[@TechMNO]

God damn, it's so articulate when you mention some pointers like I'm listening to a financial adviser giving me tips for my future. 👏👏

[@DavidLewisTech]

man - thank you! No scripts, just me in front of the camera talking to you. I've stripped away music to just deliver information in a calm, relaxed environment. Glad you liked it!

[@dell1032]

1. I don't think you'll regret switching out the nano texture with a the normal iPad and going down to 512 GB. A £500 savings is substantial. 2. As an ardent macOS user I *do not* want macOS on an iPad. All they really have to do is implement a better file manager and better app and window management. 3. Many reviewers have said that the ipad gets you to 90% of being able to replace your Mac, but there are quirks that stops is from replacing a Mac - Apple still wants to sell Macs so I think iPadOS will always fall behind. 4. Excellent video, David. I'm glad you took the full week to use and review. You answered all of my questions and I am stoked you got the M4 so it should last you for years. It's not for me as iPadOS is what's holding me back. Have an excellent week,

[@jacksonjones8734]

Was considering getting the 1tb and am glad that I went with the 512gb. I highly doubt anything coming out of WWDC 24 is going to be exclusive between the upgraded m4 and base.

[@HQuiD]

@@jacksonjones8734Same thoughts as me, I was thinking about going with the 1tb variant but the 512 is more than enough especially considering I have a mbp and over 4tb of external storage

[@DavidLewisTech]

hi there Dell - yup, I have a trip to London in mind this weekend in sight! I’ve been surprised just how how I can get done on this iPad. I’m teaching myself to reach for it more and more and break those old habits. iPadOS doesn’t seem as bad as everyone makes out. I now understand the Stage Manager app and Files too - it’s been a surprisingly fun week!

[@BommeltjeNL]

The only things I couldn't do on my iPad Pro instead of on my Mac is macros in Excel and for my astrophoto editing you really need a strong desktop computer, to stack hundreds of single 49 mb photos. Most astroediting software is for desktop PC's, but the iPad is strong enough to do single astrophoto editing (fits files), but we don't have the right apps/software for that (yet).

[@SciFi.805]

Once you can Video Stream off ipad using MacOS software, macbook will die off fast.

[@neilducoff8186]

Excellent M4 iPad Pro “new user” review: I watched your initial video on the M4 iPad Pro when you ordered it. I was hoping you’d use it for a few days to understand and fully appreciate what an iPad Pro can do. And you did 🙌 I’ve been an iPad user since the iPad 2. Traveled the US and the world with it doing business seminars, writing books, and writing a weekly blog post. Always loved the platform. Upgraded from an M1 iPad Pro 12.9 to M4 13”. M4 is amazing beyond words. Yes, I have an M1 14” MacBook Pro when needed … but work almost exclusively on my iPad. Just wanted to say how much I appreciated your review. It was nice to not watching another video bashing iPadOS. iPadOS gets better each year. Enjoy your new M4 iPad Pro.

[@DavidLewisTech]

hi there Neil - what a great response. I can tell you are a fellow writer. I write on Medium about my Apple life… I think part of the appeal of the iPad to me was coming at it fresh. I wanted to be unbiased and speak as I find. Yes, I have had a few problems, but they have either been my making or I’ve found ways to overcome them. This need to bash iPadOS seems a little off to me. Sure, it’s different to macOS, but then again I think it’s intended to be. So far, so good…

[@erikalmqvist]

The main point with the 1 TB storage model is neither the extra storage nor the extra CPU core, but the double ram size. 16 instead of 8 GB ram might make a big difference longterm when iPadOS is evolving and becoming more powerful and when App Store offers more and more full feature apps.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Yes, Erik - thats my thinking since making the video too. I know you can never say for certain what’s coming downstream, but in these rapidly evolving AI times, that extra RAM may finally come in useful!

[@erikalmqvist]

@@DavidLewisTech To be frank the 8 GB ram might already be a limitation. Take for example Baldurs gate 3 - the game runs great on an M1 MacBook Air with 16 GB ram. With 8 GB ram however it drops frames, stutters and isn't really playable. Since BG3 runs on M1, M2 and M3 Macs it would of course tun on iPads too... if it wasn't for the ram. When the baseline iPad Pros and iPad Airs start shipping with 16 GB ram in 2-3 years we will see a lot of new apps and games making use of the extra ram. So anyone who buys an iPad Pro today to keep for more than 2-3 years should go for the 1 TB version IMO.

[@DavidLewisTech]

hi again Erik - today I’ll be heading to London to make a final shout on the nano texture. My mindset right now though is that whatever I do with the display, I’ll stick with the 1 TB. I’ve already spent the money and I want to future proofed…makes sense right?

[@andrewchesney]

Just stumbled across your review as I have the 11" M4 Pro - I just love your style and content - thank you A++++

[@DavidLewisTech]

Thank you Andrew - means the world!

[@vagabondsteve]

Thank you for such a polished, professional, and engaging video. Please keep us posted on your nano-texture decision. Not having glare is such a huge benefit and easier on the eyes, but I'm also not sure if it's worth the trade-offs.

[@DavidLewisTech]

hi ther - great to hear from you and glad you enjoyed the video too. You are spot on - I’ve been on the iPad now for over an hour and it so easy on the eyes to work on. I’m hoping to head into London this weekend to make a final decision. I think you can guess what next weeks video might be about egh!

[@Vagabondo-fs6qu]

Hello David. Great to see your first experience with an iPad Pro has turned out to be such a good experience. You will likely replace the keyboard way before you replace the iPad. I am on my 3rd keyboard with my pre-silicon iPad Pro. For new viewers to this channel, David has responded to all my comments I have made on the channel. Slightly off topic David: Overall what is it that made you move away from, PC, Android, tablets and just use Apple products?

[@DavidLewisTech]

hi there - yup, I do my very best to reply to everyone. If you are kind enough to watch and comment, then the least I can do is reply, right? I switched as my background was print and way back the whole industry was Mac - oh and I started to do a lot of audio work that was best suited to MAc as well. When I got my first iPhone everything followed on…

[@Vagabondo-fs6qu]

@@DavidLewisTech ahhh so very much driven by your work activities.

[@DavidLewisTech]

…man - it’s all about the work. I’m at the desk now on a Saturday morning replying to a screen full of comments both here on KZbin and Medium where I write….love my community…

[@bpresgrove]

THANK YOU!! I don’t want the Mac OS on the iPad. I got rid of my laptop and bout the 2017 2nd gen iPad Pro years ago. Still a great machine and going strong. Got the 11 inch m4 pro 512 gig and love it. Got the keyboard with it. I’m hooked.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Thanks for sharing - isn’t this keyboard simply AMAZING! I love working on it…

[@bpresgrove]

@@DavidLewisTech completely agree. It really compliments the iPad.

[@bbruce65]

I really wanted the Nano-textured screen and actually ordered it. Like you I wasn't planning on getting the 1TB version but had to order it to get the upgraded screen. After going to the Apple Store a few days ago and looking at a Nano-textured screen, I decided it wasn't worth the premium for me. I cancelled my order and ordered a 11" iPad Pro with 512GB storage. I don't regret it and my wallet is loving the savings!

[@DavidLewisTech]

Yup - Apple sure knows how to hurt your wallet huh! I’m still tryin g to make a final choice…hope to sort it out this weekend Bruce

[@sebmonti5904]

Buy tomorrow anyone of them and return within 14 days . After wwdc

[@DavidLewisTech]

…10th June is going to be an interesting day…

[@craigclough]

Not an apple user these days but enjoying your content David. I did check out the iPad's at the weekend and it made me miss apple a little bit. For me it would be the iPad Air 13".

[@DavidLewisTech]

Hi Craig - I think the Air is the best option out there for most people. This Pro is a beast though and I’m loving it!

[@Gambit166]

I’m glad Apple is ignoring the loud and obnoxious techtubers and keeping iPadOS on the iPad. I enjoy using an iPad Pro as a tablet, not a laptop replacement. While the new Magic Keyboard is very nice, it’s way overpriced. If I need to use a separate keyboard with the iPad, which is very rare, I just connect it to a Bluetooth keyboard. The internal on screen keyboard is more than enough for most people’s use cases.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Hi there - yeah, Im with you. As I mentioned in the video, if I pick up the iPad then I’ve made that choice. I have a Mac and I have an iPad and I’m happy to choose which one suits my needs best. Right now for instance, I’m on the iPad and loving it!

[@mikehenkelman2111]

New to channel, been on the Mac eco system since 1994 and your review here was top notch

[@DavidLewisTech]

Cool - thanks Mike. Welcome onboard!

[@Hostile_Design]

"Why would you want a MacOS on an iPad" is the question with the most obvious answer ever: to become your working machine. The form factor, hardware, and weight are phenomenal, but the OS nerfs it and wastes its potential. I am not a Mac user, but if knew I could fire up any of my mainline tools like I can on my Windows laptop I would have bought the previous one immediately, and then I would have replaced it with this new one equally fast. Now everything about it becomes a scenario like "I will have this with me out to my 3D printers... But can I edit a file if I have to before printing it? Oh, I can't..." and then repeat that over and over, just replacing the task. If it can't do what my 2013 Surface Pro can take care of without hassle, then its just a toy. And that Surface Pro proves desktop apps work just fine on a machine in this format. A bit clunky without a pen or trackpad? Yes. Works just fine with a pen or trackpad, and even if a bit clunky, having the real tools available is far superior to not having them. In any scenario, any location, any time and any place. Always. It doesn't really need to run full fat MacOS either, but it needs to be able to run the desktop apps within iPad OS. "Just buy a Mac!" I hear someone say. If I can't draw on it, its useless to me. So, no.

[@opiapr]

So get a Mac and an iPad 😂

[@michaelgilbert4005]

MacOS on the new M4 iPad Pro is the missing piece to the puzzle. Why increase its power if the OS can't utilize it? It's like putting a Porsche engine into a Volkswagon.

[@williss9995]

Great suggestions and a nice presentation Dave. Even so there is no way can I agree with you on buying two machines to complete the tasks one machine should perform? Apple has hit the mark on fast processing! Now a longer lasting battery and a few user friendly software enhancements could make the IPad the industry’s computer of choice? Or will we have to endure another iteration of the same?

[@DavidLewisTech]

good points!

[@frankclifton8796]

I love how relevant and concise your presentations are. You are a rhetoric expert! Cheers from Sweden

[@DavidLewisTech]

Wow, thank you! Thats so kind of you - and hello fro the UK d

[@parkofile1173]

The iPad rear camera is aa good as your main camera. Did you process the KZbin like that intentially?

[@DavidLewisTech]

there was no processing on that clip at all - I just made the audio a little louder, but that was all

[@BommeltjeNL]

I have had Mac comuters since 2012 and I loved it, but since I bought my iPad Pro 2017 I have not used my Mac anymore. I am a seasoned iPad user with over 600 apps installed and I can do everything I want to do, photo/video editing, operate my weatherstation, drone and telescope, astrophoto editing, webdesign and content management, digital painting, designing, connecting to my job network and so on and so on. I received my 2TB iPad Pro with nano texture a week ago and returned it the same day. Last night my money was returned and I ordered the 2TB iPad Pro with normal glass instead. Monday it will be delivered. The keyboard and Pencil Pro are on my table here, eagerly awaiting their 'colleague' 😂

[@DavidLewisTech]

I’m heading to London over the weekend to make my mind up over the glass…I’ll keep you posted. The accessories are amazing though

[@chelsea100485]

What app are you using for the telescope control? Have you got one for doing lucky imaging from the scope as well?

[@BommeltjeNL]

I use Dwarflab for telescope control and SkySafari Pro for checking targets. What do you mean with lucky imaging. Just pointing the telescope somewhere?

[@chelsea100485]

Lucky imaging is when you take a video instead of a photo and then you use some software to find the best frames from the video to combine the “luckiest” frames (the ones with least atmospheric distortion). Good for imaging the planets. I use some tools on my PC for this if you’ve got something similar on iPad that would be awesome!

[@BommeltjeNL]

No, there no automated app for that on iPadOS. Instead of video we use multiple individual photos and in for example Siril (on PC or Mac) you can choose which files to use for stacking. So stacking on an iPad is not really working. You really need a beast of a PC for that to work good. But editing single file photos (already stacked) should be possible on the iPad, although we are still waiting for an app to be able to read and edit fits files. The iPads are getting better and better, stronger each year, but the waiting is for a software engeneer to create such an app.

[@hatmanularbore]

I want to sincerely thank you for the wonderful video you shared. I truly appreciate your effort and dedication. Thanks again!

[@DavidLewisTech]

Glad you enjoyed it - and thank you so much for the Super Thanks - that’s so kind of you!

[@tammyfratus]

Just recently, my windows computer went out. Everything else I use is Apple, so I thought I would try and use my M1 IPAD Pro with a monitor. It was somewhat different, but now I love it! I am going to get the M4 IPAD PRO 2 TB for longevity with the Magic Keyboard and accessories. I am going to buy the Office 365 for $ 9.99 month family 6 screens. I use Verizon, so I will have the internet wherever I go. I love the videos about using an IPAD PRO for more than just watching video content. I have learned so much on your channel. Thank you.

[@DavidLewisTech]

hi Tammy - I love stories like these! Thank you. The moment I hooked it up to my Studio Display it simply felt as if I was working on a desktop! This keyboard is AMAZING Tammy!

[@NirHason]

Thank you for creathing this video. Very informative ! I would change it to the non coated version for sure! you can always add those screen protectors that mimics a paper-like feel to get a similar result.

[@DavidLewisTech]

...you read my mind and it's in the notes to mention just that in this week's video. I know I've made the right decision for me. Thanks for getting involved 👍🏻

[@NirHason]

@@DavidLewisTech I’m going to watch it now. I took the M4 13” 1TB + Cellular, keyboard and the pencil pro…not cheap at all, I must say haha, but the last iPad I bought was the iPad 4 so it was time to add an M before the 4 😜

[@DavidLewisTech]

A great choice!! 👊🏻

[@papadougpapadougsadventures]

I purchased the M4 13” iPad Pro with 512 and cellular. Other than the absolutely beautiful screen I don’t notice any difference. I don’t use the pencil so I didn’t buy it. I did get the keyboard because I had it on my previous pro 12.9”. My main purpose in buying it was to stay more current as I’m leaving the country in Jan 2024. Not sure that was worth $2048 but it’s done. I own the 13” M2 MacBook Pro and I never use it. Thought I would transition from the iPad and I just didn’t.

[@k.vn.k]

The weight is noticeably lighter.

[@gwvaio]

lol do you need an apprentice? You have money to blow on products you don’t use.

[@papadougpapadougsadventures]

@@k.vn.k I really don’t notice that it’s that much lighter when the keyboard is installed although I know it is lighter

[@papadougpapadougsadventures]

@@gwvaio 😂

[@DavidLewisTech]

Thanks for sharing - I’ve never used my Macs less than this past week!

[@AdamSanges]

Great video as always David. Always appreciate the effort and quality of your videos especially when stacked against the big guys around here. I think if you feel like you're going to regret it then definitely look to change the model out for the regular one and not the nano-texture. Just a note though on the cost savings, the 512GB model does come with the binned M4 chip, but realistically I think it would hard to know any different in use when it's already so fast.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Hey Adam - how are you doing today? Thanks for the lovely comments - it honestly dopes help. As you say, it’s not easy out here…although it is great fun! Yeah I think another, final trip into London will be required this weekend to help make my mind up one way or another. There is still this nagging doubt in my mind and I need to answer it… Yeah, if I do drop down to the 512 GB model, I know it’s the binned chip, but as you say, will I notice it? Probably not. Thanks again for watching, commenting and getting involved. D

[@mjp5546]

Great video, thank you. Swap out the Nano, the main issue from my perspective is how easily it scratches so long term unless you are lucky you will end up with scratches.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Thanks for sharing - I’m heading to London later today to make my final decison…keep your eyes out for my thoughts

[@Tech4YourNeeds]

When I got the original Magic Keyboard, I first put a skin on it for the reasons you mentioned. Thanks for the tip on Grammarly I have the same problem.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Glad I could help!

[@Coatsey007]

I’d be interested in seeing you do another video after a year’s use, not using any other device. I have an iPad Pro and it’s a basic consumption and work device but when I wanna get anything serious done the operating system and the apps are available on pro.

[@DavidLewisTech]

yeah - I hope it’s not a flash in the pan. It’s given me a new zest for working - something fresh. I will always be a Mac man but the iPad may yet replace the need for the MacBook Air…as good as that Mac is….

[@mikespies786]

Thank you for this. Your pace, candour, and approach are spot on, and your production quality and content are easy to follow, listen to, and learn from. Much appreciated. I was deciding between replacing my old (2015) MacBook Pro and the new M4 iPad with the Magic Keypad as my only device. Your video has given me the confidence to go iPad only. I'm now fully subscribed and wish you luck getting to 10K by the end of summer! Cheers from Ontario, Canada.

[@DavidLewisTech]

You're very welcome and hello Ontario! Honestly, you'll not be disappointed with your choice - this iPad has opened my eyes to what I'd been missing...

[@jamesgaskin7762]

Great video! As much as I have tried, I just can’t get an iPad to fit into my workflow or day to day. It just ends up being a KZbin screen. MacBook and iPhone for me 👍🏼

[@DavidLewisTech]

ah you see, I hate using the iPhone! It’s there as the beating heart of the whole ecosystem, but I hardly ever use it. The biggest issue I need to sort out is writing on the iPad in Ulysses - at the moment there are too many issues. Once that is sorted out, I will be an iPad/MacBook user. Great to hear from you - cheers

[@PathfinderARA]

Thanks for providing this honest review! I ordered my iPad last night. I went with the 1TB because you get the better chip. It isn't like we're buying iPads every day. This machine should last me 4 - 6 years.

[@dccd3237]

I bought the same model you did. I keep iPads until they’re well past supported date - right up to when they stop giving security updates. I’m on my iPad more than my phone, and this time I anticipate it’ll steal more time from my laptop that I have to open from time to time. I’ll save a ton of time in video rendering alone.

[@PathfinderARA]

@@dccd3237 I have been waiting for a bigger iPad for years because I have a physical disability, and it helps me navigate. I would have preferred a 14-inch iPad, but there's probably no demand for that, at least yet.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Good choice! You are future proofed. And as AI takes a grip in the years ahead, I think you are well positioned. I hope you enjoy yours as much as I’m enjoying mine

[@PathfinderARA]

@@DavidLewisTech You're absolutely right! Artificial intelligence is one of my new best friends! I have always been good at composing language, but it has brought that up significantly. It would be awesome to see what a younger version of me could do in school nowadays.

[@DavidLewisTech]

hell - I know exactly what you mean. Aren’t these exciting times…

[@hippoilove]

David! I’ve been keeping up and watching your videos since before the new iPads were released. From listening to you talk, it sounds to me like you might be happier switching to the regular display. I think you won’t have that nagging thought in the back of your head, and going with your gut is usually what’s best

[@DavidLewisTech]

Awesome! Thank you! Yeah, I need to sort it out for once and for all. I’m going to head into London this weekend to make my mind up

[@davemeadows6688]

New subscriber here. If I were you I’d return and get the 512gb with the standard display. If you’re mostly indoors you don’t need the nano screen. Also, did you get the WiFi only or the cellular version. That was my main dilemma. Thanks.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Hi there Dave - firstly, thank you so much for the sub! Almost certainly I am going to head back into London over the weekend and spend some time comparing again. I’m still torn, but I think there is a very good chance I’ll swap. Text is the main issue I’m finding - it just looks a little less sharp. I only ordered the wi-if model as I’m nearly always at home or in the studio and if I am away from home - I simply hotspot from my iPhone. If I do swap, I may well drop down to 512 GB - that £500 refund will help pay for Final Cut as my 90 day free trial is about to run out. Not often I get money back from Apple!! Thanks again for the sub 👌🏻

[@andrewsauter8749]

Thanks for the video! I heard the nanotexture feels so much better when using your fingers for gestures and when writing with the pencil compared to the standard gloss screen. Definitely try those out side by side and would be great to get your take on that. I’m thinking about the nanotexture so I don’t have to keep buying paperlike screen protectors to make using a pencil a much better experience. Using pencil on standard display is not a good experience. Also paperlike etc give a Matt look anyway unless you are not going to use one. Thanks! 👌👍

[@DavidLewisTech]

Hi there Andrew - thanks for watching and commenting. Well, I may be able to help you there - my plan is to get into London this weekend and make another (final) comparison. Right now I’m torn, but I` think I may change. There is a little drag when using the pencil and it does replicate the feeling of paper fairly realistically. My only concern is that text looks a little less sharp…I hope to cover these points in next weeks video Andrew. Thanks again. D

[@andrewsauter8749]

@@DavidLewisTech You’re welcome. You will more than likely need a paperlike screen protector to use the pencil properly on the standard screen. Would be good to know if the text has the same issue through a paperlike screen protector.

[@DavidLewisTech]

well Andrew, as my exchange window closes, I’ll be heading into London later to make my final decision…I’ll bear the pencil issue in mind. Look out - there will be an update soon!

[@papadougpapadougsadventures]

I’d recommend swapping for the standard screen. The 512 has a different level of processor so keep that in mind. I watched benchmark tests and didn’t see an appreciable difference in performance

[@DavidLewisTech]

there is so much headroom on here, I’m not sure if the binned chip would matter that much…

[@DogLover-wg4fx]

Really nice video: keep up the great effort.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Thank you very much!

[@0xRovex]

If 1TB is a bit overkill for ya then you should definitely consider switching since iPad isn't going to be THE ONLY main device and you already have a macbook. For the display, i think it depends on ya! If you're someone who uses iPad mainly with the magic keyboard, avoid touching the display and mostly stays indoor as you had mentioned in the video, returning the nano glass and saving that extra cash is no-brainer. Anyways, that was a pretty well explained video about every new iPad's accessories as well as appreciate ya for letting us know about the bugs, prevention methods and experiences. U just earned my sub homie! ❤

[@DavidLewisTech]

my man - THANK YOU! Heading to London over the weekend to make my final shout on the nano texture display. I’ll keep you posted and thanks again for the sub!

[@oricalco555co9]

Great video and very informative. I have one on order with the same spec as the one you’re using. Got to wait another few weeks for it though!

[@DavidLewisTech]

Hope you enjoy it! I’m, an iPad convert - loving it so far! Thanks for watching and commenting too

[@DavidLewisTech]

I'm starting work on it today!! :-)

[@ChrisFrand]

I like the idea of the Magic Keyboard but I will probably never get it because it doesn’t cover the corners of the iPad

[@DavidLewisTech]

there is a small lip around the edge and it is SO comfortable to type on…go try one. I thinkl you’ll love it!

[@HistoryNut-1701]

I also found the same issue with Grammarly on my M1 iPad Pro when docked to the keyboard. Using “Scribble” on your iPad with the Apple Pencil won’t work when the Grammarly keyboard is enabled. I’m not sure I need and should spend the upgrade cost for the new M4 Pro from my carrier. The M2 iPad Air, even with its lower-end display, is more affordable, works with the Magic Keyboard I already have, and will still be more powerful than my M1 iPad Pro.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Hi Thomas - yeah this glitch with the keyboard is very odd - particularly as this is a first party genuine manufacturers keyboard. from everything I’ve heard the M2 Air is a great tablet and I’d guess there is no compelling reason to get the latest and greatest! I mean, I know to my cost they don’t come cheap!

[@HistoryNut-1701]

@@DavidLewisTech The major downgrade from the Pro to the Air as I see it is the USB-C port. On the Pro is is a 40GB Thunderbolt port, but on the Air it is a 10GB USB-C port.

[@DavidLewisTech]

yup - I gety the feeling that the thunderbold port is something I’ll get to use more and more. The flexibilty and expansion it offers is awesome

[@jacksonjones8734]

Had to do a double take - only six thousand soubscribers! Great video and informative.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Wow, thanks! That means the world…working hard and improving my skills - let's hope I can crack 10,000 subs this year! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment…d

[@alexanderalexander2824]

Black, white, all shades of gray and r+g+b combinations are color-balanced and do not evoke a significant mental response like other colors and do not tire, black is also a calming color and evening wear is black. This is not visible in the video, which indicates their low quality, but in reality the frames are dark blue due to the standard anti-reflective coating and accordingly match the black and blue color of the body. Since mid-2019, the side frames of the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air have become pleasantly narrow. On one of the TV models, LG added a tapering small transparent frame on all sides to the black frame, which is very harmonious for stationary devices. Some reviewers believe that the wide black frames promote deep diving. For you personally, the narrow frames of the iPad Pro are the same as those of your phone, laptop, monitor, and TV, and this means a very pleasant, constantly pleasing harmony. Almost narrow frames allow you to reduce the size of the device without reducing the screen size.

[@DavidLewisTech]

thank you as ever Alexander 👌🏻

[@Whatmobiledeal]

£500 saving makes sense when you don’t need 1TB storage and you can always get a screen protector called paperlike for peanuts. Fully expect an update video saying you’ve swapped out 😉 #subscribed

[@DavidLewisTech]

thanks for the sub man! I stayed with the 1 TB - in the end, I figured it was money that I'd already spent and I love knowing that I'm future-proofed too. For me though the display without nano texture suits my needs far better

[@michaellatta]

I have the 2TB m1 iPad and only use a bit over 1TB. I have 100s of movies on it for travel entertainment. My 2TB Mac is more full with work files and emails. I am sure I could make the 1TB work next time.

[@DavidLewisTech]

hi there - built-in, onboard storgae is always king and a great piece of mind too isn’t it Michael…

[@stevewellwood8288]

Great video , really clear , I would like your thoughts on the air , I use mine as a computer I have the M1 chip version I don’t edit video , just work and personal emails ,work CRM ,word ,Excell (minor use reading spreadsheets created by other People ) Notes ,Reminders , Games , watching content , compared to my work laptop its lighter to carry, I drive around a lot , the battery lasts all day no trouble and I just use a secondary supplier case keyboard , I dont have to type a lot , social media etc is all done on this I hardly use my phone as its just as quick to use the ipad

[@DavidLewisTech]

hi there Steve - firstly, it’s great to hear from you. Thanks for watching and commenting. I haven’t bought the Air (a case of ££££) but I can certainly relate to it and give you my thoughts this week… Cheers d

[@hippoilove]

I have a 2018 MacBook Pro and it’s time to upgrade my tech. Thinking of switching to the iPad Pro, but worried I will be limited to iPadOS. Waiting until WWDC before I decide between buying the new iPad Pro or a new MacBook. I’ve never had an iPad but the form factor seems so great when paired with the Magic Keyboard. Do you think we’ll see any major improvements to iPadOS at WWDC? Would love to see a video on what you’re expecting to come to iPadOS at WWDC.

[@DavidLewisTech]

As a diehard Mac user, I’ve honestly found few problems switching to working on the iPad other than for audio and video work

[@Iamcharliewren]

Really enjoyed your video! Interesting and well thought out. You have a new sub!

[@DavidLewisTech]

Stunning! Thank you Charlie - that means the world to me!

[@gregcoad9153]

Excellent video. The iPad Pro w/keyboard and pencil is the ultimate daily driver. Does so many things that a MacBook cannot do. On the flip side, the MacBook does very little that an iPad cannot do and for most of us, those few things are meaningless. I don’t get why so many people opt for a MacBook over an iPad these days. I understand for very specific applications, there is no substitute for a Mac. But for the rest of us, the iPad offers so much more. And completely agree with your opinion on MacOS coming to iPads… why??? Please don’t ever do that Apple. iPadOS is just way too good. MacOS on an iPad would be a crime.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Yup - apart from video and audio work, I think I could do nearly everything on this iPad and iPadOS

[@LOUDERthanU]

Great review thanks. Agree the apple pencil is under-utilised as a tool for app management. I have replaced my 2018 12.9” pro with the new 13” pro with 256gb. Its the device i spend the bulk of my time on and i expect it to last another 5-6 years for my use case. I’m eagerly awaiting the updates to Procreate for the apple pencil

[@DavidLewisTech]

I need to use the pencil more - early day…but I’ll get there. I’m loving the iPad life so far

[@ScottSchulzVlogs]

Are you sure you can edit direct from an external SSD on Final Cut? Everything I’ve read says you can’t so hence why they say you need 1 TB to store ask your raw video files you’re working with.

[@DavidLewisTech]

yeah Scott - the latest version of Final Cut For iPad 2 allows you to edit directly from an SSD. That file you saw on the iPad was from the Smasung T7 SSD - it never touched the iPad. Once the Final Cut Camera app is available I’ll be looking into it more. Cheers d

[@ScottSchulzVlogs]

@@DavidLewisTech good to know! This saves me $ and pushes me to finally buy it

[@DavidLewisTech]

…and swapped to the non-nano screen yesterday too. Full video later this week…

[@MichaelRuppJapan]

I really like your video editing, content and presentation! One correction though, not 60 Hz, for charging, but even when we are talking watts, it seems that the M4 iPads are maxing out between 20 and 30 watts.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Thanks for that! I honestly thought I’d read somewhere that it supports 60 Hz although Apple are pretty sketchy about this info aren’t they? Thanks for the compliments too - I think I’m finding my style now…🤞🏼

[@MichaelRuppJapan]

They certainly are. My point was that it isn't Hz which refers to frequency but rather WATTS which is used for power.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Ah - got ya! 👊🏻

[@paulwoodward8265]

Nice. Great video as always. Glad you’re not finding iPadOS too limiting. I do struggle with multitasking on it as a system admin/developer. I also struggle with scaling on my widescreen display, and the way audio gets stolen from a background app like Music when the foreground app makes a sound. Also accessing external mics and cameras on a Thunderbolt Display is very temperamental. On a MacBook Air everything just works. And I can’t just plug in a webcam direct to the iPad with external display as it only has a single usb connector. As a professional IT worker, I can go to a client site with a MacBook with confidence, but with an iPad there is a far greater risk they’ll be something I can’t do. So yeah, if I’m dropping 1500 plus on a device like this, I’d like the option to boot into a fully functional OS for when that makes sense. Because the hardware can do what I want spinning on its head. I hope WWDC brings some radical change to iPadOS when it’s in ‘laptop mode’.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Hi there Paul - wonderful to hear from you again. You make some great points and some that I should probably cover - such as using my Canon with it. I think thats something I’ll cover…great idea. Overall, switching to mainly using the iPad this week has been far more pain free than I’d have expected. I have had some user specific issues. Ulysses is a pain to write in and the Medium app is far from perfect. Some of these problems are down to the app rather than the iPad. I’ve used the Studio Display a few times and it adds a new dimension and makes it a far more desk-like experience. I’ll keep an eye out on the window re-sizing. Thanks for a great response. Today I’m heading to Battersea to make a final call on the display….

[@paulwoodward8265]

@@DavidLewisTech Thanks! I have to say though, despite my reservations about iPadOS, the device is absolutely incredible. I love it. I really wish it was all the laptop I need, unfortuately it is a very expensive sidekick a lot of the time. But when I can use it, it's so so nice. That display!! The build quality. The speed. Peak Apple.

[@DavidLewisTech]

I’ve been watching the French Open on it in the evening as the iPad blows my TV away! I’m working on it now replying to comments and have just done my cloud based accounts on it too - it’s bloody amazing!! New video later today Paul comparing the the M3 MacBook Air to the M4 iPad Pro 👍🏻

[@tom51558]

Great video. Lots of great information thank you.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Hey Tom - thanks fella! Glad you enjoyed it! 👍🏻

[@EmadApple]

Subscribed 😊

[@DavidLewisTech]

Top Man - thank you!

[@DavidLewisTech]

👍🏻👊🏻

[@nikhafizal1246]

Hey Mr David, Does the this new m4 iPad Pro output 120hz to an external display? A bit jarring and dizzy-ing for me looking down and up to my monitor when the 'smoothness' or 'fluidity' changes on my m1 iPad Pro. Thanks mate

[@DavidLewisTech]

Hi there Nic - great to hear from you. In answer to your question, I think not, sadly. I think it only supports external displays at upto 6K at 60Hz - I may be wrong, but thats my understanding. I get what you meant though, if the external display has a slower refersh rate it could look awkwrad… D

[@whatsbestnow]

So if you could only have one device to use which one would you choose a large iPad pro 5G or MacBook Air?. I cannot afford both. I do emails, spread sheets and online accounting software. I'm wondering how much battery power gets used on iPhone when tethering to MacBook air. I'm just not sure about using excel on the iPad and the limited Microsoft Outlook on iPad.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Hi - if you can run to a keyboard too, I’d say probably go with the iPad. I’m a diehard Mac user, but this iPad has proven what I’ve been missing…the kind of work you describe is perfect for an iPad!

[@Isengardtom]

Nice video I Subscribed The iPad is also great to work together with the Mac using Universal control

[@DavidLewisTech]

Thanks for the sub! Yup Universal Control is just brilliant isn’t it!

[@DavidLewisTech]

.....I've been at the desk with the iPad for the past 90-minuets replying to all your AMAZING comments. Thanks guys. If I've missed anyone...I'm sorry. More content to come. 👌🏻

[@SpaceShrimp]

60 Hz... 60 Watts ;) great video, just discovered your channel. good job :)

[@DavidLewisTech]

Welcome aboard! Great to have you with us!

[@rohanhettiaratchy]

Great video! Very useful and you’ve a great presentation style. Keep it up

[@DavidLewisTech]

Thanks a ton Ron!

[@zoganje]

Interesting what people are saying. I'm really enjoying the nano texture glass on my Studio Display and I think I would enjoy it on new iPP's as well. It's so much easier on the eyes and I do too work with text primarily. Great video as always, David. Keep up the good work!

[@DavidLewisTech]

Great to hear! I have a Studio Display in front of me now without nano - and there is so much reflection! It could just be a case of getting used to it I guess. Thanks for watching and commenting

[@zoganje]

I know what you're talking about. The standard glass would instantly burn my eyeballs. Especially in the well lit environment. You get used to the nature of a matte display rather quickly. I cannot imagine myself going back to a glossy display (and I'm not even working in a super bright environment). Not a chance. I guess I'll be switching to a new iPad but not before Apple offers the nano-texture option on the base iPP models because I don't really need all that power.

[@DavidLewisTech]

I’m heading to London over the weekend to make my final FINAL decision on the nano texture display…I’ll be keeping you posted…

[@zoganje]

@@DavidLewisTech That's great to hear David. I hope you find what suits you best. Just go with your gut feeling and leave other opinions aside. Let me leave you with a quote from Joshua Ginter's review of the ASD: "But there is a place for the nano texture display, and it’s on a lot more desks than others have been led to believe."

[@DavidLewisTech]

hi ya - I followed my heart and have swapped it over….full video to follow

[@alexanderalexander2824]

As it became clear from Apple WWDC 2024 Keynote, the capabilities of the “Files” program have not increased and work with files will be carried out using the same rather complex methods. In the case of HDD, an increase in disk capacity meant an increase in the internal disk cache, although the operating system rationally uses free memory to buffer I/O, the longitudinal recording density on cylinders also increased, as well as the number of cylinders, which, with an almost constant rotation speed due to the above factors, meant a much higher speed operation of a larger capacity disk. In the case of an SSD, there is no transition from cylinder to cylinder and the time spent on this, but there is no direct effect from the presence of simultaneously working magnetic heads in the HDD. We can assume that higher-capacity drives use more advanced technologies that also provide higher performance. If data is stored in the Cloud, in case there is no connection to it, a copy of the Cloud data is created on disk for reading the record and synchronizing if there is a connection. Since the volume of Cloud data can be large, it also requires a significant amount of space on the computer’s SSD, and now there is an 8 terabyte option. In this case, both the cost of the computer’s SSD and the additional Cloud capacity are paid.

[@DavidLewisTech]

very insightful - thanks as always! 🤛🏻

[@Evan_Rodgers]

Great video David. Cheers.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Glad you enjoyed it Evan - thanks a million fella!

[@rcinabout4418]

But do you need the 16gb of ram? If you change to the 512gb you will only have 8gb ram

[@DavidLewisTech]

yeah, I’ve decided if I swap the nano I will stick with 1 TB so I have the unbinned chip

[@rcinabout4418]

That’s what I’d do , not much point of having best screen on the market if you’re going to hinder it 👍🏼

[@DavidLewisTech]

yup - and future-proofed too

[@brettseventytwo]

Thanks for the great content.

[@DavidLewisTech]

My pleasure! And a Super Thanks as well - thats so kind. Thank you!!

[@chrisbrown-lx7qz]

how much is 800 yen is it 2 dollar in American money

[@DavidLewisTech]

yup - about that and it really matters. It means so much to me and I'm ever so grateful 🙏🏻

[@catchrelax]

Very good shown!

[@DavidLewisTech]

thank you

[@philipb1889]

If you look closely, you start to think he looks like David Beckam's more intellectual brother :) haha

[@DavidLewisTech]

I’ll take that!! :-)

[@brendonwhartonfit]

I think it just needs a desktop web browser…mobile websites suck sometimes

[@DavidLewisTech]

Agreed! I hate mobile browers! Glad I’m not alone! Thanks for taking timne to comment!

[@suli_xli]

After my GCSEs I’m looking to buy an 11 inch iPad Pro, I was wondering if it is worth also getting a monitor so I could use an external keyboard and mouse with the monitor and iPad while at home at my desk, but then I could just use the iPad when I’m at school for example. What do you think? Is there any point also getting a monitor?

[@bovro7636]

I think it is worth getting a monitor as it can transform the iPad into a desktop whenever you choose, and obviously you get a larger screen

[@suli_xli]

@@bovro7636 ok thanks, so the 11 inch iPad Pro with a monitor is a good combo?

[@DavidLewisTech]

the external monitor opens up its capabilities! Do it!

[@bovro7636]

@@suli_xli Yeah that sounds good to me. If you prefer the 11” as the tablet form factor then using it on an external monitor would transform the screen and be very handy for work requiring a large screen

[@suli_xli]

@@bovro7636 ok thanksss

[@manoharmeka999]

No speaker test?

[@gstevens6948]

All videos out now say that the speakers are NOT as good… understandable considering the enclosure is smaller.

[@manoharmeka999]

@@gstevens6948 13 inches one is as par with the old. Only the 11 inches messed up. People play music with no voice for audio comparison, also I could find only two or three people doing that audio test.

[@DavidLewisTech]

I’ll get on to that next week

[@manoharmeka999]

@@DavidLewisTech Thanks. If possible, please do 11 inch also.

[@DavidLewisTech]

OUCH - if I had the money or get a sponsor I promise I’ll test it for you. But I have to buy all this kit…it’s not a cheap game fella!

[@Dzineboy]

Just remember, if you drop down to 512 MB, you will also lose one core and one performance core on the M4 chip and reduce the RAM from 16MB to 8 MB.

[@bovro7636]

8GB of RAM on these iPads is still very effective. M4 is just overall very efficient

[@DisasterMaster3K]

Lol it’s 512gb not 512mb. 8gb of ram on a iPad is over kill if not on par. 16gb of ram is over kill. I have the 512gb of storage on my M4 13 inch iPad and I can do 90% or more of the same thing you can do on the 16gb ram version. I will never run out of storage on this iPad. Before this iPad the max storage I had on a iPad was 256gb. You pay for what you need.

[@DavidLewisTech]

yeah - and with AI possibly about to change everything, I may regret it….

[@Andy-rc9db]

@@DavidLewisTechI went in the opposite direction (kinda). I originally bought the 13” 512GB, but switched it out for the 1TB, just because of the differential in RAM and that additional CPU core. Personally, I don’t upgrade my iPads regularly and I’d rather spend an additional £400 now if it means I get additional year or so out of it down the line. I appreciate YMMV.

[@DavidLewisTech]

yeah Andy - I agree. I’ll be heading to London later to make a final decision on the nano texture, but either way I think I’ll stick with the 1 TB model to future proof myself….

[@williammclean6594]

The reason people want Mac OS on it I is because it has incredible hardware but it's basically a big phone. All the apps on it can be run on the M1. So apple is really charging you way too much if you can't like take advantage of it with any of the software. Ipad pro is supposed to be for professionals, but there's really hardly any professional apps. the video editing apps that it has, it's better to do that stuff on PC because It's just way slower. Editing a video on iPad because there's no keyboard. Shortcuts and you waste a lot of time pressing with the pencil or your finger

[@DavidLewisTech]

Hi there William - as you may know, I’m new to iPad life so it has been an interesting experiment for me to find out how the two OS compare. If I reach for my iPad, I’m not looking for it to be a Mac - I know which device suits the task I have in mind the best, so I don’t mind that iPadOS differs from macOS. I will wait to try editing in Final Cut until I’ve had that training I mentioned, but from what I’ve seen of it this week Apple seems to have optimised screen real estate for FCP on iPad.

[@williammclean6594]

@@DavidLewisTech I've never tried an iPad either. This will be my first one. But that's what I hear. Everybody complains about professionals like it because it's easy to get a lot of stuff done. And they would like to replace their laptop with it. But the bad file management and being really clunky doing certain PC. Things isn't there yet. They would just have to make iPad OS better. Like how Samsung does with Samsung Dex It mimics a PC way better than what Apple does with stage manager. Android has a overall better file manager than iPad. It's more close to Windows. You can save things to certain places. And the complaints with iPad is It saves all your photos and things to like photo apps even though they're files. And if you're saving video sometimes it won't even open the file. You have to download like a video viewing app and then open the file that you're looking for from that app. That can be a real hassle if you're like a professional photographer or something like that I'm sure that Apple wants you to have both but with the limitations to iPad They're really overcharging you. Because a macbook is way cheaper than an iPad. I'd be upset to spend like $4,000 on iPad but couldn't do everything my MacBook could.

[@DavidLewisTech]

It’s interesting that you mention Samsung and DEX - later today the latest episode of my Minus Sixteen podcast comes out. We had Tech With Benefits (Daniel Scutteri) on and he is pure Samsung. We had a great chat.. Re the photos and video files issue, that is something that I’ll keep an eye on. Most of my photo work is on SD cards from my Canon. I intend to use my hub and import them directly to Lightroom, but I will keep my eye on that now…thanks d

[@crumblebee6728]

Just the option dude! Just the option to dual boot if you want - if you're paying THOUSANDS for something with the best chip ever that Apple has ever put out, you should have the option.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Yeah, my man - I can see that is a valid argument. I’m not sure Apple would ever want to give us that though as they’d cut off their noses by selling even less Macs. Great to hear from you fella - cheers D

[@PSy84]

"boot" is something Apple doesnt like. Apple will try to remove mac in the next generation. The future is ipad esp kids and high school students now are more familiar to iPhone than complex mac or windows. The future is cloudbased files, AI, and apps that doesnt allow piracy and those are only possible to iPads. That's why no netflix on macs. iPad OS just need to polish file management with AI that detects piracy for ebooks, pdfs, videos etc. Same how youtube detects copyright

[@DavidLewisTech]

part of the appeal of an iPad is that it’s kind of unbreakable! Whether Macs will ever die, I’m not so certain of, but the future could well be more focused on iPads - I think you are on to something…

[@adrianjenkins2447]

Interesting Video, and you may have solved by recent issue with keyboards and a couple of apps (Grammerly)! Regarding you comments regarding MACiPad ownership, I think the ratio of people who own both will diminish. As iPads become more powerful and versatile, our grand children, who learn IOS from an ealry age, and progress onto IpadOS, at school and beyond will stop buying ‘classic’ desktops/laptops as they know the nuances of mobile systems (Android/IOS) and will be able todo stuff that confuses us oldies! Still umming re the 1TB version but their apparent shortage of spply may mean I will need to get the 512gb or be patient, current delivery is the week of WWDC!

[@DavidLewisTech]

Hi there Adrian - I think you may well be on to something - I know my 25 year old daughter does virtually everything from her iPhone! As you say as these iPads more and more capable, the need to use laptops & desktops will diminish. Great to hear from you - thank you! ✌🏻

[@adrianjenkins2447]

@@DavidLewisTech Good morning, and many thanks. Likely to get eh 1TB version, not for the extra chip, but the storage, if I’m away for a long weekend I can import my photos onto the iPad for reviewing/editing with out the need for an external SSD. Also the RAM may be beneficial in certain apps. Have a great weekend, and looking forward to the next video.

[@DavidLewisTech]

cheers Adrain - it’s a long weekend in the UK (not certain whereabouts you are) but I will be heading to London later to make my final shout on the nano texture. One thing is almost for certain though, I’ll stick with the 1 TB model…have a great weekend. d

[@adrianjenkins2447]

@@DavidLewisTech Opps sorry for the delay, I’m also UK based, Londinium. I saw your videos over the weekend going into Battersea to exchange your iPad. Still not got mine yet, I don’t need it. If the new iPad mini had been announced, I would have snapped that up immediately, but it wont be released until the new new 2nd gen 2nm chip is out for he iPhone, and I suspect it will have that chip as the mini is used for mobile gaming by many, apparently. i recommend you get yourself a mini (second hand if need be) to try it out before the new Mini is announced I don’t use mine enough but when I do, it is brilliant for doing stuff on the go, such as editing simple videos from my action camera after a walk, whilst in the pub. Next tiem you are up in the smoke.

[@DavidLewisTech]

hi Adrian - yeah, I know there is a lot of love for the mini...and now I'm a paid-up member of the iPad club n'all...! PS - Battersea is a lovely store. Have you been yet?

[@truckbomb1]

I stipulate your iPad video content is very helpful and valuable, maybe the best on KZbin. May I humbly suggest that you slow down your speech a bit so that the content can be better absorbed thus understood? Your natural accent plus the underlying CC text in German (here in the US) impedes for this American who has visited Europe (and Germany) for decades. I look forward to your valuable presentations and have subscribed.

[@DavidLewisTech]

Thanks for the tip!

[@hatmanularbore]

Mulțumim!

[@DavidLewisTech]

A super thanks!! Thank you, thank you, thank you…that means so much!

[@CB-sk7fx]

Thank you

[@DavidLewisTech]

You're welcome - thank you!

[@SciFi.805]

Not a keeper yet until iPad can run MacOS Video Streaming capabilities using MacOS software.

[@DavidLewisTech]

do you think those options will come to iPadOS anytime soon?

[@Wankidy]

Dude, you need to upgrade your 55" TV if you prefer watching videos on a 13" tablet.

[@DavidLewisTech]

As soon as I get a good AdSense month here on KZbin, it’s on the list, my man!

[@davepounds8924]

That’s fine if you can do all your work just an IPAD OS You don’t need a MacBook then!!

[@DavidLewisTech]

I do for audio and full video editing. I can do some FCP work but no plugins means its limited…

[@hamedizzy5137]

Ditch the keyboard

[@DavidLewisTech]

I love this keyborad! Its stunning…

[@hamedizzy5137]

@@DavidLewisTech rather use my Mac and use an iPad like an I pad and as a second screen to me Mac.

[@DavidLewisTech]

I enjoy hooking it up to the Studio Display - it works brilliantly

[@hamedizzy5137]

@@DavidLewisTech I actually hook it up to my MacBook as a second screen a very portable multi display solition! Make sure you’re using thunderbolt 3 or 4 cables and not the charging cables they come with!

[@DavidLewisTech]

what a great idea - I’ll mention that this week in the video!

[@davekc7431]

so you dont want macos on ipad.. guess you dont want a proper file management system and the ability to run the apps which strangely enough work on a 'normal' mac but apple wont allow to be installed on ipad despite it running practically similar hardware. $AUD1700 (before accessories) for an 11" ipad pro running a crippled OS . im gonna have a stroke

[@DavidLewisTech]

I think what I’m saying is that macOS would be a welcome enough addition but the Files app seems fairly robust to me and an OK workaround