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[@HenryGao]

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[@alyssamarie5436]

this video is so helpful, I am an architecture student and no one at uni helps with this. Thank you so much!!

[@92dore]

Thanks - this addresses a lot of the things I've been thinking about.

[@Jotdotcom]

Yep, I returned the 11” model after a week and splashed out for the bigger one.

[@justjowithoute]

Thank you so much ! Torn between pro or air but based on this i think ill go with the air 5 :)

[@HenryGao]

I would too if I didn't want a larger display!

[@emiliaveraqui974]

Great video!

[@neilmartin2916]

very helpful.

[@bmacias8288]

Thank you Henry, I am about to upgrade my 5th gen I pad and really wanted to get the best for my needs. I do plenty of drawings and use it as another monitor. I also want it to go in the field with me for markups and meetings. Lastly and most important I want to be able to use Matterport for room scanning so the Lidar camera is a must. I was waiting for the I pad pro for that last reason most of all.

[@HenryGao]

I guess iPad Pro for your needs is most suitable! See if it goes on sales around Black Friday for older generation

[@bmacias8288]

@@HenryGao Hi Henry, Thank you for the response. Do use a cover for your iPad that allows the apple pencil to charge while in the sleeve? If so which one? Thank you in advance and thank you for the wonderful videos.

[@HenryGao]

@@bmacias8288 I've recently switched to the sleeve by PaperLike. It does everything you asked for.

[@phknutson]

How much RAM do you recommend for iPad Pro to use Procreate and Sketchup?

[@vseditqorials8243]

i wanna get an ipad for high school but I'm also planning on going into architecture school next year if i get accepted however my budget isn't that big. ik u mentioned that the bugger displays are better for drawing and whatnot, but i can only afford the 11'. do u think that its good enough for an arch student?

[@shrushtilohar6944]

Hey i will pursue product designing so i was thinking of purchasing ipad pro m2 chip and a gaming laptop for smooth software working I am confused i need suggestions

[@sofiasabato8700]

Hi, I study architecture and I want to buy an iPad to use uMake, does a 9 gen work for this?

[@rishikabhalwal1869]

I am so confused what to buy . Please tell me what to buy . I need it for graphic designing mostly photoshop and procreate

[@ebrewn]

i’m a suit designer what ipad should i go with?

[@roxanaattar]

what about 10 generation? is it good for architecture student?

[@mariasiddiqui9963]

Hi there, I'm interior designing student. Is ipad pro 11 inch 4th gen enough for me?

[@lydiaalex6342]

how about ipad 10 2022?

[@pratiknighot3863]

Hey Henry, I'm an interior designer. And would like to know if SketchUp performs good on the iPad. And can we render out images on ipad like we do in PC using SketchUp & vray5 ?

[@HenryGao]

You better stick with these on PC, especial the rendering part.

[@Cagrippa]

NICE VIDEO ITS A GOOD IDEA TO TAKE SMALL AMOUNT OF STORAGE AND BUY EXTERNAL OR CLOUD STORAGE BUT APPLE GIVES LESS RAM WHEN U CHOOSE LESS STORAGE

[@HenryGao]

Agree!

[@butterflyingaround]

Hi Henry, I have a question. I'm stuck between the Ipad Air and the Ipad Pro, I've never used one before and I'd like to improve my drawing skills, so I'd like to use apps like procreate and photoshop, but as a student I'd like to use the Ipad as well to take notes and to make long recordings of my lectures. So, I'm pretty hesitant because, actually, I can afford the Pro but in the same I can do without it and take the Air, if I don't use its features 100%. What would you advise to a beginner like me who wants to improve with this tool ? And I would like some advice also for the storage, because with the notes, drawings and procreate files I was thinking maybe to take a 256gb but I was wondering if the 128gb is way enough?

[@HenryGao]

I would consider Pro only if you want the larger 12.9" display, which is what I have. 256gb will be more comfortable, but you can survive on 128gb if you are careful. (I have 128gb, but I don't use it other than design work).

[@mohdsayed2234]

Thanks a lot for these important info. 👌👏👏 ... could u give us an experience or review for wacom cintique products ... even if it's gonna be a review for someone you know ... cause the wacom poducts has a tremendous display which is suitable for those like landscape architects and urban designers...🙏🙏🙏 and thanks a lot for that impressive content you showcase...

[@HenryGao]

I had a 24” cintique and sold it after acquiring iPad. The portability aspect was more important for me than having a larger display. iPad 12.9” is sufficient for my needs, knowing when to zoom in and out is key.

[@mohdsayed2234]

@@HenryGao I just wondered if u could have a landscape architect -who use it- as a guest to demonstrate his experience and its pros & cons from his POV .... and definitely if it's acceptable for you as an idea... And finally... thanks a lot...🙏🙏👏👏

[@maddy21091990]

Hi Henry, I am a budding landscape designer from India. I am planning to build basic models from SketchUp or Archicad and use the models in digital sketching apps to present it well. I used to have Microsoft surface Pro 7, but unfortunately not great sketching apps are window OS friendly. I am thinking of investing in an iPad pro 12.9 inch M2 chip, do you think this is a good idea? Thanks in advance, your videos are always helpful 🙂

[@HenryGao]

Absolutely this will last you for years to come! Many older models will handle sketching apps just fine too if you are looking for more cost effective options.

[@anamariaabad6991]

Its good because sketchup go for ipad it works more fast with complex model if you have m2

[@xx3868]

Hi i have a Ipad 4 and want to know if you can view a PDF AND listen to music/words as i am doing a Language course so need separate sound and PDF. On a Desktop, i can have multiple apps running, can you do this on Ipad 4 ? Thanks for any help.

[@HenryGao]

Sorry I can’t answer this for you

[@elimams]

Hi Henry. Just a question which into my mind. Is it better to buy an Ipad as an architect or a normal tablet? Knowing that sometimes you have to import your sketches to your laptop or desktop

[@HenryGao]

My personal opinion is iPad, you can do all those things with iPad.

[@user-rj5dn9ut7s]

What do you think about buying an iPad or a laptop for an abyss of interior design and a desire to learn design and self-study it through the available programs? Which is better, an iPad Air or a mid-performance laptop? Can you give me suggestions?

[@HenryGao]

Laptop will go further than an iPad.

[@alialomran3647]

Hi Henry, I have Samsung galaxy tab 7 plus, it does not have procreate or morpholio.. I do have concept though.. Do you recommend using apple iPad instead? Hope you try that Samsung device.

[@HenryGao]

Give concept a try and see if you like it, no reason to buy an iPad right away.

[@saulo22]

Hello, Henry. I have noticed in your videos that you don’t use a paper like screen protector. Have you tried? I am thinking about buying one but do not know whether it is really necessary. Thanks!

[@HenryGao]

I definitely use one and highly recommend anyone who plans to draw on the iPad getting one. You can find the product I use in the video description, called Paperfeel

[@saulo22]

Thank you!

[@jazlynn479]

Hello Henry! I use laptop for AutoCAD and 3D rendering. I was thinking to buy an ipad/ tablet for some presentation, sketches and zoom meeting, since I need a portable device to carry around. Do you recommend an ipad or samsung tab (eventhough I prefer ipad) since I'm using windows, so I'm afraid it won't work out with an ipad? I'd go for a suitable one and I don't want to regret for spending money on it. Thank you!

[@HenryGao]

I don’t think you will regret it. Many people use windows with IOS

[@suryanshu1112]

Hello! I want to have an iPad for drawing and presenting purpose mostly. What would you recommend, the normal iPad or IPad Air? I will mostly use procreate and morpho

[@HenryGao]

Latest generation both works.

[@scottbilben9627]

@@HenryGao Any difference to using the pencil between these models in regards to pencil pressure and tilt?

[@ariahyearwood9979]

Which iPad would u recommend for interior design first year student ? I currently have Macbook pro as my laptop

[@HenryGao]

I recommend watching my iPad videos before buying.

[@catherinegonzalez1188]

What about storage as an interior architect ?

[@HenryGao]

Same!

[@haneenkhan542]

Hey Henry, I was wondering wether an ipad is is worth buying for an interior designing student

[@HenryGao]

Absolutely!

[@charlesklempner8273]

I am a staring my company and need to produce drawings for decks. Is this something I can take a picture of the existing house and deck and then make additions and changes to produce a drawing for a permit. If so what I pad should I get.

[@HenryGao]

You can certainly achieve this on an iPad

[@charlesklempner8273]

@@HenryGao Thanks. My 39 year old brother passed away and now I have to be the boss. Going from the field to quickbooks, estimates, taxes and company structuring takes some time. He did the drawing hisself or paid a guy. So now I guess I am that guy. If you could do a Video on on the subject I am speaking on that would be great. Klempner design and Construction was the company and I have some other videos on you tube. Thanks Excellent informative videos.

[@lieslydacumos1360]

Hi, is it possible to use ipad 10th gen for procreate or other apps for designing?

[@HenryGao]

Yes, absolutely

[@cwgatti]

Does anyone here use iPad tablets, but run Windows laptops and desktops for main computing needs? What are the problems/glitches/pitfalls?

[@HenryGao]

I don’t recommend it

[@nayaboo8541]

Hii… I’m a fashion design major and I was wondering which iPad would be best for fashion CAD

[@HenryGao]

I am not the right person to ask…

[@jg3_75]

5:52 same chip as iPad PRO*, he meant to say. For anyone who was confused.

[@HenryGao]

Thanks,

[@deemaalhaj98]

For me I would buy Ipad for initial design process and sketching, Im really sick of manual sketching and tracing papers and printing

[@HenryGao]

with you here...

[@teyMonic]

Hi, is ipad 9th gen okay for architect? Just for the start up. Please help

[@HenryGao]

Absolutely for getting started!

[@adarshad.studio]

​@@HenryGaoThen 64 gb is enough for architects apps like procreate,morpholio... etc...? Thankyou

[@alisonprieto4045]

I would do 3D modeling but not video nor photo editing, would I need iPad Air still?

[@HenryGao]

Would be good to have a M1 or M2 chip.

[@josephinelivina4224]

How about the new ipad 10? 🤔

[@HenryGao]

The new iPad 10 is very powerful