Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch Wi-Fi + Cellular (3rd Generation) (2018)
9 reviews
Durable and reliable – Primary use for this device is some mobile games (not the graphics intensive kind) and watching videos with a little bit of productivity from time to time. The operating system that Apple specifically designed for all of its tablets have a ton of functionality and add to the user experience. The power is in the software instead of the hardware.… Read more
Something to remember when you are dealing with companies like Apple where the hardware doesn't have much to offer from the get go or from the first sight.
Works extremely well with the Apple pencil and other third party styluses designed for iPads of this size.
It’s my baby – I’m always on it, it’s always near me, I listen to music on it, play games, everything! I’m never without it, best time to live honestly where devices such as these exist. My only issues with it are it’s price for the specs you get, the camera could be better, the ram could be higher, the display could have better ppi density and the sound could… Read more
be stronger/better as well, some songs I can’t hear if the road is loud, could hear the songs on the previous gen no problem.
The size is amazing, it’s light for it’s size, good for watching videos, heaps better than the tiny 9.7 ones. Battery lasts all day, except on some games like Ulala where I keep it plugged in while playing.
One other issue is it’s not as durable as the old ones were, mine has numerous cracks and scratches on the screen, you can’t see them unless looking for them which is good. It’s also not that great in the sunlight, unless you crank the brightness to full, battery hog though.
Also lower right hand side creaks as if it’s not connected properly to the shell and the auto correct is often a nuisance.
However overall this device is my life and I will continue buying them for as long as they make them.
Almost perfection – This release version is the first ipad I have been able to use in production. I design user interfaces for simulation software and this tablet has provided my with much more mobility. Definitely worth it over previous models. The display is also very vibrant and sharp Show details
It’s just a really big iPad – The sound is great on this iPad the screen is really clear and smooth the big screen is great and with the keyboard it make it a good option just wish I could use a mouse. Show details
iPad done almost properly – So, this is my 4th iPad and 2nd iPad Pro 12.9 inch model, so I have been using the iPad for quite a few years now. First and foremost, the capacity. With a wide range of capacities, the 3rd Gen iPad Pro 12.9in comes from 64GB to the towering 1TB. I chose the latter, as I use my iPad for a variety of activities. These will now be extended with… Read more
some of the other features. But the 1TB provides more than enough room for photos, both by the iPad and also from connecting to my professional camera gear.
No HOME button. This is a great set-up, which ensures a very clean look. Also the only thing that dictates whether the iPad is the right way up, is now the sleep/volume buttons. Coupled with the Face-ID, which works very nicely, accessing your iPad Pro is easy. Yes, it takes a little to get use to, after years of using iPad, but it works. The only issue is the camera can ( and will be covered) at least a few hundred times until you get use to it.
Build. With a modern, clean set of lines, the new iPad Pro is as they say, like holding light. Just about 1/2kg, it is light, easy to hold. The back is quality aluminium, giving it a up-market feel. It also makes a big link like me tha more confident I wont snap it by accident. No matter the viewing angle, it is clear, the colour is vibrant and the perfect rounded corners, make viewing a pleasure.
But what about the CPU? WOW! This is the new A12X CPU/GPU. It leaves even the original iPad Pro 12.9in still a good device, but slower for sure. Games and Apps load quickly. Graphics are exceptional, whether editing a photo to the most demanding games, the new A12X chip -handles it with ease.
Connectivity. OK, for too many years, we have lamented over the Apple connectors. From the ridiculous 30 pin, to the proprietary lightning connector, it was a pain. But rejoice, the new iPad Pro has a USB-C connector. Which means it will connect to some things. For me, my professional camera gear (Nikon D-610), so I can take a photo, and transfer it immediately to the iPad Pro and edit it in Photoshop. Score!
But dont get too excited. Apple STILL wont let us easily connect to a PC or network and save files to a specific area. Connected to your PC, you can access the photos, both to and fro. This also allows videos. But say you have a collection of music in mp3? Or maybe some magazines in .cbr format? Maybe a couple of movies for the getaway, where there is no internet? You must use a 3rd party app (I use FileMaster). Then you are restricted to moving the file to the app. Not very efficient. Apple please . . . adapt iOS to adapt to the size it needs, yet allow a portion of the storage for access to actually store things. How much easier to work on a. File on Pc, then simply copy it to the iPad using a USB-C cable. Surely you can make a secure partition?
Yes, there are workarounds with clouds etc, but sometimes you just want to copy/paste.
Games. Every game that will work on an iPad will work on this iPad Pro with ease. Colours are brighter, movement clear, simply great gaming. But surprisingly no exclusive games for the new A12X chip. I was hoping to see a game to absolutely showcase the speed and capabilities of the chip but alas, no . . .
The display. Apple have created what they call a Liquid Retina Display. Suffice to say, this provides brighter colours, better contrasts and an even sharper image. The touch part is great, with a sure typing feel.
The battery life so far appears to be a huge step over the former, which itself would give me more than enough to work or play. I have transferred through WIFI, 80GB of data and it used less than 15% of the battery! That is brilliant!
So, overall it is a good upgrade, but leaves a little to be desired. Apple claim it can be a replacement for a laptop, yes, it could, heck, you can even connect a mouse now! But unless everything you do is on the iPad, then you will find some restrictions on your activities.
Is it a good upgrade? Yep. More speed, more capacity and now the ability to connect to USB-C, sort of.
9.5/10 in my view.
I miss my 2nd Gen one – So, my old iPad kept shutting down and restarting so I thought I would upgrade to a new one and see how I go. First off, I will say this one to me feels hard to hold on to. I hate how it won't sit on my lap and not move around. Having said that, A good cover will fix this and I have one coming. I hate that it no longer has the fingerprint… Read more
scanner as faceID only works some times for me. For example, If I don't have my glasses on, it won't work, if I lay down, it won't work. If I have a hat on, it won't work etc. The fingerprint never failed me. I miss my old one.
To make it worse, the new keyboard layout is a stupid idiot and I hate it. Iw as able to touch type a whole letter on my 2nd gen iPad and had no mistakes. This layout is all wrong and I can't get used to it and from what I have been able to find out is there is no way to revert it back to the way it should be.
Just to add to my frustration, turns out there was actually nothing wrong with my old iPad as this one also did the shut down reset thing my old one started to do. Turns out it was an app! So I got rid of my old iPad pro 12.9 for this new one which was meant to be an upgrade but in all honesty, was the opposite! I wonder if I can get my old iPad back!
Also, when typing on the screen, its like you can feel your finger going through the device and hitting the back of the casing. Doesn't feel very solid at all.
Excellent performance running beta Ipad OS (13) – Replace my older Ipad Pro with this. Absolutely amazing, love the performance. I have installed the Beta Ipad OS (13) and it runs flawlessly. I would recommend the Hyperdrive hub which has 6 inputs including HDMi, very handy to transfer files etc, including music. Show details
Can’t live without it! – I’m someone who normally lives on my phone and have barely touched it since purchasing this iPad a month ago. I also haven’t opened my laptop once in this time. I love that I can draw on it with the help of Procreate and the Apple Pencil, which has encouraged me to use some creativity for the first time in forever. The only things I could really… Read more
complain about are the fact that this wasn’t a cheap iPad so to have to spend another $200 on top for the pencil felt like a rip off. There are a couple of things that I still require a laptop or desktop for occasionally but it sounds like the new ipadOS update will fix a lot of that.
I’m generally an Android user but I’m definitely happy with my decision to purchase this iPad.
Excellent Product - Quick, bright Colours and brillant Screen. Great for Gaming – Love the tablet as excellent for gaming and great that you can use it for movies. Good batttery and recommend for anyone that needs an entertainment device as light and easy to carry around. Show details
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