Apple iPad Pro (3rd Generation) (2018)

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.

A bad Apple – Apple has become TRASH I used to be an Apple FANATIC. As a late Apple adopter my first device with the pin wheel MP3 player. I believed you get what you pay for that the premium price tag meant I would experience exceptional service. That used to be the case. I was less than enthusiastic about the continuing iOS updates and how that gradually… Read more

made rather good handsets obsolete. Still as I started using more and more of the iPhone capabilities it became a part of every part of life from shopping to cooking and even exercise in some way Apple got incorporated into everything. Then came my iPad Air which I was given as a sign-up gift for a household utility. I was now fully an Apple user until 3 weeks ago when my iPad Pro was last updated and everything went sideways. My device was wrecked as I could not do anything on it reliably. It would crash looking like it was a hands free hard reset but not responding like a hard reset and starting up in 5-15 seconds opening in the standard ways. I was given the run around about doing factory reset, delete and reload the affected apps then having to reinstall the update but for that the PRO needed help from a computer (yes, I know it’s supposed to be a stand alone portable device). What followed was a comedy of errors, device would not backup, couldn’t get the update to fully reinstall, had a host of random errors but most of it was hampered by the fact that the device kept on restarting itself in after a few moments. The device became more erratic after “fixing” it was escalated and engineers advised that yes the hardware could very well have been affected by the software update but it would still be an out of warranty service in other words “we messed up but you get to pay for the fix”.

What angered me the most of my experience was the way they kept looking for a way to blame me, flat out lying to me, the being passed around like a hot potato and the refusal to accept that their software damaged a perfectly good iPad which I have every right to expect them to repair. Yet all I got is “we sorry but you know it’s not covered by warranty” to which I responded that I didn’t break it your software update broke it. I then said I wanted to refer it to my local consumer disputes tribunal and would need to know whom to name as a representative. So NO they won’t give me the a name or title. They won’t tell me what the process says just this is their decision event though the software caused me loss and damage they maintain the position that they have no responsibility to provide remedy. In the end they violated my consumer rights and left me with the full understanding of the low standing they view people. Anyone who buys Apple can look forward to paying premium for the privilege of being treated in a manner that would leave you feeling like a class A idiot for believing their Hype.

I now have an inconvenient paper weight. I was due to upgrade my phone now that they finally at long last have a product that would have suited my needs. I will not be buying Apple if there is anyway to avoid it and there certainly are many ways to avoid Apple products. When the 10 Apple devices ranging from iPads to MP3 players need upgrades I will be sourcing something where I get what I expect or where I can replace the device without substantial financial loss. They also delete posts requesting how to get info for a disputes tribunal complaint - because it’s not helpful?

Product is great would highly recommend everything about it is so much better than the competition nothing compares to – The camera is great even though I hardly use it the ease and funtionality are great the battery is amazing and the fast charging makes it even better, face recognition is great with the product way bettet than Samsung's or any other company's Show details

Very useful – I use the iPad pro for my law studies and it really is just the best. I love handwriting my notes so I can say the compatibility and functionality of the iPad pro the the iPencil 2nd gen is great! It makes me want to write more. I also use procreate for my business such as creating logos and designs for my website. The ipad itself is fast even when I have many tabs open. Show details

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.

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.

Loving this iPad Pro! – I use my iPad for entertainment. As far as I could tell, everything is running smoothly. I have not experienced any laggings. The screen is just perfect for me to watch Youtube. The battery is just enough for me to use for a day. The performance of the iPad is awesome. There is nothing bad that I can tell with my iPad.

As a digital artist - one of the best purchases I've made – Purchased March 2019 with the sole purpose of using the art app Procreate, after multiple hours of research at the time. Used with the lastest apple pen - it has simply been one of the best artistic purchases I've made. Although limited compared to a traditional drawing tablet when it comes to using 3D software or the Adobe suite (though I believe… Read more

there are ways to make it function as a PC/MAC tablet), its portability and pen fidelity are great, and personally prefer it over a wacom tablet. No messing around with drivers. Quick and slick (when using procreate atleast). When combined with matted/textured screen protectors - I can't recommend it enough.

Great buy for University! – Honestly the best purchase for Uni, can do everything on it and yes you can dload Microsoft word, powerpoint etc on it. ITunes university is on it and free and found lots of free courses that complimented my studies for my Masters in ERP. Light weight, large clear screen and amazing sound quality. I also bought the pen and use the tablet for art with procreate. Great value for money. Show details

Classically Apple, but hard to hold – The 11" Apple iPad Pro (3rd Gen) is everything that I hoped it would be, but go have a proper test of it before you buy one. Pros: - Apple build quality and 'ecosystem' (if you are already an apple user) - Clean lines - Beautiful display - Face recognition works nicely - Noticeably faster than other tablets (not just iPads) - Accessories… Read more

work flawlessly - USB-C connection - Great speakers for a tablet

Somewhere in between: - Gesture control for most things *It's hard to make this a con since physical buttons are disappearing from most of our tech.

Cons: - Heavier than other equivalent sized iPads - Hard to hold at times (see more on this below)

I'll start out by saying that I no longer put the cost of apple products as a con because they just are. This shouldn't come as a surprise to you if you're researching buying one. When I research things, I already know what they cost, I want to know if they're worth it. In my experience, my apple products have lasted for anywhere from 5-10 years when taken care of including iPads and phones, so you are getting what you're paying for. This particular model of iPad has the build quality that I have come to expect from Apple and I expect to use it regularly for the next 5+ years, either directly or within my household.

Moving on! The iPad Pro 11" is a great little unit that COULD replace your laptop computer... but probably won't. Like all tablets it is made for consumption, not production. Some people pull it off, but you buy these things for their portability which means that any keyboard you attach is going to be compact and that tapping the screen with your big clumsy finger isn't as precise as a mouse pointer tip. You can connect a mouse via bluetooth but that sacrifices some of your portability. You can get the Apple Pencil but it's another thing to keep track of and, in a way, this also reduces your portability and freedom from clutter. For me, I want to use a tablet on the couch to look things up, shop or keep in touch while I watch TV. I take mine when I travel instead of packing my laptop now because it's smaller, lighter, charges via USB and has better battery life. I CAN login to my work server to do things but if I'm honest, it's a pest. So, when I sit down to write this review, compose a letter, touch up my resume or produce anything of great substance, I am much more comfortable on my laptop. Now, with all that said, I do have the Apple Smart Keyboard Folio (what a name) and it is actually quite nice (reviewed separately). You can type fairly easily on it and when I'm travelling I love that it gives me a bit of my laptop experience with increased probability but it's a lot like 2 in 1 shampoo & conditioner - Good when you're travelling but not what you'd use at home.

So why buy the thing, so far I haven't exactly explained why I give it 4 stars. As a Tablet, it is excellent. It's the fastest tablet that I have ever used and despite not having the same specs as a Microsoft Surface it is actually much nicer to use. Apple's closed system allows them to ensure that most of the apps that you can get on it are optimised to run well. If you're not an apple user, I'm sure you will have your own opinion on this but hey, you're hear to read my opinion, so there you have it. When comparing it to a Gen 2 iPad Pro there is a noticeable bump in speed and responsiveness and I do like the face recognition and gesture control (somewhat in spite of myself). The speakers are great and while they are still small and tinny and you won't be chucking this thing on your shoulder and walking down the street pumping your jams for all to hear - circa 1980s boom box, they are a noticeable improvement over previous generations of iPad. The cameras are good for video conferencing but not for photography. This would have to be the worlds most frustrating camera for getting out there and snapping up photos so I'm happy to say that the rear camera quality is far more than I need for the rare occasion when I happen to be holding my tablet and feel that I really must capture a moment. The transition to not having a home button is something we all just have to get used to.

So this leaves us at a point where it's a great tablet that, for the right person, could replace a laptop and is, what I would describe as apple's best tablet yet! So what's the downside? Why did it miss out on that 5th precious star my perspective?

Surprisingly, and this didn't occur to me until I had used it for a few months, it is harder to hold than the older iPads! I'm embarrassed to admit that I didn't even figure out why this was. My partner finally pointed out to me that I kept dropping it on myself while using it in bed before going to sleep (bad habit I'm sure). She would be there with her Gen 2 iPad Pro (sucker) but didn't seem to drop it the way I kept doing. She aptly pointed out that because the screen on this model goes nearly to the edges, you are always trying to hold on to it by about a half thumb width (your thumb may vary). This all seems really trivial to me writing it out for you, but I like to know the practical things when I read a review and I can tell you, that I have dropped this thing on myself enough times to feel it is worth mentioning. I have never dropped it in an important way or caused any damage (to the iPad).

Bottomline: - Apple's best iPad yet, totally worth the money (in my opinion), easy to drop on yourself in bed.

Versatile, easy to use, compact and easy to travel with – With the latest ios update it is such a neat little tablet that can organise files, you can download heaps of apps that allow you to write, draw, edit photos, watch movies, good for emails, google functions. We already have a macbook and was looking for something a little more compact with different functionality so it was a perfect buy. Show details

A Great IPAD – Bought this IPaD for my wife for her birthday and next day ended up in Hospital. Borrowed it to use as my laptop is too big and heavy. What a machine, once you get used to the Apple way of life. The face recognition feature works perfectly every time. As soon as you pick it up, the screen comes on. It has a fantastic 12 megapixel main camera with… Read more

amazing clarity and the selfie camera is also great and there is a toggle icon to switch between the two. Installing Apps from the Store is simple and all the ones I wanted were available and work flawlessly. It picked up mobile modem and my headphones straight off and I have not had one dropout yet. All in all, I am quite happy with my purchase and hope my wife will be when she gets her hands on it. Pros - Face recognition feature works perfectly - Exceptionally clear screen even in daylight - Large capacity memory - Apps perform seamlessly - Exceptional camera and photo editing features - No dropouts on Bluetooth and WiFi - Battery life is outstanding. I can get almost a day’s use out of it Cons - - Apple way of doing things takes a bit of getting used to if you are a first time user. - Seemed expensive at the time compared to a laptop, but having used it, cost is reasonable

iPad Pro + iPadOS – I have been sitting on the fence with the iPad Pro, it's a nice looking device, it's internals are excellent, but is it worth double the price of the standard iPad? Having installed the beta version of iPadOS on my standard iPad 6Th gen I quickly realised that the new OS could indeed be the next big step in replacing my Laptop with an iPad, enter… Read more

the iPad Pro. With the addition of the keyboard folio and the Apple Pen, it's become, my daily driver. Everything is smooth, there is almost nothing I can't achieve via the Pro that would require the laptop being pulled out. I believe the 11" version over the 12.9" offers real portability + computing power where required.