The x resolution is crisp and colorful, and the Hz ProMotion tech makes using it a pleasure. Internal storage is even more impressive, and you can choose from GB all the way up to a mighty 2TB.
It also now supports 5G, so if you need a tablet with a speedy data connection, well, the new iPad Pro has your back as long as you have a nearby 5G connection. But if the price is no object, then the iPad Pro inch is absolutely the best iPad overall where performance and usability are concerned. Read our full iPad Pro review. Anyone looking for a midrange iPad that still performs great.
Why we picked the iPad Air :. The iPad Air also supports all of the accessories you can use with the iPad Pro, further reducing the distance between the two. This means you can invest in a Magic Keyboard to enhance the productivity of the tablet, as well as a second-generation Apple Pencil.
Still, at Even so, with a fantastic processor, slimline good looks, and great usability, the iPad Air definitely hits that sweet spot between peak performance and affordability.
Read our full Apple iPad Air review. The iPad is supremely usable, capable, and reliable, and it comes at a very affordable price. Why we picked the Apple iPad :. The iPad also comes with a Another drawback is that it comes with only 32GB of storage as standard, which is quite stingy compared to the 64GB you get with the iPad Air.
One advantage of the iPad is that it delivers more or less the same 10 hours of high-definition video playback as the other models, while it can last for much longer if you use it more moderately. Check out our best iPad deals for more info. Read our full Apple iPad review. The iPad Mini is a potent small-screen tablet that can be carried anywhere. Why we picked the iPad Mini 5 :.
The iPad Mini 5 may look almost identical to its predecessor , but it brings some important changes. As with the standard iPad, it now runs on the A12 Bionic chip, which equips it with all the processing power it needs to juggle the latest software and applications.
More importantly, the diminutive 7. It looks a lot like an iPad Pro for one, with its all-screen front, and like an iPad Pro it supports both the second-gen Apple Pencil and the Smart Keyboard. Plus there are four powerful speakers, a decent albeit 60Hz Read the full iPad Air 4 review. The iPad mini is an obvious choice if you want a smaller, lighter, more portable slate than most other iPads. It has a modern, home button-less design too, and also supports 5G, which all make for good upgrades.
Still, if you want a premium iPad in a small size, this is it. Read the full iPad mini review. Plus, the iPad The iPad Air 3, with a It's one of the cheaper iPad models that's compatible with Apple's Smart Keyboard Cover, meaning you don't need to deal with tricky Bluetooth keyboard connections to get real work done on this thing. Students will be able to take notes and respond to email on this tablet, but artists will hate the first-generation Apple Pencil.
Read the full iPad Air 3 review. While that slate has far more power and an even better screen, it also costs even more, and the iPad Pro It has a powerful A12Z Bionic chipset, a sharp x screen, excellent speakers, a sleek design, decent battery life, and support for accessories like the Magic Keyboard and the Apple Pencil 2. It also has broadly the same design, meaning big bezels and a home button.
Sometimes with a tablet you just want a slightly plus-sized phone, and the iPad mini fits that bill. It's a dinky device with some impressive specs, boasting a speedy processor and decent battery life. What makes the iPad mini great is the fact you can use the Apple Pencil alongside it, turning the iPad mini into a tiny notebook in your pocket. The iPad mini is one of the best small tablets you can get at its price point, so if you're looking for an easily totable pocket powerhouse, you can't get much better than this little monster.
Every iPad in this list has been put through a full review, so we've used them all for an extended period to see exactly how good they are. Armed with that knowledge we've compared and ranked them, factoring in price and value as well as performance and specs. Consider your needs - do you need a big screen and lots of power for productivity tasks?
If so an iPad Pro could be a good fit. Something portable? Take a look at the iPad mini range. A basic slate? The iPad Air range most recently the iPad Air 4 is the best pick from most students. It strikes a balance between price and performance, and has all you should need to work and study. James is Phones Editor for TechRadar, and he has covered smartphones for the best part of a decade bringing you news on all the big announcements from top manufacturers making mobile phones.
James is often testing out and reviewing the latest and greatest mobile phones, smartwatches, tablets, virtual reality headsets, fitness trackers and more. You'll miss out on some features -- such as iMessage -- on your non-Apple devices, but you can still use an iPad without being all the way inside Apple's walled garden. In fact, I know a lot of Android users who refuse to buy a Google-powered tablet because they prefer the experience on the iPad. I've been testing and using tablets since the first iPad launched and have used every iPad on this list.
The selection process for the best iPad consists of using the tablets myself, reading other reviews both from consumers and product reviewers, and then determining what should and shouldn't make the list. If you're stuck between getting the base model iPad or the iPad Air or for that matter, the Air or the Pro , I recommend sitting down and thinking of all the ways you want to use the iPad.
If your list primarily consists of consumption activities, such as watching videos and reading news, odds are the base model iPad is what you should go with. However, if you want to do a fair amount of emailing, messaging, writing, or web browsing, then the iPad Air is where your search should begin.
As for the iPad Pro, it's clear that it's now meant for users who plan to push it to its limits, be it with connecting multiple accessories and monitors, or other peripherals while they work. Apple failed this time, but it will try again and likely succeed next time. My Health Record mobile app for account holders to launch in early You agree to receive updates, promotions, and alerts from ZDNet. You may unsubscribe at any time.
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