USB‑C to Apple Pencil Adapter required to work with iPad (10th generation). Subject to availability. iPad accessories are endless. Here are some other options that are perfectly fine—though some have issues that put them down a rung.

Why? The AirPods Pro features active noise cancellation (ANC) while the standard AirPods don't. The noise-cancelling on the original AirPods wasn't anything special, but that has changed with the new AirPods Pro, which now features noise cancellation that comes close to the best in their class. It's the least powerful of the bunch as it uses the A14 chip, while the Air and Pro use the same processors you'll find in MacBooks. The iPad Mini sits in between with its A15 chip. The processor primarily dictates speed and the tablet's ability to cope with demanding apps. Castor's design goal was to create a "simplistic, functional design … I enjoy fun, hidden features. … I thought about hollowing out a book and putting it in there (like Penny’s book computer from Inspector Gadget) but decided to go with a stand-alone tablet form-factor. Since I wanted to let the PiPad keep me company on flights, the enclosure had to look as factory as possible, while remaining accessible and usable. The last thing I want is for it to freak out the TSA or the old lady sitting next to me." The displays have rounded corners. When measured diagonally as a rectangle, the iPad Pro 12.9‑inch screen is 12.9 inches, the iPad Pro 11‑inch screen is 11 inches, the iPad Air screen is 10.86 inches, the iPad screen is 10.86 inches and the iPad mini screen is 8.3 inches. Actual viewable area is less. Today, there's no shortage of first and third-party cases, keyboards, stylus, and more for your iPad. The best of these accessories help extend your iPad's capabilities and make it more useful. For example, magnetic keyboards and a stylus can convert your iPad into a sketchbook or laptop for more intensive writing or graphic design projects.and 2TB These enormous hard drives (1,000GB and 2,000GB respectively) are only available on the iPad Pro range. Most people won't need this much, but if you're editing raw 4K footage it might be wise to go with the most storage you can. Updated September 2023: We've added the Paperlike Charcoal Folio Case, Casetify Selfie by Bonnie Lua Case, and a Do Not Recommend section. We also updated links and pricing.

None of the iPads should feel underpowered or look drab, so which you choose will largely fall down to the screen size. The standard iPad has enough power to cope with most people's needs and the iPad Mini is a good option for anyone who needs something more portable. The answer depends on what you're going to be using your iPad for. Will it be for digital art, photo editing and doodling? Then the answer is yes. The Apple Pencil provides the best stylus experience for the iPad, with advanced pressure sensitivity, touch controls and magnetic charging (for the Apple Pencil 2) it's worth the investment. There are four iPads: the iPad, iPad Mini, iPad Air and iPad Pro. Each has a different user (and budget) in mind. Why buy a generic plastic Android tablet when you have the option of crafting a swish slate customised to your own particular tastes and needs? So wondered Michael Castor as he set out on his mission to build a Raspberry Pi-powered tablet. "I wanted an all-in-one system that was usable, portable, and Linux based. Additionally, it had to look good. Since I wanted to use it on flights the device couldn't freak out the TSA or the old lady sitting next to me," he writes on makezine.com. A keyboard case feels like it's a necessity with the iPad nowadays, and if you're using one in an active area, then it's worth snagging the Rugged Pro Connect case. It's bulky but super protective of the iPad—even protecting the screen. The case connects to the keyboard via the Smart Connector, though it requires some precise aligning to get it hooked up. Once it's in place, start typing away! It's nice to type on, there's no Bluetooth to worry about, and you don't have to recharge the keyboard. There's a Lightning port on the right side edge that'll pass-through charge the iPad (it's only available for the seventh-, eighth-, and ninth-gen iPads).

When possible, I put all my screens on arm mounts. Ultrawide monitor? Mounted. iPad? You bet. It clears up the precious space that would've been taken by a pesky stand, and you can adjust the angle and height of the screen. Twelve South's HoverBar Duo delivers this luxury. I mounted it to the side of my bed frame for several months to catch up on Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. The clamp is slim and doesn't need much clearance, so you can attach it to shelves, kitchen counters, or desks. If you reside in the U.S. territories, please call Goldman Sachs at 877‑255‑5923 with questions about Apple Card. The Apple One free trial includes only services that you are not currently using through a free trial or a subscription. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled. Restrictions and other terms apply.