I do think the larger display size is a very good thing to do. They increased it 10% over the 9.7” at the cost of only 4% in weight. That’s a great trade. For the iPad Pro models, I think they should increase screen sizes further, and change the aspect ratio, to something like 5:4 11.5” and 5:4 13.5” sizes. A 15” model even. If they are compete against laptops, they should have laptop sized displays too.
They already have the 12.9" pro so I don't know how many more people are willing to spend $1K+ on a tablet. They would also have to make matching covers and keyboards for each size.
Yes, they have an iPad Pro with a 12.9” 4:3 display. I plan on buying the 2019 successor model this Fall. I use it as my only primary personal computer.
I am saying, however, they should make that model bigger, to something like 13.8” 5:4. Essentially 8.5x11 inch class. I’m one of those crazy people who exclusively use my 10.5 Pro without any covers or keyboards. Just a sleeve for carrying around. I use the software keyboard to type (as I am doing right now) and a Pencil to draw, annotate, signing, etc.
I didn’t get the 2017 iPad Pro 12.9 because of software. I didn’t think the larger screen was getting me much more on the 10.5 with iOS 10/11. Now with iPadOS, looks like the screen real estate will be more effective, a large screen iPad is definitely something I want. A more and more optimized software keyboard is definitely something I want.
As people use iPads for more and more complex things, larger and larger screen sizes will be more attractive. So, there will be a market for even a 15” model a couple years down the road, especially if apps like FCPX, LPX, just about any programming. There is already a bunch of content creation stuff that could use a 15” class display, with Photoshop coming.
That sounds like its working well for you.
But I'm curious how you hold such a large tablet (and that you wouldn't mind an even larger one)... Do you hold it in your hands, or rest it on something -- it doesn't sound like you're using the smart keyboard to use it like a clamshell laptop... Do you find it it awkward? I always kind of wondered.
I do think the larger display size is a very good thing to do. They increased it 10% over the 9.7” at the cost of only 4% in weight. That’s a great trade. For the iPad Pro models, I think they should increase screen sizes further, and change the aspect ratio, to something like 5:4 11.5” and 5:4 13.5” sizes. A 15” model even. If they are compete against laptops, they should have laptop sized displays too.
They already have the 12.9" pro so I don't know how many more people are willing to spend $1K+ on a tablet. They would also have to make matching covers and keyboards for each size.
Yes, they have an iPad Pro with a 12.9” 4:3 display. I plan on buying the 2019 successor model this Fall. I use it as my only primary personal computer.
I am saying, however, they should make that model bigger, to something like 13.8” 5:4. Essentially 8.5x11 inch class. I’m one of those crazy people who exclusively use my 10.5 Pro without any covers or keyboards. Just a sleeve for carrying around. I use the software keyboard to type (as I am doing right now) and a Pencil to draw, annotate, signing, etc.
I didn’t get the 2017 iPad Pro 12.9 because of software. I didn’t think the larger screen was getting me much more [than] the 10.5 with iOS 10/11. Now with iPadOS, looks like the screen real estate will be more effective, a large screen iPad is definitely something I want. A more and more optimized software keyboard is definitely something I want.
As people use iPads for more and more complex things, larger and larger screen sizes will be more attractive. So, there will be a market for even a 15” model a couple years down the road, especially if apps like FCPX, LPX, just about any programming [apps come]. There is already a bunch of content creation stuff that could use a 15” class display, with Photoshop coming.
That sounds like its working well for you.
But I'm curious how you hold such a large tablet (and that you wouldn't mind an even larger one)... Do you hold it in your hands, or rest it on something -- it doesn't sound like you're using the smart keyboard to use it like a clamshell laptop... Do you find it it awkward? I always kind of wondered.
I two hand type on a table or on my lap. When watching video, reading comics/books, or playing one hand games on a couch or bed, I rest it on my chest. Wish the video player allowed me to move videos to the top of the screen.
Nothing awkward about it. It’s like asking if using a piece of paper on a desk is awkward, or reading a hardcover book or text book is awkward. I use my iPad basically in the same way people use a paper notebook or hard cover textbook.
I am currently using it to try to learn hiragana, kanji, et al. Quite useful for this. Wish all apps supported Split View, Slide Over. Apple has to find a way to automatically force old apps to support the “multitasking” features.
There is a measurable (and sometimes obvious) speed enhancement with 3 GB or RAM over the 2 MB in previous models. The screen size is a benefit as well. The extra RAM may also extend the support life as iPad IOS develops. Maybe not a great option if you own a working 6 or 7, but definitely an upgrade for new users and replacement buyers. Besides, a $329 32GB iPad is perfect for the folks looking to make the leap from an Android alternative. This is my 4th iPad (2, 3, Air 1) All of them still work but app and OS support forced my hand. Still a big fan of the iPad and iPhone.
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Nothing awkward about it. It’s like asking if using a piece of paper on a desk is awkward, or reading a hardcover book or text book is awkward. I use my iPad basically in the same way people use a paper notebook or hard cover textbook.
I am currently using it to try to learn hiragana, kanji, et al. Quite useful for this. Wish all apps supported Split View, Slide Over. Apple has to find a way to automatically force old apps to support the “multitasking” features.