iPad Pro Review! (Feat. Apple Pencil & Keyboard Case)

But Why Buy an iPad Pro Over a Laptop?

The question I ask myself over and over now just because this thing doesn't replace a laptop doesn't mean you shouldn't get it. A lot of people have different uses for an iPad, one of which is the Apple Pencil. I mean, this thing is great. I really do like it. It charges from the USB port on the iPad, which is by the way USB 3.0, and in just 15 seconds you can get 30 minutes of usage. You can actually check the charge in the widgets app in iOS 9, which is great in the notification center.

Aside from that, a lot of people don't like how it's being charged to the port. This thing makes for great drawing. Here's a tip: don't throw away the plastic that comes with your iPad Pro. Covering the display just like this can actually replicate the feeling of paper, which is perfect for artists and those who do graphic work. Apple has taken a lot of time to make sure that the Apple Pencil will cater to the needs of artists and not necessarily people that just draw.

People who don't know about the Apple Pencil might be surprised at how well it works. There were so many applications for the Apple Pencil, and we'll be seeing a lot of support with third-party apps as time goes on. Say what you will about the iPad Pro, but it makes a mean drawing machine. Even using the standard Notes application, the Apple Pencil has sensors built in that make drawing very accurate. The pencil itself is actually tilted when used with the marker tool, and this changes the width at which you're drawing.

This is one area Apple wanted to make the iPad Pro stand out, and it certainly does. If you're an artist or if you draw, try using the Apple Pencil on an iPad Pro. It's a great tool for that, and I'm certainly no Artist as you can see, but even I can tell that the iPad Pro would be great for anyone who draws.

The iPad Pro Speakers: A Game-Changer

Apple made a lot of sacrifices in battery life just to ensure that the speakers are great. Out of every test I've performed on the iPad speakers on every iPad, the iPad Pro just blew them all out of the water. The sound is very deep and rich; it dominates the room. This is the loudest speaker setup I've ever heard on a tablet; it's that good.

Although it's no UE Mega Boom, this thing can actually light up an entire room with sound. Now, I don't really use an iPad camera for anything. You would use a front-facing camera for taking selfies or maybe conference calls or something, and I haven't done any of those so I won't give you my own opinion on that aside from to say that it has the iPhone 6 sensor inside of it basically.

The Camera: Not Bad

It doesn't have any sort of optical stabilization or any neat tricks up its sleeve, but it's got a camera. It's got a front-facing camera even though they're not very good at all - 1.2 megapixels for the front and 8 megapixels for the rear.

The iPad Pro: A Gaming Device?

I haven't done extensive gaming on the iPad Pro, but I can tell you this thing is the most powerful iOS product ever right now. With 4 GB of RAM and the a9x chip, this thing really makes for a beautiful gaming device. Not to mention that huge 12.9-inch Retina Display so my favorite game on iPads is Bastion - you don't need a lot of power to run it but the iPad Pro will run anything very well.

Conclusion: Is the iPad Pro Right for You?

I got to be honest with you, I'm neither a college student nor an artist, so for me, the iPad Pro doesn't make sense. I'd rather use a laptop to have a full OS instead of just iOS on a larger display. There are certainly a lot of strengths when it comes to the iPad Pro; it does a lot of things well, but it's just not for me. Not for everybody.

So depending on what you said, you know the things that stood out to me, make up your mind. Does this thing do it for you or would you rather have a Surface tablet or even a laptop? You know, everybody has a unique situation so I just want to thank you guys for taking the time to watch this review let me know how I did in the description, and what you guys prefer as your daily device.

Have a great day, guys. Enjoy the iPad Pro if you do decide to buy it. Peace out!