# iPad Pro M4 - Many Months Later.  ## Initial Disappointment and Eventual Appreciation - The 2024 11in [[IPad Pro | iPad Pro]] was initially a disappointment but eventually became one of the most used devices, providing a learning experience [(00:00:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=10s). - The [[IPad | iPad]] Pro underwent a major redesign in 2018, becoming thinner, switching to USB-C, and having a better display, with the [[Apple Pencil]] attaching magnetically and charging wirelessly [(00:00:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=22s). - The 2018 iPad Pro replaced a 16-in I9 [[MacBook Pro]] for university use, but the subsequent iPad Pro models from 2020 to 2022 did not have many new exciting features [(00:00:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=33s). - The introduction of the Magic Keyboard brought some excitement back to the iPad, but it lacked features like floating windows, Pro-level video editing software, and good design software [(00:00:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=50s). ## Impact of Apple Silicon MacBooks - The release of [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] silicon MacBooks changed everything, with ultra-thin, lightweight, and powerful devices that felt like using an iPad or [[IPhone | iPhone]], leading to a decrease in [[IPad Pro | iPad Pro]] usage [(00:01:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=88s). - The M1 Max MacBook Pro replaced the [[IPad | iPad]] Pro for most tasks, making it a device that was rarely touched [(00:01:44)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=104s). ## The 2024 iPad Pro and its Features - Rumors of a new iPad Pro model in 2024 led to the purchase of the new device, which initially had a similar experience to the previous iPad Pro but eventually became more appreciated [(00:02:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=126s). - The new iPad Pro has a thinner and lighter design, making a big difference when holding it, with a more immersive display featuring thinner bezels and a higher brightness of up to 1,600 nits for HDR content [(00:02:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=156s). - The display is beautiful, vibrant, and accurate for editing photos and videos, with a 120Hz refresh rate making everything feel fast and smooth [(00:02:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=173s). - The new Magic Keyboard with an aluminum top body is a significant update to the previous version, offering a sturdier and more solid design, great trackpad, and solid key travel, making it a preferred choice [(00:03:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=213s). - The [[Apple Pencil]], now called the Pencil Pro, features new updates such as gesture features and Find My support, providing an experience close to writing on paper with instant response and no lag [(00:03:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=237s). - The trackpad integrates seamlessly with [[IPad | iPad]] OS, making it feel like using a finger on the screen, and the [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Pencil feels like a natural extension of the iPad, especially in apps like Procreate and [[Final Cut Pro]] [(00:04:16)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=256s). ## Enhanced Accessories and iPadOS - The accessories are almost essential for the [[IPad Pro | iPad Pro]], taking it to the next level, and iPad OS has become more customizable, allowing users to add widgets to the lock screen and home screen, customize app layouts, and use a more useful Files app [(00:04:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=277s). - Stage Manager is a feature that allows for some floating windows on the screen, but it's not a true floating window experience, and some users may not find it useful [(00:04:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=288s). ## Pro Apps on iPad - Apps like [[Final Cut Pro]] and [[Logic Pro]] are now available on the [[IPad | iPad]], offering a more natural experience with the [[Apple Pencil]], although they have their own quirks and features that make them different from their desktop counterparts [(00:05:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=307s). - These apps integrate well with their [[MacOS | Mac]] versions and are far better than most third-party alternatives for video and audio editing, with [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] continuing to update Final Cut Pro on the iPad [(00:05:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=342s). - Third-party apps like [[Adobe Photoshop | Photoshop]] on the iPad have significantly improved, offering features like generative fill and an easy-to-use clone stamp tool, making it a great on-the-go option for editing photos [(00:06:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=382s). - [[Affinity Photo]] is a great [[Adobe Inc. | non-Adobe]] alternative, and other apps like Shaper 3D, a [[3D modeling | 3D design]] app, are also available on the iPad [(00:06:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=385s). ## Reinvigorated Love for the iPad with 3D Design - The [[IPad Pro | iPad Pro]] has reinvigorated a love for the device, particularly with the use of a 3D design application that is available cross-platform, including on [[Apple Vision Pro | Vision Pro]], but is best experienced on the [[IPad | iPad]] [(00:06:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=408s). - The 3D design application has become a valuable tool, allowing for quick learning and the creation of physical designs through 3D printing, with the ability to draw something on the iPad and have it printed within a few hours [(00:06:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=414s). ## Notion: An All-in-One Organization App - [[Notion (productivity software) | Notion]] is an all-in-one organization app used in many areas of life, including planning videos, organizing thoughts, planning trips, and creating chore and grocery lists, with a clean user interface that allows for focus and easy access to other features [(00:07:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=442s). - Notion is great for simple tasks like jotting down daily notes and remembering ideas, as well as organizing thoughts for future videos and creating boards to categorize ideas [(00:07:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=471s). - The app is also used to structure the flow of videos, from shot lists and to-do lists to point form notes for scripts and adding sketches for thumbnail ideas [(00:08:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=506s). - Notion was used to organize a trip to [[Japan]], allowing for collaboration on a note with links, pictures, and information on locations, as well as creating a simple packing list [(00:08:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=529s). - The app is accessible on multiple devices, including the [[IPad | iPad]], phone, and computer, and syncs up across all platforms [(00:09:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=559s). ## Procreate and Professional Work on iPad - Procreate is another big app used on the iPad, which handles big projects and many layers, and was the app that originally made the device appealing [(00:09:43)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=583s). - The [[IPad Pro | iPad Pro]] is a capable device for professional work, including video editing, photo editing, graphic design, and [[3D modeling]], with apps like Procreate, [[Final Cut Pro]], and Shaper 3D working smoothly on the device [(00:09:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=593s). ## Portability, Battery Life, and Versatility - The [[IPad | iPad]] Pro's portability and battery life make it a great companion device, allowing users to work on the go, with most days lasting a full day of usage, and the ability to quickly charge with a fast charger or external battery [(00:10:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=632s). - The iPad Pro can be used for various tasks, including designing wallpapers, managing a Shopify store, and adjusting website design elements, with many apps working well on the device [(00:09:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=599s). - The device's ability to plug into an external display adds more versatility to the iPad experience, allowing users to work on various tasks with more screen real estate [(00:10:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=654s). ## iPad Pro in a Desktop Setup - While the [[IPad Pro | iPad Pro]] is not meant to replace a [[MacBook Pro]], it can complement a desktop setup well, with features like Sidecar, [[ICloud | iCloud]], and [[AirDrop]] allowing for seamless file sharing and collaboration [(00:11:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=709s). - The [[IPad Mini | iPad Mini]] is also a great option, taking the best elements of the [[IPad | iPad]] Pro and making it more portable, while still running Pro apps like [[Final Cut Pro]] and Shaper 3D [(00:12:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=734s). ## Conclusion and Overall Impression - Regardless of the iPad model chosen, users can expect a great experience, with the iPad being a great creative companion, whether as a main device or in addition to a Mac-based setup [(00:12:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=757s). - The iPad still has a place in the world, with its hardware being "basically perfect" and its software continuing to improve, making it a device that is still enjoyable to use every day [(00:13:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=781s). - The [[IPad Pro | iPad Pro]] M4 is considered a solid device that lives up to the overall concept of what the iPad should be, despite needing some refinements and more Pro apps [(00:13:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=795s). - The device is liked overall, but there is room for improvement in both hardware and software [(00:13:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=797s). ## Call for Feedback and Future Improvements - Suggestions for improvements and future changes to the [[IPad | iPad]] Pro are being solicited from viewers, who are encouraged to share their thoughts in the comments [(00:13:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=807s). - Viewers are asked to provide feedback on what improvements they would like to see in the next iPad Pro [(00:13:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIKZLhglzqE&t=812s).