Is the iPad Pro a Laptop Replacement? THE FINAL WORD
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If you’re not a video creator, photographer or a developer, you don’t really need a MacBook. I have been using an iPad as my main device for years. It’s superb.
Great point of view. I’m someone that used to love my MacBook but when my iPad Pro is sitting next to my MacBook Air, I grab my iPad Pro with Magic Keyboard 8 times out of 10, now.
the point is : New gen is almost doing everything with their phones, then switching to a bigger, more capable device like the iPad, is like a natural move.
Other than some tweaks to iPadOS what I really want is the apps to be at least feature compatible with their desktop equivalents
Honestly, if they’d just let me bypass this stage manager thingy and just let me open as many windows as I want in a single space, and let me snap them to the side like you can in Windows and macOS, that’d remove the annoyance/friction that’s stopping me from using my iPad Pro way more. I took my iPad to the office once and hooked it up to a monitor, but I felt like I was having to fight stage manager. Juggling 6 apps for one task is a pain the bum lol
Getting away from the creative side, professional software is just not there. Take for example Microsoft Word. On the computer you can do almost anything you want to do with it. On the iPad you are really limited to what you can do. (Tried a simple grammar check recently???). This extends even more to Microsoft excel. So, if Microsoft came out with full apps for at least Word and Excel, then I would go so far as to say yes maybe 80% of people (non creatives) could possibly use an iPad as a laptop replacement. With the other 20% not having the specific app/workaround needed to do so (CAD, statistical analysis..etc).😢
These discussions miss the fact that the combination of laptop and iPad is where real versatility can be found. Connect an iPad to a MacBook and you have an excellent work environment. All the widgets and notifications and utilities often get in the way when working on laptop applications but make sense when they appear to the side on the iPad. Forget the iPad keyboards, mice and host of accessories that you are never completely happy with and use the iPad for what it is designed for. The MacBook keyboard, trackpad and storage is way better than even Apple’s keyboard case when the iPad is connected anyway. Set it up any way you want. I often use my iPad in portrait mode for Pages documents and have Numbers or references on the MacBook screen for example. The combination of multiple desktops on the MacBook with an iPad to the side is super productive and offers every possible interface option.
Some will say that carrying a MacBook and an iPad is a burden, but is it more so than carting around a portable keyboard, mouse, hard drive and a bunch of cables? Besides which, you won’t need a power adapter for a day with a fully charged MacBook/iPad pair.
The bottom line is that an iPad is not a MacBook replacement, nor is the opposite true, but the combination of the two is greater than the parts alone.
I partially think that an iPad can replace a laptop, even anything from the M1 on up can especially the M4
No because some of the things I use laptop for, can’t be done on an iPad.
It cannot replace a Laptop for most people. People with normal jobs need to use software that sometimes isn’t available for MacOS, let alone iPad OS. The OS and the “Pro” apps are not there yet. But for someone who just wants to do simple stuff, web browsing, emails, work with some documents, maybe even do some light work with videos and photos, yes, in that case an iPad can be enough. And it has the advantages of a tablet and the pencil. I use mine as a companion for my Mac and I enjoy it a lot to use Apps with the Pencil.
Don’t most “normal” jobs theres days just use Office, email and web browsing? Maybe a few web apps for things like expenses and payslips.
omg someone finally said it thank you! there are many office 365 features that microsoft purposely excludes macos from and people really think that macos would solve everything. the ipad is a tablet that you can attach a keyboard too
@@SimonLYW it’s very common to use applications made by the company itself or other small companies, most times with Windows only applications, not even Linux and Mac. The exception are web apps like you said. Anyway most companies will lend you their equipment, so if you want to do personal stuff only on iPad, it may be possible, as long as you accept the limitations.
I think "most people" is an assumption because a LOT of apps and services are web based nowadays.
@@j.d.5709 sure, it’s my point of view. My last three jobs had at least one application that was windows only. In my previous job I worked with my Mac, but we had a project with Intel and they had to send me a Windows laptop because there was some applications made by Intel that was Windows only. Sure we have more mainstream applications becoming web based, but I still think it will take some time for many smaller applications to be web based.
I have both a MacBook Pro and iPad Pro. After nearly six years with both I use the iPad Pro 90% of the time with the remaining 10% being given to the MacBook Pro as an archive. The flexibility and options for day to day use the iPad Pro more than covers both business and personal use. With the cost of MacBook pro’s I have the flexibility limit use and let it live a far more productive life…as an archive. With the base cost of what I need being $2300 for an iPad Pro (and covering 90% of my activities) and $3200 for the MacBook Pro…WHY WOULD I SPEND MORE chasing 10% of what I don’t already do on an iPad Pro?
The context you provided is precisely why people are comparing the two devices. With each iteration of the iPad, particularly the iPad Pro, Apple has been steering it towards the laptop category. This is evident in the addition of features such as a keyboard with a touchpad, the ability to connect a mouse, Stage Manager, the Files app for organisation, and professional applications.
A device intended solely for media consumption and basic tasks like web browsing, as Steve Jobs once described, would not require such high specifications and a substantial price tag. When the iPad possesses all the characteristics of a conventional laptop, a direct comparison is to be expected.
I use both. M2 iPad Pro 12.9 and an M1 MBP 13” Touch Bar. Love them both especially with continuity or sidecar
🤯🤯🤯 Great video! Had older Mac book now I have the M4 IPad Pro and I’m obsessed lol
Same!
I ditch the Macbook Air for the iPad. So, my combo is Mac Studio M2 Ultra + iPad Pro M4. While on the go, the iPad provides the portability none other laptops can match and it has truly become the extension of my Mac since the M1 iPad came out.
I can do almost anything with the iPad:
- Wirelessly tether to my Sony A7R5 for product photography.
- Procreate and Artstudio Pro for drawing / painting.
- Adobe Illustrator and adobe photoshop works okay. Lacking many features though.
- All of my ERP softwares work just fine. Since M4 single core is super fast, surfing the web and use web app has become even better.
- Taking notes & signing documents / contracts with the Apple pencil is great.
My primary device is still the Mac Studio, but when I'm not sitting at my desk, the iPad can easily replace the laptop/Macbook.
I have both a MacBook and an iPad and while I love both, I grab my iPad 90% of the time because of how dynamic and flexible it is.
Thank you for your honest review. I’m sick and tired of performance benchmarks. The choice to buy a certain device should be based on what you do with it. I’ve tried to do actual work with my iPad pro but, as you say, it has been a very frustrating experience confronting with limitations that - I would add - have been deliberately implemented in order to sell us both the iPad AND a Macbook. Yes, Apple convinced me to keep my Macbook for video editing, but I will buy a Surface pro 11 as my next 2 in 1 device for everything else in mobility.
In my case, I tried to replace my IPP with a MBP. And, shocker….MBP cannot replace an IPP.
Settled for the world.
Thank you so much for doing this video. Back in 2018 when we were looking at updating out MacBook Pro 13”, we went with iPad Pro 11”. In the 6 years of doing this, I have not touched my old MacBook Pro. The only thing I have found in that time that I cannot do on my iPad is adding my ripped CDs to the music app. I do this with our iMac. As time goes on, the iPad becomes more functional for my needs. I find the iPad way more convenient and way more portable than my MacBook ever was. I wont be going back to a heavy bulky limited MacBook ever again.
I don’t want my iPad to be a laptop replacement. I just want the app experience on my iPad to be better. If you are using it for work or study, the Microsoft Office experience is terrible and hamstrung in ways that baffle me. Word especially is a poor experience, so much so I now use Pages, which I’m guessing Apple is happy about. The apps on an IPad are mostly mobile apps for bigger screen and don’t seem ported for iPadOS. For me I love the portability of the iPad, I just think the software experience is the same experience as my iPhone just on a bigger screen
Personally, I think the best workflow is the combo. Put the money into the Mac with 16GB+ ram and the entry level iPad to be a great table and the companion device it is built to be.
as a student, some semesters the iPad is my primary device like when taking science classes, where more humanities classes the mac is better. I think both, or at least a pc and an ipad is needed as a student
What are you using on your iPad to statistically test your data?
The real question is:
Can an iPad replace a Mac for me.
Sadly this isnt a question, that can be answered by saying yes or no.
You pointed out correctly, that there is no device that does it all. So there is only one way to figure it out, befor you decide to buy them both 😉.
You have to go through your personal workflow and usecases and check, which one will do it best and where you are willing and able to compromise.
I personally can do most things with my iPad. In percent i would say, that I can do 95% of my tasks on it. Although the workflow sometimes is a bit odd.
I dont want MacOS on my iPad. iPadOS is nearly there. There are two things I really want.
A broader Support for Hardware (real external camera support, e.g.)
Native support for Mac Apps, like the Mac supporting iOS Apps, but without the option for developers to opt against.
The day Microsoft releases full featured office apps is the day I go iPad only. Half of my job is writing reports with tables, figures, ppt references, excel macros, captions, etc. You just can’t do that on an iPad that I know of.
The native apps are not very good. You can use the Cloud version Office 365 via Browser aka - OFFICE DOT COM - which still misses some desktop app features depending how hardcore you are with say Excel but it's mostly very workable - requires internet connection obviously.
For best 100% Windows Office App results on iPad you can use Azure/Windows 365 (if your business offers a license) and then run this inside your iPad thin-client connection to this full-blown-windows-office-desktop-apps via cloud.
So there is a solution but it's more of a work-around/business case (due to cost). But if cost is not an issue eg business cost, there you. Again requires internet.
How about sticking to facts. 1) A laptop and an iPad are completely different devices and can never replace each other. 2) The ipad will never replace the computer unless it figures out how to do true multi-tasking. ie: If you attempt to render a video in final cut on your ipad, you will have to stop using the ipad until the export is complete. On a laptop, this is not the case. 3) If you wanted to learn to program or do anything outside of using apps, you will never use an ipad. Only a computer currently allows you to do most anything you want.
There are many other reasons the ipad can’t replace a computer but those are the main reasons.
Choose the device that best meets your needs. Personally, I find the iPad to be my preferred option over a MacBook Air or a Windows laptop. I rely on the JUMP Remote app should there be ever a need to use MAC OS or Windows. Or better, use continuity with MAC OS.
Apple website + macos slash continuity is very cool suite of features, it does help Apple's case that all the devices augment each other as well as being discrete high quality in their own fields eg phone, productivity and iPad go-between or "lite-computing"
That said of the 96 comments I read you're the only person who provides the current correct answer:
Answer = Use Remote Desktop then you can have iPad as sole main computer and run with an old computer eg old desktop hooked up to router at home.
I think the real reason people ask whether an iPad can replace a laptop, or vice versa, is not necessarily about its form factor or feature set. As highlighted, it’s about its use case and the usual one-sided attitudes that we like to impose upon others. In other words, if someone needs a MacBook (or MacOS) for a task that ONLY a MacBook can do, that person will not only say an iPad can’t do that task but because of MY use case, I hereby state that an iPad can’t replace a MacBook so others need to abide by that. 😮
OK, that might be a bit dramatic but that’s the mentality of some people - MY definition should apply to everyone. So many people approach this from a one-dimensional perspective that they cannot make any distinctions between what they do (which they feel is legitimately “pro”) and what others may need it for (which they feel is legitimately NOT “pro”).
It’s similar to Apple’s old ad “What’s a computer?” Something is either a “real” computer (to do “real” work) or a “toy” like a tablet for media consumption, email, etc. Functionally, they’re the same and use the same basic internal architecture that operates to perform certain functions. Theoretically, an Apple Watch is a computer just like a MacBook, but we understand that they have very different use cases. An iPad can perform many tasks like a MacBook can but they too have different use cases.
Conclusion: Objectively, iPads can and do replace MacBooks, as you stated Chris, and vice versa. Subjectively? People want to have differences of opinion because of their specific use cases and they think these opinions should apply to the rest of us. It’s all about our self-serving attitudes.
It’s Mac vs. PC all over again. Except now it’s IPad vs. Mac. Mac is your “boring work machine” and iPad is the “cool creative machine”. I use my iPad for 90% of my work. If After Effects/Substance Painter were on iPad, then it’d be 100%. But that sounds like an Adobe problem, not iPad.
I find it odd that TH-cam influencers seem to forget that the iPad also is an iPhone replacement, in certain contexts, not just a laptop replacement. Having a larger handheld touchscreen is fantastic - and really the core of what the iPad is. It’s not a limitation, but an amazing feature.
If you cannot make cellular calls with it, it's not an iPhone replacement lol.
@@egymagnetwell you can make calls through FaceTime, teams etc and there are cellular iPads but that’s clearly not my point. iPads are useful - and better than iPhones for many tasks that people use iPhones for. Do you think people just use iPhones for phone calls? iPads are also better at some tasks that people use macs for. iPads are better than both at things like web browsing- especially on a couch. It’s the ideal couch computer
The iPad can be a good laptop replacement for most people. It just does things differently from a traditional laptop, and some workarounds might be required. But once you get used to it, it all just feels right and natural. Since buying my first iPad in 2014, I’ve been using it as my only computer.
An iPad Pro with full macOS will be my every day use device
No one talks about Xcode?
ipad still doesn't allow for chrome extensions, which are a must have for some people. And some apps are watered down versions of the desktop apps (like photoshop) If it could run mac apps and chrome extensions, I would probably switch to my ipad for work. I don't understand why they are limiting it this much, M series chips are definitely powerful enough to run most desktop apps or chrome extensions.
My ipad is currently in an awkward position where i just use it for media + hobby stuff (like photo editing, drawing, graphic design). I love it but it's way too limited for any real work use case.
Apple just wants to sell you 2 devices instead of 1. The iPad suffers because of it. Could be the best 2 in 1 on the market, better than the surface pro 11, and bring in a better profit margin than the macbook airs. But they won’t do it. Because a MacBook Air AND an iPad is an even better profit margin
A MacBook Air/Pro is designed for keyboard and mouse (trackpad) input when using. An iPad Pro is designed for touch input when using. I do like the accessories that are available for iPad Pro but they aren’t a necessity. And what’s the definition of a “desktop class OS”? It depends on what kind of device we are talking about. All TH-camrs who discuss this absurd topic “can the iPad Pro replace a MacBook?”, should know better. It’s just clickbait.
No, the iPad cannot replace a laptop, because Apple does not want it to replace it. The iPad is marketed as the greatest tablet on the market, and while it would be nice to have macOS on the iPad, it clashes with their MacBooks. So, i would recommend it for people who need a media consumption device, or owns a MacBook and needs a secondary display
I will never stop buying both MacBook and iPad. I refuse to only have one option.
I’m going with the surface pro 11 to avoid needing to buy two devices. Apple really should’ve just made a 2 in 1
I’d honestly rather have my tablet be a good tablet than a compromised 2 in 1. I’m glad they’re sticking to the current model.
@@SimonLYW I thought the same way until I daily drove an m1 iPad Pro for 3 years and ran into “you need a Mac to do that” more times than I can handle
@@christianr.5868 I totally get your point, I think it really depends on use case. I work from home and have a Mac Studio for home use with 4 displays, a teleprompter, 3 stream decks, cameras yada yada. I don't expect to be able to do that sort of thing on an iPad or even a laptop really. My iPad is my primary device for when I leave home though, for logging meeting notes, for running presentations with clients, email etc. I like being able to have the divide of heavy lifting handled by the Mac and lighter work handled by the iPad.
Here's another use case. I've consulted for a medium size business, around 300-350 employees. I identified about 100 employees whose role was mobile, on their feet all day and involved making notes throughout the day, reading emails, logging their expenses and filling in paperwork. Really nothing that an iPad couldn't handle, and with the form factor of the iPad, together with the great battery life, the iPad was the much better choice for those people. Sure they could've lugged around laptops, but they wouldn't be using most of the functionality because there just wasn't a need to. We did run into issues of archaic, huge spreadsheets which were a pain to navigate on an iPad, but we just turned those into a database and built a iPad friendly UI to access it.
Because you're a rich boy or someone that doesn't care about the money. An iPad Pro without a computer (MacBook or anything else) is just an overpriced iPad and nothing else more (oversized iPhone). Telling me that I should use both - an iPad and a MacBook is just sick. Give me a MacBook with a touch screen or an iPad with a full blown system. I will not buy both of them. Not for what they cost. You're an influencer, with a lot of money to burn or being paid by subscribers, go on - that's the only logical answer. Anyone else should choose something like Surface, or anything 2 in 1.
This video is 100% right on. From the very first "Can an iPad Pro replace your laptop?" video that came out, I thought they were a little silly. They're two different products, meant for different purposes, so it makes no sense that one can totally "replace" the other. Your comment in the video about the fact that the question is framed the wrong way is the root of why those other videos went awry. Good job on this!
Thank you 🙏 I always watch your videos and learn from it , i am a Tibetan student and I will try buy iPad mini and MacBook .
iPad offers a better tunnel vision when workflow requires a step-by-step process.
There are still things you can only do on a traditional computer, those things don’t need to be on the go though. The iPad has been a companion art tool since I could only use my finger to draw or the stubby stylus. My Mac Studio replaced my MacBook. On the go my m4 iPad Pro is all I need, and thanks to the os I don’t need a keyboard either.
If they made stage manager literally a Mac OS style desktop that would be killer. Also have a Finder file system.
I have a mac mini and an iPad and works pretty good together.
Totally agree with your comment "it's going to be different for everybody". I started with Mac desktops, then moved to Mac laptops before finally settling with my now main computer (as of the past 12mths) the iPad Pro. It's much lighter for travel, more flexible (with or without hardware keyboard), stylus and wow the new M4 is fast! On the software front I wanted to see how I could translate my computing requirements from MacOS to iPadOS, there was a learning curve but "for me", I was able to fully translate over. I now find my iPad Pro to be significantly more productive than my old laptop in many ways. I will not be looking to go back! 😎 Keep up the great work! 👍🙏
Great video. That question was inserted into the iPad discussion by tech reviewers. It started with the M1 iPad Pro. They are different devices and the people who prefer working on a touchscreen or with a pencil are not concerned about the iPad Pro being more “Mac-like”.
Have tried many times to replace my laptop with an ipad. It just doesn't work for my use, which is basic productivity and heavily reliant on Office. Multitasking and file management will likely always be inferior to Windows/MacOS. I could happily live with the compromises if I didn't need it to run my small business on the go.
Definitely a matter of personal choice as you say. For me the Apple Pencil is what makes the difference. The main problem is that when you have been using Mac OS for a long time, I think you still have to think in terms of a workaround for many functions when using the iPad and then find yourself jumping back on a Mac / MacBook for ultimate speed of workflow...but that doesn't answer all the questions in terms of portability in my humble opinion. I ask myself the question..what would I do if I could only have one device? - It would be an iPad Pro M1 on (as someone else as said) every time 😄.
Key ideas to consider for framing:
1. For basic computing the iPad is sufficient eg email, web surf etc.
2. For basic computing the touch and pencil options plus optional keyboard/touchpad is more convenient and comfortable computing.
3. For specialised software and/or complex work-flows the Mac with full desktop features is necessary and hardware includes baked in keyboard/trackpad, much better/bigger battery life and bigger screen options and hardware power options.
Key ideas for comparing:
1. Convergence has narrowed the gap to equity almost in practical terms in hardware eg M1 chip onwards.
2. iPadOS has updated gradually to narrow the gap for more desktop uses though still lags
3. Complementary devices has benefits but you are budgetting for spending more on more devices as a negative. "Apple Continuity" should be considered as optimal if budget allows it.
Key ideas for Practical Choices:
1. If low budget, doing basic computing - iPad is one of the best devices for this currently on the market. Lower spec'd models make more sense than ipad Pros which are hyper-expensive with almost zero upside in use case optionality though hardware quality is higher for user experience.
2. If a worker or specialist worker a full desktop OS aka MacOS on Macbooks Laptop is probably in most cases better option.
Key ideas for Solving 2-in-1 Conundrums if preferred:
1. Use Remote Desktop Applications in iPad and a spare home computer and connect to internet. You can now take one device with you and use mobile OS and desktop OS everywhere/anywhere on the go. Use correct peripherals. Choose good RDP/VNC solutions and fast internet connection at both ends.
2. Sign up to Cloud PC Services such as Shadow PC or Windows 365 and pay a monthly sub or request your business pays this service charge for you. You can hook up to mobile/desktop OS alternating on your iPad
Future 2-in-1 Soutions possible but unlikely in the short term:
1. MacOS compatibility (chicken egg problem)
2. Virtual Machine Access on iPadOS
3. New 2-in-1 capable iPads launched by Apple possibly with context dock mode to MK splitting iPadOS/MacOS?
Great video! I get sick of that question. The iPad is an extremely VERSATILE device to complement a MacBook or laptop in general. It depends on your use case for your profession. As a teacher/ sound engineer for our plays, my iPad assist me perfectly as a device that I can use on the go as I roam my classroom to teach as well as when I have to run around our auditorium to fix microphones and speaker sounds. For bigger tasks I go to my MacBook.
Two things most reviewers overlook. 1)A lot of people have a work issued laptop PC and the IT dept won’t let them use a Mac or iPad. So their ‘home computer’ needs could easily be solved by an iPad. Thus the iPad replaced a home laptop. 2) Not everyone makes TH-cam videos. A TH-camr’s tech needs are different than the average person. Most TH-cam tech reviewers overlook both of those things when slamming the iPad for not being good enough for their specialized needs, therefore it is not good enough for anyone. Totally not true. I am lucky enough to have both a Mac laptop and iPad, but I use the iPad way more.
You could make the same argument for ‘can a Laptop replace a desktop?’ The answer is the same, it depends on what you want to do, but, for the record, I don’t own a desktop anymore..but I do have both iPad and MacBook Air, and use them for their own strengths.
It depends on your apps and needs. I know I don't have any need for a laptop right now but there are some apps that I'd rather have on a laptop than am iPad. On stage manager apps aren't exactly as I'd like them to be on a big screen. I can't use Google docs on the entire screen and instead I have the wallpaper in the background that I don't want to have there. I can't use split screen exactly the way I would on a laptop on an external display.
The iPad will be great for Freeform when I'm making mind maps and summaries in uni, when I'm using procreate for drawing, in a lecture hall taking notes, annotating, etc, the mac will be for Photoshop, multitasking in any way on a desktop monitor, and using a full screen.
first of all, sorry for my language.
in my openion, ipad pro is grade device, it is the best tablet speaker ever, but, the ipados for now so limitit for productifity, a spetialy for multi tasking.
btw i'm a blind person.
usually I edit my video using imovie.
in imovie for ipad for now it is lacking keyboard shortcut, un like imovie for mac.
The iPad Files app and its lack of iCloud functionality are the main hinderance for me - biggest one being no way to keep a folder on the device and prevent iPadOS from deleting it to save space. Any workarounds for this spell inconvenience.
The iPad over a MacBook Air is a superior device only whilst walking or lying down (and an iPhone is better for that). The touch screen is great for some artists and professionals but for everyone else a trackpad is far easier and more comfortable to use and your screen stays cleaner. The iPad is a niche product but for kids it's good because it's less prone to breaking and the touchscreen is fun on some games. There are much cheaper alternatives to Apple though.
A lot of developers (including apple) have done a great job of making the experience between their MacOS and ipad app almost identical and seamless to the point their iPad apps feels just like the desktop app. Which is one reason I don't use or need a macbook anymore for on the go computing. The ipad is just more versatile for my wants and needs. But I do still use a Mac Mini with duel display setup in my home studio when I need it. But otherwise, the ipad does everything I want and need when on the go or working remote.
For me, it just depends on what I'm doing. If I'm consuming content, it really just depends on what mood I'm in that day lol. Sometimes I go to that MacBook/laptop cause I like the bigger screen and I'm at a desk. If I wanna sit on the couch or something to consume that content I'm gonna use my iPad. If I'm wanting to get actual work done, it's gonna be that MacBook/laptop almost every time.
The part that I always struggled with is I was never really a laptop person. So let's go back a few years.
I bought my first iPad because I wanted it to draw on it. I bought it exclusively for drawing, and I loved it. So when I saw they had more power to do more things. I always wonder why they knee cap it.
Eveutally I did buy my first laptop in 2020 with the M1. Lots of FOMO going around. I realized that laptops were really handy, and I loved the idea of a laptop.
And then the real problem happened. I went travelling. Carrying TWO devices with me is a pain in the butt. You always take them both out with security, and they get heavy if you're spending 10-20 hours in airports and walking around cities.
Honestly, if it wasn't for travel, I would be fine, whatever keep it two devices. I have a big ass office I can store lots of niche tech. It's just the travel part that gets me!
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I can't replace the iPad with a laptop, because I NEED to draw on it. I did get a new Surface Pro with windows, and that's replacing both the iPad and the MacBook.
I work in the IT dept. for a software company, and I have the pleasure of being able to use many devices at work (Surface Pro, Surface Laptop, Dell laptops, Chromebooks, ChromeOS Flex, Android phone), and my personal devices are Mac Pro (Late 2013), iPad Pro (3rd gen) and iPhone.
All devices and OSs have shortcomings, but my choice will always be iPad: portability, battery life, possibly to have 5G, Continuity and Apple Fitness+ to say a few. The iPad can be everything thing you need, if you embrace change and don’t accept status quo. Is it the best in all scenarios ? Of course not, but I n my experience no device is, you just need to find the one that is right for you.
If you made a bell curve of what device people need and put MacBook ultra/ Mac Pro on one side and iPad/ iPad mini on other side. You will see that the peak is probably at the MacBook Air/ iPad Pro. With the mass of the curve mostly on the side closest to the iPad.
It can certainly replace a laptop for many people - however for those who would be classed as more advanced users or pro users it falls more into the category of a companion device.
iPad Pro with keyboard is more like hybrid PC to me, I like it but if you do need an app that only available for Windows/Mac, then it is an expensive plugin.
Depends on what you need. The surface pro 11 seems to be the better choice if you want a laptop replacement. But if you NEED an iPad. May as well get an m1 iPad. Much less expensive with pretty much the same user experience as m4
Here’s what you’re forgetting. There are many people who can’t afford both a laptop and tablet or simply don’t want to carry double the devices, double the weight, double the cords , double the… you get my point. So the question for real life people people is “can I have a decide that can do everything”.. that’s why iPads are becoming popular for professionals. Because as you said in your video, iPads are adaptable. They are modular computers. A tablet when you want it, a laptop when you need it, and a desktop if you like that setup. You’re talking on your video like some rich person who could just buy it all. That’s not reality for so many people
Good video but you have answered your own question by saying that you used both devices to produce this video. Who wants to carry two devices around with them. Come on apple let’s have dual boot on iPad. That’s what everyone wants. There is no excuse except their bottom line.
The iPad does not replace a MacBook nor a PC…what it does is offer computing and functionality that is the bare minimum because of the OS with certain exceptional functionality such as design…it’s a consumption device first and foremost and light productivity device. What is needed is hypered from apple to compile the best of both worlds.
Good point it depends on the person. But it does not excuse apple for limiting the potential of the ipad. And please dont make excuses for them.
My M1 iPad Pro 11 replaced my 16" I9 MBP over two years ago for the mobile aspects of my real estate and property management business, and I've never looked back. In fact, the experience just keeps getting better and better. I love iPad OS and my iPP. In fact, IMHO, I think the iPad is Apples best, most flexible device ever.
I’ve never thought that my iPad is a replacement for my laptop. It will do a lot for me in terms of basic computing, task management and such, but when I need horsepower, I bust out the laptop.
In very simple terms iPad os does not have any kind of TH-cam video download apps. It is the greatest failure, which I think iPad always does not have; If I am wrong, please correct me.
My Macbook became my storage device after I got an M4 iPad.
That’s the main function of my Mac: video library of movies that I don’t really watch anymore
Im an artist/illustrator and I make websites on wordpress too. I've been using exclusively an ipad (2020) for almost 4 years now, no issues. Is it the best for web dev? Of course not. But it works well enough that I can travel super light and I don't really miss my old laptop (which I sold before getting the ipad). So no, no need for even the m1. And for people wondering: I use affinity's suite (photo/design/publisher), procreate, safari (for clickup/wordpress/divi/figma), apple notes and google's doc/sheets/gmail/calendar. There has been very few scenarios of things I cant do (but plenty where I had to look for a workaroud)
You can do web dev entirely on iPad?
I have an ipad mini 6, MacBook air 2, Mac mini, Surface Go 3, iPhone and Z fold 4; for me every device has special features, for traveling the Surface go is my favorite, working at office the MacBook air is great, at home Mac mini, taking notes ipad mini work flawless, big screen on the go my Z fold, main phone iphone; my point is: Every device is different just depends what do you need. Great video.
thank you so much for your thoughts. You nailed it down. My MacBook and iPad wont get any more updates cuz both of them are too old now. And im torn between replacing just the iPad or the MacBook or both (wich is crazy expensive). But im leaning more towards iPad Pro 13 (and still use my MacBook Pro 2016) because im more and more using Apps (due to iPhone) and less traditional programms.
Fam, may take you a hella longer time, but i'd be interested in you doing a video like this in the future TWICE. One upload is the video edited on ipad only and one edited on mac only.
In all honesty: it’d be very similar for me personally for the basic edits. 4 iPhones, import, basic corrections, switch views, export, upload, thumbnail, publish. No plugins. Would make a good video though!
ONÉSIMO REASON WHY IPAD IS BETTER CAMARASSSS!
Yes it can, easily
The iPad Pro CAN replace a laptop, but Apple just chose not to and withheld so many features that they can easily put on the iPad. I’m not even asking for “full” macOS. But iPadOS in the current form is certainly not as capable as macOS in some basic tasks.
Sometimes when I watch TH-cam reviews I wonder if I’m the only person alive who doesn’t edit videos or make content…? Like how many people actually use Final Cut Pro 😅 I have a regular job, can we get someone to talk about whether the iPad can replace a laptop for regular people who do like.. Accounting? Project Management? HR?
I don’t think the goal was ever for one to replace the other. If that was the case, there would be no need for one or the other. It depends on what the person is doing
Jeez, we still doing videos like this? It is a supplement to a main rig whether it is a mac or pc. I can use mine perfectly fine when I travel. Any issues I can use Jump and RDP into a home machine. I still take my macbook pro though. Why not do a video showing the iphone hooked to an external monitor? THAT is amazing. Small bluetooth keyboard/trackpad, 1 usbc->hdmi cable at a hotel.
I have been using iPads for years now. I have recently got the 13 inch M4 iPad Pro with Magic Keyboard. It’s a complicated situation. The escape key is a waste. And y not have MacOS and let people decide if they want a touchscreen or not. People will still buy both devices. I just checked even the MacBooks Pro 16 inch has only 600 nits of brightness for SDR which means the iPad Pro is the brightest display by apple currently with 1000 nits for SDR content. Just make it also software capable with the MacOS. Then its an easy buy.
A quick one: I think influencers (creators) leverage the YT algorithms by pushing this iPad -vs. Macbook agenda. The reason is that they always do things differently for Android tablets, such as the Tab S9 Ultra. They never say that we want Windows on Samsung tablets despite Samsung having done it a decade ago and having Linux as well at one time.
So, it is to draw in the anti-Apple crowd to flex on negative Apple videos, and it works as they are copying each other now. Apple is more likely to be subject to this agenda as they do not sponsor creators or provide an income stream from affiliated links. So, there is a good reason creators are less likely to push this for Samsung, as it would affect their bottom line.
Glad to see a balanced, reasoned take; thanks!
If I can just code on it it'd be perfect (for my use case).
In my opinion, the iPad represents a very modern approach to work. Some people will adapt to it faster than others. The Mac, on the other hand, can offer a link to the past. Some creators may need special plugs or apps that are not compatible with or won't run on the iPad. So, as you said, it ultimately comes down to personal preference.
Great video thanks a lot 🙏 now I understand better the ecosystem 😊
apple just needs to add a mac book air model with a detachable screen and get rid of the larger iPads. Keep the ipad mini and the regular ipad. problem solved
Think outside the box
some may tend to buy both
some think outside of Apple Ecosystem and they love it
such as
2 in 1
or Asus Duo ❤😂🎉
Wonderful video chief… the thing is… it’s so annoying hearing the fanboys & fangirls cry over what the iPad should be, whether it’s a Pro or Air & crying for Mac OS…Jesus… lets be honest here, the iPad is a TABLET & nothing more. If u need a laptop buy a laptop & stop complaining… I just bought my 1st iPad with the pencil pro…
I don’t even need the Magic Keyboard… I’m using it as how it’s intended to be used.
Also, how often do u charge ur iPad & do u have the charge limit set to 80%?
This is kind of weird, yes it could replace your laptop if you use your laptop for a cutting board, an iPad pro can also serve that same function because of a similar form factor. It’s even more portable. But if you need it to do things that are only offered in a fully featured operating system, no. The problem is that it could! If developers and apple would try to do it, AND it would be better for many people if they did. The device is a better form factor than a laptop aside from tipping over due to poor keyboard and stand design. A touch screen, a stylus, easy to pick up and use in the hand, why wouldn’t you want to also finish the job on one device?!?! Apple is holding back.
iPad isn’t there yet. I present with Keynote a lot and also business requires me to use Office and with the iPad Pro it’s still too fiddly. Also the iPad is clunky with a dedicated mouse (not sure why they didn’t improve external mouse integration?)
Thanks for the video. I agree.
Maybe we need to ask, is a laptop an iPad replacement?
Great take on this question! You're right, it all comes down to personal needs and requirements, period.
You are making an iPad into a faux-macbook. I looked into this, It turns out that you will spend more money and have a Frankenstein set up. BUT in the end you don't have a terminal on the iPad. That is the deal breaker.
Have we not seen this question answered in countless other videos? The common consensus is no…. The iPad cannot replace a MacBook.
The fact is that your average knowledge worker / creator needs 3 pieces of tech: iPhone + Mac + iPad. We still cannot get away with 2 items.
The laptop is the standard for mobile confusing, so yes that is the question
Until you can get a full blown version of iTunes on the iPad you will need the laptop or desktop
"Here's the question of the day: What is a laptop" => A laptop is a portable / mobile desktop
ALL I KNOW IS I SPENT $1300 to make my work easy but ipados complicates it so IPADOS NEEDS A LOT OF IMPROVEMENTS.
The iPad Pro is the best tablet for tablet OS stuff; the Macbooks are the best desktop OS but are poor tablets. This is down to the consumer use case, and I went with both as there are no compromises. Expecting the iPad to be as good as a Macbook for desktop work is like believing you can replace your iPad for note-taking with the Macbook; it is unrealistic.
@@andyH_England wow but it didnt mentioned anywhere that i want ipad to be macos. Bro dont you think that you must understand first other’s statement instead of flaunting you knowledge learned from various youtubers.
Ipados needs improvement and thats a fact it cant even download in background for more than 5 minutes from websites. It cant even support full fledged browser that can surf govt websites. It cant be a good device to surf internet Not it is good device to manage files. Nor it can be used with external monitor during screen locked.