International hands-on round-up iPad Pro 2021
Usually, just before pre-orders for a new Apple product, the major international media already share their first experiences in hands-ons and previews, but this time things are a bit different. The hands-ons of the iPad Pro 2021 are only now available, the day before the first orders are delivered to buyers. We now know what the experiences are with the new mini-LED screen and how the M1 chip in the iPad Pro works out. In this round-up we collect the main hands-ons of the new iPad Pro 2021.
First impression of MKBHD
The well-known YouTuber MKBHD also received the new iPad Pro 2021 from Apple early on and was able to get started with it. The title of his video already gives away a lot: The Ultimate Spec Bump. The M1 provides even faster performance. He noticed this especially with heavier apps. For the test, he used the model with 16GB of RAM, noting that apps always start immediately, even those far in the memory, without having to reload.
The Verge hands-on iPad Pro 2021
Dieter Bohn of The Verge already has a lot of experience with Apple devices and immediately explains what the new 12.9-inch iPad Pro is all about: the new screen. According to him, it is the best non-TV device for watching films and series. If he compares the screen to that of the 11-inch iPad Pro (which does not have a mini-LED display), it is striking that the black on the smaller model is a bit more gray. In daily use you will not notice much of the new screen, but you only really see the difference of the mini-LED display when watching movies. The M1 chip is powerful, but iPadOS is still limited.
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CNET goes hands-on with the iPad Pro 2021
CNET focuses on the M1 chip and the new 5G option. The combination makes the iPad Pro 2021 almost the perfect tablet, according to them. But the limitations of iPadOS hold back its capabilities, especially when it comes to multitasking. The M1 chip is capable of more than is currently possible with the iPad Pro, according to CNET. For demanding tasks with augmented reality and 3D models, the new iPad Pro becomes less hot than last year's model.
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Engadget about the iPad Pro 2021
Engadget is also clear about the iPad Pro 2021: the hardware transcends the software. In theory, the iPad Pro is a laptop, but the software provides the limitations. It's the best mobile computer Apple has ever made, says Chris Velazco. He is also enthusiastic about the Center Stage feature, which allows the ultra-wide front camera to 'move with you'. so that you always stay in the picture. It feels a bit awkward at first, but it ensures that the camera moves well with you and zooms in and out. What he does find disturbing is that the camera is still on the short side, while the iPad is increasingly used horizontally.
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Videos from iJustine, Ren & eacute; Ritchie and more
Many more video reviews have come along, including from well-known YouTubers and Apple fans such as iJustine and Ren & eacute; Ritchie.
Want to know more about the iPad Pro 2021? Read our explanation with functions of the iPad Pro 2021. If you are planning to buy the new iPad, you can choose from several models and colors. Also read our iPad comparison in which we put all models side by side.