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3.0 out of 5 starsA good choice but may not be the best one
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2020
I really spend quite a long time in amazon to pick my gadget. As there are so much things needed to be considered and make a comparison and see what to take. Finally, I decided to take this one and here is why. Abstract, pro and cons.
The reason why I want an iPad is a need an appropriate device for reading. HBR cases, bloomberg magazine, entrepreneurs and so on. Most of them come in standard letter size, so a large display would be a mandatory thing. thus, I choose 12.9 over 11. And I used to have Sony DPT-RP1, sony claimed they will have RP2 soon, but none come out even after the date they promised. Well, then, it would be on iPad.
Pro:
1. IPad Pro have the SONY level quality, it will not fail badly like Onyx crap. (Boox max3, see how many negative reviews they get), RP1 is very old and I don't want it back, apple can retain more money as well as serve me good.
2. Very fluid pencil. Even feels better than my Wacom and Sony digitalpaper stylus, also better than remarkable. It is just awesome, though, I really want to have a black edition pencil come with an eraser.
3. A12Z is noticably faster than any processors, I play NBA 2K20, much more details, much more fluid. Great.
4. Good weight balance, do not add a case but use a pouch to protect it would be good enough.
Cons:
1. Only FHD resolution allowed on youtube. Trash.
2. Short battery life. Kindda of. Especially if you play music with its speakers.it is on par or less than mini5 according to my experience these days.
3. No 3.5mm jack, do not support third party USB-C to 3.5mm which is just awful. Apple does not have a quality pair and force you to use their non high quality wireless method to receive sound. Sad.
4. The stiffness is worried. Use with care.
5. I want my original iPad layout, pro way is hard to use.
Generally, I think it worths its price. Only 1069bucks, you will have the best ereader by far. BTW, highly recommend Notability if you use it for study and work.