iPad Pro - Why iPad (2024)

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Get the tough things doneeasily. Run powerful appseffortlessly. All‑day batterylife.1 Use multiple apps at once and work betweenthem. Wi‑Fi when you have it.Cellular when youdon’t. Store and share all your stuff withFiles. Write it down. Mark it up.And make itunforgettable. Take amazing notes with ApplePencil. Convert your handwritten notes to typedtext. Draw perfect shapes byhand. Sign documents. Mark upanything. Handwrite in any text field withScribble. Take a QuickNote anywhere. Create on the ultimate canvas for anyproject. Draw a masterpiece with ApplePencil. 3D design at yourfingertips. Produce music or record apodcast. Bring your own animated characters tolife. iPad and Mac make a serious creativeteam. Catch a movie. Blast tunes. Read aclassic. Comes with 3months of AppleTV+. Watch and stream all your favoritecontent. Amazing speakers for music, video, andTV. Catch up on the latest news or read a bestseller. Snap a photo. Scan a doc. Shoot a film. Allonthe samedevice. Edit your photos and videos rightaway. Stay connected. Did you know a document scanner is built rightin? The best platform forAR. Play it like you meanit. AppStore games that look and playamazing. Connect a game controller. Explore a world of games with a free trial of AppleArcade.8 Games are more engaging with motion. Lifelong learning mademagical. Your classroom can beanywhere. Learn something new, be it cooking orCantonese. A great start for all types oflearning. Build your codingskills. Unlock the world around you withAR. There’s an appforthat. iPadOS 17 Privacy Accessibility Environment FAQs
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Yes, it does that.
And then some.

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iPad is so versatile, it’s more than up to any task. Whether you’re working on a project, expressing your creativity, or playing an immersive game, iPad is a fun and powerful way to get it done. Here are just a few of the countless things you can do withiPad.

Get the tough things doneeasily.

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Run powerful appseffortlessly.

iPad works with the powerful apps you’re familiar with, like AdobePhotoshop or MicrosoftOffice, with the added ease of using them with touch.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (4)Adobe Photoshop app on iPad.

All‑day batterylife.1

Stay productive and on the go allday.

Use multiple apps at once and work betweenthem.

Multitasking with iPad is more intuitive and powerful than ever. Work seamlessly across apps. Use Slide Over or Split View to work with multiple apps at the same time, and even drag and drop content between apps with touch or a trackpad. And on iPadPro and iPadAir, you can use Stage Manager to overlap, stack, and resize appwindows.2

iPad Pro - Why iPad (5)Multitasking on iPad with Stage Manager.

Wi‑Fi when you have it.
Cellular when youdon’t.

Cellular capability means iPad keeps you connected from just about anywhere. So you don’t miss a beat even if you’re away fromWi‑Fi.3

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Store and share all your stuff withFiles.

You can organize, share, and get to all your stuff with the Files app. Manage what’s on your iPad, in iCloud, or on cloud services like Box. Easily access files stored on a thumb drive or other external devices,too.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (7)Files app on iPad

Write it down. Mark it up.
And make itunforgettable.

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Take amazing notes with ApplePencil.

Whether you’re taking class notes, keeping a journal, or brainstorming a solution, iPad is always ready to capture your brightest ideas. Then you can easily share them, build on them, and bring them tolife.4

iPad Pro - Why iPad (9)Goodnotes 6 app on iPad.

Convert your handwritten notes to typedtext.

With iPad, your handwriting can be just as powerful as typed text. Start with your handwritten note, then with a few taps, copy and paste it as typed text.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (10)Notes app on iPad.

Draw perfect shapes byhand.

Draw familiar shapes freehand with ApplePencil and watch as shape recognition snaps them into their idealform.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (11)Notes app on iPad.

Sign documents. Mark upanything.

Fill out a form or sign a document right on iPad with your fingertip or ApplePencil, then send it with just a tap. Or take a screenshot and mark it up, give some retouching notes on a photo, or make revisions to adocument.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (12)Using Markup on iPad.

Handwrite in any text field withScribble.

Use ApplePencil to write a quick message or search for something in Safari. Your handwriting will automatically convert to typed text, so you don’t have to interrupt yourflow.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (13)Apple Maps app on iPad.

Take a QuickNote anywhere.

QuickNote is a fast and easy way to make or get to a note no matter what you’re doing. Start a QuickNote with a swipe of a finger or ApplePencil, then jot down information over any app or screen. Add links, highlights, tags, and mentions for context.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (14)Using Quick Note on iPad.

Create on the ultimate canvas for anyproject.

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Draw a masterpiece with ApplePencil.

With tilt and pressure sensitivity, low latency, and pixel‑perfect precision, ApplePencil is the ultimate tool to help turn a blank page into an inspiring work ofart.5

iPad Pro - Why iPad (16)Adobe Photoshop app on iPad.

3D design at yourfingertips.

Even the most intensive creative projects are brought to life on iPad. Use touch to move and manipulate objects. ApplePencil to draw and fine‑tune sketches. You can even view them in AR, all on onedevice.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (17)Shapr3D app on iPad.

Produce music or record apodcast.

Audio apps for iPad help you learn, practice, record, and create with ease. And with LogicPro for iPad, you have everything you need to create a finished song and more — it’s like having a professional recording studio in yourhands.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (18)Logic Pro for iPad on iPad.

Bring your own animated characters tolife.

Use ApplePencil to draw characters and create new worlds with intuitive animation apps designed for all types ofartists.

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Animation Desk app on iPad

iPad and Mac make a serious creativeteam.

With Sidecar, you can extend or mirror your Mac display wirelessly. Then use iPad for precision tasks or as an incredible second display. And with UniversalControl, a single keyboard and mouse or trackpad work seamlessly between your Mac andiPad.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (21)Adobe Lightroom app on iPad.

Catch a movie.
Blast tunes. Read aclassic.

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Comes with 3months of AppleTV+.

Every iPad includes a 3‑month subscription to AppleTV+, featuring critically acclaimed AppleOriginal series and films.6

iPad Pro - Why iPad (23)The Snoopy Show
iPad Pro - Why iPad (24)Mythic Quest
iPad Pro - Why iPad (25)The Mosquito Coast
iPad Pro - Why iPad (26)Wolfwalkers
iPad Pro - Why iPad (27)Ted Lasso
iPad Pro - Why iPad (28)Cherry
iPad Pro - Why iPad (29)Billie Eilish: The World’s A Little Blurry
iPad Pro - Why iPad (30)Calls
iPad Pro - Why iPad (31)Ghostwriter
iPad Pro - Why iPad (32)Earth at Night in Color
iPad Pro - Why iPad (33)For All Mankind
iPad Pro - Why iPad (34)Servant

Featured Shows: The Snoopy Show, Mythic Quest, The Mosquito Coast, WolfwalkersFeatured Shows: Ted Lasso, Cherry, Billie Eilish: The World’s A Little Blurry, CallsFeatured Shows: Ghostwriter, Earth at Night in Color, For All Mankind, Servant

iPad Pro - Why iPad (35)The Snoopy Show
iPad Pro - Why iPad (36)Mythic Quest
iPad Pro - Why iPad (37)The Mosquito Coast
iPad Pro - Why iPad (38)Wolfwalkers
iPad Pro - Why iPad (39)Ted Lasso
iPad Pro - Why iPad (40)Cherry
iPad Pro - Why iPad (41)Billie Eilish: The World’s A Little Blurry
iPad Pro - Why iPad (42)Calls
iPad Pro - Why iPad (43)Ghostwriter
iPad Pro - Why iPad (44)Earth at Night in Color
iPad Pro - Why iPad (45)For All Mankind
iPad Pro - Why iPad (46)Servant

Featured Shows: The Snoopy Show, Mythic Quest, The Mosquito Coast, WolfwalkersFeatured Shows: Ted Lasso, Cherry, Billie Eilish: The World’s A Little Blurry, CallsFeatured Shows: Ghostwriter, Earth at Night in Color, For All Mankind, Servant

Watch and stream all your favoritecontent.

Catch the newest film and TV releases or rewatch your favorites on an immersive display that goes with youanywhere.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (47)SharePlay app on iPad.

Amazing speakers for music, video, andTV.

Listen to a podcast as you cook, blast your favorite playlist, or take a movie togo.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (48)Apple Music app on iPad.

Catch up on the latest news or read a bestseller.

iPad makes reading a joy. Check out all your favorite authors, books, and publications with the Books and Newsapps.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (49)Apple Books app on iPad.

Snap a photo. Scan a doc.
Shoot a film. Allonthe samedevice.

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Edit your photos and videos rightaway.

iPad makes editing, enjoying, and sharing your photos and videos easy. Capture the perfect shot and make it your own with a suite of powerful built‑in or third‑party editing apps. And use FinalCutPro for iPad to shoot, edit, finish, and deliver professional videos anywhere youare.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (51)Final Cut Pro for iPad.

Stay connected.

Use FaceTime and other video conferencing apps to stay connected with family, friends, and the office. You can take selfies,too.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (52)Group FaceTime on iPad.

Did you know a document scanner is built rightin?

Use the back camera to scan a document, then mark it up and send it. All from the samedevice.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (53)Notes app on iPad.

The best platform forAR.

Advanced cameras, motion tracking, and a large display make iPad the ultimate device for augmented reality. So you can learn, watch, and play in immersiveenvironments.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (54)JigSpace app on iPad.

Play it like you meanit.

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AppStore games that look and playamazing.

Browse and enjoy thousands of games designed just for iPad. From high‑speed racing to jigsaw puzzles, there’s a game foreveryone.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (56)Sky: Children of the Light
iPad Pro - Why iPad (57)FFVII The First Soldier
iPad Pro - Why iPad (58)Minecraft
iPad Pro - Why iPad (59)Call of Duty®: Mobile
iPad Pro - Why iPad (60)Genshin Impact
iPad Pro - Why iPad (61)GRIS
iPad Pro - Why iPad (62)Inked
iPad Pro - Why iPad (63)Rec Room
iPad Pro - Why iPad (64)Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery
iPad Pro - Why iPad (65)Hearthstone
iPad Pro - Why iPad (66)Asphalt 9: Legends
iPad Pro - Why iPad (67)Mario Kart Tour
iPad Pro - Why iPad (68)Black Desert Mobile
iPad Pro - Why iPad (69)Seven Knights 2
iPad Pro - Why iPad (70)Root Board Game
iPad Pro - Why iPad (71)Monopoly
iPad Pro - Why iPad (72)MARVEL Strike Force: Squad RPG
iPad Pro - Why iPad (73)Roblox
iPad Pro - Why iPad (74)Among Us!
iPad Pro - Why iPad (75)Stardew Valley
iPad Pro - Why iPad (76)Hyper Light Drifter

Featured Games: Sky: Children of the Light, FFVII The First Soldier, Minecraft, Call of Duty®: Mobile, Genshin Impact, GRIS, InkedFeatured Games: Rec Room, Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery, Hearthstone, Asphalt 9: Legends, Mario Kart Tour, Black Desert Mobile, Seven Knights 2Featured Games: Root Board Game, Monopoly, MARVEL Strike Force: Squad RPG, Roblox, Among Us!, Stardew Valley, Hyper Light Drifter

iPad Pro - Why iPad (77)Sky: Children of the Light
iPad Pro - Why iPad (78)FFVII The First Soldier
iPad Pro - Why iPad (79)Minecraft
iPad Pro - Why iPad (80)Call of Duty®: Mobile
iPad Pro - Why iPad (81)Genshin Impact
iPad Pro - Why iPad (82)GRIS
iPad Pro - Why iPad (83)Inked
iPad Pro - Why iPad (84)Rec Room
iPad Pro - Why iPad (85)Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery
iPad Pro - Why iPad (86)Hearthstone
iPad Pro - Why iPad (87)Asphalt 9: Legends
iPad Pro - Why iPad (88)Mario Kart Tour
iPad Pro - Why iPad (89)Black Desert Mobile
iPad Pro - Why iPad (90)Seven Knights 2
iPad Pro - Why iPad (91)Root Board Game
iPad Pro - Why iPad (92)Monopoly
iPad Pro - Why iPad (93)MARVEL Strike Force: Squad RPG
iPad Pro - Why iPad (94)Roblox
iPad Pro - Why iPad (95)Among Us!
iPad Pro - Why iPad (96)Stardew Valley
iPad Pro - Why iPad (97)Hyper Light Drifter

Featured Games: Sky: Children of the Light, FFVII The First Soldier, Minecraft, Call of Duty®: Mobile, Genshin Impact, GRIS, InkedFeatured Games: Rec Room, Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery, Hearthstone, Asphalt 9: Legends, Mario Kart Tour, Black Desert Mobile, Seven Knights 2Featured Games: Root Board Game, Monopoly, MARVEL Strike Force: Squad RPG, Roblox, Among Us!, Stardew Valley, Hyper Light Drifter

Connect a game controller.

Pair your PlayStation or Xbox controller with your iPad to create an incredible portable game console. Play solo or squad up with friends inmultiplayer.7

iPad Pro - Why iPad (98)Warped Kart Racers app on iPad using a Playstation or Xbox controller.

Explore a world of games with a free trial of AppleArcade.8

Play your way through hundreds of worlds and experience endless fun with AppleArcade. One subscription, zero ads, all you canplay.

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Apple Arcade Animation
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Games are more engaging with motion.

Games take on a new dimension with motion sensors built into iPad. Dodge, drive, and take aim with iPad as an amazing handheld gamingdevice.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (102)Asphalt 9: Legends app on iPad.

Lifelong learning mademagical.

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Your classroom can beanywhere.

Take your learning to go and sign in from wherever you are. Attend a lecture, tackle a group project, or simply stay connected with colleagues and classmates from allover.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (104)ZOOM Cloud Meetings app on iPad.

Learn something new, be it cooking orCantonese.

iPad makes a perfect companion for learning. Go step by step with an instructor or zip through a self‑guided course in your free time. However you like to learn, there’s an app forthat.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (105)Kitchen Stories app on iPad.

A great start for all types oflearning.

The AppStore has a huge range of educational apps for children to explore outside the classroom. And ScreenTime lets you view and set limits on how much time you and your kids spend on apps, websites, andmore.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (106)Star Walk Kids: Astronomy Game app on iPad.

Build your codingskills.

SwiftPlaygrounds makes it fun to learn and experiment with Swift — a powerful programming language created by Apple. Learn code, build real apps with SwiftUI, and see your ideas come to life on the AppStore.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (107)Swift Playgrounds app on iPad.

Unlock the world around you withAR.

Expand your mind with augmented reality learning apps. Dive into layers of the human body or point your iPad to the stars and see the constellations aboveyou.

iPad Pro - Why iPad (108)Night Sky app on iPad.
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There’s an appforthat.

Apps in the AppStore are designed to take full advantage of the power and versatility of iPad. Our AppStore editors curate and recommend the best apps in the world to help you create, have fun, learn, and get thingsdone.

Discover apps for iPad in theAppStore

iPadOS 17

Even more capable. Even more you.

Learn more

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Privacy

We design Apple products with your security in mind to protect your privacy and give you control over yourinformation.

Learn more about our approachtoprivacy

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Accessibility

Technology is most powerful when everyone can useit. That’swhy iPadcomes with accessibility features that support vision, hearing, mobility, andlearningneeds.

Explore all accessibilityfeatures

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Environment

Apple is carbonneutral. And by 2030, all of our products will be too. We’re committed to one day sourcing 100% recycled and renewable materials across our products and packaging, all with clean energy and no carbonfootprint.

Learn more about Apple andtheenvironment

iPad Pro - Why iPad (2024)

FAQs

What can an iPad Pro do that an iPad can't? ›

What can the iPad Pro do that the iPad can't?
  • Larger screen (11-inch & 12.9-inch)
  • USB-C port.
  • Face ID.
  • More storage space.
  • Four speakers.
  • Apple Pencil 2 compatible.
Jan 5, 2023

What is the disadvantage of the iPad Pro? ›

Cons: Expensive compared to other iPad models, Android tablets, and even many full featured Mac and Windows notebooks. iPadOS, although improving with each version, still is somewhat awkward and hamstrung for professional and productivity use.

What is special about the iPad Pro? ›

The iPad Pro is Apple's highest-end tablet, featuring the same M-series chips Apple uses for Macs. The latest iPad Pro models feature the M4 chip, a super slim design, Thunderbolt support, up to 2TB storage, and OLED display technology.

Is the iPad Pro worth it? ›

I wholeheartedly believe that the new iPad Pro is well worth the investment. However, if you don't need all of the extra processing power the new 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Pros offer, I suggest taking a look at the upgraded 2024 11-inch or 13-inch iPad Air tablets, which are a less expensive.

What can I do on an iPad Pro that I can t do on an iPad Air? ›

The Pro models have another benefit that taps the camera: Their Face ID security is powered by a TrueDepth camera, which is why there's also a Portrait option on the iPad Pro's front-facing camera, but not the Air.

What are some cool things the iPad Pro can do? ›

Here are just a few of the countless things you can do with iPad.
  • Get the tough things done easily. Run powerful apps effortlessly. ...
  • Write it down. Mark it up. ...
  • Create on the ultimate canvas for any project. Draw a masterpiece with Apple Pencil. ...
  • Snap a photo. Scan a doc. ...
  • Lifelong learning made magical.

Is iPad Pro just as good as MacBook? ›

As a laptop, the MacBook Air 13 beats out the iPad Pro—they may share the same processor, but the MacBook Air 13's fully featured macOS operating system is a lot more versatile than the iPad Pro's iPadOS. However, if you love to write with a pencil more than you do with a keyboard the iPad Pro is a worthy choice.

Is iPad Pro like a laptop? ›

While the iPad Pro is plenty powerful, if you're going to use it as a laptop alternative, you'll need a physical keyboard and touchpad, which will make writing and multitasking much easier.

What is iPad Pro suitable for? ›

1. Powerful Performance: The iPad Pro boasts impressive processing power, making it suitable for tasks like video editing and graphic design. 2. Sleek and Portable: It's incredibly thin and lightweight, which is great for on-the-go productivity.

How many years will an iPad Pro last? ›

Your iPad should last at least 5 years. But your device can last even longer depending on: Your iPad model.

Is there a new iPad Pro coming out in 2024? ›

Apple's new iPad Pro 2024 ships with a Tandem OLED display and Apple's new M4 processor. It's the first new iPad since October 2022. The device is super thin and lighter than earlier iPads, but it needs new software.

Can you make calls from iPad Pro? ›

After setting up your devices, you can make and receive phone calls on your Mac or iPad whenever the iPhone is nearby and on the same network as the other device. , or choose a call option from a menu. You can also make a call directly from the FaceTime app.

Is the iPad Pro 12.9 being discontinued? ›

Meanwhile, with the 12.9-inch iPad Pro expected to be discontinued in 2024, the shipment volume of Mini LED tablets is expected to decrease by about 15.6% YoY, making these two the only applications expected to decline,” TendForce's '2024 New Mini LED BLU Display Trend Analysis' report noted.

Why is the new iPad Pro so expensive? ›

Typically, products that use less material have a lower cost. In technology, it's often the opposite. Smaller, thinner, and lighter devices are more expensive because tiny components are harder to make. That's the story of Apple's iPad Pro (M4).

Are iPad pros better than air? ›

iPad Air (2024, M2)

While the iPad Pro has a nicer OLED display and an even faster processor, the Air is more than enough Pro for most.

What is the advantage of iPad Pro over iPad? ›

Not only does the iPad Pro offer the largest screen size in its 12.9-inch model but it also features the best resolution (2732 x 2048 at that size) and Apple's ProMotion technology, which boosts the display's refresh rate to provide much smoother movement when needed, or battery-saving lower refresh rates when the ...

What does the iPad Pro do that the air does not? ›

With the iPad Pro, both the 11- and 13-inch sizes now come with "Tandem OLED" displays that get surprisingly bright with better contrast for visual applications. There's also a new M4 chipset on them, while the more affordable iPad Air line gets bumped up to the M2 processor.

Is there anything a computer can do that an iPad cant? ›

Run Proprietary or Desktop Software

The iPad can't run Windows or Mac software, which means no access to software that requires Windows or macOS, which includes many of the most popular games. Beyond gaming, many people bring their work home with them, and work often involves proprietary software.

Can you run Word and Excel on iPad Pro? ›

Free and with Office 365 subscription

With an Office 365 subscription, you can edit and create new documents with the iPad. An Office 365 subscription not only gets you the complete Office apps for iPad, but also always-up-to-date versions of Office for PC and Mac.

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