iPad - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - Why iPad (23)The Snoopy Show
iPad - Why iPad (24)Mythic Quest
iPad - Why iPad (25)The Mosquito Coast
iPad - Why iPad (26)Wolfwalkers
iPad - Why iPad (27)Ted Lasso
iPad - Why iPad (28)Cherry
iPad - Why iPad (29)Billie Eilish: The World’s A Little Blurry
iPad - Why iPad (30)Calls
iPad - Why iPad (31)Ghostwriter
iPad - Why iPad (32)Earth at Night in Color
iPad - Why iPad (33)For All Mankind
iPad - 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 - Why iPad (35)The Snoopy Show
iPad - Why iPad (36)Mythic Quest
iPad - Why iPad (37)The Mosquito Coast
iPad - Why iPad (38)Wolfwalkers
iPad - Why iPad (39)Ted Lasso
iPad - Why iPad (40)Cherry
iPad - Why iPad (41)Billie Eilish: The World’s A Little Blurry
iPad - Why iPad (42)Calls
iPad - Why iPad (43)Ghostwriter
iPad - Why iPad (44)Earth at Night in Color
iPad - Why iPad (45)For All Mankind
iPad - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - Why iPad (56)Sky: Children of the Light
iPad - Why iPad (57)FFVII The First Soldier
iPad - Why iPad (58)Minecraft
iPad - Why iPad (59)Call of Duty®: Mobile
iPad - Why iPad (60)Genshin Impact
iPad - Why iPad (61)GRIS
iPad - Why iPad (62)Inked
iPad - Why iPad (63)Rec Room
iPad - Why iPad (64)Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery
iPad - Why iPad (65)Hearthstone
iPad - Why iPad (66)Asphalt 9: Legends
iPad - Why iPad (67)Mario Kart Tour
iPad - Why iPad (68)Black Desert Mobile
iPad - Why iPad (69)Seven Knights 2
iPad - Why iPad (70)Root Board Game
iPad - Why iPad (71)Monopoly
iPad - Why iPad (72)MARVEL Strike Force: Squad RPG
iPad - Why iPad (73)Roblox
iPad - Why iPad (74)Among Us!
iPad - Why iPad (75)Stardew Valley
iPad - 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 - Why iPad (77)Sky: Children of the Light
iPad - Why iPad (78)FFVII The First Soldier
iPad - Why iPad (79)Minecraft
iPad - Why iPad (80)Call of Duty®: Mobile
iPad - Why iPad (81)Genshin Impact
iPad - Why iPad (82)GRIS
iPad - Why iPad (83)Inked
iPad - Why iPad (84)Rec Room
iPad - Why iPad (85)Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery
iPad - Why iPad (86)Hearthstone
iPad - Why iPad (87)Asphalt 9: Legends
iPad - Why iPad (88)Mario Kart Tour
iPad - Why iPad (89)Black Desert Mobile
iPad - Why iPad (90)Seven Knights 2
iPad - Why iPad (91)Root Board Game
iPad - Why iPad (92)Monopoly
iPad - Why iPad (93)MARVEL Strike Force: Squad RPG
iPad - Why iPad (94)Roblox
iPad - Why iPad (95)Among Us!
iPad - Why iPad (96)Stardew Valley
iPad - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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

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FAQs

What is the point of having an iPad? ›

Entertainment. IPads are used to watch movies, listen to music and play games. Education. Students use them to read e-books, access online learning platforms and take interactive quizzes.

What does iPad mean? ›

a brand name for a tablet (= small computer) made by Apple, that is controlled by touch rather than having a keyboard or a stylus (= special pen) (Definition of iPad from the Cambridge Business English Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

Why is an iPad better than an iPhone? ›

First, unlike an iPhone, an iPad can run two apps side-by-side, which provides more flexibility in how you use the device. Due to its larger screen, an iPad can do things that aren't as easy to do on an iPhone, such as operating Excel or Word. Other than making calls, the iPad is better for just about every task.

What is the disadvantage of having an iPad? ›

The iPad doesn't support flash drives to expand storage, and external hard drives and/or cloud storage can't be used to store apps. While all tablets are inherently less expandable than laptops, which in turn are less expandable than desktop PCs, the iPad tends to be more limited than some Android tablets.

Is it really necessary to have an iPad? ›

Apple iPad tablets are remarkably versatile tools for everyday tasks and processor-intensive creative projects alike. But with so many iPad models and configurations on the market, all at vastly different price points, it can be tricky to pick the right Apple tablet for your needs in 2024.

Why do I need an iPad if I have a laptop? ›

Each iPad offers high-tech solutions to entertainment, work and everyday life. Depending on your needs, an iPad can be a worthwhile addition to your laptop. What can you do with an iPad? When it comes to portability, an iPad's combination of processing power and convenience puts it ahead of most laptops.

Is an iPad or laptop better? ›

Choosing between an iPad and a laptop depends on your specific needs and preferences. iPads are great for portability, browsing the internet, watching videos, and using apps. They're handy for tasks like reading, gaming, and light productivity work. On the other hand, laptops offer more power, storage, and versatility.

What is the lifespan of an iPad? ›

Media device: 5-8 years. If your intention is to use an iPad mostly for consumption of video, games, and other multimedia, its lifespan is effectively a function of its ability to maintain a battery charge and play the media you want.

Which is better, a tablet or an iPad? ›

Software and App Ecosystem: iPads have a more extensive and curated app ecosystem, with a wide range of high-quality apps optimized for the iPad. Android tablets have access to the Google Play Store, which offers a vast selection of apps, but the quality and optimization may vary.

Why is the iPad so popular? ›

Out of the box, any iPad provides an excellent portable video or movie-watching experience; access to a wide array of apps and games through the App Store; the ability to read ebooks, documents, and web articles on a bright comfortably sized screen; and communicate via email, messaging services, or video calls.

Can you use your iPad as a phone? ›

You can make and receive calls on your iPad by using Wi-Fi Calling to relay phone calls through your iPhone (iOS 9 or later required). Cellular charges might apply. Wi-Fi Calling isn't available from all carriers.

What can iPads do that iPhones can't? ›

IPad can run virtually all iPhone apps, but not vice versa. For instance, you can relish all the App Store's Hall of Fame apps on an iPad but miss out on some of them on the iPhone — including productivity apps such as Paper by FiftyThree and Adobe Photoshop Touch.

Why would someone use an iPad? ›

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 with iPad.

What are some negative facts about iPad? ›

Studies have shown that children who spend too much time on their iPads are more likely to experience headaches, eye strain, and blurred vision. Prolonged exposure to the blue light emitted from the iPad's screen can also disrupt the body's circadian rhythm, leading to sleep disorders and other related health problems.

What things are iPad good for? ›

Why 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. Your classroom can be anywhere.

Why do we need the iPad? ›

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 with iPad.

Is an iPad better than a laptop? ›

Choosing between an iPad and a laptop depends on your specific needs and preferences. iPads are great for portability, browsing the internet, watching videos, and using apps. They're handy for tasks like reading, gaming, and light productivity work. On the other hand, laptops offer more power, storage, and versatility.

Can you use an iPad like a laptop? ›

While I did miss using a mouse or trackpad, it worked fine. No doubt a lot of that is due to the iPad and its interface having been designed specifically for touchscreen controls. Unsurprisingly, iPadOS, even when being used like a laptop, is much better suited to touchscreen use than Windows 11.

Can I use the iPad as a phone? ›

You can make and receive calls on your iPad by using Wi-Fi Calling to relay phone calls through your iPhone (iOS 9 or later required).

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