Tablets are, after smartphones, the devices that have grown the most in number of users in recent years. Since Apple launched its first iPad model, criticized by many at the time for being considered an "I want and can't," the manufacturers' race to get the "iPad Killer" that managed to unseat Apple's tablet still continues, and the Current offer is very varied, and with large tablets that can stand up to the Apple iPad without any problem. But, why buy an iPad when there are other more affordable tablets who can "offer the same"? I will try to summarize it in an article.
Superior quality and design
When we talk about technological devices we always look at the processor, RAM, GPU, sensors, battery ... But the external aspect is something fundamental, at least it is in my case. And in this the iPad is, for now, unmatched. Its finish is simply stunning, and with the new design of the iPad Air it has been improved even more. It is difficult to imagine that a device of its weight and thickness could house so much power and autonomy. The aluminum back cover is a testament to the quality of the materials with which the iPad is made.
Gross power and superior autonomy
Hand in hand with the new A7 processor, the power of the iPad Air is superior to that of any other tablet currently on the market. To this must be added a mobile operating system designed specifically for him, which makes him take full advantage of the possibilities that the hardware offers him. iOS 7 has brought a handful of new features as well as a major cosmetic change. Its performance on the iPad Air is sensational, and it shows when we play demanding games or play FullHD movies. And all this without having to worry about charging it, since it is able to withstand a day of intensive use without problems.
App Store, an application store for iPad like no other
There is little to say about the App Store, the largest existing application store today. Google Play has grown a lot, even faster than the App Store in recent years, but the Android store still doesn't seem to care too much about applications designed for its tablets, and they have to settle for applications that are designed for smartphone screens. , not tablets. The App Store includes 475.000 applications optimized for the iPad screen, among so many you will surely find the one you need.
Are you a user of Google services? No problem, since the internet giant has developed applications for all its services for iOS, there is even the paradox that some of them are updated with improvements earlier in iOS than in Android.
iOS 7, a new mobile operating system
iOS 7 has awakened loves and hates. The aesthetic change of the system has not been liked by everyone, but the new added functions are an improvement without a doubt. The Control Center, the new functions for synchronizing keys and other access data, FaceTime, iMessage, iCloud, AirDrop, Siri ... are functions that you can only enjoy with an iOS device. And all this with the stability and performance of iOS. Also, with a new Apple device you know that for several years you will be able to enjoy updates to your operating system, free of charge, and simultaneously for everyone.
Unlimited Multimedia Possibilities
Simply by having an iOS device you have access to the iTunes store, the largest multimedia content store in the world. Movies, series, music, books ... everything in the palm of your hand. Don't you want to use Apple services to enjoy multimedia content? No problem, there are countless applications that allow you to play videos in any format, including .mkv or .avi, and connect to UPnP servers and stream.
IOS has always been "accused" of not being able to play videos from certain websites, for not being in compatible formats (such as flash, for example). Luckily this is no longer a problem, and there are applications that allow you to enjoy the videos uploaded to websites without any problem.
Productivity is not a problem
¿You want to use your iPad to work? No problem. Synchronization through iCloud allows you to be able to work with documents from anywhere. If you have a Mac, an iPhone or an iPad you will be able to access the document from any of them, but if not, it is not a problem either, since from iCloud.com you can access them and work on them, you only need a computer with internet access. Also, you already know that any iOS device purchased as of September 1 can download all iWork and iLife applications for free.
A whole ecosystem of its own
Any Apple device has its own ecosystem of accessories at its disposal. Stands, covers, keyboards, Wifi hard drives ... even telescopes, scales or blood pressure monitors can be found in the Apple Store. This is a peace of mind, although of course, in most cases you have to pay a high price for them.
There are also drawbacks
Of course there are negative points. If you are one of those who need to be able to insert a USB or microSD memory into your tablet, or those who want to download music from any website and customize the appearance of your tablet, the iPad is not the device you are looking for. Apple places some restrictions on its operating system and devices, and that may not be to the liking of some users. As I said at the beginning, the supply of tablets on the market is huge, and the quality of the latest versions of Android and some of its tablets make them comparable to Apple's iPad. And let's not forget its price as a negative point.
These are my reasons, you may share some (or many) of them, or you may not agree with my opinion. If you want to express yours, respecting those of others, you are welcome to comment right here.
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Excellent, we want to see the applications optimized for 64 bits soon in the app store, although according to what is said iOS 7 is a crazy thing consuming battery.
Well, I don't know how it will be on the iPad Air or the iPhone, but I have a fourth generation iPad with iOS 7.0.3 and the truth is that configured as I had it in iOS 6, I hardly notice differences in battery consumption 😉
Well configured, I do not notice a difference in consumption on my devices with iOS 7.
I don't doubt that the design is very appropriate for many people; I honestly have not tried an ipad, for sure I will have the opportunity, but honestly until now you are satisfied with the android version that brings these devices (tablet).
I liked the article, it seems quite objective and I think it is good that you have also incorporated the negative aspects in case someone is interested in buying an iPad and is not very clear about it, so they can weigh the pros and cons 🙂
Why buy an ipad? Simply because everything that apple manufactures is thought to the millimeter and not like other brands that make tablets and smartphones to be made.
Thought millimeters by millimeters so that you cannot transfer files via USB, complete folders from a computer to a tablet for example. That you don't have an internal file and folder explorer on hand. That you do not have nfc support. That you do not have usb otg support. That you don't have support for sd cards. All this so that they force you to buy a tablet that requires permanent connection to mobile networks and they force you to have a contract with the telephone companies.
I do not agree with the contract with the telephone companies. Neither of my two iPads have 3G connectivity, and I assure you that I get the most out of them.
As for the battery, Apple has been left to owe a lot ..., it has not been able to solve this serious problem
IPad battery problem? which one?
Apple is increasing the speed of the processor, making improvements to the screen, increasing storage, making a super camera.
But the battery is still the same life.
I think that is precisely what is good: more power, more screen, smaller size, thinner, lighter and the same battery.
I do not know if it is a law of physics or not, but the more power, the more energy consumption, in terms of the sharpness of the screen, a greater battery consumption is needed, I do not know if these Apple have any patent in which the battery is forever, but this allows us to live one day at a time
I do not know if it is a law of physics or not, but the more power, the more energy consumption, in terms of the sharpness of the screen, a greater battery consumption is needed, I do not know if these Apple have any patent in which the battery is forever, but this allows us to live one day at a time
Hey mb what it is trying to tell you is that apple makes the device thinner, with a better screen, with more power, smaller and lighter, it still has the same battery life. Your argument would be valid if the ipads in each generation had the battery life reduced
The ipad can be jailbroken and you install some little things and the result is amazing
Buenas tardes. I read your comments and they seem consistent, I suppose you are quite knowledgeable about apple devices. That is why I am writing to you to ask you for a recommendation of which ipad to buy, the air, the mini with a retina screen, or the mini without a retina screen.
My demands are not great. The utility will be very basic, watch movies, internet, photos, and little else. I'm between the ipad Air or the mini with retina screen, in any case the 64G. wifi without cell phone. What is your opinion? Thanks in advance, and best regards
And the jailbreak for ios7 just came out
Yes, my opinion helps you since I have had and have 3 ipad and a tablet. (Currently only used air and 4) I recommend the mini retina screen.
It is very comfortable and practical for people who do not expect extraordinary performance either. I have the normal mini without retina screen and see mother
I just bought an iPad Air and I love it, I also have a mini and 4, so I know what I mean when I say that the iPad Air is amazing