2021 Apple 10.2-inch iPad (Wi-Fi, 64GB) - Space Gray
[{'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'iPad is my go to device, other than my work computer. I use it for everything. From watching TV/Movies, to sketching to reading magazines, and everything else.\n\nBackground: I currently own 4 iPads (12.9 inch iPad Pro 2015, 12.9 inch iPad Pro 2021, iPad 2018, and now 2021 iPad 10.2) and have owned several others before, and a Surface Pro, a recent Surface Book, and 2 Kindle Fire tablets so I can say with confidence I am a tablet user. :-) Tablets are how I consume my content and though I\'ve given other devices a chance I keep coming back to iPads due to the intuitive interface and not having to worry about the device, and just enjoy my content.\n\nWhy I like this iPad 10.2 inch:\nWhy did I get this one despite owning a 2021 iPad Pro 12.9 inch?\nThis size of iPad is at the right price point and it has the right features, to make it my everywhere in the home, backyard, and travel companion. This is the one I don\'t have to worry about losing vs. my 2021 iPad Pro 1 TB that was just under $2K. The size makes it super convenient to carry around to read in a park or on the plane, do a quick FaceTime call while reading a recipe off it in the kitchen (the FT appears in a little window) and cooking. I love sketching on my iPad, and this 10.2 iPad though smaller than iPad Pro 12.9, feels more like a notebook, while the iPad Pro 12.9 inch is a magazine size (see photos for comparison of 2021 iPad Pro 12.9 with this iPad) and can be heavy to hold with one hand, I need to prop it up while sketching. I find the new iPad even more responsive to the Apple pencil, it\'s a joy to sketch on these or take quick notes during meetings, that then convert to text if I want. Though I LOVE my iPad Pro this one gets a lot of use due to the size and portability.\n\nI like keeping this one on my recliner arm to browse around when I am next to the TV to find out more about the program I\'m watching, or to read a book in bed without worrying about dropping it on my face. The iPad Pro needs to be propped up, and once almost broke my nose when I got sleepy and it fell on my face! I also love looking at my photos that I take on the iPhone on my iPad as it\'s more immersive and so much easier to show someone than squinting at the phone. I usually keep the photos in iCloud due to the limit on storage on the device, and the iPad can just download them when I am viewing them. I also do craft work, and watching YouTube instruction videos and reading my crochet patterns is great on this size, it\'s just ready on the side of my sofa. I also drop it countless times (with case on) as it\'s sitting on the sofa arm, something I worry more about with the iPad Pro as it\'s bigger. I also like that this is the one device that still has a headphone jack, I own some sets of high end earbuds that use the traditional jack and it\'s great to be able to use them with it as the bluetooth buds need to be charged and sometimes I just want things to be simpler.\n\nThe 12 MP Front Camera on this 2021 version is great as FaceTime is so much clearer than my older version, I had to switch to my phone to FaceTime earlier due to the blurry video, but now I can do it right from the iPad. iOS 15 has all new features like Center Stage where the camera moves with the participant in a call, and that makes it so useful. I typically don\'t use a keyboard on my 10.2 iPad as I rarely type on it. I prefer doing that on my iPad Pro, but I\'ve tried this size with Belkin and Logitech keyboards and they worked really well. Although I could fold them back, I just didn\'t like the added weight as I did not use the keyboard often enough and once you put on that keyboard cover the advantages of a light tablet go away.\n\nOverall, I would not really recommend upgrading if you have a recent iPad, but if you want to give your older iPad to a kid or your mom and get this one, go for it. However, I do recommend getting an iPad over other tablets. iOS 15 has unlocked even more features on it and it\'s super intuitive. It makes me happy to have a device where I can sketch at a moments notice, watch a show, or a craft video, edit my docs, write down my "bright" ideas with Apple pencil and have them convert to text, talk to my friends on video and oh yes, also listen to music, although I do that more on my phone. And it\'s the right size to carry in my purse, and I don\'t have to panic about dropping it or even losing it. Go ahead, you deserve it.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': " Upgraded from an IPad 2018 6th Generation to the Ipad 2021 9th Generation. As you can see in the picture the new Ipad is on the left, it is slightly bigger than the 6th gen IPad, and a little heavier.\n\nHave used the 6th gen Ipad every day since I got it back in 2018 as a gift from a friend. And have really really enjoyed using it, never have had any problems with it. When I saw the new 9th gen was coming out I preordered wanting to upgrade, and was going to trade in the old 2018 ($150) but my wife wanted it so gave it to her instead. But she likes this one so much she is thinking of trading it in and getting a 9th gen as well.\n\nThis Ipad has 64gigs of storage instead of the 32gigs I was used to. Which is greatly appreciated!. I spend a lot of time on the beach with my Ipad, reading, listening to music, and occasionally watching a program or two. I now have more storage for the music and videos.\n\nNow one of the main reasons I use the IPad is for my meetings for worship with the JW Library app and Zoom. JW Library has no lag. It's wonderful to use on this tablet. And I've used Zoom already a few times since I got this Ipad last week. And I can tell you the front facing camera upgrade is amazing, from the 1mp to 12mp you can notice a huge difference. And how the camera tracks you or you with your partner is a great feature we love!\n\nI don't know what type of rear-facing camera the 6th gen had compared to this one but there is a huge difference. I added a couple pictures I took of a sunset and sunrise on the beach, and a video. I am astonished at the quality and the beauty of the pics with this IPad. I have literally taken dozens of pics already and you can see for yourself the quality.\n\nHave also played around with some of the apps that came preloaded with it on OS 15 such as Imovies. Making a home movie, adding pictures, and effects, and music, is a breeze, the A13 processor has no problems whatsoever handling making the movies.\n\nI downloaded the new show The Lost Symbol to try out this tablet. And I can tell you it is a great viewing experience while winding down at the end of the day before going to bed. I am glad it still has the headphone jack.\n\nThe True Tone technology on the screen leaves viewing the pictures taken and watching videos an amazing experience. This is a great technology that really shines through on this tablet.\n\nI am super satisfied with this tablet and highly recommend it for its easy of use, and tons of awesome features and quality for the price. If you're wanting to take awesome pictures or videos, use it for meetings and video conferences, and reading, such as using the JW Library app.\n\nA couple of other features more from the OS than the tablet itself I thought were worth mentioning. Having the Translate app on the home page. My wife is learning English and is always using this to translate messages she gets and sends all day, a great great feature! And the Background Sounds which can be activated and put on the control center through Accessibility and Audio Visual, and Background sounds. My wife turns this on every night to help her get to sleep.\n\n10/10!"}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-3 review-rating', 'review_body': 'If you decide to purchase an older version of iPad. Unlike android devices that let you upgrade to the newest operating system. You do not get that option with apple. This limits the apps that are available and the games are limited as well.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-1 review-rating', 'review_body': 'How do you milk a sheep? Release a new apple product.\n\nSimilar product to the last one. Minor upgrade. Battery dies quickly. No expandable storage. Screen is very reflective and color accuracy is poor. The only thing they did right is go USB-C instead of their awful lightning cord.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'I am on about my 4th iPad and each one just gets better and better. I am not sure why some people are giving it 3 star reviews. This is the lowest priced iPad model you can buy and it now has a processor that really makes gaming and other things much faster.\n\nWhat is better than last years model (8th Gen)\n\nThis 9th Gen iPad now has a 12MP Front Facing Ultra Wide camera with 2x zoom and the new "Center Stage" feature. This is great for video calls as it tracks your movement and keeps you in the center of the frame. Now compared to the 1.2MP Camera on last years version!\n\nThe 9th Gen also has a faster processor running the neural processor system. I guess we will learn more about what that can do as more apps come out.\n\nYou can now get double the memory for the same price as last year. If you don\'t mess with a lot of photos then the 64GB version should be good for you. I tend to create a lot of videos and photos so I opted for the 256GB version.\n\nThe things that remain the same are the battery life and the screen resolution and quality. I am still glad they kept the finger print reader and the lightning port. I got a lot of stuff that is made for that lightning port.\n\nOverall I am very happy with my purchase. The price is good and I know that Apple products are solid and reliable.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'This ipad is incredible. I bought it together with the 1st generation apple pencil with the idea of replacing all my paper notebooks and taking notes at college with it and I would say that the experience has been flawless. Its not the best ipad available, I know that the Ipad air is sexier, has a bigger screen and supports the 2nd generation pencil but this ipad is just extraordinary for any student. Besides, my experience with the 1st apple pencil is incredible, there is practically no delay while writing, the screen size is excellent for taking notes and the palm rejection technology allows me to take notes fastly. The only downside is that there is a gap between the glass and the screen and you can see it while writing but its not a real issue, you get used to it. To conclude, if money is not a problem for you and you are a student willing to replace all your paper notebooks I recommend you to get the ipad air + 2nd generation combo but if you dont have 700$ to get it you wont regret buying the iPad 9th and not getting the better one.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2022', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'This is beyond what I expected. After never owning an ipad in my life to getting this one as a first, I’m amazed! The reviews for this thing were off the charts. For it only being $329 you really get a powerhouse of a machine for the price tag. It can handle multi-tasking very very easily. The battery seems to never drain as well. The brightness of the screen is perfect for just chilling around the house which is what I’m using it for. Grabbed a nice tempered glass screen protector and a case with a prop-up on the back of it and it does the job. The only thing I wish they did differently was get rid of the notches at the top and bottom of the screen. For $329 I can’t complain too much! You’ll be happy with this device especially if it’s your first ever ipad.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'I had a very old iPad (3rd gen) that was super slow and didn’t even get updates from Apple anymore. Half the apps you want wouldn’t work on it so I decided to update to this new model. The price point is great and it works as intended. Very responsive to touch and it has been great to use with the Apple Arcade games. The battery life is also amazing. I can watch entire football games streaming and the battery is still above 60%.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2022', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'After having multiple Amazon Fire tablets quit working after 1 year of use, I decided to fork out the money for an iPad for my kindergartener. I was hesitant but after talking to people that own iPads and reading reviews, it made sense to pay the price for a high quality tablet that will last for many, many years rather than continue to buy Fire tablets that only last one year and so many apps, like Roblox will not fully work on.\nI am so pleased with my decision! The battery life is exceptional, the screen/image quality is a million times better than the Fire tablet, plus my child can play their favorite games without glitching or lagging and they can also access their online speech therapy resources, which we couldn’t do on the Fire.\nI wish I would’ve went with the iPad years ago!'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2022', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'I got this iPad for my daughters 12th bday which isn’t until Jan 25th but it was on sale so I pounced on it. Just received it today. Opened it to see if it works and everything does. Everything is new as if I bought it at an Apple store. I read a lot of reviews complaining about the software not updating to the latest iOS version. Well I just updated the software and it indeed did update to the latest version as of this review (01-07-2022) which is iOS 15.2. Overall I think it’s perfect for my 12yo. Though there’s soo many different iPad’s, version this, pro this, ones with the home buttons and ones without. I can’t keep up with all of it but this one will be fine for her. I’m very pleased with my purchase.'}]