Apple screwed this up... - iPad Pro 2020 Review
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The video opens by framing the 2020 iPad Pro as a continuation of Apple’s attempt to position the iPad as a capable computer. The host emphasizes that the hardware is largely similar to the 2018 model, but notes meaningful shifts like the new 6 GB of RAM and the A12Z Bionic processor, which Apple documents as an incremental upgrade rather than a dramatic leap. A central focus is on iPadOS 13.4 introducing built in mouse and trackpad support, transforming the iPad into a more traditional computing experience while still preserving its iPad identity. The discussion then pivots to the new camera array, which includes a 10 megapixel ultrawide lens and a lidar sensor, highlighting both the potential for AR and the current limitations in software support. Throughout, the host believes Apple is testing new directions, and questions who this device is truly for when bundled features resemble a hybrid between a tablet and a laptop. While the gesture system and menu interactions introduce a deeper level of navigation, the host remains cautiously optimistic about eventual utility, noting that some users will adapt quickly while others may struggle with the new paradigms. Overall, the video argues that the iPad Pro 2020 is not a revolution but a refinement that may appeal to a subset of users who value portability and optional keyboard accessories over a full MacBook experience.
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Questions answered
- What are the main hardware changes in the iPad Pro 2020 compared to the 2018 model?
- The 2020 iPad Pro keeps the same overall design but upgrades to 6 GB of RAM and the A12Z Bionic processor, offering a modest performance boost and better multitasking potential.
- How does iPadOS 13.4 change user input with the iPad Pro?
- iPadOS 13.4 adds full built in mouse and trackpad support, turning the iPad into a more traditional computing device with a pointer, right click, and various gestures.
- What is the hoped for impact of the lidar sensor on AR applications?
- The lidar sensor is intended to improve augmented reality mapping and depth sensing, with developers optimistic about AR experiences, though in this video the software support is still developing.