2024 iPad Air Review
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The 2024 iPad Air is probably the best bang for your buck iPad. You get something almost as good as the pro for a fraction of the price and it works with the new Apple Pencil Pro.
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Thank you so much for the video. The Internet is so full of the new iPad pro reviews while You helped me with my decision, for a moment I thought the new iPad Air isn’t good enough for drawing on it. Again thank you so so much
Yeah, any of the iPads provide a really good drawing experience now days
Just a weird question but can we use any graphic tablet (wacom or Xp) with ipad instead of apple pencil
@@ayushanand4582 I’m not so sure but there are 3rd party stylus that are compatible with the iPad, just make sure that it supports the model that you own
@@ayushanand4582 no you can't. I tried this with a wacom pen and it didn't work.
@@ayushanand4582 Really interesting question. iPad supports external mice, but I don't know for sure if it recognizes pen events and attributes (pressure, tilt, rotation) through them. The underlying event (NSEvent) in macOS unifies both mouse and tablet, and the iPad uses a variant of it (UIEvent). Guess you'll have to plug one in and try it out! I would, but my Wacom tablet isn't with me, and it's old enough to be USB-A.
Your CZcams channel, over the years, has shown me that there are more options than just the popular expensive stuff to do digital art with. Knowing about the cheaper options helped me save for a much cheaper screen tablet to do the work I like until I was able to afford my first Wacon One tablet. Now that I got the experience of drawing on my Wacom screen display, I am confident in my new goal for saving for an ipad air to make web comics and write fictional stories. Your channel also got me into looking up drawing tablets and building the motivation to get those tablets. All I want to say is thank you.
Looks like the settings show both squeeze and double tap. I don't think squeeze replaced double tap, just an additional function.
You're right!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, I always appreciate hearing your opinion as an artist on new tablets since a majority of tech reviews don't cover that sort of thing. Just got my new iPad Air today and am so excited to draw on it!!
Thanks Brad. Just ordered. Picking up tomorrow.
The review I've been waiting for!🙌🏾
I went from a 10.5 inch iPad Pro (2nd Gen) to a 5th Gen iPad Air (a week before the new ones were announced), and I don't miss the Pro Motion display. The only real appeal the Pros had for me at that point were more storage options, and I'm very deliberate as far as what I put on my tablet. No streaming, one or two small games that I rarely play, and if I want to edit video, I've got a Mac for that.
Apple typically has a 14-day return policy, so you would have been able to swap for the new Air if you wanted…
Was just waiting for your review to decide whether to go ahead with the air
Funny story, someone I work with gave me a free Apple pencil (2nd gen) 3years? ago. Fast forward 3 years, I discover Walmart has the 9th gen iPad on sale for $250 right now (new, not refurb). Of course it doesn't work with a 2nd gen Pencil! Well, Wally also has the 5th gen iPad Air for $400... No regrets! Drawing on the Air is AMAZING.
Yay thank you for the review!
I think I will get one! The 13 inches is too big to carry and mine (2020M1) is still working fine! My second iPad will be this one. And this review helped me to decide! Thanks!
This is the iPad I'm planning to buy, and I say planning because it is still not available in my country!!! I'm glad I waited for the new iPads announcement instead of going for the iPad mini as I had planned. I cannot wait to draw on this thing!
Really interesting device.
I think it could be the right time to replace my iPad Pro 12.9 2017 (still working after 7 years, but it starts having some limit).
Yes. I have the 10.5 model and the battery is awful, it’s starting to glitch a little, and some apps won’t update on the software . I decided to get the 11” M2 air in 256gb and I’m loving it all the way. I don’t miss the 120 display. But I got an ESR pencil rather than the expensive Apple pencils because I use it for note taking and work. I don’t need to pay extra for a pencil.
Thank you for the review, now I can decide which iPad I will buy.
I pick up my 13" on Thursday. I sprang for more storage (128). Didn't realize it did not supporting my AP Pro 2, bummer. Oh well, I guess I'll have to spring for a new pencil if I want to continue to draw. Add a portfolio and a screen protector and your looking at another $40 or so. Love your videos. Keep up the good work.
Brad you are probably the most reliable reviewer of tech for artists. Have you thought of doing a review for Minisforum V3? Looking forward to more reviews from you. Cheers mate.
I'm running a 2017 12.9 Pro, and it works fine, I love it - well as much as I can for someone who is PC and Android loyal, but they don't have procreate nor the responsivness of the Pencil. I wanted to ask what video editing apps you use, as I heard you mention it towards the end of the video?
I'm wanting to integrate more on to the ipad and likely upgrade to the Air 11, for travel more than anything but the new features like the hover and barrel make it kinda enticing and may make it the new daily. I look forward to your reply! Thanks for the great and comprehensive flick.
Hey, thanks for the great content!
Do you think the 11-inch iPad Air 6th Gen and the Apple Pencil Pro will work for someone who's brand new to Procreate? I plan to use the setup mainly for calligraphy, graffiti-inspired stuff, and somewhat simple drawings and sketches.
I'll also use the iPad in my Glidegear Teleprompter, which doesn't fit a device larger than 11 inches. Should I go through the hassle of changing the teleprompter for the 13-inch, or will the 11 be just fine? I am also kind of on a budget. I'll be happy if you answer.
Regards!
I’ve been using ipad pro 10.5 for about 6 years. I don’t have a laptop so it’s my main device and I’m using it for about 5 hours a day. Right now I’m considering between ipad pro 11 m4 and ipad air 13. The tandem oled screen looks so amazing but i mainly use ipad for youtube, web browing and read some comics so I think ipad air 13 isn’t a bad choice at all. Ipad pro 10.5 is 120Hz so if I use ipad air 13 with 60Hz, will it be noticeable? Which one do you think I should upgrade?
Thank you so much for a such a great video!
I’m thinking of getting one of these iPads and can’t decide between Pro and Air. I previously owned iPad Pro 2018 and I miss the pro motion display 😭 I think I can get used to the 60Hz display anyway (my phone is 15 Plus) but pro motion display comes with the OLED display!?!? Ughhhh
Have you compared the air to the pro with the pen? After seeing the latency in the air I can’t un see it. I think it’s got to do with the refresh rate maybe.
I'm still debating by getting a new pro or air for my art hobbies, but most likely I may feel like I'm going to have to go with the new air (purple edition) finally glad to see a review from you about this pad, and what is your opinion on it, because now I might just get this one instead, plus I'm still on the budget, even though I think I actually have enough for both I still prefer the air 11th man I want to go back to Cali I can't wait to get me one
As usual, you've delivered a great review, thanks @bradcolbow! I agree that this device is the sweet spot in the iPad lineup.
Been debating between getthing the air 13inch or pro 11inch
I draw, edit, write, and game on it.
Been waiting for someone to do a review on this.
I was gonna get the air to save a buck snice ive always wanted a bigger ipad for my eyes..still making this decision but happy a artist finally reviewed this.
U helped me to decide which one to buy I was so undecided and really u r right it’s not worth the extra € with the pro and I don’t really need a pro. Il get all what u show here iPad Air blue 13, Apple Pencil pro Magic Keyboard and the lovely blue folio.😊loved ur video thank you ❤
I am upgrading from my iPad 8th Gen. Mainly for using it for streaming movies, CZcams, etc, but for work as well. The 8th Gen's ram is starting to struggle and it was a good iPad for the years I have had it. I hope this one will last a lot longer. I got the portfolio case, but from JetTech on Amazon. Good case for the price! I have one on my 8th gen.
Does the new hover/roll/etc make Sidecar more usable as a drawing tablet replacement for Mac?
I primarily draw directly on my iPad, but occasionally it would be nice to connect to my MacBook and use it as a drawing tablet for the Mac. Right now I’m just using a low end Intuos, but the iPad would feel nicer if it actually has good feature parity now?
I think this will be a MONUMENTAL UPGRADE for me. Been using the 8th Gen base model iPad for 3+ years for illustration, school and gaming. And the main reason Im planning to upgrade is the storage, but ALSO, the M2 is also awesome for that price!
Hello! Just bought a purple iPad Air today, curious what app you're using to draw/animate in?
eee thank you!! just bought one as a graduation present for myself 😝 excited to paint with it!!
How does this compare to the 2018 iPad Pro. Is it worth the upgrade
I m using my iPad Air 13 right now, and I love it ❤ you can’t go wrong. Best purchase of 2024 for me so far lol
Good to hear!
I have the M1 IPad Pro 128GB and need to upgrade for more storage. How comparable is the M2 Air to the M1 IPad Pro other than the refresh rate ? I am using it mainly for Procreate, Fresco, Illustrator and later on some Procreate Dreams or Adobe Animate. I do not do heavy editing.
Thank you so much for this review! I'm hoping to get an Air 13" today at the Apple Store. I've got a 2020 Pro and I've been told it's worth £350 trade in. The main reason for the upgrade is the Pencil Pro for Procreate and Dreams. Thanks to your video I'm definitely gonna get it. I'll send you the bill! 😊
The Air 5 is overpowered for my use case, I’m an interior designer and I use it to show my designs to my clients, I also do basic sketches on it, but I’m getting the 13-inch Air just for the bigger screen, it’ll make a big difference for presentation.
I really want the barrel rotation. Im so sad the new pencil isn’t compatible with old ipads.
I think ill upgrade next generation. The air 5 is still so good.
I just received the Air 13" two hours ago, the Apple Pencil Pro will come later today. The main difference I notice is the 60hz refresh rate; when using any app not so much, but when using any interface gesture or animation, it's quite noticeable.
For me the colors are more than enough. I compared it to my M1 with mini led and my iPhone 15 Pro with Oled. The main difference is in light tones and this happens on any IPS non HDR screen, much brighter and contrasted on the best displays. Other than that, it's almost the best IPS screen I ever used, I guess it will be enough for most of people. Note, first thing to do: deactivate True Tone.
I like overkill so I was set on a pro but this review makes me think why should I keep some cash on me instead. Thank you
If I primarily want to do digital drawing and use the Affinity apps, would the new Air be a good choice? And would 256 gb be enough or would 512 be a better choice?
Thank you!
I hope they can bring the pencil pro tech to a new iPad mini some day soon.
i am wondering if this is good for light animation (hobby) and 3d modeling? or should i go to ipad pro m2?
For me I prefer use 11” than 13” as the bigger the screen may defeat the purpose of portability and working on the go. I try my friend ipad pro and did not like the feel, the same feel that I have when I use 20” + graphic tablet display or those convertible laptop with touch screen.
N8ce video btw. Can use for business like excel? Could u upload a video for it if possible? Thank you
Is there like a big difference in layer limit for this ipad air than with the older ipad pro models?
Not really wanting to replace my ap2 yet so im looking at air 5 the prices dropped finally yay
what if you set the squeeze sensitivity very sensitive and set it up something to give warning to break the over-gripping bad habit? Can it work like that?
What ipad should i get 11 inch ipad pro m4 or 13 inch ipad air m2 for digital art and animation ?? Does 11 inch ipad pro feels samll for drawing and animation??
Does the iPad pro M2 make more sense than the new iPad air M2 at this price point?
Tip for people who want to use double tap feature - put your grip on it solves accidental tap
thank u so much for the video. I love watching all ur videos...But can i do storyboard or Animatics in Ipad air 2024? can u give a detailed review sir plz
I just recently purchased the M2 Air at a run out price. I don't care about specs as much as real world use as you point out and I'm totally happy with it.
I have the new 13" Air as an upgrade from a 2020 iPad Pro. Love the hover feature. The only pen I know of with barrel roll (Wacom discontinued the Art Pen), and I recently learned that squeeze even works with a grip (e.g. NimbleGrip) and quite far up the pencil (with an artist grip).
I’m considering the same upgrade. Do you notice the lack of ProMotion / lower refresh rate?
How’s the battery?? I have a 5th gen ipad which drains battery like a hole in the car tank
Thanks for this review! I’m torn. Currently have the 11” 2020 IPP, 512gb, 2nd gen Pencil and Magic Keyboard. Was planning to go 11” M4 1T, but also needing a new Magic Keyboard + Pencil Pro to replicate my setup is a considerable added expense I wasn’t anticipating. On the other hand, it could be the last iPad I buy for the next 5-10 years… ugh.
Same! 2020 12.9 512GB. Upgrading to the M4 is crazy expensive, especially considering the cost of buying all the new accessories. (I’m also in Tokyo, and the weak yen makes it an even tougher pill to swallow. ) I keep entertaining the M2 Air just so I can keep using my Magic Keyboard, but I just can’t do it. I’ll hang in until WWDC to see where the software is going, then decide.
I have 2019 iPad Pro and was thinking.. should I get this one or the Pro. -- this iPad air has the M2 chip but otherwise it is pretty much the same as my current iPad Pro...
Any mention about M4 raytracing and avi encoding?
Could you review the Lenovo tab p12 for a digital drawing . It's a 12.7 screen size with stylus and really affordable but i don't know if it would be cool to use it for a digital drawing.
I would love to watch this but youtube is not working and keeps saying its my net but no other page is having any problems at all. I will still like this love you videos... when i can watch them thanks to youtube.
Id love the 13inch but here in South Africa we pay the 13inch price for the 11inch...haha, then they also dropped the prices on air 5 like crazy...so many choices grrr
13inch model is kinda tempting, but for now I think I'm good with my 5th gen Air I just got last month. I just don't know if the Apple Pencil Pro is something I care enough to buy over my Apple Pencil 2 and my older Air which I've already come to love.
I turned off the Apple Pencil's double-tap, too. Ditto for the button on my S-pen Creator Edition. They just feel like they "get in the way," as Mr. Colbow says, which is strange since I used the two buttons on my Wacom pens a whole lot.
That's wild HOW MUCH you can do with "just" an iPad, now. It's amazing to me that you can do something like editing a professional-looking video on such a small-slim device.
Yeah, the 5th gen is going to last a long time. I just talked to a friend yesterday who is still using the 2018 ipad pro and it's still doing well for him.
nobody cares
@@thebradcolbowThat is great to hear as I got the air 5 for my nephews shortly before the air 6 came out. I hope the air 5 will last for a number of years before a new edition comes out.
@@kyzelleroberts5431If you don’t care then don’t comment!
just wondering what they will show us at WWDC for more iPad usability, not only new devices.
is it pressure sensitive ?????
So cool🤩 I don't have the money yet to buy IPAD Air😅. However, a tip which might be useful for the artists out there: when I used to draw in my desktop I found calming piano covers of popular songs helpful.
Like calming piano music are slower, and have been quite relaxing for my brain. It could be useful to boost your creativity🍀
does it have external display support?
I love drawing on my M2 ipad Air.
The only thing I dont enjoy is the video quality on CZcams. It looks very grainy. (Granted I am spoiled by my MacBook Pro)
I didn't think the 13 inch would be too big but it takes some getting used to weild a screen that large.
Does it have the hover feature
Both Pencil pro and USB C work with the new iPad Air, also squeeze and double tap are available on the pro Pencil…
Actually, pencil usb-c also works on this ipad
Review the Xiaomi s6 pro and its new stylus
So I keep hearing people complaining about the double tap but I've never had an issue with it and I am kind of curious now why this is a thing.
should i get ipad air 13 inches or ipad 12.9 pro? i’m mainly going to use it for drawing please help
This gives me the impression that 60Hz is fine for painting. If that’s the case, and if the screen brightness and colour accuracy is still good, then the Air might be my preference
Do you think the "pro apps" will function on this new m2 air, or is the concept of pro apps more so enforced for IPad pros and not really a function of chip power?
Ipad would be great to change to, i got a tab s9 just a few days ago and yeah vector and many pixels does get somewhat very much used and gets slowed down but still i cant have a apple just for drawing and then samsung for other stuff so yeah
There are many drawing apps on Android. The 16:10 aspect ratio makes the S9 , s9+ and ultra a better media consumption device than the iPad Pro
Little mistake at 6:45 the usb-c apple pencil works aswell
Hey just wanted to clarify, you say that the Apple Pencil Pro only works with the new iPad Air but this might not be correct
Their website says that the iPad Air 11 and 13 inch both support
Supports Apple Pencil Pro
Supports Apple Pencil (USB‑C)
Thank you, Brad!! Been waiting for your review of the iPad Air - sounds like a great device. Your videos are always super helpful and fun to watch!
QUESTION: I’m upgrading from a 1st gen iPad Pro (12.9) and couldn’t find any info about the refresh rate online. I’m guessing with the M2 processor I won’t notice much of the lag you mentioned in regards to the 60 Hz vs. 120 Hz as the whole device will probably feel a lot faster and smoother in comparison?
Definitely want the new pencil so debating between the Air and the Pro…
Any advice of the community is much appreciated! 😊
Once you get in the zone of drawing you really don't notice it. Like Brad says, the apps are optimizing the experience of the Apple Pencil, it's definitely more than capable.
(speaking from the experience of upgrading from a base gen 8 iPad to the 2020 iPad Pro and then trying out the M2 iPad Air at Best Buy.)
@@KoalaTulip47 Thank you for sharing your experience - helps a lot! Hope to test out both the Air and the Pro in a shop (to which I will bring my old Pro).
I was thinking about 13-inch Air, but then I saw the price in Europe and went for a refurbed M1 12.9 (2021) with 16 GB RAM, 1 TB, 5G, and a 12-month warranty with a pencil that costs 1010 euros. The Air is 1549 (1749 5G) euro without the Pencil and with 8 GB of RAM.
120 hrz is a game changer buy an m2 iPad Pro but sucks the apple pencil pro isn’t compatible
Great video! I picked up the 13" Air to replace my M1 10.9 Air. I do wish the apple pencil 2nd gen was compatible but the pro is pretty awesome honestly. I think for the price this is one of the best tablets available. I know it can add up quickly with accessories, (at least the old magic keyboard is compatible if you have one) but when it is all said and done this is a great device for art and illustration, even great as a laptop replacement if your not doing anything crazy on your laptop.
Totally agree!
13" or 11", which size you prefer for illustration?
@daviddelmundo2187 hey always remember this, 11 inch is okay as normal and normal size and 13 inch isn't so.much bigger but if you want to go outside and draw and take it around and move it around I say 11 inch for less space and weight and 13 inch if you only use it at homr
Got a used M1 air for 350 in basically brand new condition, 100% battery health. If you can find one I think that’s def the move
Which app is great for animation making on ipad?
I hope they simplify their iPad catalog as they release more devices
where is the animation video you slide from?
Must have items for IPad Air…120 Hz refresh rate, laminated screen, earphone jack, original Silver color body..!
Great review, broadly agreed. I have a 2020 iPad Pro 12.9" and my kid has a 2023 11" Air with no plans to upgrade any time soon, but I think the "Pro" products are starting to considerably overserve many users' needs. I bought a new Mac last year and I opted for the M2 MacBook Air over the Pro, because nothing I do is compute-limited. I upgraded to *24GB* of RAM and it has been waaaaay better bang for my buck.
I'll keep keeping an eye on these, but we're probably good for another 4 years or so-unless something revolutionary is announced next month at WWDC, which I doubt.
I realize this is a channel geared for drawing so please don’t hate. Is there an aftermarket (cheaper) alternative for just note taking on th air 13? The usb-c pencil does work. The pencil with lightning attachment didn’t work with a lightning to usb c adapter in case anyone was wondering. Thanks for the great video wish I had 129 for the pro
I bought an ESR pencil for 20.00 and for note taking, doodling, digital planning; it’s fine. Saved myself 110.00 considering I just bought an Apple gen 2 for my mini in March 😅. Anyways, it works for what you’re looking for. Amazon ESR brand
@@Tiffs-bookshelf I bought the ESR Digital Pencil 2Y2345 on Amazon and couldn’t get it to recognize it. Thankfully Amazon takes back anything. There’s a different newer ESR model on Amazon, I’m going to give that a shot. Hope this helps someone else with their IPad Air 13 I really wish apple would’ve allowed the original pencil work with an adapter, even with limited functionality. It’s not the apple way though. Thanks again for the video and response.
Hi, thank you for the video. Between m2 air + apple pencil and Tab s9 ultra; which one do you recommend for note taking, multitasking and studying?
The iPad mini with Apple Pencil 2 would be better for the tasks you mentioned because of the size and weight
I think for multi use that’s not too specialized and especially for students, might want to look at the new surface pro. Not yet out, but for student use I think having more laptop features from windows makes more sense. Just need to wait for next month for reviews to drop
i need to know its zbrush performance!!!
Zbrush application n'est pas l'équivalent du zbrush pour pc/mac il sera plus light comme la comparaison de photoshop application et photoshop pc/mac
Et ça demandera la performance de la M4 pour approcher d'une utilisation pc/mac
Nice drawing
Brad, for a long term investment as an artist, is it better to get the Pro or the Air? I’m upgrading from 2018 Pro. Still work just fine except for the battery, but I need that barrel roll feature. Anyway, my 2018 pro practically paid for itself in a year from the amount of money I got from projects I completed using only the ipad and procreate. So I’m thinking more on the line of long term investment rather than features. Like if I get the M4 pro, I would not need to upgrade until M10 come. But with M2 Air, I might need to upgrade when maybe M7 or M8 comes out? Is that make sense?
Same question here!
The iPad Air seems a better fit than the pro, although I think the surface pro 11 could be actually a better choice for drawing (and anything else really) than an iPad specifically regarding the price and the bump in power with the new Qualcomm chip, can't wait to see your review on it, I know the surface has a special place in your heart (I remember your old video back in 2016 when I was trying to decide between the iPad and the surface pro) :)
Should I buy the IPad Pro 2022 with the M2? I want to get the 120HZ experience.
I've made an easy decision! I chose the Apple Pencil Pro and the M2 13" iPad Air because it is the only PWM-free 13" tablet released this year.
I would like to see how an iPad replaces a computer, especially for an artist or animator. Personally, once procreate dreams came out the iPad has been my go to for animation and digital art, and it works perfectly, even if I’m using a 4th gen iPad Air, that doesn’t even use the M1 processor. Looking forward to that video.
The M2 iPad Air 11" is the most perfect iPad I have ever owned, love my Mini as well and hated my chunky 12.9'' M2 iPad Pro.
Yes.. my mini is my main driver. But I grabbed the 11” M2 air and it’s great!
does the pencil pro work with it? or just the M2 iPad 13"?
@@nlnd6490 the pencil pro only works with the M4 pro and the new M2 airs. And the usbc pencil I believe works with all of the current models. The gen 2 works with the mini 6 and older pro models and older air models but not with the iPad 10.
iPad Air more Fans Edition than GTab S Fans Edition. Yeah it will be more interesting if Samsung can make last gen chipset (865/8g1) for FE instead of use new weak chipset.
can you plz review chuwi minibook
Thanks for the review! I'm buying my first iPad for drawing purposes and I also think that iPad Air 2024 fits my need without hurting the bank. Can't wait to try out Procreate! Love your art as always
I just gut the iPad Pro 2022 new for about 300-250 € cheaper… I love it, but the new pro pencil makes me feel like I am missing out on something :,)
Actualluy M2 13" iPad Air is the only PWM-free 13" tablet released this year so far, if not included the e-ink devices.