Huawei MatePad Pro Review: Not quite the Pro tablet or computer
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- čas přidán 20. 04. 2020
- Huawei has packed a lot of great hardware into the MatePad Pro, however its flagship features are undermined by an unpolished software experience, let alone the lack of Google services and premium price tag, it is a difficult recommendation.
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Since huawei is focused on photography. I wish huawei would release their own version of photoshop, premiere and after effects.. just like garageband and imovie on ipad.. the specs sounds enticing but lack of professional apps makes me a second thought of buying this device.
I agree. I've been looking for an alternative from iPad Pro. I use ps and clip studio. It's been a headache because i don't want to spend too much on iPad. I've already spent on Windows. Sucks that there is something close but not there yet..
good day
i hope you can help me
i have a question
is an external hdd working with the matepad pro? thanks
That's such a good review. Straight forward review.
Should i buy it considering the fact that in my country the tab s7 and the ipad pro are double or even triple in price
Hello Where you find your wallpaper please answer me thank
hi
has it double tap to wake up screen on ?
Ipad air 4 or Matepad pro which one u prefer for video editing?
Dear, How to install google apps on mat pad pro
Loves your insight keep them coming
Is it possible to connections with optic internet cabel?
hi is it capable on calling and texting??
can u prefer this for collage?
Hi. am thinking of using tablet for light work (Microsoft office suite, zoom, news app reading, Gmail n hotmail) and occasional entertainment (Spotify, CZcams, Netflix). Most of these can be done thru Huawei app gallery, or require sideloading? And how's the experience?
(Also yes agreed with you it'd make a much greater app if it went with Windows. Though I'd presume they've a ban on that too I guess?)
How's the Adobe Lightroom app? Is it optimize? I am scared to buy this tablet because it might just be an oversized phone version of the app.
It’s not natively supported
Is the screen laminated?
This is the only review that answered most of my questions. Does the EMUI desktop runs third party apps forced in portrait mode correctly? Apps like Instagram were designed only in portrait orientation, how did EMUI desktop mode handles those apps? And how did the window resizing work on third party apps? most review videos i've found were showing Huawei's own apps
The screen is 16:10 (WQXGA), not 16:9.
I'm thinking of getting it to use an ebook-reader - in the dark, with the screen brightness at minimum, can you say if it has any screen flickring?
Get a kindle instead
Yepp get a dedicated ereader rather than a general use tablet
Very informative video. Please make a review vs. ipad pro 👍 👍
Can we use autocad in this device?
how can i install zoom in this tab ?
Does it supports Adobe Softwares ?
I have a question for this tablet. Can u make the phone calls or sms in version 4g or 5g?
Yes you can :)
What kind of stupid question is this
What is price of Huawei mate pad pro
The wireless charging to phone is good for long hours of hotspot your huawei mobile compatible model after long hours online at outside.
Split screen is also available on the iPad if you want to launch side by side windows of Safari
But that shopping comparison split screen is darn cool tbh.
Can install adobe illustrator?
Can this tablet to make phone call as normal phone
Is it nice or not???
I know that you can't download netflix... But can you see netflix with a Browser? And if you can, is it only 480p?
I think you can download netflix but you cant watch Full Hd
its rm2399 this 7.7 with keyboard and m-pencil, would you recommend it at this price?
Yeah it’s great, back to it’s intended price tag.
KLGadgetTV thanks!!
No matter how good the tablet hardware is , lack of developer app support and worse tablet software is a big let down. I try to use the Tab S6 as my daily driver but at the end i still went back to my old iPad Pro 10.5 . Excellent hardware on Tab s6 but the software just isn’t there yet , if you ever going to buy a tablet just look for software instead of hardware. iPadOS handsdown the best and i don’t think there’s any other competitor can beat it as you can tell apple had been dominated the tablet market for so many years.
I would use an iPad but Apple doesn't allow emulators on the app store and takes down all the workarounds so android is the only option for that.
Sir what apps u are talking about that you use on ipad , i am thinking about buying tab s6 can u tell me about your experience with it.
best tech commercials i guess he meant apps that only can be downloaded outside the app store. For me i have no issue with iPad apps at all , all the apps work incredible well as developer had optimised most of the apps for iPadOS. I guess you can give Tab s6 a try , if i must get an android tablet , no doubt it will be Tab S6 or Tab S5E depend on my budget. Like my original comment , Tab S6 will work fine now but after a few years you will realise the lack of support in term of software is big deal in tablet.
This tab will be great if in the future updates Huawei brings a separate os for tablets and more optimization and with Google support
Im a teacher, currently everybody is using google classroom instead all the teachers and pupils have the personal account given by MOE. So im looking forward for new samsung tablet/ipad/Huawei. tablet. Any advice?
I have iPad, Huawei mediapad m6 and surface go, the latter two are used by my kids for remote learning from school. Surface is very good as it’s windows,k but huawei is very snappy in performance but getting google services is a long shot and if you are not familiar with the android ways and means it’s tough. iPad is very good but using Microsoft apps like teams and the files from schools in ppt and word always has couple of steps extra needed for proper operation. An example , if the teacher shares a ppt file in teams, the sounds or narration in the ppt won’t play unless you open it in PowerPoint native iPad app and put in presentation mode . Microsoft surface go would be the safest bet for education in my opinion having experienced all three platforms, after all you get a windows computer with a surface.
Looks nice not sure if i should buy it mhhh....i need something like that in school to take notes ,draw etc...
I think good review but since it hasn't connected to play store that is a big issue
Link Wallpaper Please!!! 🙏🏼
Why can't they use linux based operating system instead of depending on Google?
Zach Zanal Linux isn’t very good on mobile devices, it’s better on PCs. Also, Android is based on Linux. The problem with current Huawei is lack of third party support, and switching to another system won’t change that not to mention Linux based OS is worse than Android in terms of software compatibility.
Linux is way different from other operating system
Very good review. Your channel would benefit from a comparison to the Samsung Tab S6 which would be its most direct rival. That can now be picked up cheaper than the Huawei and it appears to be executed better. It would also be good to re-evaluate the MatePad by side-loading the Google Play store and sharing your thoughts. It would appear to be less problematic than their phones as you cannot use the newer Huawei phones on banking or other apps that require security authentication. This is not such a big issue for the tablet IMO.
Which is better for taking lecture notes Huawei matepad pro or apple iPad air 2019
Go with the air
The device is mindblowing (as an android tablet) but I think and I wish that Huawei will try her best on working with other devolopers for adding more apps on the app gallery
Agreed, it’s a gorgeous piece of hardware
I was so skeptical about buying this and your review really helped me. I suppose I'd have to save more for an iPad now.
An iPad will last you longer than any Android tablet.
a standard ipad has more high quality software than this super hardware tablet that lacks quality software. and is MUCH cheaper. This is meant to be a competitor to the Ipad PRO which is also in my opinion, not a value buy.
with google play hack its an excellent tablet imo
For what the product can offer, it does tickle me to buy... however, based on my Huawei mate 30 Pro experience, I'd love to see Huawei come back stronger on it's software department, therefore, I will wait for now... keep it up Huawei!
BTW, I love the way you present your videos... haters gonna hate, just you... others in your team, well, there are rooms of improvement for them. (no hard feelings intended).
To be fair, I think their software works fine on phones, its just that whoever wants to own a tablet, an Android tablet is a no-no but instead, I’d recommend a Chromebook if you really want a proper Google experience on big screens.
Hi I wanna know if you can use Microsoft office with this?
Yes you can
Oh really? I can make also presentation with this?
Can this be connected to projector?
Can you compare it to the iPad
See my channel. I did a comparison between iPad 9,7" and MatePadPro
Tab s6 or matepad pro ?
Neither, but if you really want Android, Tab S6
good device but i think im going to go with the S7 plus or surface
I just wished Matepad Pro had Android support. I still enjoy using my Mediapad M5 Pro but I will probably buy something else as my next tablet.
Huawei MediapadM6 or Matepad Pro?? I think the overall diference is that M6 has 4 gb of ram and Pro has 6, and obviously the desktop option.
Most probably non go for I pad are they are way cheaper
Have the tablet aswell. Using it also for video production and editing videos (see my channel). I think Huawei has to fix desktop mode and would recommend installing termux and maybe a way to run a linux desktop on top of it if you want greater range of apps and a more desktop like experience. So far I am happy with the "tablet" mode android. Though granted if apps are poorly optimized for tablet usage its a big turn off.
Exactly, GMS isn’t the most serious drawback of this device.
Can you use this tablet for Zoom?
yes
Good review but can you answer my question is it good for a university student
It would be like a dream come true
Sir...im not that smart of a guy..
But this tablet, is it worthy if i buy for gaming (CODM AND PUBG)
-Matepad pro or should i go samsung?
*hope you recognize my comment ty sir😅😅😅😅
Yea it should be fine for both these games
Honestly enjoyed your review bro. I was debating on whether to upgrade my Air 2 to this MatePad Pro or the iPad Pro and your video decided it for me.
Literally not worth the hassle and security risk (from installing GMS via backdoor) to save less than 1k for a cheap iPad Pro clone. I used my Air 2 for a good 5 years and my next upgrade has to last another 5 years at least. Stay safe!
Thanks for the review! I'm a Samsung user, and huawei ex-user. Reason jump to Samsung is major because of GMS. Never been a big fan of tablet but recently found that tablet had been changing the Game.. I guess? So can you please also review the tab s7? I ma struggling between this Matepad pro and tab s7. Mainly because of the price and other reason is GMS.
So you took that GMS as a serious problems? Lol nonsense
Yup, not really sure how nonsense but won't bother anymore. Just bought the laptop to settle all my problem at similar price range.
It seems not responsive when you were trying to rotate it either in landscape or portrait.
Yea, Android tablets are just not good enough even with flagship hardware
I just feel the android space of tablets really feels half baked compared to the iPads especially with the ipados. I would only buy an android tablet if it's cheaper. And let's not bring up on the lack of GMS. Huawei should have taken another approach of giving affordable prices especially since they're releasing devices which would be handicapped
I wished it hadn’t run Android tbh, even without GMS Android tablets just can’t compete as Google has shifted its focus onto Chromebooks.
🙄🤦🏾♀️ It’s so annoying that people are complaining about no good apps it’s because people buy Apple products more to the point where really good apps don’t even have an Android version. I’m so tired of apple trying to be a monopoly when they are really expensive. It’s good to have other options.
Bro I pad air 3 or I pad 7th gen is way cheaper than this tab,,,, I would consider this if it was like for 200 to 300 dollor coz there is no Google
I think that the MatPad Pro is the best device for the money. If you really wanted to, you could have made it as if it was any other Android tablet. Just get a third party kauncher, for example, if the widgets look wierd and the app icons are spaced too much. Also, installing the Google Play Store and other Google apps is just a matter of an hour. As for Windows 10, it's also possible to install that within a day, even though the M-Pencil won't work with it.
3:16
It's a 16:10 display, not 16:9
security issues with the fact that there is no fingerprint
You know you can still install google play services on this right?
Some apps still won't work with it, as it isn't certified by Google.
@@klgadgettv which??? only netflix has issues
damn... it suckss lol was hopin for a cheaper ipad pro alternative
I hope Huawei makes their own tablet OS, I wouldn't mind using browser for everything at first as long as I can use it like a desktop and it works seamlessly than Windows... Budget tablet is kind of a free market right now... Android doesn't work well on tablet, chrome os and Windows are laggy as hell, and ipad only going for higher price range
True
Are you going to sell this matepad pro. if you planing to sell, let me know please. hehehe
I should have watched this video first before I purchased my Huawei MatePad Pro. I was enticed by the pre order freebies (M Pencil and Keyboard Cover). There's just too many issues within one week of use besides not having Google App of course. When you pair the Keyboard to the device after couple hours of use the virtual keyboard would disappear even if you keep it on in the settings. You would have to restart the device for it show again. I live in the Philippines and most banking apps (which are very important to me) does not work on this device while it perfectly work on my Nova 5T. I thought absence of Google App store was not that of a big deal because most reviews here in you tube says that it's not an issue with them. We'll let me tell you thst it is in fact a big deal. The Huawei App gallery's application are TRASH, most if not all. I think they we're too excited to launch their own ecosystem even if it's so premature for them to do so. The tablet automatically updated to EMUI 10.1 which I thought was great, but it was just hell. Most apps that was working before the update crashed and bugged after updating to 10.1. Facebook and messenger for instance. There was NO MEETIME in EMUI 10.1. It was a fraud!! lol There's nothing special on the desktop mode. It just like using your tablet on a horizontal view with a keyboard and that's it. Microsoft Office Apps worked better in midrange mobile phones like Nova 5T and Nova 3i. I love the M Pencil but not very useful at all. This device was over hyped and most reviews that we see here in CZcams are so "by the book". they based it on what was written on the package and based on numbers. But if you get to experience using the device like I do, An iPhone or Samsung with 3gig of RAM has NO difference on this device when it comes to functionality and performance. This for me is a biggest disappointment and a waste of money.
hassle talaga walang google services. sana nilagyan nila option for Windows 10 nalang ito baka mapaisip pa ako na ito nalang kesa ipad pro.
Dude, just follow a yt tutorial and install google services
Michel Hilis are you willing to sell you matepad pro?
you can install google store yourself !!!
@@bongkem2723 Not the problem. Consumers shouldn't be the people who try to solve the product's problems, the manufacturers themselves should.
it would definitely a good buy if it runs Windows 10. this will crash a lot of laptop.
Is this runs windows 10??
theres always pureAPK and aptoide dont worry about apps what this guy on they are markets with 100s of thousands of apps,.
would have been better if it runs chrome OS
Ultimately it's still Google
Jesus ppl, follow a yt tutorial and install google services. Took me 30 mins -_-
It doesn't mean everything works when you sideload Google, certain apps and games require a certified Google Services Framework.
@@klgadgettv yes indeed. Even some sellers dare not to install the Google Apps due licence /property protection issue. Thats the only thing that turn me off from purchasing one...
Great device BUT Huawei matepad pro not compatible with pubg mobile yet. flicker display and the sensitivity of the game is abnormal it's very high even though the overall sensitivity on the settings is very low, weapons display Dp28 killer cannot be seen, far away building disappear only with scope can be seen... Maybe other issues, SO for gamer I recommend that you digging into other devices that compatible with your game
Huawei was just to exited to release this tab
why dont you just use a GMS installer.. I used one and had no issues, 2.4k makes it a better tablet than the stupid Tab S6 which many has over paid..
What’s the point of buying a tablet that needs to go thru all that hassle?
@@klgadgettv Its a 5 minute job... and after, you have full access to the playstore. I think you better not try to criticize anything you dont know and have not tried.. Makes you look stupid.
Marcus Chang turorial pls
@@Alexutzification you are on youtube.. you can search for it. "GMS install huawei" same install process i use for my Mate30pro and mediapad pro. I can use google playstore and even make purchases using google pay for in-app purchases. I can also use microsoft Intune for company portal. From android and GMS perspective, not a single bit less than my previous samsung S8. 5 minute to go thorugh the installation process. Its a huge bargain to get huawei gadgets now days.. with silly reviewers blindly revieweing gadget from a box. Not giving its vierwers the best insights or best bargains.. Keeping the prices low for users like me :)
@@klgadgettv I have to agree on this comment there are ways, of course its much easier if you have google service, but if we can install essential apps thru other means which is not very complicated or technical then it should not be a problem.
What do you mean "too damn expensive" whem you can afford an iPad Pro🤨
Too expensive for it's poor experience and value
He means other tablets are a too good to be true when you dont even get what u pay for unlike iPad
@@hexorreviews9413 oh
Good quality bad Software, thats to Bad
Windows tablet sucks, windows lack of support on uwp.
The reason u don’t want an android tablet is because its to expensive to afford? And u use iPad? Are u from earth?
To rephrase it better, it is too expensive to pay for a bad software experience.
Does not use android tablet because they are expensive but buys a iPad lol , really ....
Take for instance a Galaxy Tab S6, you'll need to add on a keyboard + stylus to complete the experience, where an entry level iPad with the full package will cost lesser with a much polished experience. I'm sure in the video I didn't specifically mention that anyone should get an iPad Pro.
patience huawei will create eco system like apple soon
Bad reviews
PLEASE pronounce the words properly and speak slowly. I can barely understand you. Thanks!