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amother
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 Sun, Aug 25 2024, 4:24 pm
I am in the market for a new laptop and a new tablet. Or maybe I could get away with just one?
Previously I had a very old MacBook Pro that I kept at home and hardly ever used. Then I got an Ipad pro 11‘‘.
I had thought that it would replace a computer because it’s quicker but I hated the smaller screen.
However I do use it for some apps, for which my phone screen is too small. I have the small Iphone 13 because I hate large smartphones.
So I started looking into Ipads snd macbooks. I found my ipad pro too heavy, but ipad airs are kot lighter? How can it be? What’s the point?
Would you get a larger ipad air and the Magic Keyboard? Would it replace the laptop?
Or would you rather get a proper laptop and a cheaper tablet just for apps?
I don’t do any heavy photo or movie editing or any graphic software. I do sometimes have to work with large excel tables so a 13“ MacBook was handier for that
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amother
Skyblue
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Sun, Aug 25 2024, 5:16 pm
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Look into getting a PC laptop.
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Amarante
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Sun, Aug 25 2024, 5:35 pm
What is your budget?
I have an iPad, iPhone and Apple computer. I also have Apple TV 🤷♀️ I also have an old iPhone which I use only as a WiFi device as it is convenient to keep near the bed as it has smart functions which control thermostat, lights and window shades.
They are not interchangeable to me.
I love the iPad but I don’t do serious stuff on it because it is difficult to organize so I use the computer for that.
I use my iPhone the least because I hate talking on the phone and anything other than talking I can do better on the other devices.
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amother
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Sun, Aug 25 2024, 5:38 pm
| Amarante wrote: | What is your budget?
I have an iPad, iPhone and Apple computer. I also have Apple TV 🤷♀️ I also have an old iPhone which I use only as a WiFi device as it is convenient to keep near the bed as it has smart functions which control thermostat, lights and window shades.
They are not interchangeable to me.
I love the iPad but I don’t do serious stuff on it because it is difficult to organize so I use the computer for that.
I use my iPhone the least because I hate talking on the phone and anything other than talking I can do better on the other devices. |
I can afford two devices but not the Pro version of everything.
Also felt like ipad pro was an overkill for language learning app and my fitness app…
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Amarante
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Sun, Aug 25 2024, 5:55 pm
| amother OP wrote: | I can afford two devices but not the Pro version of everything.
Also felt like ipad pro was an overkill for language learning app and my fitness app… |
You don’t need the iPad Pro. I love my iPad but I just have the regular Air and it is perfect for my needs. I am in it right now. 
Then get the MacBook. Don’t know what Apps you use it or your needs. I don’t have a laptop as I use my iMac for computer stuff and my iPad for more casual stuff.
The great thing about having Apple products is that everything is synced together so perfectly. I have stuff saved on iCloud but I also use Notes a lot because it syncs automatically so anything on notes is available on all my devices. And of course contacts, email, calendar and texts are synched to all devices.
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amother
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Sun, Aug 25 2024, 7:31 pm
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If you’re in the US look into getting second hand from swappa.com. I’ve gotten multiple devices there for a lot cheaper than new.
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amother
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Mon, Aug 26 2024, 3:35 am
| amother Navy wrote: | | If you’re in the US look into getting second hand from swappa.com. I’ve gotten multiple devices there for a lot cheaper than new. |
I would get at least one refurbished and maybe try and trade in an old device.
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amother
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Mon, Aug 26 2024, 4:00 am
Why don't you get a MacBook air and iPad air.
They will both do a great job for what you need.
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amother
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Mon, Aug 26 2024, 4:05 am
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I have a MacBook m2 model 13 inch and iPhone 12 Pro and am very happy with both. they are very long lasting quality devices
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