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2020-09-21T22:25:54.175Z


Apple's iPad lineup spans four different models, two of which have just received significant updates. Each tablet has a | CNNE Underscored | CNN


Apple's iPad lineup spans four different models, two of which have just received significant updates.

Each tablet has a slightly different design, different specifications, and of course, prices.

You can buy an iPad, an Air, a Mini, or a Pro, but which iPad does what, and are the more advanced models worth the money?

They all run the same software and have access to the same apps in the App Store.

Almost all will even work with Apple's own keyboard accessory, and all will work with the Apple Pencil.

So why not buy the cheapest one?

Screen size and performance vary considerably.

Also the power .. Here we break down the differences between the different models so that you can choose the one that suits your needs.

iPad (8th generation)

Apple just announced the 8th-gen iPad, and with the limited time we've spent using it, we're impressed.

At $ 329 and with improved performance on the classic design, it packs a lot for little money.

If you're upgrading from an older iPad model, you'll be happy to hear that Apple increased the screen size with last year's base model, from 9.7 inches to 10.2 inches.

The Touch ID fingerprint reader is still hidden in the home button, as always.

The performance improvement of the 8th generation iPad is due to Apple's A12 Bionic processor.

That's the same chip that Apple used in the iPhone XS, so it's a couple of years old, but it's still very powerful, even when purchased with other next-gen Android tablets.

Combined with the performance gains of iPadOS 14, the iPad will have no problems using email, surfing the web, playing games, or playing YouTube videos.

Apple's base model iPad is the ideal tablet for someone who doesn't necessarily want a laptop replacement or needs something to do heavy photo or video editing.

It is more than enough for a young student or anyone who views the iPad more as an entertainment device.

With that said, if you want to sit down and type a school paper or a long email, the keyboard cover is worth $ 159.

Or if you want an iPad to draw on, the first-gen Apple Pencil will work and cost just $ 99.

There are also cheaper options from other manufacturers

IPad with Wi-Fi starts at $ 329 for 32GB of storage or $ 429 for 128GB.

Add another $ 130 to any price for an LTE model.

The iPad Air (4th generation)

Along with the new iPad, Apple also announced a completely redesigned iPad Air.

This is the fourth-generation model of Apple's mid-range tablet and, on paper at least, it's very attractive.

The new Air looks more like the iPad Pro, with flat edges, a place to wirelessly charge the second-generation Apple Pencil, and a USB-C port, and it comes in five colors.

The screen goes almost edge to edge, without a button.

It also lacks Face ID, like the iPad Pro. Instead, Apple has incorporated its Touch ID fingerprint technology into the iPad Air's power button.

It's the first time we've seen Apple use Touch ID anywhere other than the traditional home button.

Inside the Air is Apple's most advanced processor, the A14 Bionic.

We still don't know how fast it is, as the Air is the first ever advertised product to use it and the tablet wo

n't start shipping until next month

.

However, we have no doubt that the new Air will be fast enough to handle everyday tasks, plus the occasional photo and video editing with ease.

We don't know yet whether or not it will be faster than the iPad Pro, but we will resolve this question soon.

If you're looking for a tablet that can get some work done and that's more powerful than the basic iPad and at a reasonable price, the iPad Air is a good compromise.

The iPad Air with Wi-Fi starts at $ 599 for 64GB of storage or $ 749 for 256GB.

For the same amounts of storage, but with LTE connectivity, you're looking for $ 729 and $ 879, respectively.

The iPad Air will work with the $ 299 Magic Keyboard and the $ 129 Apple Pencil.

The iPad Mini (5th generation)

This tablet is essentially a smaller version of the base model iPad.

It uses Apple's A12 processor and comes with up to 256GB of storage and support for Apple Pencil.

There is no smart keyboard cover for the Mini, but you can connect any Bluetooth keyboard to the tablet to type long texts.

Of course, as the name suggests, the Mini is smaller than the rest of the iPad line, with a 7.9-inch Retina display.

The Mini is ideal for someone who is constantly on the go and wants access to the power of an iPad or the App Store ecosystem in a portable form factor.

Pair the iPad Mini with an Apple Arcade subscription, and you've got yourself a compelling Nintendo Switch competitor for gaming.

The Wi-Fi version of the iPad Mini starts at $ 399 for 64GB of storage or $ 549 for 256GB.

The Wi-Fi + LTE version will set you back $ 529 or $ 679 for the same amounts of storage.

The iPad Pro (4th generation)

The iPad Pro line is designed and targeted at those who want Apple's most powerful and capable tablet.

From the A12Z processor and up to 1TB of storage with USB-C port and the new Magic Keyboard with a trackpad, the iPad Pro line can be measured head-to-head with almost any laptop.

The iPad Pro starts at $ 799 for an 11-inch screen or $ 999 for a 12.9-inch screen.

The Wi-Fi + LTE model costs an additional $ 150.

If you really want the ultimate, the 12.9-inch model with LTE and 1 TB of storage costs $ 1,649.

Both models use Apple's Liquid Retina display, which is clear and bright, and has a battery life of up to 10 hours.

The Pro line features an oriented LiDAR camera that can be used to scan nearby objects and rooms, and should enhance the experience of augmented reality applications.

The iPad Pro with the Magic Keyboard with a dedicated trackpad can replace a laptop or at least be used in place of a laptop for most computing tasks.

The $ 129 second-generation Apple Pencil will work with the new iPad Pro for note-taking or drawing.

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Note: The above prices reflect the price at the time of publication of the article.

Source: cnnespanol

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