I purchased the 13-inch iPad Pro M4 expecting a powerful mobile device, but it has become much more capable in my office workflow than I anticipated. I connect the iPad Pro to an Apple Studio Display as part of my desktop workstation. The Studio Display provides the external display, camera, speakers and microphone while simultaneously charging the iPad through the same connection. I can run video meetings on the Studio Display and then disconnect the iPad and immediately go mobile. Where the setup gets even better is peripherals. I use a Thunderbolt/USB-C hub with the iPad, which allows me to integrate additional equipment into the workstation. I’ve connected my DJI Mic 2 receiver through the hub and can use the wireless microphones for meetings and other applications instead of relying solely on the built-in microphone. Keyboard, mouse and other peripherals also integrate into the setup. That flexibility is probably my favorite part of the M4 iPad Pro. It can be a tablet with Apple Pencil Pro, a portable productivity device, or the center of a full desktop workstation with an external 27-inch display, camera, audio and peripherals. Performance has been excellent, the 13-inch OLED display is outstanding, and despite everything it can do, the device remains extremely thin and portable. If you already own—or are considering—a Studio Display, Thunderbolt/USB-C hub and external peripherals, don’t overlook what this iPad can do with them. I initially thought of it as a tablet. I now use it as one of the primary computers in my office.

Works awesome. Love the matte display, makes it way easier to use and read text on the screen when there’s a lot of light.

Screen display and vibrant colors. Speed and ease of use. Storage space.

I switched for the ecosystem. Sadly, I find Apple products work together better and more seamlessly than anything Android puts out. I would not say the iPad is better by any means, but I do think all of Apple‘s apps work together in a much more cohesive manner. If you are not concerned with being part of Apple‘s ecosystem in any manner, I would actually recommend the Samsung Galaxy tab ultra series as the android tablet for you to purchase. Unfortunately, in order to match the specs on my previous tablet. I had to get the pro series from Apple. While I am glad I made the purchase. I do not think that it is worth the price difference unless all your apps working together cohesively and from device to device is an important aspect of your purchasing decision. Then you will have to go with an Apple purchase and unfortunately, pay the higher price tag that Apple products have. Again, I am very happy with my purchase. I just wish android ecosystem work together as seamlessly as the Apple ecosystem.

This iPad Pro is incredibly fast, the OLED screen with Nano Texture looks gorgeous, and the Space Black finish feels super premium. The 1TB storage and cellular option make it perfect for work and travel—definitely worth it if you want the best tablet experience.