I've heard about that screen protector for a while now, but they don't have the 10.9" iPad Air version yet. I'm wondering if I should get this device as it'd mainly be used for school and (hopefully) mounted in the car for storm chasing. I understand only the Pro having 120hz, but man if high refresh rate isn't great. Currently I still have an iPad 4 (the first "Retina Display" one) that's just used to displaying the radar at home! It's stuck on iOS 10 and too slow to really do anything else.
The ipad pro has a "laminated screen", which makes the tip of the pen really close to the stroke you draw. Does the new ipad air have that same "thin" screen, or does it have the same thicker glass screen that other ipads (and most smartphones and other pads) have?
Hello I Need Your Help On The The ipad air 4th generation On The Drawing Lines Dose It Have More Or Less Lines Or To Darw I Am Going To Buy The Air But I Saw Your Review On The Drawing Lines .
I am 10 and I have been supporting this channel since I was 7. I have always been interested in digital art. I am finally Going to get a drawing Tablet.
Not pro killer as ipad air start from just 64 gb in 2020 and there is no 128gb model and only choice is to buy 256gb ipad air or just spend 50 dollars more to buy 128gb ipad pro which is much better
@@CakeSSO nah so many things to consider that they just brush off like how the screen quality for viewing is severely affected and how it speeds the damaging of the tip of the apple pencil. that small tip costs a lot to buy.
I had a 10th gen iPad ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxUGaHtKW8MwCql2fPyIm9-ftTqSMzKFFA . Felt it getting pretty slow at times even after doing a reset. So I am using that as a tablet for my 5 year old son and got this 9th gen version. MUCH faster, a little slimmer, smaller bezels, all around a leap forward. Plus, for the price that’s about $130-$150 cheaper than a current new model this is a nice deal. I look forward to the M-series CPUs coming into iPads which will really help future proof these tablets better but these latest CPUs are pretty strong and should do better to last several years with no compromises.
I get the green one on Friday! This is my first Apple product and I've been watching your videos religiously to understand it better, and I got your classes as well! You're highly rated for a reason. I'm glad you liked the Air 4; helps quell my anxiety over this big purchase.
@@hamable1995 I ordered for pick-up from my local apple store. Apple sends stores a limited supply first before they send customers their orders, so it's better to get it from the store if you can. Perks of working at a phone store: you get the inside info.
I pre ordered mine too! It's shipping on 23rd and should be arriving 3-5 working days after. Ps : I ordered the blue. And here, the local authorised reseller is selling the PWP apple pencil 2 for about 12 bucks off 😁 (50 off in my currency) and an additional cash voucher to get 3rd party accessories. I'm from Malaysia and we don't have an apple store here.
Which is funny because normal matte screen protectors are cheaper and work better than Paperlike with less colour distortion and visual noise pixelation so every time I see Paperlike I hear boss fight music 😂
This is honestly so exciting. In a few years I'm sure we'll be at a point where the limiting factors in what an iPad can't do with digital art are so minor that it really won't matter what you're buying. If this had been out when I bought my Pro 2018 then I'd have saved some money, and honestly wouldn't be any shorter along as an artist. Might have to pick one up down the line just as a backup, haha.
Keep in mind that the screen is only 60hz. Of course if you never owned an iPad Pro you wouldn't notice but to me it is a big dealbreaker and I actually notice the delay while drawing and doing other things when switching to a 60hz screen. I am not trying to hate on it of course. I hope you enjoy the Air. It is really great either way!
Just bought the Air model and I think it will be a great addition to my workflow! Once my gig grows up and I have more projects to justify an upgrade, I might consider it.
I have debated updating my 2016 iPad pro, and the Air4 just seems like a better choice for me after watching your video. It's cheaper, and would be a lot faster than what I have. Thanks for the review, and keep up the great work.
I had to buy a new iPad Pro recently and your channel really helped with the choice as I was hesitating between that and the iPad Air 4. Now, I also added a Paperlike protection screen but I still find it too smooth compared to the screen protector I used on my previous iPad Pro. I can't remember the brand as it's been a while since I bought it. Would you consider doing a comparison video on screen protectors at some point? That would also be really helpful. About the pencil 2, for once I was really annoyed with Apple for forcing us to buy a new, very expensive pencil, when the old one still works fine. And while I agree that it's cool that it clicks on magnetically, one major drawback is that it's difficult to use a pencil holder. I have tendinitis and the new pencil is really painful to hold after a few minutes. I solved the problem by making a custom, slide-on holder, but that's really a silly move considering how many artists use these and invariably end up injuring their tendons as a work hazard.
Hey Brad, thanks for this video! I pre ordered a sky blue iPad for myself with an apple pencil 2. I've been watching all your iPad reviews since early this year. I was aiming to get the entry level first but I couldn't get past the non laminated screen and an old A10 chip, so I decided to wait for the iPad air with its new design! Thank you so much and please make more awesome content!!
Hello Brad! After I watch your video, now I'm confuse to buy iPad Air 4 or iPad 9th Gen. Please enlighten me which one should I buy :') My goals is to buy Pro but my budget is not enough. So I decide to buy between iPad Air 4 and iPad 9th Gen...
I don't understand why the new iPad Air 4 is so hyped and even called the “iPad Pro Killer”. If 64 GB is not enough for you, you have to go straight to 256 GB because 128 GB is not available on the iPad Air. Then the gap between iPad Pro and iPad Air is just 50 €, and even if 64GB is enough, the price difference is 200 €. But you can sell it for a higher selling price if you decide to sell it and then you will get a price difference of 100 € or less. Then you get the following advantages: -120 Hz instead of just 60 Hz -Face ID instead of Touch ID -an additional ultra wide angle camera -Lidar scanner -600 nits maximum brightness instead of 500 nits -better processor -higher selling price if you sell the iPad used - thinner display bezels - better speakers -etc.
Aidan MacKinnon now, it is. But in a few years (4-5 years), it won’t. It depends on how much time do you wanna keep it. If you want it for more than 5 years, get the Pro.
As an artist who's never owned any kind of computerised drawing gadget such as an ipad I was considering getting one (to replace my old 2011 Macbook Pro, at least for now) , either the new regular ipad, the new ipad air or the ipad pro 11". But now after seeing the larger 12.9", wow so much more space to draw yet not so portable, so another choosing dilemma!
I am going to buy within a day or two. I am going for the Pro 11 inch variant. The 12.9 feels way too bigger in hand. Not going for the Air because of the 60Hz refresh rate. So using the pencil would be a better experience on the Pro.
I have a MacBook Air M1 that I use for most of my productivity tasks and work stuff, but I really want an iPad Air for content consumption, some drawing, reading, taking notes, surfing the web, media streaming and playing some games. Nothing too heavy duty. Is 64gb enough? I can’t really afford the 256. I also have lots of cloud storage.
Hello Brad! Great Review. One question tho, how much of a downside is the 60 Hz display for drawing? Im an architect student and would like to buy it mainly for sketching. Keep up the good work , cheers.
You still getting a substantially better device. The screen is slightly bigger higher res and 120hz, you get that 2gb of extra RAM, and if you got the base model, that’s still double the storage. You also have Face ID, Lidar might come in handy. The only thing that the air has above the pro, is the colour choice and that’s subjective, and that processor seems to be better in something, but worse in other things, but looking at the performance of the base model, no one will notice it.
Why pro is better: Face ID, LiDAR, Ultrawide camera,120hz promotion, third-generation A12Z bionic, 12.9 inch and 11 inch, 600 nits brighter screen, and 128gb instead of 64 as starting storage. iPad Pro is better speaking pure power and force, and air has better value bc you get a ton with $599
I would love it if it would have had more RAM or if it would have started at 128 GB but now I think it’s way too expensive for 64 GB. I’ll definitely get an iPad when my surface pro dies though
same i really don’t as well but i do love my ipad pro it’s feels very good or drawing but I don’t use my lidar or cameras why I didn’t pick up the iPhone 12 as well
@@Carla-watches yes that’s the one thing I wish as well but I’m not really a fan of this years colours they are like a very little pastel colours apparently sometimes I don’t even look like the colour you have really catch in the right light to see it
Great review as always Brad! Another reason to go with the Pro instead of the Air for me is screen size. The iPad Air only has one size available (10.9") but if they had a 12.9" then I'd seriously consider making the switch down the road to save some money but for now, still loving my 12.9" Pro!
Great review, thank you! I have 2 questions : - Would iPad Air 4 be enough for me ? - Would 64 Go be enough for me ? (I don't want to really do more than Procreate) I would like to buy an iPad to start drawing illustrations with Procreate (but I'm not an illustrator). I mostly want to try doing non very detailled illustrations to print on t-shirts, mugs... And maybe more in the future.
Do you think 64 GB is enough? Will it affect performance at all? I have had the iPad mini 5 with 256 GB for almost 3 years now, and I'm still only using 52 GB of storage. I mainly use it for procreate and garage band. I'm fairly certain I'll be able to maintain only using around 50GB (I dont like digital clutter and clear stuff out regularly). But because it would be so close to full capacity, would it affect how the iPad works?
Thanks so much for this breakdown of the new Air!! One comment: I seem to have read somewhere, that although there is more ram in the new Air (compared to the old one), apps like Procreate cannot effectively use all 4GB of ram - or something to that extent. Have you heard anything about that?
The new ipad air it's pretty dope but I think that every one need more that 64gb, insted of 64 you are going to pay for the 256gb and that's going to be 750$ or something like that. My point is that for 50$ more you get the ipad pro, is something that some people need to keep in mind
It's a $150 dollar difference, it definitely is more worth it but even then, some people probably would just want a cheaper one with no difference except the storage like me, I'm not saying your wrong you have a point but the price difference is a big factor in what people will choose
I ordered mine the other day, just waiting for the release in Australia this Saturday. This is my entry into the drawing scene, something I've wanted to do for ages but always found the iPad Pro to be too expensive to justify buying it just for drawing, so when the Air got announced I was pretty excited when I saw the price! Awesome videos too, been watching lots of your videos over the last week to learn the basics of everything
Tyler, yo también he estado muchos meses viendo muchos vídeos de Brad para hacerme una idea de cual es el Ipad apropiado para trabajar con procreate. Al principio estaba casi decidido por el Ipad 8th generación, pero ahora, y tras ver este análisis de Brad sobre el nuevo Ipad Air 4 th 2020... pues ya he decidido... ipad air 4th con 64 gigas de almacenamiento para trabajar masivamente con procreate. Un saludo desde Elche (Alicante) Spain.
@@rivesman67 yeah it’s just a amazing option considering the price. And hey from Australia! Had to translate your comments since I can only read/write English haha
@@tylernelson711 Tyler, yo también, he tenido que traducir (Translate) gran herramienta (great tool). Un saludo te mando a Australia. Bueno, aquí seguimos, mirando review del nuevo ipad air 4. Aunque yo ya he tomado la decisión de comprarlo en fechas muy próximas.
This was great! I just bought an iPad Air(4) and it’s my first iPad! I am still waiting for it to arrive- but I was curious to see what I’d gotten myself into- and was wondering about a screen protector like the paper lite- and the Apple Pencil. Thanks for this review!
I found this to be so helpful. I am currently using a first gen ipad pro, huge and heavy. Forever I have been wanting a smaller lighter version that wouldn't cost me sooo much. Seeing as I only using it for drawing and reading this might be the best fit.
For me personally I'd choose the Pro just for the larger model (if I had the cash) more than likely though I'll end up getting this one though in maybe a year of something. I bought an iPad air 3 last year, gonna get my moneys worth out of that.
Happy to see an artist perspective on the new iPad. I'm not sure if I should get the iPad Pro 2018 o the new iPad Air. I thought the 60vs120hz would be a big deal but you say is kind of overated. I'm leaning towards the Air because i can buy it new, hope i don't run out of layers on pro create like you said. I'm thinking about doing realistic illustrations with lots of layers, hope 4gb is enough x)
I'm actually saving up for one sure it'll take forever but then my procreate dreams will come true, ofc I'd get the pencil next Edit: once I get a job this process will go way faster, I'm young turning 14 soon
Im a fairly poor freelance comic artist from south east asia, in 2016, i managed to earn enough money and bought the 2015 ipad pro. Its still in excellent condition and I still use it now. I exclusively use CSP for drawing comics/manga. My old 4 gb RAM ipad pro starts to lag when I reach 50 plus layers on a page. Im liking this ipad air but that 6gb RAM is giving me concern.
Annd after reading your comments on a couple of videos I'm here finally watching your take on the iPad Air Awesome video as usual Would really like to see an iPad buying guide from your Brad! Cheers! Stay home stay healthy! 👍🏼
Saying the A14 is two generations ahead of the A12Z is a bit misleading. The A12Z is just a name. It came out in 2020, so the Pro is only a generation behind.
@@aadarsh3587 ua-cam.com/users/DrawingArtAcademy you can start here, then go to what interests you most but a good base in art is key, the rest is work and repetition
I think people don't really get how nice 120hz pro-motion is, it just makes scrolling and using the tablet straight up amazing and feel more smooth that just having a 15% faster single core cpu
I currently use the ipad air 3 that I've owned for a year and a half and it works great. But I do eventually want to upgrade to an iPad pro for the video editing and the USB type c connection. I use procreate and clipstudio all the time without any problems. I did however, had one little problem with my device as the mother board did burn out after the first 6 months and I had to get it replaced.
I hope someone replays this , Do you'll think this is good for occasionally sketching? I'm a tattoo artist and I always draw on paper but I occasionally do logos and stencils for my tattoos , I don't spend that much time drawing
I have Air 3 myself. You will get 10.9", Liquid Retina, A14, 12MP, USB C, Magic Keyboard Compatible, Speakers Landscape, Modern Desing, WiFi-6, etc. The only downside is 64GB, I guess it was a marketing decision. The issue comes when you decide to get the 256 GB for $749 but for $50 more you can choice the Pro 2020 11"..... peace
Is there any ipad air 4 vs samsung galaxy tab s6 lite/s7? I mean it'd help me a lot to choose which one's best to buy for drawings, and get me out of dilemma and confusion.😔
Samsung's tab s6 lite is comparable to the ipad 8th gen. i think both brands and the models you mentioned are great. it comes down to what software you'll use. some people bought ipad for procreate. or you want to choose based on the ecosystem (iOS or android). both brands produced great tablets to use nonetheless
I just returned the air yesterday. At high res for procreate I could only get 7 layers whereas with the iPad Pro I exchanged it for I now get 27. Huge difference.
Thanks for this review :) No...no way. For me much much better the iPad Pro. 6Gb ram, 1Tb storage, 120Hz refresh, stereo speaker, more powerful GPU. Much larger screen. This iPad Air (here in Europe) costs too much compared to a brand new 2020 Pro and also to a refurbished 2018 Pro
It might seem like A14 is better than A12 just because the number is higher but the ipad pro 2020 uses an A12Z which has better performance in multi-core and graphics processing. However, as you say, for an average consumer this will not matter. I think I will go with the pro for the refresh rate. I tried it in the Apple store and it looks super smooth also for scrolling websites.
Odd. Didn't see this in my recommended till today. Maybe I've been too much in the Hololive void, but hey... Finally the Air review I've been waiting fore! 4GB Ram, is sad news though, not quite worth its asking price. But glad someone finally informing its ram amount.
Well, since you said in other vids that the screen protector does change the colours a bit...and the viewing..not sure I would want it. Might be nice to have disposable ones that you can use, then take off when doing other things on the pad. I do happen to like the tip on the Samsung device which does not slide about like the apple pen. Apple would have been smart to have different tips for its pen! Also, this is a really great pad, but again, not as vivid as the Samsung s7+ tablet? And the memory size does matter...another bonus for Android. Yes, I know it does not have pro create, however, there are so many apps out there that are also pretty nice! And free (pro create is almost free however). I guess if you are ONLY doing art on the tab, ipad is the way to go, but if you do a lot more than that, I would probably prefer a device for the money that was far more versatile and visually stunning. Apple still falls short on that score. Too bad! And it is WAY way way more expensive in other countries. Perhaps not in the States, but here in Canada it is HUNDREDS more...your Ipad pro for 100 for the middle memory one..is more than 1300 here, NOT including pen, cover...so with it being well over 2 g....ummmmmm......maybe not so worth all that cash these days! And if you want all the memory they decide you can have, well, wow...over 4 grand... I think we may have to see some true price drops (gasp) in tech due to the fact that how many in the near future will be able to actually pay for one??? Good luck is all I can say with the job losses and the virus is not done yet...! Spend your money very wisely. I really do not like the memory hold out. I am glad you could tell me what the ram was, as I could not find it! What is it for the IPAD pro now?? No idea. If you can switch out cards, etc, you can build and do a lot more. Your ram and refresh rates here really are key for future uses. And yes, I can tell the difference between 60 and 120. And most programs are already gearing up for the 8 ram size and not less than (unless you have really simple art set ups)...games, arts, videos etc. are memory hungry and growing more so every day. Even Windows 10 says to use 8 ram as a preferred usage level....! Whoa. They are moving so fast in the industry I am finding that you really need to max out any device you purchase to help keep it for more than 3 years!! Apple LOVES to control that, so to max it out you need to get the top pad which here would costs over 2 grand. ($1800 plus $235 for cover plus $170 for the pen) And you can't even get it on line...out of stock. Having said all that, I do love the charm of using the pads or android for that matter. The hand device really is a delight. (How can you tell I am from the BRICK era) But, one really has to look at what you really use it for and how serious your art is (like do you have a JOB doing this ...and yes, I do...BUT I still have to pay for such a device!) So it gets rather difficult deciding. I was really happy to hear that what you use every day and why, so that to me is a deciding factor coming from one pro to another. Sort of...LOL To be honest, money plays a huge part in everyone's life. Especially these days. Cheers!! And I LOVE your vids. Keep up the great work!
The only issue with the iPad Air is the storage really. Procreate gulps up around 32 gigs + OS with another 10-15, and you already find yourself uploading everything to the cloud if you have other apps on it :/ 128 gigs option would be a godsent.
I hope I only have money. Because I have difficulty drawing on my Android phone. I hope my dad is still alive so that someone can support my digital art works .. No one even supports my traditional art without buying. so I just decided to use and draw on my broken android phone...... Hahahaha 😂
Mine is coming in the mail soon, I just wanted to know, from what I’ve have come to understand there’s a built in art app? I just wanted to know if it was good or should I get a different app like procreate?
Can You Tell The Best Free App On Android Tablets To Start With Digital Art Plz Can You Tell I am interested in digital art because of you you are my idol person
I just ordered my ipad air and it arrives in 2 weeks! Was gonna order the paperlike with Brad's link but I thought his affiliate link gave us a discount? Kinda disappointed there.. I'll definitely be buying it though. It took so long to save up for an ipad that I cannot break it or damage it in any way
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And don't forget their free procreate brushes: paperlike.com/dynamic-environment-brush-set
I heard ipad pro have a12chip but gpu cpu is higher on pro
I've heard about that screen protector for a while now, but they don't have the 10.9" iPad Air version yet. I'm wondering if I should get this device as it'd mainly be used for school and (hopefully) mounted in the car for storm chasing. I understand only the Pro having 120hz, but man if high refresh rate isn't great. Currently I still have an iPad 4 (the first "Retina Display" one) that's just used to displaying the radar at home! It's stuck on iOS 10 and too slow to really do anything else.
Why you changed your channels name?
The ipad pro has a "laminated screen", which makes the tip of the pen really close to the stroke you draw. Does the new ipad air have that same "thin" screen, or does it have the same thicker glass screen that other ipads (and most smartphones and other pads) have?
Hello I Need Your Help On The
The ipad air 4th generation On The Drawing Lines Dose It Have More Or Less Lines Or To Darw I Am Going To Buy The Air But I Saw Your Review On The Drawing Lines .
God knows how long I have been waiting for the iPad air 4.
Same bro 💀
Ya
Same 😂😂 I held off on buying the pro for this
I died and reborn waiting for it.
Since the iPad Air 1??
I am 10 and I have been supporting this channel since I was 7. I have always been interested in digital art. I am finally Going to get a drawing Tablet.
Congratulations! 🤗
Ay, congrats bro 🤝
That’s awesome!!!
Do it man! I wish I continued drawing ever since I started back in 3rd grade. I stopped because of life I guess but do it!
Do it my young friend! I regret giving up art when I was around your age and wish I'd stuck with it. Look into Graphic Design also as a possible job.
Green looks pretty ngl ;)
Literally just got here from your vid lol
Not pro killer as ipad air start from just 64 gb in 2020 and there is no 128gb model and only choice is to buy 256gb ipad air or just spend 50 dollars more to buy 128gb ipad pro which is much better
Just bought a sky blue one, but I agree that green looks good too😩
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@@CakeSSO nah so many things to consider that they just brush off like how the screen quality for viewing is severely affected and how it speeds the damaging of the tip of the apple pencil. that small tip costs a lot to buy.
@@pomogrenade3515 alr thanks
I had a 10th gen iPad ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxUGaHtKW8MwCql2fPyIm9-ftTqSMzKFFA . Felt it getting pretty slow at times even after doing a reset. So I am using that as a tablet for my 5 year old son and got this 9th gen version. MUCH faster, a little slimmer, smaller bezels, all around a leap forward. Plus, for the price that’s about $130-$150 cheaper than a current new model this is a nice deal. I look forward to the M-series CPUs coming into iPads which will really help future proof these tablets better but these latest CPUs are pretty strong and should do better to last several years with no compromises.
I get the green one on Friday! This is my first Apple product and I've been watching your videos religiously to understand it better, and I got your classes as well! You're highly rated for a reason. I'm glad you liked the Air 4; helps quell my anxiety over this big purchase.
how do you get it so early i ordered off of apple store and it’s gonna send it to me on the 3rd next month that’s 14 days from now :((((((
@@hamable1995 I ordered for pick-up from my local apple store. Apple sends stores a limited supply first before they send customers their orders, so it's better to get it from the store if you can. Perks of working at a phone store: you get the inside info.
I pre ordered mine too! It's shipping on 23rd and should be arriving 3-5 working days after.
Ps : I ordered the blue. And here, the local authorised reseller is selling the PWP apple pencil 2 for about 12 bucks off 😁 (50 off in my currency) and an additional cash voucher to get 3rd party accessories.
I'm from Malaysia and we don't have an apple store here.
@@hamable1995 Just be as fast as heck when they put them online for preorder! Thats how i got it for the 23th.
@@hamable1995 I gonna get it on middle December:(
i just love watching things i can't afford lmao
you will get it one day
@@soniasony7846 dont worry youll get one soon. i was saying this 2 weeks ago and now i just got mine today
shows green ipad : GUESS WHAT COLOR MY IPAD IS?
my dumbas: which is it?
Its sky blue duh
???? its clearly rose gold???
@@David.d.d.d nah its blue
@@keishuun3971 nah its red
@@techify5895 Nah it's realgar
when Brad Saids Shiny Glass.
Me: Its Sponsor Paperlike 👁👄👁
That thing will eat up your pen tip really fast. So it's drawing experence or durability.
it depends
@@oscarshen6855 I mean, it depends on how hard you write/draw with
JerryRigEverything: Glass is glass, so it breaks
Which is funny because normal matte screen protectors are cheaper and work better than Paperlike with less colour distortion and visual noise pixelation so every time I see Paperlike I hear boss fight music 😂
when he started to talk about glass screen and plastic pencil tip and drawing experience... I know what was next immediately xD
This iPad just called me poor in every language
You can get an Ipad with a samsung tablet, just root it
I'm just going to save up Christmas and birthday money
Finally
I am very pleased with the review and I am now sure to buy the iPad Air 4 :)
This looks brilliant, only lacks Face ID which isn’t that important as Touch ID is built into power button. Might be better than buying the pro
Nah just buy 2018 pro.
Whatbout pro motion?
@@awesomeplayseverything56 yeah
@@AAAAAA-gj2di what do you mean are you asking if the 2018 has Pro motion? If so then yes.
@@awesomeplayseverything56 was sayin 2018 pro model is better
This is honestly so exciting. In a few years I'm sure we'll be at a point where the limiting factors in what an iPad can't do with digital art are so minor that it really won't matter what you're buying. If this had been out when I bought my Pro 2018 then I'd have saved some money, and honestly wouldn't be any shorter along as an artist. Might have to pick one up down the line just as a backup, haha.
Thank you Brad. I no longer regret my decision of ordering the iPad Air as an artist. I can't wait for it to arrive❤️
Keep in mind that the screen is only 60hz. Of course if you never owned an iPad Pro you wouldn't notice but to me it is a big dealbreaker and I actually notice the delay while drawing and doing other things when switching to a 60hz screen.
I am not trying to hate on it of course. I hope you enjoy the Air. It is really great either way!
@@MsToshi1990 as you said yourself - you‘ll only notice when u got used to 120hz. Most ppl wont notice the difference
@@sheynaa_7341 how is your experience on iPad Air
I really confuse about 60hz screen. Is it a really big problem? Plz tell me about your experience.
Brad do a smackdown between Ipad Pro 2018 and Ipad Air 2020
Seems odd when there is a newer Pro and 2 newer Airs than the 2018.
I do have an iPad buyers guide type video coming up next week where I will break down a lot of the differences between models.
@@jamesbullo The Ipad pro 2018 is available for almost the same price...it's a good deal
Yeah since the air 2020 and pro 2018 are the basically the same price it would be amazing to hear the pros and cons.
@@thebradcolbow haha spoiler alert.
Just bought the Air model and I think it will be a great addition to my workflow! Once my gig grows up and I have more projects to justify an upgrade, I might consider it.
I've been waiting for this content. ❤️
Same here 👍
hehe, I've been waiting to post it. Everything I've been working on the last 2 weeks I wasn't allowed to post until this week :D
@@thebradcolbow*quietly Hehes*
@@Samenamena It was actually a very loud laugh.
@@thebradcolbow thanks for the reply. I'm so happy! That feeling I think I got an iPad Air 4 because you replied. 😂
I have debated updating my 2016 iPad pro, and the Air4 just seems like a better choice for me after watching your video. It's cheaper, and would be a lot faster than what I have. Thanks for the review, and keep up the great work.
moths ago i was sure imma get the pro and now i'm rethinking that decision-
The only good thing of the pro is the bigger screen which is important for drawing
@@Danielxm ram , display, refresh rate , Lidar senzor, panoramic camera. :)
@@Danielxm 120hz is what ipad pro have.
@@sileniu which one are you saying is better? This or the pro?
@@Danielxm they meant the pro is better...
Best thing : the way introduced screen protector for advertisement 😂😂
I had to buy a new iPad Pro recently and your channel really helped with the choice as I was hesitating between that and the iPad Air 4. Now, I also added a Paperlike protection screen but I still find it too smooth compared to the screen protector I used on my previous iPad Pro. I can't remember the brand as it's been a while since I bought it. Would you consider doing a comparison video on screen protectors at some point? That would also be really helpful.
About the pencil 2, for once I was really annoyed with Apple for forcing us to buy a new, very expensive pencil, when the old one still works fine. And while I agree that it's cool that it clicks on magnetically, one major drawback is that it's difficult to use a pencil holder. I have tendinitis and the new pencil is really painful to hold after a few minutes. I solved the problem by making a custom, slide-on holder, but that's really a silly move considering how many artists use these and invariably end up injuring their tendons as a work hazard.
Hey Brad, thanks for this video! I pre ordered a sky blue iPad for myself with an apple pencil 2. I've been watching all your iPad reviews since early this year. I was aiming to get the entry level first but I couldn't get past the non laminated screen and an old A10 chip, so I decided to wait for the iPad air with its new design! Thank you so much and please make more awesome content!!
Hello Brad! After I watch your video, now I'm confuse to buy iPad Air 4 or iPad 9th Gen. Please enlighten me which one should I buy :')
My goals is to buy Pro but my budget is not enough. So I decide to buy between iPad Air 4 and iPad 9th Gen...
I don't understand why the new iPad Air 4 is so hyped and even called the “iPad Pro Killer”. If 64 GB is not enough for you, you have to go straight to 256 GB because 128 GB is not available on the iPad Air. Then the gap between iPad Pro and iPad Air is just 50 €, and even if 64GB is enough, the price difference is 200 €. But you can sell it for a higher selling price if you decide to sell it and then you will get a price difference of 100 € or less. Then you get the following advantages:
-120 Hz instead of just 60 Hz
-Face ID instead of Touch ID
-an additional ultra wide angle camera
-Lidar scanner
-600 nits maximum brightness instead of 500 nits
-better processor
-higher selling price if you sell the iPad used
- thinner display bezels
- better speakers
-etc.
And you forgot a Big one
4GPU vs 8GPUs
I liked this review until I found out an iPad Pro from 2017 outperforms the new iPad air4....
Dealbreaker.
@@MrJonathansb Yes I know this but I thought that when i say better Provessor than it´s enough.
Name one person who takes photos on their ipad like just buy and iphone there's no need to take photos on a iPad like the thing is so big and bulky
@@Kraursis very much people scan documents with their iPad
No 120hz refresh is my deal breaker. And it’s smaller. But it is a great deal if you’re not used to it.
It’s the ram for me
It’s 0.1 inches smaller than the 11 inch..
hell yes brad! been waiting since the release announcement for the iPad, im looking to buy one by christmas time for school! awesome vids too!
also, can someone tell me if 4 gigs of ram is enough?
@@aidanmackinnon9461 more than enough for me
Aidan MacKinnon now, it is. But in a few years (4-5 years), it won’t. It depends on how much time do you wanna keep it. If you want it for more than 5 years, get the Pro.
As an artist who's never owned any kind of computerised drawing gadget such as an ipad I was considering getting one (to replace my old 2011 Macbook Pro, at least for now) , either the new regular ipad, the new ipad air or the ipad pro 11". But now after seeing the larger 12.9", wow so much more space to draw yet not so portable, so another choosing dilemma!
As always, very reliable review. Watching you drawing, I get how it works a lot better than the benchmark people.
I am going to buy within a day or two. I am going for the Pro 11 inch variant. The 12.9 feels way too bigger in hand. Not going for the Air because of the 60Hz refresh rate. So using the pencil would be a better experience on the Pro.
Brad sir please make a review on xp pen deco 1 V2 asking for so long
Yea you are really asking for so long
Yea
I am the first to dislike
Yea
I have a MacBook Air M1 that I use for most of my productivity tasks and work stuff, but I really want an iPad Air for content consumption, some drawing, reading, taking notes, surfing the web, media streaming and playing some games. Nothing too heavy duty. Is 64gb enough? I can’t really afford the 256. I also have lots of cloud storage.
Hello Brad! Great Review. One question tho, how much of a downside is the 60 Hz display for drawing? Im an architect student and would like to buy it mainly for sketching. Keep up the good work , cheers.
I bought an iPad Pro a week before they announced the air 4-
You still getting a substantially better device. The screen is slightly bigger higher res and 120hz, you get that 2gb of extra RAM, and if you got the base model, that’s still double the storage. You also have Face ID, Lidar might come in handy.
The only thing that the air has above the pro, is the colour choice and that’s subjective, and that processor seems to be better in something, but worse in other things, but looking at the performance of the base model, no one will notice it.
Me too....
Why pro is better: Face ID, LiDAR, Ultrawide camera,120hz promotion, third-generation A12Z bionic, 12.9 inch and 11 inch, 600 nits brighter screen, and 128gb instead of 64 as starting storage. iPad Pro is better speaking pure power and force, and air has better value bc you get a ton with $599
@Tech J 37 yes, it had 6gb ram instead of 4gb on the air
you guys saved my day! I almost felt like I just wasted all this money for the pro :/
I would absolutely love the air if it wasn't for the size and ram. I really don't use the camera in my ipad pro but oh well
I would love it if it would have had more RAM or if it would have started at 128 GB but now I think it’s way too expensive for 64 GB. I’ll definitely get an iPad when my surface pro dies though
same i really don’t as well but i do love my ipad pro it’s feels very good or drawing but I don’t use my lidar or cameras why I didn’t pick up the iPhone 12 as well
I have a 10.5 2017 pro and as pretty as the air 4 is I feel like if I upgrade then I have to go up a size. Wish the pros had the pretty colors
@@Carla-watches yes that’s the one thing I wish as well but I’m not really a fan of this years colours they are like a very little pastel colours apparently sometimes I don’t even look like the colour you have really catch in the right light to see it
@@Carla-watches I think the 11 we will fine I have the 11
will there be a video on the galaxy s8 tablet soon??
Great review as always Brad! Another reason to go with the Pro instead of the Air for me is screen size. The iPad Air only has one size available (10.9") but if they had a 12.9" then I'd seriously consider making the switch down the road to save some money but for now, still loving my 12.9" Pro!
Great review, thank you!
I have 2 questions :
- Would iPad Air 4 be enough for me ?
- Would 64 Go be enough for me ? (I don't want to really do more than Procreate)
I would like to buy an iPad to start drawing illustrations with Procreate (but I'm not an illustrator). I mostly want to try doing non very detailled illustrations to print on t-shirts, mugs... And maybe more in the future.
That’s what I am looking for as well. Buy an external hard drive to save your work and any clipart and it will work fine.
Do you think 64 GB is enough? Will it affect performance at all? I have had the iPad mini 5 with 256 GB for almost 3 years now, and I'm still only using 52 GB of storage. I mainly use it for procreate and garage band. I'm fairly certain I'll be able to maintain only using around 50GB (I dont like digital clutter and clear stuff out regularly). But because it would be so close to full capacity, would it affect how the iPad works?
Do you think the air 4 would be enough for me for drawing? It's a lot of money to commit to this.
Thanks so much for this breakdown of the new Air!! One comment: I seem to have read somewhere, that although there is more ram in the new Air (compared to the old one), apps like Procreate cannot effectively use all 4GB of ram - or something to that extent. Have you heard anything about that?
is 64 gb enough for drawing and general use
For drawinf 100% and decent for other uses
The new ipad air it's pretty dope but I think that every one need more that 64gb, insted of 64 you are going to pay for the 256gb and that's going to be 750$ or something like that.
My point is that for 50$ more you get the ipad pro, is something that some people need to keep in mind
It's a $150 dollar difference, it definitely is more worth it but even then, some people probably would just want a cheaper one with no difference except the storage like me, I'm not saying your wrong you have a point but the price difference is a big factor in what people will choose
@@crybaby4501 especially factoring in the pencil price
I ordered mine the other day, just waiting for the release in Australia this Saturday. This is my entry into the drawing scene, something I've wanted to do for ages but always found the iPad Pro to be too expensive to justify buying it just for drawing, so when the Air got announced I was pretty excited when I saw the price! Awesome videos too, been watching lots of your videos over the last week to learn the basics of everything
Tyler, yo también he estado muchos meses viendo muchos vídeos de Brad para hacerme una idea de cual es el Ipad apropiado para trabajar con procreate. Al principio estaba casi decidido por el Ipad 8th generación, pero ahora, y tras ver este análisis de Brad sobre el nuevo Ipad Air 4 th 2020... pues ya he decidido... ipad air 4th con 64 gigas de almacenamiento para trabajar masivamente con procreate.
Un saludo desde Elche (Alicante) Spain.
@@rivesman67 yeah it’s just a amazing option considering the price. And hey from Australia! Had to translate your comments since I can only read/write English haha
@@tylernelson711 Tyler, yo también, he tenido que traducir (Translate) gran herramienta (great tool). Un saludo te mando a Australia. Bueno, aquí seguimos, mirando review del nuevo ipad air 4. Aunque yo ya he tomado la decisión de comprarlo en fechas muy próximas.
@@rivesman67 yeah I’ve definitely ordered mine already, picking it up tomorrow from the Apple store. Got mine in sky blue
Do you find that the lack of pro motion on the air makes a big difference when sketching on screen?
I really hope i can buy it next year. I’ll be working part time during semester break and save for this ipad. It will be a great help for my studies!
Hey brad why are you not doing veikk tablet reviews?
Ps: love your content
I've never heard of vevik
@@Honey-tb7is Oof
i think he meant veikk
@@kupeearts8765 I still don't know what veikk is
Thx for the likes
This was great! I just bought an iPad Air(4) and it’s my first iPad! I am still waiting for it to arrive- but I was curious to see what I’d gotten myself into- and was wondering about a screen protector like the paper lite- and the Apple Pencil. Thanks for this review!
Oh gosh I bought this ipad last week and i am so hype i have been waiting for this review
You'll love it!
@@thebradcolbow im looking forward to it!!
I found this to be so helpful. I am currently using a first gen ipad pro, huge and heavy. Forever I have been wanting a smaller lighter version that wouldn't cost me sooo much. Seeing as I only using it for drawing and reading this might be the best fit.
YAY! Finally, the review I have been waiting for!
For me personally I'd choose the Pro just for the larger model (if I had the cash) more than likely though I'll end up getting this one though in maybe a year of something. I bought an iPad air 3 last year, gonna get my moneys worth out of that.
Brad is on a roll this week!! keep em coming!
Have to wait till November to get my hands on my iPad Air 4 (Green) in India
Can't wait to unbox my first Apple product :)
Did you got student discount
@@francodaring617 Yes !!
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7:11 are you drawing Jonny Greenwood from Radiohead?!
Happy to see an artist perspective on the new iPad. I'm not sure if I should get the iPad Pro 2018 o the new iPad Air. I thought the 60vs120hz would be a big deal but you say is kind of overated. I'm leaning towards the Air because i can buy it new, hope i don't run out of layers on pro create like you said. I'm thinking about doing realistic illustrations with lots of layers, hope 4gb is enough x)
I'm actually saving up for one sure it'll take forever but then my procreate dreams will come true, ofc I'd get the pencil next
Edit: once I get a job this process will go way faster, I'm young turning 14 soon
Im a fairly poor freelance comic artist from south east asia, in 2016, i managed to earn enough money and bought the 2015 ipad pro. Its still in excellent condition and I still use it now. I exclusively use CSP for drawing comics/manga. My old 4 gb RAM ipad pro starts to lag when I reach 50 plus layers on a page. Im liking this ipad air but that 6gb RAM is giving me concern.
Anyone saving like me for this same ipad air 4? I just dont know what color to takeee im hesistating a lot with green, sky blue and rose gold 😭
Brad brad brad brad the iPads should come with artist gloves
This review just made me purchase the iPad Air 4. 😂 Thanks, Brad! Awesome content! 🔥💯
Annd after reading your comments on a couple of videos I'm here finally watching your take on the iPad Air
Awesome video as usual
Would really like to see an iPad buying guide from your Brad!
Cheers! Stay home stay healthy! 👍🏼
When I saw the title, I thought it was a giveaway 😂
Saying the A14 is two generations ahead of the A12Z is a bit misleading. The A12Z is just a name. It came out in 2020, so the Pro is only a generation behind.
Other: Awww wish i have that ipaddd!!!!!
Me: Wish i could draw like that☹️☹️☹️😭😭😭
You can, work on it, there are a lot of free resources online
@@kherve4255 Could you please share some sources if you could?
@@aadarsh3587 I've started using drawabox. You might find it helpful
@@aadarsh3587 ua-cam.com/users/DrawingArtAcademy
you can start here, then go to what interests you most but a good base in art is key, the rest is work and repetition
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I think people don't really get how nice 120hz pro-motion is, it just makes scrolling and using the tablet straight up amazing and feel more smooth that just having a 15% faster single core cpu
Thanks for reminding me to charge the pencil 😄
I currently use the ipad air 3 that I've owned for a year and a half and it works great. But I do eventually want to upgrade to an iPad pro for the video editing and the USB type c connection. I use procreate and clipstudio all the time without any problems. I did however, had one little problem with my device as the mother board did burn out after the first 6 months and I had to get it replaced.
I’ve been waiting for this!! 🥰
I hope someone replays this , Do you'll think this is good for occasionally sketching? I'm a tattoo artist and I always draw on paper but I occasionally do logos and stencils for my tattoos , I don't spend that much time drawing
I’ve the new Air on order. It will be interesting to see if I notice any difference between it and my Gen 3 Air.
I have Air 3 myself. You will get 10.9", Liquid Retina, A14, 12MP, USB C, Magic Keyboard Compatible, Speakers Landscape, Modern Desing, WiFi-6, etc. The only downside is 64GB, I guess it was a marketing decision. The issue comes when you decide to get the 256 GB for $749 but for $50 more you can choice the Pro 2020 11"..... peace
I bought the air in blue,a pencil, a paperlike protector, and all your procreate classes. Friday will be fun.
i sell art prints but I’m on a budget, hopefully this is the right choice for me
Ive been considering changing my 2017 pro to this but the concousion is always that im still broke af
You can try to sell your iPad pro 2017 if u can and save for the new one
The Pro was always too much for me, but the new Air looks like a great deal!
Is it possible to draw on iPad, save files in Creative Cloud, and continue working/edit files on Surface Pro and vice versa?
Brad: ipad air 4 is so good!
My wallet: don't you fooking dare
This is a great review! I already preordered my iPad Air and will do an unboxing, I'm so excited for it, this will be my first screen tablet 😊
I'm not team ipad but I was really looking forward to this review
Is there any ipad air 4 vs samsung galaxy tab s6 lite/s7?
I mean it'd help me a lot to choose which one's best to buy for drawings, and get me out of dilemma and confusion.😔
Samsung's tab s6 lite is comparable to the ipad 8th gen. i think both brands and the models you mentioned are great. it comes down to what software you'll use. some people bought ipad for procreate.
or you want to choose based on the ecosystem (iOS or android). both brands produced great tablets to use nonetheless
@@artemizz8708 I've got the product I wanted actually. Thank you! :)
6gb vs 4gb ram: less app reload, promotion vs 60 hz, no face id, 128gb vs 64gb. I think this worth the higher price.
Yeah I agree. It makes sense that there is that difference in price. With that said, I hope we see an a14 iPad Pro sooner rather than later.
@@thebradcolbow A14X with micro-LED hopefully ;)
And quad vs dual speakers
I just returned the air yesterday. At high res for procreate I could only get 7 layers whereas with the iPad Pro I exchanged it for I now get 27. Huge difference.
i’m so sick of drawing on my iphone with a crappy diy pencil, i want this ipad so much.. but i’m broke :(
Sameeee I hate it
Pencil and paper will always have your back!
I just bought my pro on my phone bill for 2 years 😂😂😂
I had the ipad but I don't have a pencil
Is iPad Air 4th Gen better then the iPad mini 6th Gen for drawing?
Thanks for this review :) No...no way. For me much much better the iPad Pro. 6Gb ram, 1Tb storage, 120Hz refresh, stereo speaker, more powerful GPU. Much larger screen.
This iPad Air (here in Europe) costs too much compared to a brand new 2020 Pro and also to a refurbished 2018 Pro
It might seem like A14 is better than A12 just because the number is higher but the ipad pro 2020 uses an A12Z which has better performance in multi-core and graphics processing. However, as you say, for an average consumer this will not matter. I think I will go with the pro for the refresh rate. I tried it in the Apple store and it looks super smooth also for scrolling websites.
Odd. Didn't see this in my recommended till today. Maybe I've been too much in the Hololive void, but hey... Finally the Air review I've been waiting fore!
4GB Ram, is sad news though, not quite worth its asking price. But glad someone finally informing its ram amount.
I know exactly what you will say next!!
*This video is sponsored by paperlike*
Well, since you said in other vids that the screen protector does change the colours a bit...and the viewing..not sure I would want it. Might be nice to have disposable ones that you can use, then take off when doing other things on the pad. I do happen to like the tip on the Samsung device which does not slide about like the apple pen. Apple would have been smart to have different tips for its pen! Also, this is a really great pad, but again, not as vivid as the Samsung s7+ tablet? And the memory size does matter...another bonus for Android. Yes, I know it does not have pro create, however, there are so many apps out there that are also pretty nice! And free (pro create is almost free however). I guess if you are ONLY doing art on the tab, ipad is the way to go, but if you do a lot more than that, I would probably prefer a device for the money that was far more versatile and visually stunning. Apple still falls short on that score. Too bad! And it is WAY way way more expensive in other countries. Perhaps not in the States, but here in Canada it is HUNDREDS more...your Ipad pro for 100 for the middle memory one..is more than 1300 here, NOT including pen, cover...so with it being well over 2 g....ummmmmm......maybe not so worth all that cash these days! And if you want all the memory they decide you can have, well, wow...over 4 grand... I think we may have to see some true price drops (gasp) in tech due to the fact that how many in the near future will be able to actually pay for one??? Good luck is all I can say with the job losses and the virus is not done yet...! Spend your money very wisely. I really do not like the memory hold out. I am glad you could tell me what the ram was, as I could not find it! What is it for the IPAD pro now?? No idea. If you can switch out cards, etc, you can build and do a lot more. Your ram and refresh rates here really are key for future uses. And yes, I can tell the difference between 60 and 120. And most programs are already gearing up for the 8 ram size and not less than (unless you have really simple art set ups)...games, arts, videos etc. are memory hungry and growing more so every day. Even Windows 10 says to use 8 ram as a preferred usage level....! Whoa. They are moving so fast in the industry I am finding that you really need to max out any device you purchase to help keep it for more than 3 years!! Apple LOVES to control that, so to max it out you need to get the top pad which here would costs over 2 grand. ($1800 plus $235 for cover plus $170 for the pen) And you can't even get it on line...out of stock. Having said all that, I do love the charm of using the pads or android for that matter. The hand device really is a delight. (How can you tell I am from the BRICK era) But, one really has to look at what you really use it for and how serious your art is (like do you have a JOB doing this ...and yes, I do...BUT I still have to pay for such a device!) So it gets rather difficult deciding. I was really happy to hear that what you use every day and why, so that to me is a deciding factor coming from one pro to another. Sort of...LOL To be honest, money plays a huge part in everyone's life. Especially these days. Cheers!! And I LOVE your vids. Keep up the great work!
Is it just me or does the iPad insipre a new generation of artists?
Definitely
The only issue with the iPad Air is the storage really. Procreate gulps up around 32 gigs + OS with another 10-15, and you already find yourself uploading everything to the cloud if you have other apps on it :/
128 gigs option would be a godsent.
I hope I only have money. Because I have difficulty drawing on my Android phone. I hope my dad is still alive so that someone can support my digital art works .. No one even supports my traditional art without buying. so I just decided to use and draw on my broken android phone...... Hahahaha 😂
Mine is coming in the mail soon, I just wanted to know, from what I’ve have come to understand there’s a built in art app? I just wanted to know if it was good or should I get a different app like procreate?
Great review! I am very happy that you shared this video! I respect you. Very great. I support you very much.
Can You Tell The Best Free App On Android Tablets To Start With Digital Art Plz Can You Tell I am interested in digital art because of you you are my idol person
I just ordered my ipad air and it arrives in 2 weeks! Was gonna order the paperlike with Brad's link but I thought his affiliate link gave us a discount? Kinda disappointed there.. I'll definitely be buying it though. It took so long to save up for an ipad that I cannot break it or damage it in any way
I bought the 2020 12.9 iPad Pro, I need the extra big screen, and the 6 go ram is really good, also the processor is amazing.
Ipad Air 4 or samsung s7 plus? What would you choose? Thank u guys and Brad
Just ordered mine today!