@gedeonm@jonhicks I was curious about that too. Listening to Jason Snell and Myke Hurley talk about it in the latest episode of Upgrade, it sounded like the nano texture was probably best if you’re specifically using the device in bright light, but not as great if you care about picture quality in general.
@stegrainer@gedeonm I was thinking along the lines of “will it feel more like paper for drawing on?”, but considering the XDR display needs a specific microfibr cloth, I’m worried the pencil will just destroy it!
@jonhicks@gedeonm Haha yeah that was the question I asked that they answer later in the episode, but essentially it's a different treatment to the glass than the monitors. (As I understand it, the monitors have microscopic holes in them or something to make the matte effect, where the iPad screens are a glass treatment instead.)
@stegrainer@gedeonm ah, cool, so really an anti glare measure. I didn’t get on with the paperlike screen protectors as they made the screen quite grainy. Will have a listen, thanks!
@jonhicks@gedeonm I don't think the nanotexture glass on the iPad will add any feeling of paper-like texture, but I haven't tried them to say that for certain.
I really must be an outlier. I use my iPad Pro for real work all the time. I don’t feel particularly hampered by iPadOS. There are times when I’d like to easily do some things my Mac can do but in general I’ve been super happy with the iPad and its software.
I think all the hand wringing around the new iPads is about to be rendered moot at WWDC anyway. My Spidey Developer Sense is tingling.
@gedeonm I find the only thing I can't achieve on the iPad Pro is web development - run a local php webserver, setup virtual hosts, and use a web inspector.
@gedeonm For me, it’s not the OS that’s the letdown, but more that some excellent third-party software dried up or is limited (still clinging to an ancient version of Panic’s Code Editor for quick web site tweaks and Pixelmator Pro on my Mac is still more functional for designing web graphics).
Outside of those specific use cases, I agree with you entirely and enjoy the feel of iPadOS way more.
@gedeonm Same here. I use my iPad Pro for everything except app development, and I really wish that was doable too. It’s the best and most versatile computer I’ve ever owned and I’m looking forward to my new 11”!
@gedeonm Oh, and I don’t think you’re an outlier, but rather a typical user. I think all the consternation we read is from a set of people that want more — and that’s fine. But I wish they’d be better at also pointing out that these devices work really well for many, many people.
One of the biggest reasons I’m looking forward to my new iPad today is my almost 6 year old 3rd Gen iPad can’t hold a charge well any longer. I charge it to 100% and just after an hour of browsing news and watching YouTube in the AM it’s down to like 60%.
Haven’t wanted to replace the battery, just wanted a new, better iPad and now it’s finally here. Yay!! 👏👍
First impressions: Yep, it’s defiantly thin. Feels impossibly thin actually. That being said it’s difficult to feel that it’s lighter. When I hold the old and the new together it’s hard to discern which is lighter. 🤷♂️ #iPadProDay
@gedeonm Bummer. That’s the same model I’m coming from. I use the device as a comic reader a lot and I was really hoping the weight difference would be noticeable for that.
The new haptic feedback on the Apple Pencil Pro is really neat. It totally feels like you are physically squeezing a button but… there’s no button. 🥰👏 #iPadProDay
And here’s the new barrel roll and faux reflection affordance of the new Apple Pencil tool in Freeform using the highlighter tool. Very cool! ✍️ #iPadProDay
Okay using the new iPad in a darkened room and I can really really see the difference in the screen. It’s super sharp and very vibrant. No variation in brightness across the entire screen either. I’m very impressed/ happy. #iPadProDay
One odd thing I’ve discovered with the new iPad compared to my 2018 model is that the volume buttons appeared to be reversed. When I hold the iPad in landscape orientation, the right most button increases the volume and the left most button decreases it. But on my previous iPad, these functions were reversed. There must be a setting for this, but I can’t find it on 17.5. #iPadProDay
So the seems like the sound setting that controls this volume function is completely missing on the new iPad. Really strange. Guess I’ll have to re-train my muscle memory. 🤷♂️ #iPadProDay
@chrisdejabet maybe by moving the front facing camera to the landscape side Apple assumes everyone will use it in this orientation from now on? I don’t know it’s kind of annoying.
@gedeonm To be fair, it adapts with the device’s orientation. If held in portrait, the top button is volume up. In landscape it becomes left button, and does volume down. In a way, it makes a lot of sense with how we typically think of physical controls.
Okay, getting that 3% Daily Cash back from the purchase of the iPad on my Apple credit card is pretty sweet. Almost $60! There’s gotta be a catch right? 🤔👍
@gedeonm It’s so awesome. I got to enjoy similar perks a couple times in the past buying Apple hardware for my office. Alas, won’t be as often any more coz IT has now mandated Apple purchases now have to go through our Apple Business Account for tax exemption.
@nlott Onlybhad it one day so it’s difficult to really judge. My gut says yes though. I always pick the iPad up in landscape so it’s really gotta be better over time.
@gedeonm did you notice there's a fake reflection of the Pencil when you hover? It also changes when you move it around in real-time, crazy specific detail
@gedeonm Happy new iPad Pro day, my friend! But don’t forget to catchup with Doctor Who on Disney+! I’ve written a spoiler-free reaction, if you still need encouragement! 😉
@gedeonm but isn't that because you're doing art-related work? drawing, painting, etc. is one of the few areas where the iPad excels for pro workflows. I wouldn't expect it to be getting in your way there. I think you're on the happiest path and likely the iPad is the absolute best device for your work (or so it would seem?)
I don't think they're likely to help those of us who do see sharp edges, but I hold out hope that Apple might be benevolent 😃
@gedeonm I just wish I could draw on the iPad, it feels weird to me drawing on glass, but drawing is a hobby at most for me, so I probably just need to force myself to do it more
@billvinson it’s like anything else the more you do it the easier and the more used to it you get. It was weird for me at first too, but I’m way used to it now.
I once did a business trip with an ipad2. I thought what I actually needed to do, I didn't need to do photo or video editing (and wouldn't have time), so I took the risk. It felt very liberating to travel with less gear and while it was clunky moving between apps, it was fine & I had no regrets. So..people can whine and will whine. It's a tool and may not fill a given need, so use the tool that does. iPads just keep getting better, though.
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