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00:00Apple's iPad is undoubtedly one of the most popular tablets on the market right now.
00:06There are several different models to choose from.
00:08Still, Apple provides an abundance of choice here, and with so many different versions,
00:13and nearly annual updates, it can be tricky to know which one is the best to get.
00:18So in this video, we've composed a brief consumer guide and reviewed the top 5 best
00:22iPads you can buy right now.
00:24For more information on the products, we've included links in the description box down
00:28below.
00:29Let's get started.
00:422021 iPad mini 6th generation.
00:46The iPad mini 6 marks a change in focus for Apple's small-screen tablet, going from an
00:51entry-level tablet to a premium powerhouse with a redesign to match.
00:56Apple's recent update to the mini brought it current with the company's new flat-edge
01:00design, a USB-C port for charging and data transfer, and support for the second-generation
01:05Apple Pencil.
01:07It's powered by the A15 Bionic processor, as found in Apple's iPhone 13 handsets.
01:13The A15 Bionic chip delivers powerful performance and blazing-fast graphics.
01:18And with all-day battery life, the iPad mini is always ready for any task or project.
01:24It can choose from 64GB or 256GB storage options, depending on the room you need for apps, music,
01:31movies, and more.
01:32And the display size was increased from 7.9 inches to 8.3 inches.
01:37By removing the home button and putting Touch ID in the top button, the overall size of
01:42the mini actually decreased.
01:45We think this is the ideal size for reading comfortably one-handed, and it's great if
01:49you want something to pop in your bag when commuting.
01:52It's small, but still a fair bit bigger than your phone, and it's perfect for watching
01:56videos or viewing photo albums when handheld.
01:59Overall, the iPad mini 6 is much better-looking, more powerful, and more versatile than its
02:05predecessor, and the portable nature will appeal to many, you just need to decide whether
02:10the price increase is worth it for your needs.
02:172022 iPad 10th Generation
02:21Apple's tried-and-true tablet, the base model iPad, is arguably the best value in the group.
02:26You get the same features as the more expensive Pro and Air models in a lightweight form factor,
02:31with a 10.9-inch liquid retina display, with True Tone, and thinner bezels than the previous
02:37generation.
02:38There's an updated design, support for new accessories, and a bunch of new features trickled
02:42down from the more premium offerings.
02:45It's said to be Apple's best bang for your buck tablet, despite a hefty price hike.
02:49There's a 10.9-inch liquid retina display that stretches to the device's edge.
02:54The display comes in at 2360x1640 resolution, nearly 4 million pixels, 500 nits of brightness,
03:01and Apple's True Tone technology.
03:03And Apple has also ditched the home button.
03:06A 14-bionic chipset from the iPhone 12 Pro series, paired with 64GB or 256GB storage
03:13options, for happy snappers, new to this model of iPad is a 12-megapixel ultra-wide landscape
03:20camera, with a 122-degree field of view that supports the center stage.
03:25The iPad remains the best all-around tablet that Apple offers, and it'll likely remain
03:29that way with all its bells and whistles upgrades.
03:32Overall, this iPad 10th gen still offers value for money, despite a price increase, and remains
03:38a powerful tablet without forking out for the extra features that come with the Pro.
03:462022 iPad Pro 11-inch.
03:52We don't think most users need the sheer power of the iPad Pro models, especially with the
03:57most recent updates to the Air model above, but if you're looking for something that can
04:01deal with the most intensive computing jobs, you'll want to consider the Pro tablets, which
04:06were updated in 2022 to add the speedy and efficient Apple M.2 chip.
04:11That's the same processor used in the most recent MacBook Air and MacBook Pro.
04:15Perhaps you're after an iPad that can manage more intensive video and photo editing, or
04:20design and animation?
04:22If you know you'll be pushing the tablet to its limits, or you're buying this as a gift
04:26for someone who will, you may want to pick this over the iPad Air, because it can be
04:30upgraded with far more storage space, up to a vast 2TB.
04:34This 11-inch model has a smoother and brighter display, with a slightly higher resolution
04:39than the mid-range Air, which makes the interface feel more fluid and refined.
04:43It's a proper rival to a laptop that supports all the same accessories as the Air, including
04:48the latest Apple Pencil, Magic Keyboard, and Smart Keyboard Folio.
04:53When it comes to the other improvements, this one has a better speaker system, a second
04:57rear camera and flash, and facial recognition to unlock the device rather than a fingerprint
05:03sensor.
05:062022 iPad Air 5th Generation
05:12The iPad Air 5 continues to be the sweet spot in Apple's tablet collection, offering more
05:17similarities to the premium iPad Pro 11 than ever, without a dramatic price increase.
05:23Released in 2022, the 5th generation iPad Air offers a bright 10.9-inch Liquid Retina
05:29display with a resolution of 2360x1640 pixels, providing buttery smooth performance at up
05:36to 120Hz refresh rate.
05:39Extremely fast performance, thanks to its M1 processor, with 8GB of RAM and 64 or 256GB
05:47of storage to play with.
05:49With a modern design with even bezels around the screen, overall build quality feels premium,
05:55presenting an anodized aluminum body that feels smooth to the touch, and also excellent speakers.
06:00With 2nd generation Apple Pencil, iPad Air transforms into an immersive drawing canvas
06:06and the world's best note-taking device.
06:08Magic Keyboard features a great typing experience and a built-in trackpad, while doubling as
06:13a protective cover for iPad.
06:16Overall, the iPad Air is the model for those who want to use the tablet for work and play,
06:21without big sacrifices in performance or features.
06:252022 iPad Pro 6th Generation Powerful enough to handle labor-intensive tasks,
06:35like video editing and gaming on the go, Apple's iPad Pro is one of the best tablets on the
06:40market.
06:41The tablet has a gigantic 12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with a resolution of 2732x2048
06:49pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate.
06:53The display showcases deep contrast levels and bright and breezy colors without verging
06:58on over-saturated.
06:59The 2022 iPad Pro packs the company's M.2 chip.
07:04As such, it should come as no surprise that the new tablet outperforms its predecessor.
07:10That massively powerful chipset is paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage.
07:17It's a perfect match for productivity, such as video editing, photo editing, or gaming.
07:23The camera setup remains largely unchanged compared to the previous generation of iPad
07:27Pro.
07:28That said, you're looking at the same main 12-megapixel snapper alongside a 10-megapixel
07:33ultrawide and a LiDAR sensor for rapid autofocus and improved AR 3D scanning capabilities,
07:40with the latter arguably being one of the main uses for the camera on the tablet.
07:44Also, the front-facing 12-megapixel is arguably more useful.
07:49Overall, the iPad Pro 6th generation is a fit for casual users and creators alike, but
07:54the latter will benefit from improved performance, a great camera setup, and an ultra-portable
07:59design.