Student-Friendly Features of the new iPad Pro

Available in both 11-inch and 13-inch varieties, the iPad Pro is poised to handle even the most demanding academic tasks with a host of advanced features, including:

• Multitasking Capabilities: With iPadOS, you can utilise features like Split View and Slide Over to run multiple apps simultaneously. This is perfect for researching while writing papers, allowing you to keep your browser open in one window and a word processor in another.
• Apple Pencil Compatibility: The new Apple Pencil Pro provides pixel-perfect precision and low latency, which makes it ideal for taking handwritten notes during lectures or drawing diagrams. Features like double-tap for tool switching and the ability to preview the touch point (Apple Pencil hover) make this accessory incredibly intuitive and efficient.
• Powerful Performance with M4 Chip: The M4 chip's advanced performance cores and efficiency cores handle demanding academic applications with ease. Whether it's running simulation software for engineering or video editing for media studies, the iPad Pro ensures seamless operation without lag.
• Enhanced Display for Visual Learning: The Ultra Retina XDR display on the 13-inch model and the Liquid Retina display on the 11-inch model provide stunning visuals with high brightness and true-to-life colours. This is especially useful for art and other subjects requiring visual precision, where accurate colour representation is crucial.
• Advanced Camera and LiDAR for AR Learning: The 12MP Ultra Wide front camera with Centre Stage ensures you stay in the frame during video calls, perfect for remote learning and group study sessions. Plus, the LiDAR Scanner enhances AR experiences, allowing students to engage with 3D models in subjects like architecture and anatomy.
• Portability and Connectivity: With its lightweight design and extended battery life, the iPad Pro is easy to carry around campus. The USB-C port supports Thunderbolt 3 and USB 4, offering high-speed data transfer and improved connectivity to external displays and storage devices, enabling students to easily access and store large files like research papers and multimedia projects.
• Magic Keyboard Compatibility: The Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro provides a comfortable typing experience with backlit keys and trackpad, great for writing essays, coding, and even taking online exams.
• Extensive App Ecosystem: The App Store offers a vast array of educational apps tailored for various subjects. Apps like Pages and Keynote for creating documents and presentations, or specialised apps for coding and music composition, help students excel in their studies by providing all the necessary tools in one device.
• Built for Apple Intelligence: Apple Intelligence is the personal intelligence system that helps you write, express yourself and get things done effortlessly. With groundbreaking privacy protections, it gives you peace of mind that no-one else can access your data — not even Apple.*

Student-Friendly Features of the new iPad Air

Available in perfectly portable 11-inch and 13-inch models, the iPad Air is a cost-effective option for students who need high performance without the high-end investment. Tailored to enhance the academic experience for students, this device offers:

• Portability and Display: The iPad Air’s Liquid Retina display with anti-reflective coating and True Tone technology ensures clear and sharp text in all lighting conditions, making it perfect for studying both indoors and outdoors.
• Versatile Performance: Powered by the M2 chip, the iPad Air delivers excellent performance for a range of tasks, from running complex educational apps to working on creative projects. Whether you’re designing and rendering 3D creations in SketchUp or editing videos in iMovie, the iPad Air provides the power and efficiency you need.
• Enhanced AI Capabilities: The iPad Air features a 16-core Neural Engine, delivering 40% faster performance than the M1 making tasks like Visual Look Up and Live Text capture more efficient. Take advantage of AI-driven note-taking in Goodnotes 6 and one-tap photo enhancement in Photomator, streamlining your study and creative process.
• Stage Manager for Improved Multitasking: The unique Stage Manager feature allows you to overlap and resize app windows, organising study materials and projects to your liking.
• Accessory Compatibility: The iPad Air offers many of the integrations of the iPad Pro, such as Magic Keyboard and compatibility with both the original Apple Pencil and Apple Pencil 2nd generation, making it a solid choice for students who need a versatile device for typing, note-taking and creative tasks.
• Camera Quality and Connectivity: Mirroring the talents of the iPad Pro, the iPad Air’s 12MP Ultra Wide Front camera with Centre Stage is ideal for staying engaged during virtual classes, automatically keeping you centred in the frame during video calls. Complementing this, its Wi-Fi 6E and 5G capabilities ensure fast and stable internet, making online collaboration seamless and efficient.
• Built for Apple Intelligence: Apple Intelligence is the personal intelligence system that helps you write, express yourself and get things done effortlessly. With groundbreaking privacy protections, it gives you peace of mind that no-one else can access your data — not even Apple.*

Choosing the right iPad for your Academic Journey

Choosing between the iPad Pro and the iPad Air depends largely on your specific academic needs and how you plan to use your device.

If you require a device that can handle the most demanding tasks, the iPad Pro is a compelling option. Its M4 chip delivers top-tier performance for a range of activities like 3D modelling, video editing, and high-end gaming. With the larger 13-inch model featuring an Ultra Retina XDR display with exceptional brightness and dynamic range, it’s an ideal choice for visual content creation.

On the other hand, the iPad Air still offers robust performance suitable for a wide array of everyday tasks and creative applications. It’s a great choice for students who need a versatile and portable device for note-taking, document editing, and drawing, at a more budget-friendly price point.

Ultimately, your choice between the iPad Pro and iPad Air should align with your academic goals, preferred study habits, and the specific tasks you plan on doing.

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*Apple Intelligence is available in beta on iPad mini (A17 Pro) and iPad models with M1 and later, with Siri and device language set to English (Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK or US), as an iPadOS 18 update. Additional features and languages will be available in April, with more languages coming over the course of the year. Languages supported in 2025 include Chinese, English (India, Singapore), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish and Vietnamese.