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Apple iPad 4 Reviews
Apple iPad 4 (4G Version) Review
We were all taken aback when Apple released this fourth-generation iPad, not least because it came out at the same time as the iPad Mini, and only six months after the third-gen device had been released. Enter some angry Apple fans who had just paid out for a device that was already out of date. Having said that, this is not really a full-blown upgrade, more of a slightly tweaked model, so those third-gen owners shouldn't be too bothered. So what has changed – and is it worth upgrading? One big change has taken place under the hood, where the chip has been boosted to Apple's latest A6X processor which, Apple says, offers double the computing power of the chip in the third-gen model. Mind you, that device works so well, it's hard to really test how true this is. Our review model certainly never suffered from any lag or stuttering and managed to cope admirably with any apps, media or games that we threw at it. Of course one worry about a device that packs so much power is that the battery drains incredibly quickly.
Apple iPad with Retina Display (4th Gen, 2012) Review
This fourth-generation iPad has so much in common with the third generation released in March 2012 that we decided to forego many of the features here because we already discussed them in detail last March. Beyond the screen image, battery life and processing power, there is little that varies between the iPad 3 and iPad 4. For full details about the features not discussed in this article, please see our review of the iPad 3. Here to replace the March 2012 "new iPad" (we'll call it iPad 3), the November 2012 "iPad with Retina Display" (we'll call it iPad 4) has ushered in what appears to be a new era of planned obsolescence at Apple. Like with the MacBook Pro, the iPad 4's biggest evolutions come in the form of processing power and connectivity. It's the same aluminium body, the same 9.7-inch IPS display and the same 2048 x 1536 resolution, but the iPad 3's A5X processor has been pushed aside by the A6X, which Apple says delivers twice the punch. And just like the iPad Mini and iPhone 5, the decade-old 30-pin connector has made way for Apple's new Lightning port. The iPad 4 has the same rear camera as the iPad 3, a 5-Megapixel sensor with 1080p resolution.
Apple iPad 4 review: Marching on
Three Apple tablets in a single year. This is more than anyone asked for and yet, by some weird logic - or lack thereof, not too many for Apple to successfully sell. All fine and dandy, unless you got the iPad 3 - better luck next time if you were unfortunate enough to buy it in September. Well, so much for the new iPad. Number 4 is the new new iPad. You must've heard the one about the double positives. Did we hear some iPad 3 owners say "Yeah, right"? To be honest, they're not without a point. Anyway, the tablet market is still Apple's to lose and the least it could do is send a message to the competition. The double November release may look like a knee-jerk reaction to Google and Microsoft's raid on the slate market but the fact is that Apple has the depth to compete on two fronts. The mini against compact droids and the iPad 4 against the Surface means Cupertino is leaving nothing to chance in defending its number one spot. The fourth generation iPad is no major upgrade. It keeps the design, display and the main camera of its predecessor.
Apple iPad (4th Generation, Wi-Fi)
Now in its fourth iteration in two years, the Apple iPad continues its reign as king. The best large tablet you can buy today, the Apple iPad (4th Generation) has it all: top performance, a stellar screen, a surprisingly good camera, speedy Wi-Fi, and a breathtaking library of spectacular apps. Unlike other 10-inch tablets on the market, it's the full package, which makes it a very rare five-star product, and a slam dunk for our Editors' Choice. The fourth-generation iPad looks almost exactly like the previous model, and it's priced the same, too. There are 16, 32, and 64GB sizes in Wi-Fi-only ($499, $599, and $699) and same-size 4G LTE variants ($629, $729, and $829). If you want to be able to keep apps, movies, and music on your tablet, I advise getting at least 32GB. For this review, I tested the $699 64GB Wi-Fi-only model. Just like the second- and third-generation iPads, this tablet has a 9.7-inch screen surrounded by a black (or white) bezel, with a curved metal back, and a single Home button. Apple's magnetic Smart Cover, which was released with the iPad 2, clips on just fine. The tablet still has a sealed-in battery, and no ports other than a standard headphone jack.
Apple iPad (4th Generation, Wi-Fi)
Now in its fourth iteration in two years, the Apple iPad continues its reign as king. The best large tablet you can buy today, the Apple iPad (4th Generation) has it all: top performance, a stellar screen, a surprisingly good camera, speedy Wi-Fi, and a breathtaking library of spectacular apps. Unlike other 10-inch tablets on the market, it's the full package, which makes it a very rare five-star product, and a slam dunk for our Editors' Choice. Pricing and Physical FeaturesThe fourth-generation iPad looks almost exactly like the previous model, and it's priced the same, too. There are 16, 32, and 64GB sizes in Wi-Fi-only ($499, $599, and $699) and same-size 4G LTE variants on AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon Wireless ($629, $729, and $829). If you want to be able to keep apps, movies, and music on your tablet, I advise getting at least 32GB. The various carrier models don't work on each others' LTE networks, but the Verizon and Sprint models will work on AT&T's 3G network and T-Mobile's 2G EDGE network with the appropriate SIM card.
Apple iPad (4th Generation) Review
Apple's iPad created demand for an entirely new category of computing device, a tablet that let users intimately interact with their content, whether it's photos, videos, games or the Web. The fourth-generation iPad has the same eye-popping Retina Display as the previous model, but it's packed with power. A new A6X chip promises double the performance and graphics punch, making this a device that's ready to handle the intensive apps of today and tomorrow. Starting at $499 for 16GB ($629 for Wi-Fi plus 4G), the new iPad is fast and sleek as ever, but how does it stack up to the ever-improving competition?Click to EnlargeIf the fourth-generation iPad feels the same as the third-generation iPad, it's because this new iPad is the exact same size and weight as the previous model. Weighing 1.44 pounds and measuring 9.5 x 7.31 x 0.37 inches, the new iPad is bigger and thicker than the iPad 2 (1.34 pounds, 0.34 inches thick). Apple's general trend is to make new products lighter and smaller, but the iPad seems to have come close to its size limit, needing a large battery to power the large Retina display and powerful processor.We still love Apple's aluminum-and-glass design as much as the iPad 2 and the third-generation iPad. The fourth-generation iPad, like the previous two models, is available in both black and white.
Apple iPad 4 Review
Breaking its very own sacred routine of releasing a new iPad model every year, Apple undeniably took everyone by surprise as they not only announced one new iPad, but two at its most recent San Francisco event. Just a little over six months ago, the third-generation iPad became the Cupertino-based company's flagship tablet, as it moved the industry along its normal course by introducing us to a Retina Display ready iPad. Now in the present, it has seemingly given up its seat on the throne to the latest entrant to the market – the aptly named Apple iPad 4, which isn't necessarily a true successor. Instead, it's sporting some minor hardware upgrades, while opting to employ Apple's new Lightning dock port. Knowing all of that, will it still be something you'll want to consider when there's a new and lower priced iPad lurking about?Even though this is billed as the iPad 4, there's nothing new whatsoever with its design, build quality, and construction. In fact, it's an exact facsimile to the previous third-generation iPad, which isn't a terribly bad thing to expect per se – especially when it exudes a finish that's more premium than some of its direct competitors.
New iPad 4 review
Recommended awardThere was much umbrage at the launch of the new iPad 4, as it basically rendered the iPad 3 obsolete mere months after launch. However, with only a minor CPU and front camera change, is there really any point thinking about upgrading?iPad mini reviewThe question most people ask us when it comes to the new iPad 4 is: what's different from the old one? Or the iPad 2, for that matter? Well, in this case it's pretty easy: there's a Retina Display that makes everything looks superbly crisp, an updated A6X processor much superior performance, the same 5MP camera on the rear with a 1.3MP HD sensor on the front now to replace the VGA effort.10 best tablet PCs in the world todayOh, and the new iPad 4 is now running iOS 6 out of the box (well, it's also on the likes of the iPhone 5 and iPad mini, but hey, we've already reviewed those, and you don't really care unless it's a new iPad, do you?.)The design of the new iPad 4 isn't really anything different from the original duo from Apple's tablet range. Actually, while we're thinking about it, it looks almost identical to the iPad 2 – to the point you'd struggle to tell them apart when turned off.However, in the hand, there's a little bit of a difference, especially when it comes to the weight.
Apple iPad with retina display review
Whereas the iPhone has long had competition from Android devices, pretenders to Apple's tablet crown have taken their time in surfacing. At last, however, compelling alternatives are creeping onto the scene, with devices such as the Google Nexus 7 offering a bargain-basement price, and the Nexus 10 looking like it could offer a high-resolution, Android-powered alternative to the iPad.The tablet scene is certainly hotting up, but Apple is keeping its high-brow tablet at the forefront with a fourth-generation device that brings a powerful new processor, front-facing camera improvements and the new Lightning connector port. They're minor tweaks, but for now at least, these upgrades are enough to make this latest iPad the best iPad, and the most luxurious tablet money can buy.The iPad with retina display, as Apple is calling this version, is available to order direct from Apple now, starting at £399. The 4G version will follow in late November. If you already own an iPad, you shouldn't feel at pains to upgrade, especially if you bought the third-generation model that was released earlier this year. Practically speaking, there's not a lot the new iPad does that its predecessors can't.
iPad review (4th generation, late 2012)
Last week at an event in San Jose, Apple CEO Tim Cook introduced two new iPads. One, the iPad mini, is a legitimately new product. The other was a small upgrade to the 9.7-inch iPad, bringing a new processor and new Lightning port to the device. But Tim Cook didn't just call the latest iPad a minor, iterative upgrade, or a poorly-disguised excuse to get a Lightning port on the tablet. He called it the "fourth generation" of iPad. Cook touted faster performance thanks to a new A6X processor, with no hit to the iPad's battery life. (And yes, there's a Lightning port.) The refresh comes at a very odd time — only a few months after Apple unveiled the "new iPad," it's now the old iPad. But is the new new iPad worth envying, or upgrading for? Video Review (Note: this is our video review of the third-generation iPad from back in March — everything's still the same, except the processor's a little better and there's now a Lightning connector.) The new new iPad The answer's pretty simple, actually: it will be better, but for now it's more or less the same. The basics of the device haven't changed at all, so read our review from March for the full skinny on the 2012 iPad.
iPad Review (4th Gen): Big tablet, Bigger speed
Apple's new iPad with Retina display played a bit-role at the iPad mini launch, presenting a familiar face to the crowd and packing a potent new chipset inside. The 9.7-inch tablet has already cornered much of the market, with the late-2012 polish basically pushing the slate to the pinnacle of Apple's processor development, and outfitting it with a Lightning connector to match the iPhone 5. Read on for our full review. You have to look closely to spot the differences between the third-generation iPad and this new fourth-generation model. In fact, from all angles but the very bottom, it's the same as before: the only outward difference is that the old, 30-pin Dock Connector has been replaced with the new Lightning port as on the iPhone 5 and latest iPods. That means compatibility with new accessories moving forward, but not with any old docks or gizmos you might have already bought for previous iOS devices. iPad docks are less common than those for iPhone or iPod touch, though there are still some out there, but Apple is shifting to prioritize AirPlay for streaming audio and video and you'll need a $29 adapter if you want to use your old, 30-pin add-ons. Inside, though, it's a different matter.
Hands on: iPad 4 review (Preview)
The new iPad 4 looks nearly the same as the third-gen iPad that it's totally replacing in the lineup - it has the Lightning connector that debuted with the iPhone 5, and it's of course faster.Apple CEO Tim Cook introduces the iPad 4Apple is keeping the iPad 2 around as the $399 get-em-in-the-door option, and that's a smarter move than putting the iPad 3 on sale in its place. It will be a lot easier to upsell customers from the iPad 2's non-Retina display to the new iPad, whereas the iPad 4 isn't a must-have compared to the iPad 3 - unless you have a million Lightning cables around, and who does?Are you wondering what the iPad rival to the Nexus 7 or Kindle Fire HD is like? Check our hands on: iPad mini review to find out!In our hands-on, the 9.7-inch screen looked just as bright and bold as always, because it's ... well ... the same screen. Apple loves to tout display tech improvements, since having top-notch screens is one of the key benefits of all of Apple's gear, from the iPod touch all the way up to the Retina MacBook Pros. So it's safe to bet the new iPad 4 screen is the same on the third-gen iPad that came out in March of this year. It's got a 2048x1536 resolution, at 264 pixels per inch, and IPS technology makes it easy to see from wide angles.
Prices
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Apple iPad with Retina Display MD510E/A (16GB, Wi-Fi, Black) NEWEST VERSION | $490 | See it |
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Apple iPad 16GB Wi-Fi with Retina Display - White (4th Generation) | $499.99 | See it |
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Apple iPad 16GB Wi-Fi with Retina Display - Black (4th Generation) | $499.99 | See it |
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Apple iPad with Retina 64GB Wi-Fi, 4th Generation - Black | $659 | See it |
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Apple iPad with Retina Display MD515LL/A (64GB, Wi-Fi, White) NEWEST VERSION | $672.36 | See it |
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Apple iPad MD515LL/A 64 GB Tablet - 9.7 - Apple A6X - White - iOS 6 - LED Backlight - Slate - Multi-touch Screen 2048 x 1536 QXGA Display - Bluetooth | $689.99 | See it |
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Apple iPad with Retina Display MD512LL/A (64GB, Wi-Fi, Black) NEWEST VERSION | $692.9 | See it |
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Apple iPad with Retina Display MD515LL/A (64GB, Wi-Fi, White) NEWEST VERSION | $694.99 | See it |
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iPad with Retina display Wi-Fi 64GB - White | $699 | See it |
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iPad with Retina display Wi-Fi 64GB - Black | $699 | See it |
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Apple iPad 64GB Wi-Fi with Retina Display - White (4th Generation) | $699.99 | See it |
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Apple® iPad® with Retina Display Wi-Fi® 64GB (Black) | $699.99 | See it |
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Apple iPad 64GB Wi-Fi with Retina Display - Black (4th Generation) | $699.99 | See it |
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Apple iPad with Retina Display MD512LL/A (64GB, Wi-Fi, Black) NEWEST VERSION | $700 | See it |
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Apple 4th-Generation 16GB Wi-Fi iPad with Retina Bundle | $779.96 | See it |
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Apple 4th-Generation 16GB Wi-Fi iPad with Retina Deluxe Bundle | $819.96 | See it |
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Apple iPad 4th Generation, with Retina Display, 64GB WiFi only Black | $829 | See it |
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Factory Unlocked Apple iPad 4th Generation Wi-Fi + 4G 32 GB (White) | $834.99 | See it |
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Apple 4th-Generation 32GB Wi-Fi iPad with Retina Bundle | $879.96 | See it |
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Apple iPad 4th Generation with Retina Display - 64GB - Wi-Fi - Black - 9.7 Tablet - MD512LL/A | $889.9 | See it |
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Factory Unlocked Ipad3 64gb Black 4g | $939.99 | See it |
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Apple 4th-Generation 32GB Wi-Fi iPad with Retina Deluxe Bundle | $999.96 | See it |
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Apple iPad 4th Gen 64GB Wi-Fi with Retina Bundle | $999.96 | See it |
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Apple iPad 4th Generation with Retina Display - 64GB - Wi-Fi - White - 9.7 Tablet - MD515LL/A | $999.99 | See it |
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Apple Ipad With Retina Display - 4Th Generation - Wifi - 16 Gb - Black - New | $1042.92 | See it |
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Apple iPad 4 with Retina Display 128GB, Wi-Fi + AT&T Unlocked White ME401LL/A | $1050 | See it |
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Apple iPad 4th Gen 64GB Wi-Fi with Retina Deluxe Bundle | $1139.96 | See it |
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Apple 4th-Gen 32GB Wi-Fi + 4G AT&T iPad with Retina Bundle | $1139.96 | See it |
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Apple 4th-Gen 32GB Wi-Fi + 4G AT&T iPad with Deluxe Bundle | $1169.96 | See it |
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Apple iPad 4th Gen 64GB Wi-Fi 4G AT&T with Re tina Bundle | $1199.96 | See it |
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Apple iPad 4th Gen 64GB Wi-Fi 4G AT&T with De luxe Bundle | $1299.96 | See it |
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iPad with Retina Display - 4th generation - WiFi + Cellular - 16 GB - white - NEW | $1302.16 | See it |
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Apple Ipad With Retina Display - 4Th Generation - Wifi - 64 Gb - Black - New | $1454.18 | See it |
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Apple iPad 4 : (9.1/10)
12 expert reviews
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