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Quote from your link : After using the the 1TB model for 24 hours and switching back to the base model, the differences in using the higher spec version feel marginal in day-to-day use, and are not substantial enough to me to warrant spending the extra 600, so the 1TB model was returned
Costco's 13-inch M4 iPad Pro deal stands out for its unusually low price on the 256GB Wi-Fi + Cellular model, with the 512GB version only $100 more. The 13-inch OLED screen, thin-and-light design, Face ID, and strong performance make it appealing for media, creative work, and laptop-style use with a keyboard. The main tradeoffs are the 8GB RAM in the 256GB and 512GB models, iPadOS limits for file handling and desktop apps, and the fact that cellular may go unused for some buyers. It is a compelling value if the larger screen and extra storage matter more than the software compromises.
Illustrators and other storage-heavy creatives who keep large files locally, because the 512GB and 1TB options are repeatedly treated as the smarter long-term choice.
Tablet multitaskers who want a bright OLED screen, because the display is smoother for scrolling and video and the 13-inch size gives more room for work apps.
Travelers who need built-in GPS and occasional hotspot independence, because cellular adds location support and avoids relying on throttled overseas tethering.
Buyers who dislike reflective or special-care screens, because nano-texture cuts reflections but also lowers display quality and needs a special cloth.
If you can spend the extra $100, the 512GB model is often the better buy because it doubles storage and may have faster storage, while the 256GB model is enough for lighter storage needs. The 512GB version is priced at $999.99 in this deal.
It can replace a laptop for many people, especially with a Magic Keyboard, but iPadOS is still limiting for file management and desktop-style workflows. It works best if you want a touchscreen device for browsing, office work, media, and app-based tasks rather than a full laptop substitute.
Yes, the 13-inch M4 is praised for being very thin and light while giving you more of the OLED display area. The screen is described as brighter, more color accurate, and smoother for scrolling and video, which is a major reason to choose it over smaller or older models.
Yes. The 13-inch 256GB Wi‑Fi + Cellular model is $899.99, while the 13-inch 256GB Wi‑Fi-only model is listed at $999, so the cellular version saves $100. The cellular model also includes built-in GPS even if you never activate a plan.
No. Only the 1TB M4 iPad Pro has 16GB of RAM; the 256GB and 512GB models are the lower-RAM versions. The 512GB model is still widely viewed as the better value because it adds storage for only $100 more.
You gotta be insane in the membrane to spend 900+ on a tablet lmao
Let's be real — the people buying these already blew $700+ on an iPad Air. At this point, the insanity isn't just baked in… it's the chef's signature dish!
Meanwhile, my first-gen 2016 iPad Pro is still running like a champ, while the two base 8th-gen iPads with cellular I bought in 2020 can't even install the latest iPadOS and crawl slower than a sloth on vacation. Pros are indeed built solid .
I just bought the base 11" M5 iPad pro for $899 from best buy. I chose the M5 base for the 12GB RAM. I have until end of January for price adjustment or return. This deal is just average, 8GB of RAM and the fact that this is a 1.5 year old model.
I just bought the base 11" M5 iPad pro for $899 from best buy. I chose the M5 base for the 12GB RAM. I have until end of January for price adjustment or return. This deal is just average, 8GB of RAM and the fact that this is a 1.5 year old model.
I mean if all you care about is ram then you made the right choice. The M5 has faster storage, charging, WIFI 7 and Bluetooth 6.
I just bought the base 11" M5 iPad pro for $899 from best buy. I chose the M5 base for the 12GB RAM. I have until end of January for price adjustment or return. This deal is just average, 8GB of RAM and the fact that this is a 1.5 year old model.
I mean if all you care about is ram then you made the right choice. The M5 has faster storage, charging, WIFI 7 and Bluetooth 6.
Out of all the things you mentioned, a "normal" user would probably realize the benefits of 12GB of RAM sooner than they would WiFi 7 or BT 6 by a long shot. Faster charging could be realized immediately but the benefit is not that substantial.
Let's be real — the people buying these already blew $700+ on an iPad Air. At this point, the insanity isn't just baked in… it's the chef's signature dish!
Meanwhile, my first-gen 2016 iPad Pro is still running like a champ, while the two base 8th-gen iPads with cellular I bought in 2020 can't even install the latest iPadOS and crawl slower than a sloth on vacation. Pros are indeed built solid .
That is not my experience with the old iPad Pro. I am replacing a 2nd gen 13" pro with this slick deal. The old one is really showing its age- basic web browsing is slow and buggy. Still usable but heck it's 7 years old now. We got a ton of use out of it.
This 13 inch made a breakthrough in weight reduction to feel more like the original, but bigger.
That's what people don't like. They are all as light as a feather, but carrying something as big as a MacBook is a problem.
this isn't my opinion, I'm just saying what I have read from a lot of others who tried both. I don't think weight is an issue,
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Costco's 13-inch M4 iPad Pro deal stands out for its unusually low price on the 256GB Wi-Fi + Cellular model, with the 512GB version only $100 more. The 13-inch OLED screen, thin-and-light design, Face ID, and strong performance make it appealing for media, creative work, and laptop-style use with a keyboard. The main tradeoffs are the 8GB RAM in the 256GB and 512GB models, iPadOS limits for file handling and desktop apps, and the fact that cellular may go unused for some buyers. It is a compelling value if the larger screen and extra storage matter more than the software compromises.
Illustrators and other storage-heavy creatives who keep large files locally, because the 512GB and 1TB options are repeatedly treated as the smarter long-term choice.
Tablet multitaskers who want a bright OLED screen, because the display is smoother for scrolling and video and the 13-inch size gives more room for work apps.
People replacing an aging iPad Pro, because the hardware stays usable for years and the newer model feels much lighter and more capable.
Travelers who need built-in GPS and occasional hotspot independence, because cellular adds location support and avoids relying on throttled overseas tethering.
Laptop-replacement shoppers who need desktop-style file management, because iPadOS can feel limiting and make everyday tasks harder.
Buyers who dislike reflective or special-care screens, because nano-texture cuts reflections but also lowers display quality and needs a special cloth.
Heavy dongle users who constantly plug and unplug accessories, because the single USB-C port can be a sensitive failure point.
People who want the cheapest possible tablet and rarely store much, because 256GB is enough for light use and the extra storage may go unused.
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Meanwhile, my first-gen 2016 iPad Pro is still running like a champ, while the two base 8th-gen iPads with cellular I bought in 2020 can't even install the latest iPadOS and crawl slower than a sloth on vacation. Pros are indeed built solid .
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Meanwhile, my first-gen 2016 iPad Pro is still running like a champ, while the two base 8th-gen iPads with cellular I bought in 2020 can't even install the latest iPadOS and crawl slower than a sloth on vacation. Pros are indeed built solid .
This 13 inch made a breakthrough in weight reduction to feel more like the original, but bigger.
this isn't my opinion, I'm just saying what I have read from a lot of others who tried both. I don't think weight is an issue,
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