Apple iPad 6th Gen (9.7-inch, 2018)

1035 reviews

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1035 reviews of Apple iPad 6th Gen (9.7-inch, 2018). The average rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. People really like the size and screen. The price and usability are also mentioned favorably, but many are less positive about the connectivity.

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Expert review by (engadget.com)

Apple iPad review (2018): A little better, a little less competition

Once again, Apple has squeezed a bunch of components from past iOS devices -- the processor from the iPhone 7, the Pencil-friendly touch sensor from the first iPad Pro -- into a familiar body. While that might not sound terribly exciting, it all comes...

Great performance for the price ; Apple Pencil support ; Lots of excellent tablet apps

Classic design is getting old ; Still thicker than other iPads ; May be pricey for schools

Chris is Engadget's senior mobile editor and moonlights as a professional moment ruiner. His early years were spent taking apart Sega consoles and writing awful fan fiction. That passion for electronics and words would eventually lead him to covering...

Apr, 2018

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Expert review by : Jeremy Kaplan (digitaltrends.com)

Apple iPad (2018) hands-on preview

Apple's new iPad is more powerful and brings Pencil support, and a bevy of software initiatives and app improvements show emphasis on education.

Lots of education-focused initiatives ; Good hardware, slick software ; Affordable ; More control for teachers ; Support for Pencil

Design hasn’t changed

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Expert review by : Scott Stein (cnet.com)

The iPad for everyone

There isn't much new about Apple's newest entry-level iPad. But it's a better value than ever.

The 2018 entry-level iPad supports the Apple Pencil for art work and annotation, and adds a faster A10 processor. iOS continues to offer the best overall selection of free and paid apps on affordable tablets.

Lacks the bigger, better screen, quad speakers and Smart Connector found on pricier iPad Pros. The Pencil, case and keyboard add-ons will bring the price up to laptop level.

The 2018 entry-level iPad doesn't add much, but it makes an already excellent tablet a better buy than ever.

Apr, 2018

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Expert review by : Sascha Segan (pcmag.com)

Apple iPad (2018)

The same price as last year's model but now with Apple Pencil support, the sixth-generation iPad is the best midrange tablet choice for most people. But it's still less practical than Chromebooks for most schools.

Terrific performance for the price. Elegant, high-quality apps. Supports Apple Pencil.

Neither rugged nor waterproof. Keyboard and Pencil accessories increase the price.

Who's buying this iPad? If you're a traditional tablet user looking to play games, watch or create videos, or draw, this iPad is a worthy upgrade over the previous model. It's a terrific family companion and more capable than any Android or Windows...

Apr, 2018

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Expert review by : Laptop Mag (laptopmag.com)

Apple iPad 9.7-inch (2018)

Fast A10 Fusion performance; Works with Apple Pencil; Fun augmented-reality apps; Good battery life ; Thick bezels; Apple Pencil, keyboard and cover all cost extra ; The new 9.7-inch iPad provides plenty of power, long battery life and Apple Pencil...

Thick bezels; Apple Pencil, keyboard and cover all cost extra ; The new 9.7-inch iPad provides plenty of power, long battery life and Apple Pencil support, all for a fairly affordable price, even if this slate is not a Chromebook killer.

The new 9.7-inch iPad provides plenty of power, long battery life and Apple Pencil support, all for a fairly affordable price, even if this slate is not a Chromebook killer.

Jun, 2019

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Expert review by : John Velasco (phonearena.com)

Apple iPad (2018) Review

The 6th generation iPad – also known as the 2018-edition or the new 9.7-inch iPad – follows its predecessor in familiar fashion with an irresistible starting price of $329 for consumers. But given the stagnant nature of the tablet market, can the new...

Solid build quality for its price ; Exceptional processing performance ; Supports Apple Pencil ; Diverse app ecosystem ; Long battery life ; Great bang for the buck deal at $329

Camera's performance is predictably poor under low light ; Side-by-side view doesn't support two third-party apps ; Obnoxiously long battery recharge time

Apr, 2018

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Expert review by (zdnet.com)

Apple iPad (2018) review: The best gets even better

Four years ago, my daughter would come home from school and tell me all about the games and applications she used at school that day. Apps that taught her numbers and letters, then later math and how to read. As my two younger kids started going to...

Apple Pencil support ; The price is right ; Solid performance and battery life

Lack of Smart Connector is disappointing

Apr, 2018

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Expert review by : Mikael Hansen (lbtechreviews.com)

Review: IPad 9.7″ 2018 (6th Generation) | An Easy Upgrade iPad 9.7″ 2018 (6th generation)

Apple adds pencil-support to its regular iPad.

The best iPad based on price. Pencil support is no longer limited to the Pro edition.

The speakers don’t play particularly well, and there’s no smart connection to the keyboard cover.

Sep, 2020

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Expert review by : Hans-Georg Kluge (androidpit.com)

Apple iPad (2018) review: Still outperforms every Android tablet

Apple's new 2018 version of the iPad poses a question: what can Android do to compete in the tablet universe? Powerful performance and a sophisticated app ecosystem might be a good way to start. In our review, the new iPad proves to be the perfect...

Strong performance ; High-quality apps

Display isn't exceptional ; Slow fingerprint reader

Apple advertises the iPad as a computer. The iPad’s performance values don’t make this sound completely absurd. The device is mobile, the battery lasts long and the app universe is impressive in terms of its quality and larger selection. The cheap iPad...

Apr, 2018

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Expert review by : Sachin Bahal (TheCanadianTechie)

iPad 9.7 (2018) Review

Even since the introduction of the iPad back in 2010, Apple touted the device as a great device for consumption. Whether it was apps or games to watching movies and TV shows, the iPad was great for all of that. But now, Apple is reshaping what the iPad...

Apple Pencil Support ; Lots of apps, including a great selection of AR apps ; Great battery life ; iOS 11 really shines on the iPad

Touch ID sensor is a bit slow ; Design needs an update ; Slightly pricey for schools (even with discount)

Overall, the new iPad is a solid device but it may seem pricey especially for schools when a Chromebook could be had for the same cost or much less than the new iPad and can do more. Apple does offer discounts for schools for the iPad and Apple Pencil...

Apr, 2018