iPad Air 4th generation (2020) review
iPad Air 4th generation (2020) is a lot more expensive and more pro compared to its predecessor. What has changed in the iPad Air?
iPad Air 4th generation (2020) predecessor came powerful and affordable for most users. It was one of the best for most phone users, despite its relatively poor audio and dated design.
We have seen Apple come out with different models that always astound us. Sometimes, a model may disappoint, and the next model will cancel our disappointment.
The 4th-generation model brought in more changes and snazzy new accessories. If you have no reason to use iPad Air, may be this model can change your mind.
We have listed some of the things that make this iPad a must-buy. Here are some of the things you should know about the iPad Air 4th generation (2020).
What to know about iPad Air 4th generation (2020)
Technical Specifications
Screen: 10.9in 2360×1640 resolution at 264 ppi
CPU: A14 Bionic with Neural Engine
Storage: 64GB/256GB
Camera: 12MP wide, ƒ/1.8 aperture rear; 7MP, ƒ/2.2 aperture front
Operating system: Apple iPadOS 14
Dimensions: 247.6×178.5×6.1mm; 458g (cellular 460g)
Pros
iPad Air 4th generation (2020) has a vastly improved design.
It is almost unreasonably powerful.
The USB-C is for charging and accessories.
Cons
Speaker set-up weird in portrait.
There is no ProMotion.
It has a limited storage options.
iPad Air 4th generation (2020) , from the front looks like an 11in iPad Pro. Its bezel is a touch larger and do not grip. It shares dimensions with an existing iPad.
The iPad’s flat edges are not sharp and are tiring when you hold. These make it feel properly solid and good in the hand.
It is not very heavy for long touchscreen sessions. It has one camera that is a 12MP wide and no ultra wide or LiDAR around the back. It offers more color options.
It comes with silver, space grey, rose gold, sky blue, and green color options. The bezel is even in the iPad and helps the unit feel like a no-distraction ‘blank canvas.’
The display size is bumped from 10.5in (2224×1668) to 10.9in (2360×1640). The screen is bright and clear with better viewing angles.
iPad Air 4th generation (2020) True Tone adapts for lighting situations and P3 wife color ensures it is ideal for creative tasks.
It comes with an anti-reflective coating, and does not become a mirror in bright conditions. However, it comes with no ProMotion.
The iPad Air 4th generation (2020) has a fully landscape set-up unlike the third-generation iPad Air’s speakers, which were on the same edge as its home button.
The 4th generation’s speakers are loud and sometimes provide better clarity when you use less bass.
Amazing features of iPad Air 4th generation (2020)
iPad Air 4th generation (2020) comes with the A14 Bionic, which is a 40% CPU enhancement over its predecessor and a 30% boost to the GPU.
The Ipad’s raw single-core performance is better than any iPad on the market. However, it does come with less RAM than an iPad Pro (4GB versus 6GB.
It does not come with Face ID, but integrates Touch ID into its power button. The Touch ID is very responsive.
Like the iPad Pro, iPad Air 4th generation (2020) features USB-C, which is great for storage to cameras and compatibility with a range of accessories.
The 64GB entry capacity may not be huge and 256GB is the largest for this iPad. It cannot be expanded. For those who want to use it for media-intensive creative projects, they should buy with care.
The 12MP front camera will shoot 4K video. Apple has made it open that the iPad Air 4th generation (2020)
front camera features better low-light performance.
However, it lacks the portrait mode abilities from the iPad Pro TrueDepth camera. The iPadOS 14’s make for more productive workflow.
The display is spacious enough for usable Split View
Verdict
When we say that iPad Air 4th generation (2020) is the best, its features and design makes stronger argument for it.
The iPad is expensive, but the audio output in portrait did not do justice to it. However, the raw power, the mix of refined design, and accessories support are major draws for the iPad.
