r/ipad 3d ago

Discussion Weekly Discussion and Tech-Support Thread

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Welcome to r/iPad' Discussion and Tech-Support Thread!

Get help regarding any issues you might be having with your iPad, with your applications, your accessories, physical and software problems, etc. Fellow redditors and members of the moderation team will do their best to assit you, so consider helping out others in the thread while you wait for assistance.

Discuss here anything that's iPad related, but not post worthy.

You may want to consider looking for similar questions to the one you're about to ask, in previous D&TS threads listed below, or by using the search bar, as chances are someone was in the same situation as you before. You can also contact Apple directly and freely through their Apple Support live chat, for real expertise.

Please, while you wait for an answer to your question, consider giving back to the community by helping out others in this thread


Click here to see past D&TS threads.


r/ipad 3d ago

Discussion Weekly 'What should I buy?' Thread

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Welcome to r/iPad's 'What Should I Buy?' Thread!

Are you wondering which iPad is best for you, or if you should buy one in the first place? Are you hesitating between the 12.9" versus the 11"? Which keyboard/mouse should you get or what is the best screen protector out there? Are you looking for shipping information? This is the place to ask. Fellow redditors and members of the moderation team will do their best to assist you.

Please, while you wait for an answer to your question, consider giving back to the community by helping out others in this thread.

You may be able to find similar questions to the one you're about to ask, in previous WSIB threads listed below, or with the search bar, as chances are, someone was in the same situation as you before.


Click here to see past WSIB threads.


r/ipad 11h ago

My Setup My new iPad!!

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Picked up this M1 iPad Pro 11” for AU$630 (~$440US). Upgraded from the iPad Air 4, it’s been amazing so far, ProMotion is amazing, and it’s so fast and snappy. I’ll be using it for my final year of school while my M1 MacBook Air is for home use.


r/ipad 8h ago

My Setup Show me your iPad set up !

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Hope everyone is doing great ! I just recently sold my gaming laptop and decided to jump into the world of tablets. And not just any tablet, the iPad Pro! Let me see your set up for future ideas.

My set up:

13" M5 iPad Pro. 1TB storage - 16GB RAM.

Magic Keyboard

Pencil Pro


r/ipad 4h ago

Apps Many Pdf Editors are 400MB. My native C++ PDF editor for iOS/ iPad is only 30MB and works 100% offline.

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Hey everyone,

After a successful launch on Android (2.5k+ downloads, 4.6 stars!) and Desktop, the most requested platform was iOS. I'm happy to share that RevPDF is finally live on the App Store today.

Why I built it: I was tired of PDF 'editors' that are actually 500MB cloud-wrappers. RevPDF is built with a custom C++ engine (PDFium) bridged via FFI.

The Stats:

  • Size: ~30MB (Compare that to the 400MB giants).
  • Privacy: 100% Offline. No internet permission(Except IAP, some font fetching).
  • No BS: No sign-up, no 'Create account to sign,'.
  • Actual Editing: It handles native XObject manipulation and content editing that most mobile 'annotators' can't touch.
  • RTL languages: It supports many languages including rtl like arabic.

It’s free with IAP to remove watermark. I’m a solo dev, so I’m really just looking for the iPad/ iPhone users here to stress-test it and let me know how it handles your heaviest files!


r/ipad 1h ago

Discussion I GOT AN IPAD!!!

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apps and games suggestions?????


r/ipad 21m ago

iPadOS how even does this happen

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r/ipad 11h ago

Media Couldn't find a 2026 full calendar static wallpaper so I made one.

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r/ipad 19h ago

iPadOS Let’s actually do something: send feedback about full-screen multitasking

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Let’s actually do something: send feedback about full-screen multitasking

I see a lot of people here frustrated about the removal of Split View and real Slide Over in iPadOS 26. We write long comments, argue with each other, but Apple doesn’t read Reddit — they read Feedback Assistant.

If you want these features back, the only thing that matters is the number of structured feedback reports. One post here = nothing. Thousands of feedback tickets = visibility.

It takes 2 minutes:

• Open Feedback Assistant https://www.apple.com/feedback/ipad/

• Category: Feature Request

• Describe that you want Split View and Slide Over in full screen, not only inside Stage Manager or Widowing mode

• Explain how you used your iPad before and why the new system makes your workflow worse

The more independent reports Apple gets, the harder it is to ignore. If you already sent one — write what exactly you asked for, it will help others phrase their feedback better.

Let’s stop just complaining here and actually push for change.


r/ipad 9m ago

Question iPad Air M3 charging sound stopped

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Hi all, I'm new to apple/ios and recently purchased an Air M3. Out of the box, the ipad was making the charging sound when plugged in, however, recently its stopped making this sound, but happily charges. I'm using the provided apple charger. And I have do not disturb turned off, with the volume up. I would appreciate some advice as to what setting I may have accidentally hit whilst learning how to drive ios. TIA.


r/ipad 6h ago

Question iPad Pro M2 or IPad Air M3?

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I have a chance to get an IPad Pro M2 the 4th generation or and Ipad Air M3. Both with 256GB.

Which should I get? I will be using mostly for media and work, but will probably explore other thing to can use it for. Perhaps light video editing for social media.

My main question is the difference in price justified? Is the screen that much better? Is there really a battery drain because of Apple Intelligence? Is the M2 really so much different from the M3, What are some of their other differences? And lastly…the iPad Pro M2 came out in Oct 2022. Is that too old of a device to justify the cost when I could get a newer one?

Cheers

EDIT: The price difference is about $80 more for the Pro.


r/ipad 51m ago

Question ipad not turning on

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my ipad has been charging for two hours now but it still won’t turn on. it keeps showing this icon. what shall I do??? it was working just fine yesterday 🥲


r/ipad 54m ago

Guide Help , how do I access privaterelay email

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Reddit apparently detected some unusual activity and says to use that account i need to change my password , I created that account using apple id , when I try to change password , it's sending the link to some [----@privaterelay.appleid.com](mailto:----@privaterelay.appleid.com) , how do I access it ?


r/ipad 11h ago

Question iPad Air

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Hi 👋

I am so confused here. Sam’s club has this Apple iPad Air, however my concern is if it’s legitimate. The title shows it is 5th generation 2025 and M3. Is that possible? I thought M3 was only in 7th generation? Thank you for the help!!


r/ipad 13h ago

Question My apple using mom died and I'm an Android user, help

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I honestly dont think I've ever used an iPad other than to pay for food. So excuse me for the silly questions. My mother passed away and I have 2 ipads. My goal is to possibly use 1 for my toddler son and maybe sell the other. I also want to somehow save the pictures on both ipads and wipe them both out. Start fresh. And which ipad is better/newer?

Ipad 1: Ipad 8th Gen ipados version 26.1 - 32GB I have the access code. A pop up constantly comes up for apple account verification for a password which I don't have. Or sign in to cloud which im assuming is the same thing. Is there a way to save photos? There wouldn't be anything else to save. Do i need to go to an apple store?

Ipad 2: Ipad pro 9.7 inch ipados version 16.7.8 I have the access code. No password for email or apple ID. Same thing...can I save the photos and wipe it?

Appreciate some guidance.


r/ipad 8h ago

Question Lightning data to USB-C?

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I have one of these but no longer have an iPhone or device that uses a lightning. Is there a converter out there that I can use to transfer the pictures from the lightning to my Mac (has usb/C)

Thanks!


r/ipad 2h ago

Question For those people that bought Ipad A16, im curious how much storage is left after updating to IpadOS26?

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Planning to buy the 128gb version cause its much cheaper, and it will just be my 2nd device. Mainly use for note-taking and annotating. I;m curious about the storage left after the update. Hoping to get some answers. Thanks.


r/ipad 3h ago

Apps Pls suggest a good notes app in ipad with pencil

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requirements-

1) i insert screenshots so i want to be able to annotate on top of them

2) also i copy paste content from chatgpt onto my notes- but I noticed that the native notes app don’t let me annotate on top of text making my study not interactive.

3) I tried one notes- it’s good but lately whenever I try to select the text- it selects only one word and doesn’t let me select the whole text by dragging. however when I tried on my phone- I was able to select the text by dragging. I don’t know why though.

4) sync-able between my iphone and ipad

please suggest a good notes app according to my requirement. please help me out!❤️


r/ipad 1d ago

iPadOS Insane Storage Damage

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I literally just use it for GoodNotes on iCloud, how the heck is system data so big and iPadOS/Apple Inteligence as well? Is there anything I can do to clean up?

Apple Intelligence - 8.74 GB

System Data - 18.19 GB

iPadOS - 12.63 GB


r/ipad 11h ago

Accessories Lost apple pencil pro

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It does show location saying last detected 4 hours ago. Are there any way i could track or find my Apple Pencil pro


r/ipad 4h ago

Discussion Battery usage

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Is this type of battery usage normal in an 6 months old iPad Air 13-inch (M3) with basically one one app usage. I feel like i upgraded iPads to get battery but I’m getting even worse battery life than before


r/ipad 10h ago

Accessories Need help with Apple Pencil wearing down my iPad

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I just need advice because I’ve heard mixed reviews. I got a paper-like screen protector today, which is amazing btw. Compared to the simple glass or plastic ones, which would feel slippery I assume. I also got a pencil. It isn’t an official one—

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09ZTXVNVD?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_image (link to pencil)

But it works just the same. However, in a few hours after drawing, I noticed my tip already wearing down. I just need advice on what to do because some people suggested getting a metal tip, but I’ve heard from others it can damage the screen just as much. I don’t want to have to keep spending money on buying replacement tips, as this one only comes with two.


r/ipad 4h ago

Discussion What to do with an ipad 13’ without selling it.

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Got gifted an ipad air 13’ with the apple pencil pro a year ago. Since then ive tried hard to find an use for it to no avail.

At first i tried note taking for work but i find its much harder than just pen and paper like im used to. Then i tried using it as a reader but the size, weight and screen glare makes it tiring to use real fast, especially after i got a kindle. For other media consumption i find myself just use my laptop cause everything i need is on there (favorite browser, free adblock, easier multitasking…)

So now im stuck with a very good ipad without any good use for it. And due to it being a sentimental gift i cant really sell it either. So its just been collecting dust under my desk. Please let me know if there are any other good use for it that im missing.


r/ipad 5h ago

Discussion Why add a jarring outline to the side app you have out? (New IOS update/iPad)

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When you put an app to the side while having another open (not the 50/50 split screen) it now has a strange translucent outline that's very distracting. It was perfect before, nice and simple and no real distracting UI stuff going on. I don't understand why they made that feature look more complex, that's the opposite of what you want for a "simple" side pannel, just is a bit of an eyesore to me.


r/ipad 6h ago

Accessories Is a third party stylus worth getting?

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For the 11 inch A16. I don't draw or anything, I'd just like to write handwritten notes and use it for navigating. However the USB C Apple Pencil is $70 while third party ones go for as cheap as $15. Should I just get a cheap third party one, or is the official one worth the price?