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Apple iPad (2018) - 5.0 / 5

A design that doesn’t change  

  • Measures: 240 x 169.5 x 7.5mm Weighs: 478g

Now with Pencil support

  • Same Pencil as before Works in same way as Pro models Third-party styluses will be cheaper

Performance, screen, and camera 

  • A10 processor No ProMotion or True Tone No Smart Connectors

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iOS 11.3, iWork and apps 

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How much does the new iPad cost?

  • Student discounts start at $299 for US schools and around £299 for UK schools Consumer prices start at $329 in the US, £319 in the UK

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iPad (2018) vs iPad Pro 10.5

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To recap

This iPad retains the same design as the 2017 release but adds an important new feature: Pencil support. While Apple is happy for anyone to buy the new tablet, it’s clear there is a strong focus on education and what a bevy of these coming to the classroom can mean.