Apple's $349 iPad 11 is missing a lot, but it's still all the iPad most people need
Briefly

Apple's latest iPad iteration, the 11th-generation model, feels underwhelming, appearing almost identical to its predecessor. Despite its basic design and lack of support for some accessories, it effectively serves as an affordable, internet-connected device tailored for simple uses such as reading and streaming. The review highlights the contrast between this entry-level iPad and its pricier counterparts, indicating that, for standard tasks, users won't notice much difference in usage. In essence, while the device may not boast cutting-edge features, it remains a functional choice for consumption-based activities.
"There’s nothing exciting or even particularly interesting about this tablet. The design is recycled from 2022's 10th-generation iPad, which was itself a lower-rent version of the 2020 iPad Air design."
"For all that, this is still probably the purest expression of what the iPad is: a cheap Internet-connected screen for reading and watching things."
"The more expensive iPads are nice, but I don't end up using them much differently from how I use this bare-bones tablet."
Read at Ars Technica
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