Testseek.com have collected 217 expert reviews of the Apple iPad 4 9.7 inch and the average rating is 87%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Apple iPad 4 9.7 inch.
February 2013
(87%)
217 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(71%)
38 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Beautiful Screen
Great performance
Light weight
Tremendous amount of thirdparty software
Display is still best-in-class
Apps launch faster and smoother than ever
App ecosystem is unrivaled
It's an iPad
Only faster
Retina display is still sharp and nice to look at
Expanded LTE coverage a real benefit to international users
FaceTime HD is a nice improvement
Beautiful Retina display
Best tablet app ecosystem
Powerful processing and graphics performance
Blazing fast dual-band Wi-Fi
Fantastic build
Improved camera
Amazing screen
4G welcome addition
The newest iPad's faster A6X processor adds extra system speed and graphics power. Improved worldwide cellular compatibility makes the LTE model a more appealing proposition. And the iOS App Store remains best in class
With the widest selection
There is no faster tablet for web browsing
Gaming
And media playback
Battery life is impeccable with up to 10hours of continuous use
The Retina display is gorgeous
And provides excellent colors and brightness
No tablet can compete when it comes to a
Upgrades to processor and Wi-Fi technology meaningfully boost performance
A technologically small but clear improvement upon early 2012’s impressive third-generation iPad
Featuring the same screen and rear camera
Coupled with a faster processor and improved front camera. Will eventually benefit from doubling of both CPU a
Premium construction
Impressively detailed and accurate Retina Display
High caliber performance
Above average battery life
Exemplary workmanship and choice of material
Fast WLAN module
High CPU and GPU performance
Good display with stable viewing angles
Very long battery life
Extensive list of optional accessories
The editors didn't like
Not a huge difference between it and iPad 3
No expandable memory
IOS is lacking some features
Lightning ecosystem is relatively small
Still pricey with LTE
Even with the new 12W charger
Still takes ages to top up the 43 Whr battery
Still quite thick and heavy compared to other tablet options
No built-in USB or HDMI connectors
Or SD card slots (though Apple will happily charge you $29 extra if you want th
Sluggish Siri performance
IOS still not as flexible as other OS's
4G doesn't support multiple bands
Minor upgrade
The fourth-gen iPad is otherwise identical to its recent predecessor -- same size
Weight
And Retina screen. It's heavy to hold in one hand
And most older accessories won't work without investing in a pricey Lightning adapter
For iPad 3 owners
It's a tough buy
Media playback capability is limited due to one rearfacing speaker and the 4
3 display
Pricing for higher capacity models is outrageously expensive
Lightning adapter (for older accessories) costs extra
Still no SD or MicroSD slot
New Lightning connector means some old accessories won't work here
Switch to Lightning port currently offers nearly zero benefit to consumers
While considerably increasing both the cost of and need for new accessories. Continues to require longer recharging time than pre-Retina iPads when used with its own charger
Not much of a serious upgrade to the iPad 3
Not very slim and light for a high-end tablet
Buyer will need to pay extra for LTE and 3G modules
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Faster graphics processor, better frontfacing camera, UKcompatible 4G connectivity and that same design we know and love.
This is the latest gadget from Apple to switch to the Lightning connector, making existing chargers and speakers incompatible
Same design, same weight, same display – this is a tweak to the existing iPad, which it has replaced, rather than an all-new machine. Not worth upgrading to unless you want the 4G speeds, but a great place to start if you don't have an iPad....
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Retina display, A6X processor, Lightning connector, battery life, better Wi-Fi, 4G EE support
Heavy, big, mobile data support is £100 premium
The iPad 4 represents quite a modest improvement. Although it certainly is faster, iPad 3 owners are probably not going to feel the need to spend another £400. That said, if you're a first-time buyer, what are you waiting for - this is the best iPad ye...
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Published: 2012-11-02, Author: Chris , review by: reviewed.com
After kicking the tires on the fourth iteration of the iPad, it's easy to see that, although it's an incremental update, the newest iPad is the best one of the bunch. Not only does the new processor make the experience much more rewarding, but the Lightni...
A6X chip delivers even more speed, 4Gcompatible in the UK, Bestinclass app selection
Still feels heavy to hold in one hand, Lightning port means older chargers and accessories won't work
The fourth-generation iPad with retina display introduces a faster A6X processor, 4G in the UK and the Lightning connector dock. These are minor tweaks, but secure the iPad's spot at the top of the tablet heap, even if there are now much cheaper altern...
Published: 2012-10-31, Author: Sophie , review by: stuff.tv
Sublime display, Stylish and well built, iOS glides along
A bit chunky next to some of its competitors, Not a radical departure from the iPad 3
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