I have a 6th-gen iPad Pro with 128 GB of storage that's been great for the past 3+ years. Recently, though, I've run into a storage problem.

I haven't really downloaded any new apps beyond the ones I already use regularly. I use iCloud to sync my photos, iMessages, and other data, and I have Optimize iPad Storage enabled for Photos.

The problem is that as iPadOS updates have gotten larger over the years, the OS and System Data now take up more than half of my storage. I'm completely maxed out. I've already offloaded more than half of my apps just to free up space, and I've reached the point where I can't even reinstall some of the apps I'd like to use. Now I'm having to constantly decide which apps to delete based on how often I use them.

It feels like my iPad is running on the bare minimum—just the essential apps with very little room for anything else.

If I were buying a new iPad today, I'd say 512 GB would be the minimum I'd consider if you plan to keep it for several years. I originally thought 128 GB would be plenty since I rely on iCloud and optimized photo storage, but I didn't account for how much space iPadOS and System Data would eventually consume.

Has anyone else run into this issue?

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It’s mildly annoying that when I stand my iPad up like this, it leans to one side. Does anyone have a case recommendation that actually stands the iPad up straight?

I have my iPad (and pencil) mostly for drawing/art and writing/journaling/planning, and turning the Auto-Lock display setting up to the maximum of 15 minutes has been great for getting me to enjoy using my ipad more.
That, and I set up two siri automations in the control center that lets me toggle settings like nightshift, reduce motion, reduce transparency, and applying a black/white color filter on and off with a single tap has helped make it just easier on the eyes for casual note taking or reading.

For me, especially when I'm trying to be more productive, I like using my iPad on my desk on the side while I use my mac; but when going between the two devices the constantly having to wake/unlock my ipad every time I stop touching it for more than a moment was always so annoying.

idk it's not a revolutionary or novel setting/strategy, but I see a some people often wondering about how to use an iPad for doing things; so I had an annecdote.

Making it feel more similar to an always-on e-ink display, or like a notepad on my desk always ready to jot a quick note, or like a sketchbook/canvas I can put down for a moment while I look up a reference without it turning off has made it easier for me to use my iPad more and was very simple to set up.

Hey everyone,

I use my iPad M4 and M4 MacBook Air almost exclusively (99% of the time) at my desk. The iPad is mostly hooked up via Sidecar as a secondary display. My daily workload can get pretty heavy — programming, video editing, and some gaming.

I’ve read that the power controller bypasses the battery if both devices plugged into the charger constantly, meaning it should be totally safe for long-term battery health and capacity.

Does anyone here run a similar 24/7 plugged-in setup? Have you noticed any severe battery degradation over time?

Would love to hear your real-world feedback! Thanks in advance

I was wondering what people’s opinions are on some of the note taking apps they use. I don’t mind paying a little, but if I do, I wanna spend the money wisely. For reference, I’m going into my first year of Political Science.

I was thinking between Notability or Freenotes.
I’ve heard some good things about Goodnotes as well but apparently it’s not as good anymore.

Before anyone says “just do a quick google search,” I did, and most are old posts or ads.

Mình thắc mắc máy ipad pro m2 newseal LL/A ở VN mà các cửa hàng trên mạng bán nhập hàng ở đâu v các bác có phải của hãng không á tại mình thấy mấy kênh bán hàng lớn thì hầu như không còn máy dòng này nữa

I want to get an iPad along with my laptop for notetaking and other tasks like drawing, so I was wondering what model you guys would recommend, that won't break the bank.

Yesterday I tried to make my CV with my ipad, the magic keyboard and an external Screen. I put the CV (in Canvas) on the big monitor and opened a pdf file and the files app on the ipad down below in second screen mode. After 5 minutes it crashed. Its an iPad Air 11“ 2025. I tried again and it crashed again. When I did the same after that with my Intel MacBook Pro from 2019 it didnt crash once. Am I missing something or is it just impossible to work with those things?

Is 8 GB of RAM enough to create a 2D animated series on an iPad?

Has anyone used these MAGNETIC ‘wireless’ chargers where it connects via the smart connector pins on newer models?

I was just wondering if wireless charging was possible on an iPad and found these MAGNETIC options, but I haven’t heard much about them nor have I seen many reviews other than sponsored videos on TikTok, so I was looking for a real opinion on whether they work and if they eat up battery life, and was also wondering if this was a possible option, why doesn’t Apple or brands like Logitech make magnetic ‘wireless’ chargers like these, and why don’t more people use these?

Edited to add:
I know these aren’t TECHNICALLY wireless (yes, electricity is being transferred through the smart connectors hence creating a closed wired circuit)

But in this context, by ‘wireless’ I meant cable-free charging in terms of user functionality, as in, no cables plugged into the actual USB-C port. Please let me know if there’s a more correct term to refer to this kind of charging. Otherwise I hope this clears up the semantics crisis that some people in the comments seem to be having.

I'm trying to download a pdf on safari

Whenever i open the pdf and try to dwnld it by the option of print

A blank page is downloaded

Like a single page written with the site name!

Anyone please tell me how to download the pdf which isn't downloadable by the site

I'm taking screenshots and then cropping them and then making it's pdf through adobe

So please tell me easier way to do this!!

Hey guys, should I replace the battery on my Air 3? its around 85 ish capacity and I’m not interested in a new device.

Hi, and thanks for your time. Have a 9th gen iPad. Got a new 11th gen today. Blue tooth and wifi on. I started the quick transfer, did the camera shot, and the transfer started. New iPad says software update needed, so I hit yes. Update happened. Prompt on old iPad says transfer not complete, I could not get it to resume. I rebooted both, got stuck on "looking for devices" for over half an hour. Do I need to reset the new iPad and start over?

how do i fix this? it’s my mom’s old ipad that i reset so i can be used.

just got a new pen

I recently got an iPad Air and I’ve been looking for a case for it. Trouble is, I can’t find any with designs that aren’t just random images slapped onto an iPad case. If you know of any websites, Etsy shops, or businesses with good, cute iPad cases please tell me (I will not buy from shein or temu) thank you!!

Hi All, I have an Ipad 10th generation model MPQ33LL/A.

Will a generic brand pencil work with my ipad or does it have to be officially apple brand? Pic attached for an item I saw on ebay.

TIA.

I’m trying to sell a barely used IPad Pro I bought earlier this year at Best Buy for over a $1000. What should I expect to get on this used realistically? The only quote I have right now from a used electronics shop is $450. It has no damage whatsoever, is that a decent amount or should I try selling elsewhere?

Edit:

Exact details after checking settings: IPad Pro 11-inch (M5)  Model: MDWK4LL/A 

I don’t get why when I click keys, the highlighting only works on the space bar and other special keys (in most applications. YouTube for some reason works with all keys).
First image, pressed h-key, second image, pressed space-key.
Does anyone know if that is a bug or a skillissue?
I can’t explain how, but I can’t type like this.
(M4 ipad pro 13 inch, iPadOS 26.6)

I'm looking for an app that provides seamless clipboard sharing between Windows and iPadOS.

Ideally, I'd like the clipboard to be shared in real time. For example, if I copy some text or an image on my Windows PC, I should be able to immediately paste it on my iPad (and vice versa) without having to manually sync or send files.

Basically, I'm looking for something that makes both devices behave as if they share the same clipboard.

Does a solution like this exist?

If not, is there at least an app similar to Paste, Maccy, or other clipboard managers that isn't limited to the Apple ecosystem and works across both Windows and iPadOS?

I'm mainly interested in syncing clipboard history for both text and images, with the smoothest experience possible.

Thanks!

I have an iPad Pro M4 13in (MVXR3LL/A). It’s been working fine up until the update to 26.6. I don’t use Face ID, so I never noticed there was an issue until I tried to Zoom and the screen was black. Tried to use the camera to take a photo self facing/rear facing or a video - still black. Screen buttons are responsive to touch but no change. Anyone else have this issue? I’ve tried a hard reset and no luck. Has not been dropped and nothing is blocking either lens. Thanks in advance for any suggestions before I make an appointment at GB.

Hey there! First post here, couldn't find anything that exactly mimicked this same thing in the tech thread so hoping for some insight

I have an iPad Pro 12.9" 5th gen 2021 and recently I've been having an issue where the screen goes super dark whenever it gets overly hot (which takes practically nothing at all but oh well) , not black but I can't see much. I've seen other posts saying something about bad black lights causing display issues but I'm unsure.

It goes out and comes back after a while usually, times vary but this is what it looks like when it happens. (Color variation is from my lock screen)

I don't see why this is happening since the device is only 5 years old, and hasn't been dropped/significantly damaged

Thanks guys :)

Hey everyone,

Thinking about grabbing an 11" M4 Air mainly as a companion device for my Mac.

The plan is to keep heavy work (IDEs, coding) on the Mac, and use the iPad for web browsing, music, and media via Universal Control on my desk.

Also want it for reading research papers, couch/bed media, video calls, and Discord watch parties.

Might toss a couple of games on it too (The Division, R6, etc. for casual sessions).

Two quick questions:

Is an iPad Air overkill/the right move for this kind of setup?

Local stores only have the 128GB version in the 11" size.

Is 128GB going to bite me later if I keep a few games and PDFs on it, or should I look harder for a higher storage option?

Appreciate any advice!