Apple iPad Air 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra

Great for upgrading from an older model or those new to the iPad line
Supports the second-gen Apple Pencil
Unique combination of Touch ID and slim bezels
USB-C port and Wi-Fi 6 for easier connectivity
Runs apps smoothly and can handle multitasking with ease
Great 14.6-inch OLED display
S-Pen included
Dex mode for laptop-like functionality
Pairs with Samsung S21 Ultra for calls and texts
Ideal for viewing PDFs and working with Excel spreadsheets
Not compatible with older Apple Pencils
No headphone jack
No expandable storage
Not the most lightweight tablet
Battery life could be better
No headphone jack

Verdict

The Apple iPad Air 5 is a great choice for those looking to upgrade from an older model or those new to the iPad line. It supports the second-gen Apple Pencil and has a unique combination of Touch ID and slim bezels, with the fingerprint sensor moved to the top button. It also has a USB-C port and Wi-Fi 6 for easier connectivity. It runs apps smoothly and can handle multitasking with ease. It is a great device that will not reach its performance bottleneck for many years.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is a great choice for those looking for a tablet to use for both school and content consumption. It has a large 14.6-inch OLED display, an S-Pen, and comes with Dex mode for laptop-like functionality. It also pairs with the Samsung S21 Ultra, allowing users to make and receive calls and texts from the tablet. It is a great choice for those who need to view PDFs and work with Excel spreadsheets.

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