Does it really take this long?
iPad (4th gen) Wi-Fi
Yes, you can setup your new device from a backup as long as its iOS is the same or later than the device you're restoring from:
iCloud: Restore or set up your iOS device from iCloud
If you have a computer, you could also backup to iTunes
Should I use iTunes or iCloud to back up my iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch? - Apple Support
If you are backing up your iPad with iCloud and not iTunes, you should be able to use it while it is backing up.
It should not take that long. A backup can take several hours depending on its size & your internet speed. The estimated backup time can also fluctuate depending on your connection to the server. Do you have a stable internet connection? Try stopping the backup & restarting.
thanks Jazcan it seemed excessive! I Have just upgraded my iCloud but now understand the back up doesn't include apps, is this true?
i Thought I could go from back up to install for my new iPad but this isn't going to work is it?
Wow thanks for all this info ~ I thought I had just wasted my money a/ on a new iPad b/ on more iCloud storage
my apps are vital
I don't understand why there is so much info out there knocking iCloud.
sincere thanks all of you :-)
The backup includes apps and app data when you use iCloud. All of the purchased apps and their data will download from iCloud when you restore the backup.
This explains the iCloud backup.
iCloud: iCloud storage and backup overview
And this gives you overview of how to manage storage:
You're welcome.
Can I use my iPad whilst backing up? Back time remaining says 28 hours!
