Is there anything that Ipad Pro can't do that the Mac book can?

I am looking to purchase a new one for my business. If I get the Ipad pro it will need to include the keyboard. I mostly will be in need of google docs, the Internet and Quicksale. What are the biggest or most used programs that can be used on Mac Book but not Ipad Pro or vice versa.

Posted on Apr 11, 2016 7:50 AM

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Apr 11, 2016 7:58 AM in response to sharvey511

MacbookPro is a full computer ... full-powered document editing, OSX instead of iOS so you can install more types of software, more ports (USB, Thunderbolt, ethernet (with adapter), the ability to create multiple backups on any external drive you wish ...


iPadPro is just a slightly more powerful iPad, with iOS that does not allow as much customization as OSX.

Apr 11, 2016 8:02 AM in response to sharvey511

You are trying to compare apples and oranges. Those are two completely different devices. One is a computer and one is a mobile pad. Different operating systems and different programs available. The computer has far more hardware and software capabilities. You will need to list your use requirements then investigate which device meets those requirements.

Apr 11, 2016 8:09 AM in response to sharvey511

If you want to be able to make full use of Microsoft apps, I would recommend that you stick with a Mac. A Mac Air comes in an 11" size which is actually smaller than the larger iPad Pro. It is extremely light, and I travel everywhere with mine. I find it to be very portable and I pretty much don't go anywhere without it (sort of like my AMEX card.... 🙂)


Cheers,


GB

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