I replaced my MacBook with an iPad Pro for a month — here's what happened

inkl·Aug 2

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A person replaced their MacBook with an iPad, reportedly for a month, to test its capabilities as a laptop replacement. The experiment's outcome is unclear, with some outlets suggesting the iPad Pro can replace a MacBook, while others had mixed results or found a non-iPad tablet to be a suitable replacement. The success of the iPad as a laptop replacement may depend on the specific model and individual needs.

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