Many travelers want to have a practical electronic travel companion with them on vacation. You want to quickly edit the travel pictures, read ePaper or digital books, start video calls with friends and family at home or simply write a digital travel diary. A tablet on vacation seems to be the ideal companion - whether on the flight or on the beach chair. But is the mobile computer sufficient for all purposes? In which cases should you rather use your laptop? We tried it out in our iPad Pro test while traveling and give you valuable tips and tricks for practical use.

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For some vacationers and travelers, this question has a significance of epic proportions. I belong to the group of people who prefer to take a laptop or a tablet such as the iPad Pro with them when traveling and use it in every free minute to edit photos, make video calls at home or on the beach digital books to read. Or would I rather be abstinent and do without technical devices such as smartphones and tablets while on vacation?

I would probably place myself somewhere in between, as I realized especially during my iPad Pro test while traveling. A tablet is a practical companion, especially on flights. You can use it to watch videos, surf the Internet on many airlines or simply write a text.

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Are technical devices a disruptive factor at your holiday destination?

At the holiday destination, however, the tablet can be a disruptive factor that distracts from what is important. Namely, to enjoy the trip attentively and to the fullest. That's why we tested the current iPad Pro while traveling and of course also saw what influence such a device has on the course of our trip. Does a tablet make sense when traveling? And if so, what uses is it suitable for? We discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give you valuable tips and tricks for using your tablet on vacation.

The manufacturer Apple regularly launches updated iPad Pros. I used an iPad Pro Late 2018 for our test. The basic knowledge about using the iPad Pro when traveling also applies to all successor models that I then used.

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Bought quickly before vacation - tested the iPad Pro while traveling

Before the last trip we have the current one Apple I bought the iPad and unfortunately have to admit after the first test phase: the iPad Pro is, with a few limitations - this much can be revealed in advance - a pretty great device in many respects. We tested the iPad Pro while traveling and were pretty impressed with the device. We present the advantages and disadvantages of the high-end tablet to you in our extensive test report and share our experiences with you in our iPad Pro test travel.

The specifications of the new iPad Pro alone are impressive. With the new rimless design and the latest technology as well as the new Apple Pencil, the device feels great in the hand. Behind the huge display, the new tablet is packed with the latest technology that can rival many computers. The gadget can be controlled with intuitive gestures on the edge-to-edge display. This can be of essential importance, especially when traveling and vacationing.

In addition, the iPad Pro is now unlocked with Face ID facial recognition, which makes input even more secure. The tablet is powered by the new A12X Bionic processor, which, according to current performance tests, outshines many a laptop and also gives you the opportunity to edit photos, cut videos or simply play more demanding video games when traveling or on the plane.

The Apple Pencil shows its strengths when traveling

If you don't think much of video games like me, you can do this Apple Draw pencil really well or write down your ideas. The pen can now be magnetically attached to the iPad Pro and inductively charged at the same time. Unfortunately, we already have one in the past Apple Pencil in Airplane irretrievably lost and therefore know about the advantages of this practical magnet function. If you write a lot and write texts like we do while traveling, you may be in good hands with the new Smart Keyboard Folio, which is a combination of keyboard and protective cover. It has proven itself in my iPad Pro test while traveling.

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With the tablet on vacation - experiences in the iPad Pro test while traveling

We bought the 12.9-inch iPad Pro with 256 GB of storage and without LTE so that we could of course test it extensively during the trip and share our experiences with you. We've been moving around for years Apple Cosmos and therefore it was relatively clear to us that we would use a tablet from the brand and not another. Yes, I know that is a matter of opinion. If you prefer another manufacturer, this article should tend to be transferable with some restrictions and should apply in a similar way to tablet computers from other manufacturers when used when traveling and on vacation.

Incredibly practical for travel bloggers, distracting for vacationers

Basically, we gained very positive impressions and gained very practical experience with the iPad Pro while traveling in the test. As a user you have various options with the tablet computer. Especially if you write about your travels or want to share your impressions with those at home, you have plenty of options with a tablet. The user can research on the Internet, edit images, write texts and upload everything directly with an Internet connection. This is all great for travel bloggers. For holidaymakers it means a lot of distraction from the actual topic – relaxation.

Mobile communication on the iPad is an advantage

The lack of LTE later turned out to be a disadvantage. Since LTE can be used in other European countries at no extra charge, this would have been a practical feature. What is particularly positive is the extremely good computing power of the iPad Pro, which can easily keep up with many desktop computers. In many situations, I typically used the significantly heavier and larger laptop. Thanks to the powerful tablet, I can now do without it and leave the large, heavy device at home, at least on a shorter trip.

The pros and cons of traveling with a tablet – iPad Pro test on vacation

First of all, for many users, of course, is the question of whether you should even take a tablet on holiday and whether it makes sense to use the iPad Pro on the road. Here are of course several factors together. First, it depends on what preferences you have on vacation. If you really want to switch off and digital detox Maybe you should leave the devices at home or most of the time in the suitcase. However, if you post pictures or write articles while on the move, a mobile computer on vacation can really be important.

Also for those who want to keep in contact with the home and possibly a book or read the newspaper daily, the iPad Pro can be the right choice when traveling. In any case, it is best if you want to take a tray with you on vacation or if you prefer to do it at home. You can take it with you and you do not have to use it. In many situations, the digital companion can be very handy and also assist you with travel planning on site.

iPad Pro test while traveling – Does the tablet replace a laptop on vacation?

The answered whether it was clearly yes and no. That clearly depends on your preferences. When we tested the iPad Pro while traveling, the device was absolutely sufficient for us. However, this is not always the case. If your as travel bloggers, Photographer or car on the road, and traveling for a long time since, the iPad Pro may not be enough for you when traveling. The operation scope tends to be somewhat limited.

Just right for smaller tasks

If you're going to be there for a week and know that you'll only use the device for a limited number of activities, such as writing a short text or posting a photo, the tablet is just right for you on vacation. Even if you have many workflows that you can use with this Apple Pencil like taking notes, making small sketches or creating brainstorming and mind maps, there is hardly a better way than using the iPad Pro on vacation. Calls at home with FaceTime, i.e. video telephony, also work fantastic with the iPad.

Use a laptop for more extensive work

If, however, you want to undertake more extensive work, program on your website, create more comprehensive back-ups of your data or just perform tasks that you would otherwise do best with the track pad or the mouse, you will simply miss the laptop. Does the iPad Pro replace a laptop when traveling? The answer is yes, if you expect only a limited amount of functionality. And no, if you want to work as a travel blogger or photographer for weeks on the go as you would otherwise do it from home. In this case, the iPad Pro is not enough and you should probably fall back on a MacBook Air (or an equivalent product from another manufacturer).

Strengths of the iPad Pro in the travel test – small, handy, powerful

The advantages are obvious. Especially in conjunction with the Apple Pencil, the tablet computer has proven to be a real productivity grenade on vacation. The iPad Pro when traveling is small and handy for its 12,9 inch display. It lies wonderfully in the hand and has a wonderful design that tempts you to use the gadget all the time. The battery life is long, the connectivity is excellent and your productivity is in any case significantly greater than if you only have a smartphone with you.

You can use all the essential features like photo editing, word processing, or creating a travel journal with notes. And even for real vacationers who do not want to do anything while traveling than perhaps read a good book on the tablet, the iPad Pro is ideal. The bottom line is that the relatively new tablet computer has many advantages when traveling. For the vast majority of vacationers and travelers, the tablet should be the perfect choice to bring a compact and convenient computer with you.

Weaknesses of the iPad Pro – less compatibility than a laptop

To be honest, the advantages of the iPad Pro when traveling are clearly outweighed. A tablet on vacation can be incredibly handy, and if you do not overuse it, it's an incredibly helpful travel gadget. A few minor drawbacks, however, our iPad Pro 2018 has revealed in the test. So the screen diagonal of the tablets in both 11 "and in 12.9" but already much smaller than a compact laptop. In addition, the functionality is cut compared to a laptop with track pad and keyboard.

The iPad Pro does not replace a laptop, and for more professional users such as photographers or travel journalists is still a notebook recommended. Specifically, the third-generation iPad Pro still suffers from teething troubles in a few devices, such as bent cases, uneven display illumination, or a slow responding display. However, most of the devices are in tip-top order, and our test device did not have these known errors.

iPad Pro test while traveling - advantages and disadvantages at a glance

• + relatively compact and lightweight
• + top technical grade for a tablet computer
• + ideal for photo editing, text editing, travel journal, handwritten notes, video games, watching or cutting videos, ideal for reading digital books
• + A good and totally adequate choice for most travelers traveling
• - the range of functions is less than that of a laptop
• - At 11 inches or 12.9 inches, the display is slightly smaller than that of a laptop
• - Using a tablet on vacation can distract from the real purpose of the trip
• - the high price of the iPad Pro puts a lot of pressure on them travel Finance

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My conclusion

We discussed the pros and cons of a tablet computer on vacation and tried the iPad Pro on our last trip. We found that the advantages of a tablet on vacation clearly outweigh the disadvantages. So we have to mention at this point that we have our iPad Pro in 12.9 "inches on every trip Apple Have pencil with you. Only in the first generation, now in the third generation. We have been operating in the Apple Kosmos and have in combination with iPhone and Apple Watch The ideal combination of gadgets is always with you when you travel. However, if you rely on Android products, you might prefer an Android tablet.

The findings of this article should apply in a similar way. For most people, a tablet should be the ideal travel companion because, compared to a smartphone, you have a significantly larger display and can use most online applications via WLAN or LTE. Only professional users who want to edit longer videos, edit photos or work very intensively while traveling should definitely use a laptop. If you want to abstain from technical devices while on vacation, you can simply use the devices selectively and for a specific purpose and then simply pack them away again after use.

What experiences have you had with smartphones, tablets and laptops while traveling? Share your experiences in the comments.