What Hi-Fi?

Apple iPad (2021)

View offers

Tablet | £319 | whf.cm/iPad2021

Once upon a time, handheld devices were much like Matryoshka dolls, shrinking and becoming more refined and sleek with each generation. But for the past few years, time and evolution have stood still for the classic iPad, each new model seemingly a slightly modified replica of the last.

The latest iPad, its ninth generation, is now the only model in Apple’s line-up to retain the style of the company’s original tablets, courtesy of its aluminium frame, physical Home button and sturdy, thick bezels. Compared with Apple’s other iPad models, it’s a design that looks almost retro now. However, despite being nearly identical in both build and specification to its predecessor, the few changes that have been made for the iPad 9 are timely and considerably improve its usability as an entry-level, multi-purpose tablet.

Often, a new Apple device launches at the same price as

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from What Hi-Fi?

What Hi-Fi?5 min read
Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar
View online review whf.cm/BoseSmartUltra Last year saw Bose introduce several new flagship products, including the QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds and QuietComfort Ultra Headphones. They both impressed us, especially with their top-class noise cancelling
What Hi-Fi?4 min read
Is There Any Point In Buying An 8k TV When There’s No 8k Content?
“Is there any point in buying an 8K TV?” is a question that I’m asked regularly. And with very good reason: we have been reviewing 8K TVs since 2018 (the first was the 85in Samsung Q900R, if you’re interested) and yet, seven years on, there is still
What Hi-Fi?1 min read
AV & HI-FI RACKS
View offers whf.cm/BBAVHifiRacks November 2023 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The cumulative upgrades in absolute audio quality that a rack like Atacama’s Elite Eco 24 Reference offers is worth it to our minds and ears. Width 600mm Modular Yes Cable management No “An ess

Related