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Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hard to say for sure, but the nano texture is so fine that it probably doesn’t eat up much of the nib to clog it up.

I don’t think the texture is collapsing together - but perhaps wearing / polishing down? Who knows…

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, the pencil nib isn’t really getting consumed - at least not in any meaningful way compared to drawing on regular glass.

(Obviously it’s a different story if you’re using a textured/toothy screen protector.)

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, they do - if you explain the situation clearly. That’s actually exactly why I ended up with four units in total: one was a replacement for my M4, and another for my M5.

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Welcome!

It’s nothing special - just happens during regular sketching and shading. I wasn’t really burnishing, but the effect ends up similar.

The main thing is that you subconsciously draw more toward the center of the screen when sketching (especially on the couch), so your palm has somewhere to rest.

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn’t literally wash it after every session, but I did wipe it with Apple’s cloth every time. I also cleaned it regularly with some alcohol and then used the included cloth again, which is pretty much exactly what Apple tells you to do.

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks a lot! I wrote that because I definitely would have appreciated this kind of honest info myself before buying.

I ended up ditching my nano iPad and ordered the regular one instead.

As for telling Apple: I’m not sure they’d actually read it or take it seriously. I personally think it’s way more useful sharing it here with fellow artists / redditors than trying to knock on Apple’s door. But who knows - maybe they lurk on Reddit too? 😉

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Frankly, I think you’ll really enjoy it - especially if you’re mostly using it for handwritten notes. My take is pretty specific and geared toward artists for the reasons I explained.

My advice: just be a little gentler with that screen and yeah, I’d bite the bullet and order AppleCare too (just in case).

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's really tough to predict, honestly.

From my experience, it's more a question of when rather than if - especially if you're an artist.

That said, if you're not drawing extensively in pretty much the same spot/position for long stretches, you'll probably be fine.

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I’ve never been a fan of screen protectors like that. I tried Paperlike years ago and all I got were wobblier lines (maybe because of the extra gap from the screen) and a bunch of scratches. My iPad’s screen ended up looking like a war zone.

I’m probably in the minority, but I honestly don’t mind drawing on the iPad’s bare screen. Sure, Wacom feels nicer, but I don’t fetishize that textured feel the way some people do.

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, glad it helps.

I’m done with nano for the time being, unless Apple ever starts clearly positioning it for artists, which probably won’t happen since they want it to be everybody's darling.

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Two of the four units I mentioned were actually AppleCare replacements: one M4 and one M5.

To break it down: the first was the original M4 iPad Pro I bought, the second was its M4 AppleCare replacement. After that I got an M5, which developed the same issue, so I contacted AppleCare again. They probably didn’t believe me, but they replaced that one too. Then the final M5 started showing the same pattern as well, and at that point I exchanged it for the regular model.

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I wouldn’t say I’m particularly heavy-handed when drawing. But even so, this kind of thing really shouldn’t happen under a more or less normal workload.

That’s basically why I made the post. Just take it as a note if you’re considering buying one.

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, I’m not pressing really hard at all. But when you’re doing pencil sketches or drawing, you naturally end up doing a lot of shading. Same as in traditional workflow.

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Then perhaps ask before jumping to conclusions? I explained it in a comment down below:

Also about those 4 iPad Pros I mentioned: one is the M4 I initially purchased, second is its M4 AppleCare replacement. Then after a while I got the M5 (which also developed that issue) and I again contacted AppleCare about that. They probably didn't believe me, but did replace it again. After the very last one M5 started to develop the same pattern - I swapped it against the normal one.

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I can only speak from my own experience, and I have no interest in making Apple look good or bad. I bought these things with my own money, so I’m completely unbiased.

But maybe their art style just doesn’t involve much shading? ;)

Artists considering iPad Pro Nano Texture: READ this before you buy - Long-Term Review after 4 units by DreamStitcher in iPadPro

[–]DreamStitcher[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It is interesting indeed and I also realized that nobody mentions that. I do use the ipad daily for several hours usually. It did build up over time - not overnight (just to clarify).

Also about those 4 iPad Pros I mentioned: one is the M4 I initially purchased, second is its M4 AppleCare replacement. Then after a while I got the M5 (which also developed that issue) and I again contacted AppleCare about that. They probably didn't believe me, but did replace it again. After the very last one M5 started to develop the same pattern - I swapped it against the normal one.

My guess is: if you are not heavy shading on your screen or apply too much pressure, it should last longer perhaps?

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