How long have you had it: I've had this tablet for around 6 months.
Battery life: The battery life was a concern of mine before I bought the iPad Air, but I haven’t been disappointed. I can easily get 10 hours use out of it without re-charging, and don’t need to worry about carrying my charger with me.
Camera: The camera is really good – pictures are sharp, with strong colours. The only downside is that it can be tricky to take a good picture in poor lighting conditions as there is no flash, but this is a minor detail really.
Design: Overall it’s much smaller and thinner than some other iPad models, and looks more like an iPad Mini. The smooth aluminium back looks great and feels expensive, and the design is very sleek. I did wonder if it would be robust enough for my usage, being so light in weight, but I've had no problems at all in that respect. In fact it feels really durable – like it could withstand a lot of use long-term.
Usability: I've had no problem at all – it’s easy to use, and the fact that Apple has used metal buttons rather than plastic ones gives it a more luxurious feel. The apps are all straightforward to use too.
Do you regret getting it: Not at all – it has made life easier because I now feel like I can take it with me anywhere, without being weighed down.
What’s the worst point: There’s not much that I can say against the iPad Air. The only slight complaint is the fact that finger marks show up on the aluminium back, and I have to wipe it clean a lot.
What’s the best point: The fact that it is so lightweight – it feels much lighter than the iPad 4, and this makes a huge difference if I’m carrying it around all day.
Phone reviewer: Sheila
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