Is an iPad a Tablet?

Every iPad is atablet, but not every tablet is an iPad.

Like other tablet PCs, the iPad is a mobile computing gear with a touchscreen display.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1

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iPads run a proprietary operating system callediPadOS.

Most non-Apple tablets use Googles Android operating system.

Amazon and Microsoft produce their own popular tablet lines that run on Fire OS and Windows, respectively.

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What Advantages Does an iPad Have Compared to a Tablet?

However, certain features and benefits set iPads apart from the competition.

Here are some of the iPads weaknesses:

iPad vs Tablet: Which Is Better?

FAQ

Along with the Apple Pencil, the iPad is compatible with many Bluetooth-enabled drawing styluses.

With Sidecar active, you’ve got the option to drag apps from your Mac to your tablet.

Without a Home button, press the top and Volume Up buttons.

you’ve got the option to also take one using Siri with a voice command.