08/12/2025
I've owned, tested & reviewed every iPad that exists over the years. But this year I was looking for something entirely different to dip my toes into.. specifically, as a cheap extra screen for Spectrum TV. Let me tell you... this tablet was the shock of the century for me, it truly is surprisingly good. For the Black Friday price of $199 plus Amazon payments.. its value is incredible. Now if you are seeking an iPad Pro M4 or M5, obviously this would be like comparing a Honda Civic to a Lamborghini. But seriously... this is a souped up Honda Civic. With Lenovo's iteration of Face ID, the Tab Pen & folio included, the 12.1" 2.5K IPS panel, and the good-enough MediaTekk chip.. this little thing packs just enough performance into an affordable, sleek package. I can confidently say if you are not hell-bent on an iPad specifically, don't waste the extra money on the iPad 11 (A16). This Tab Plus 12.1" is fantastic.
