If you’re new to the world of iPads and not very well acquainted with the Apple products, you may be daunted by the huge number of iPad variants out there in the market. If you’re looking to splurge on the good stuff, you can go for one of the best product lineups. The Apple iPad Air and iPad Air 2, are extremely popular and can be a great option for you.

Before you buy a tablet from  Apple, here’s what you need to know about the features offered by iPad Air or iPad Air 2.

In-built apps and setup
Unlike Microsoft or Linux, Apple offers a host of inbuilt productivity apps along with their devices such as iLife and iWork. Before you dive into all of this, you need to be aware of the setup procedure. You can choose your language, user preferences, plus you even get an online backup storage service called the iCloud as a bonus. You can backup your files, documents, archives, texts, or literally anything in your iOS device on their online service. Additionally, Apple has got their own maps app too which is absolutely unique in terms of design.

Huge retina display
Most of the Apple iPads come with a huge touchscreen retina display. You can play your favorite movies, videos, games, and have fun with your iPad on the go. The only downside is the screen may be easy to crack and since iPads are delicate and portable, you may consider getting tough or durable covers for them.
There are special apps for sale on the Apple app store like the Lookout App which can help detect your lost iPad in the event you lose it. This can be pretty convenient especially since it backs up relevant data too on the iCloud service automatically when the iPad gets lost.

Battery life and more
If you’re shooting for battery life, then you may be glad to know that for basic tasks, the Apple iPad Air models last a ton in terms of time. You can use the iPad Air for up to 10 hours on Wi-fi for various tasks, 13 hours on cellular networks, and if you’re using it as a mobile hotspot, you can use it for around 24 hours.
The iPad Air and the iPad Air 2 are additionally lightweight, ultra portable, and easy to carry around. You don’t have to worry about straining your arms or fingers while using the devices for long hours. They are perfectly comfortable and can even be used as entertainment hubs since you can play movies, motion-sensitive games, and even use your devices as creative editing suites.The Apple iPad Air 2 as well as older models can be used for on-the-go video editing, image manipulation, slow motion filming and much more with the vast array of apps the devices offer.