[conservatism_IS_compassion]

Apple introduces “revolutionary” technology already offered by Roku... and an iPen that came with my Note 3 and didn’t even cost me $100.

Speaking from ignorance, could be corrected - does that “pen” have a variable effect based on the pressure you apply and the angle at which it touches the work surface? Looks to me more like a tool for artists than for me. Might seem “cool” in the same way that “paint” programs seemed cool in the old days.

I suspect that the pro iPad might suit our lifestyle enough to be worth a look. Possibly including the physical keyboard . . .
Our iPad isn’t retina, and the bigger display might be easier on the eyes.

[bolobaby]

The iPad pro is just a Surface with some updated specs to look like the Surface Pro 4. (Btw, the Surface also comes with a stylus that doesn’t require an extra $100.)

I can’t think of any really worthwhile applications around drawing that will really care about the amount of pressure applied.

The fun thing about today’s announcement was how it underscored that Apple is becoming a tech laggard:

Apple TV = Roku
Pencil = Stylus from any number of devices
iPad Pro = Surface
iPhone 6 = Galaxy Note

Apple should use it’s prodigious wealth to get a lead on household robotics or something. THAT would be impressive.