I Used the M5 iPad Pro as My Only Computer for a Month — Here's the Truth

I spent nearly a month using the M5 13" iPad Pro as my primary device — no MacBook Pro unless absolutely necessary. Here's what I actually learned about where the iPad fits (and doesn't fit) in real daily work. This isn't a specs video. You already know the M5 is fast. What matters is whether iPadOS and the overall experience are ready to match that power — and whether the price is justified in 2026. I cover the 13" vs 11" decision, nano texture vs standard display, Wi-Fi vs cellular, using it with an external monitor, Final Cut Pro on iPad, and the honest answer to the question I've been chasing for 16 years. Gear & links mentioned: M5 iPad Pro 13" Full Review → https://techwithjerad.com/reviews/tab... iPad Pro accessories hub video →    • My M5 iPad Pro 13" Setup: The Accessories ...   M5 iPad Pro on Amazon → https://jerad.link/m5ipadpro13 B&H Photo (often better pricing) →https://jerad.link/m5ipadpro13bh Timetamps: 0:00 — Intro 0:39 — My Setup & Why I Use Accessories 1:51 — Who This Review Is Actually For 3:23 — The $500 MacBook Problem (And What It Revealed) 4:30 — Stop Talking About Specs — Here's What Actually Matters 5:40 — The Month I Went iPad-Only 6:13 — 13" vs 11": Which Size Actually Makes Sense 7:18 — Where iPadOS Still Slows You Down 8:19 — The Hardware Is Ready. The Software Is Getting There. 10:28 — Why I Still Dream of macOS on iPad 12:10 — Final Cut Pro on iPad Is Actually Good Now 13:17 — External Monitor Changes Everything 15:46 — Why I Went Back to My MacBook Pro 16:23 — Nano Texture vs Standard Display: The Real Trade-Off 19:00 — 13" vs 11" — My Final Recommendation 20:00 — Cellular vs Wi-Fi: Why I Always Choose Cellular 21:26 — My Final Configuration & Where to Buy If you want more real-world Apple ecosystem content — not hype, just honest takes — subscribe. That's all I do here. ⚠️⚠️ Disclaimer: The content of this video is intended for viewers ages 13+. Jerad Hill Tech (Jerad Hill) is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and BHPhoto, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com, BHPhoto, and affiliated sites, which means I may earn a commission if you make a purchase, at no extra cost to you.