Since the original model was presented in 2010 with Steve Jobs sitting on a sofa showing its functionalities, the iPad has not ceased to be the best-selling tablet on the market . In this 2021 they seem to continue at the same rate as indicated by a recent study related to the sale of processors. But what is it that makes these devices so attractive? We analyze it.
This is how the market for tablet processors remains
Strategy Analytics has published a recent report that talks about the number of processors sold for tablets in the first quarter of 2021 . This is not really a study regarding the level of sales of the tablet itself, but it can be compared in a certain way to draw conclusions about which could be the best-selling tablets, and more specifically in the case of Apple, which is the one who manufactures and mount your own chips on iPads.
According to the Strategy Analytics study, Apple’s chips for tablets reached a 59% market share in the mentioned period, far surpassing other manufacturers such as Intel, who were left with a 14% share. Further away is Qualcomm with 10% and the rest of the manufacturers that share the remaining 17% of the pie.
This data is said to be Apple’s best in the last 9 years . In the midst of the pandemic and with the boom in teleworking and virtual classes, the firm led by Tim Cook seems to be the favorite among users when choosing a tablet and this could be favoring a greater demand for chips. It should be noted that, according to this same study, this market for tablet processors was increased in that period, reaching figures of 761 million dollars in revenue. This represents an increase of 33% compared to the same period last year.
Why do users prefer iPads?
Since the study does not talk about tablets as such, it does not emphasize the possible reasons that lead users to end up choosing a specific brand. However, we can get an idea based on our own judgment and other studies published in the past, having these reasons as the fundamental ones for it:
- The brand’s reliability is that, despite the existence of excellent companies in the tablet market, the apple’s experience in the market and its technical service could be a fundamental factor when choosing it.
- Different iPad with different prices , from basic models with great features for 379 euros to the ‘Pro’ models that exceed 1,000 euros, having approaches in different audiences without leaving behind those who want to spend less.
- Accessories compatible with the iPad, since nowadays they can work with any Bluetooth element. From mice and keyboards to stylus, headphones and external storage drives.
- Applications available in the App Store, since it is on the iPad where the developers put all the meat on the grill, leaving the Android tablet in a sad background despite having models with excellent hardware. You can find fully adapted leisure, student and professional apps with great functionalities.
- Ecosystem , since the excellent harmony between the different Apple products is no secret and if there is someone who already has an iPhone and / or Mac, they will probably end up filling the quota with an iPad.
