WWDC 2021: My Apple Story

I have always admired Apple products from afar. my first experience was with an iMac3 back in school.
as time flew, when the iPhone were released, I had slightly envious feelings when friends in University would have their iPhones and be playing Fruit Ninja I'd borrow their phones just to play and try to beat their highscores.
now, as I'm working, I could potentially afford the products that I've been eyeing, like the iPad Air, but I'd always debate with myself; should I spend $1,000.00 + on an iPad Air or should I spend on $Apple (AAPL.US)$ shares