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The best way to experience the web, email, photos, and video. Hands down. All of the built-in apps on iPad were designed from the ground up to take advantage of the large Multi-Touch screen and advanced capabilities of iPad. And they work in any orientation. So you can do things with these apps that you can’t do on any other device. A large, high-resolution LED-backlit IPS display. An incredibly responsive Multi-Touch screen. And an amazingly powerful Apple-designed chip. All in a design that’s thin and light enough to take anywhere. iPad isn’t just the best device of its kind. It’s a whole new kind of device. 9.7-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen Multi-Touch display with IPS technology, 1024-by-768-pixel resolution at 132 pixels per inch (ppi). Wireless and cellular 3G: UMTS/HSDPA (850, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz), Data only2, Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n), Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology. Capacity: 64GB flash drive. more info
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Kind of pricey, kind of overtop reader.
I brushed my watch on it and now it’s has a scratch.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Hello,I read a lot of politics and have found that unlike anything else before I no longer worry about keeping track of political baddies.When I’m reading and find something of interest, I can “select” a name, term or place and then “copy” the selection. Now here’s where this baby excels(better than a Kindle,cleaner than a laptop) I can paste the copied selection to the browser bar and get a picture and other relevant information THEN push the home and power buttons and get a screen shot and then sort them from my camera roll in to as many categories as I need. Not only is this beneficial for keeping track of relevant characters but I’m much more likely to review. For example Sheila Dixon,the former mayor was given a slap on the hand for her crimes and I was able to get information on everybody involved, right down to the sitting jurors. On the surface most would think that she did almost no wrong. Thanks to iPad I researched and decided that most of the jurors must have been gang members. All thanks to the speed and way iPad can make reading informative.
If you want to wait on your purchase keep in mind it only has one speaker. The resolution needs to be slightly higher and this will empty out a wallet faster than a weekend getaway. UPDATE wow it’s far to easy to scratch
Pros and cons of an iPad
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Like many others, I too was faced with the delimma of buying a netbook v. an iPad. I spent a lot of time researching the products and spent my $ buying both an iPad and what I consider to be the very best netbook on the market today – The Sony Vaio X (unfortunately, Sony has just stopped selling the Vaio X!).
Let me clarify up front that the iPad simply blows away each and every netbook you see in stores like Best Buy in the sub $500 range. Whether it is design, performance or build quality you’ll regret buying one of those netbooks for an iPad. So here is my Sony Vaio X v. iPad comparison.
1. Cost:
iPad 64 GB wi-fi: 699 (3G wasn’t available). But equivalent pricing for features would be + $130 (for 3G) + $ 40 (case since the screen on the ipad is exposed) + $30 for VGA connector + $30 for SD card + usb adapter = $930 (still missing camera).
Sony Vaio X(64 GB): $1299 (includes Verizon 3G inbuilt)
GAP: iPad Appox $300 cheaper
2. OS:
iPad: iphone OS – instant on, app store, multi touch
Sony Vaio X: Windows 7 Professional – powerful
Advantage: Depends (personally I prefer Win 7 for most things)
3. Design: Surprisingly in terms of weight and thickness both are about the same. However, the carbon fiber body on the vaio x is gorgeous! The Vaio X is NOT like any other netbook in terms of how it is built.
Advantage: Tablet v. traditional notebook. Again, tablet is better for media and web browsing. Traditional for productivity software like MS Office.
4. Battery: The Vaio comes with a standard 2 hour battery which is blown away by the over 10 hours on the ipad. However, the Vaio also includes a 12 hour extended battery. But this battery increases the weight of the Vaio to 2.5lb, making it about an inch thicker (at its widest) and a pound heavier than the ipad.
Advantage: Slightly to the ipad, unless you don’t care about the extra 1 lb weight added by the XL Vaio battery.
5. Features: Vaio wins this hands down with much better array of expandable memory slots, 2 usb ports and ethrnet cable slot and included VGA port, front facing camera and ability to connect an optical drive if needed (I have a super slim usb powered dvd drive). The ipads biggest advantage is the app store, which is more of a software rather than hardware feature.
6. Screen: ipad’s IPS LCD wins this one hands down. On paper the larger, higher resolution LED backlighting Vaio looks more impressive, but the better viewing angle and high quality glass on the ipad screen makes it much easier to read text and watch movies etc.
7.Performance: The biggest advantage of the ipad is that you don’t have to wait 60 seconds before you can start using it. Also,the ipad is much faster at connecting to a wifi network.
8. Others: While the iPad gets a lot of attention, so does the vaio x. The fan on the vaio x can be a little distracting when it is on. Overall if I think of the intangibles such as the variety of apps on the app store, the speed at which you can turn on the device and start browsing the web, the email client, the photo viewer app etc etc…the ipad is just a much more compelling device. Last but not least the ipad simply destroys the Vaio or any netbook when it comes to gaming! The ipad is an amazing gaming device. If you haven’t tried it….you’re missing something.
MY FINAL ANALYSIS: If I didn’t have an iphone or ipod touch I’d say this would be a no brainer. The quick access to email and the internet when compared to a netbook like the vaio x is just too great of an advantage for me. When you have to wait for a device for 60 seconds to wake it up from hibernation and remember to put it to sleep so that it does not drain the battery it’s just not as convenient as the ipad. Also the screen on the ipad is just amazing….However, I own BOTH an iphone and an ipod touch. Therefore for me the Vaio X is a more useful device. I also have an ebook reader, so while the ipad is a fantastic ebook reader it would be duplicating another device that I already have. I have decided to return my ipad (I am a day away from the 14 day return period) and it will cost me $70 for re stocking and another $50 or so I spent on ipad apps. Hopefully, I’ll be able to use some of these apps when I upgrade to iOS4 in the near future. But $120 was the price I had to pay to know for sure that I don’t need an ipad (right now). Of course IF my Vaio X were to die, I’d get an ipad in a heart beat
The Netbook Killer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I no long use my netbook since I got the iPad. This device is totally awesome.
A Great Mobile Device, Worthy of Consideration
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought two iPads for my wedding anniversary–something my wife and I can have like a his/hers thing, LOL. I didn’t leap at getting the iPad or for any other Apple product– I was very skeptical and closely gathered what information was available to me and what I wanted out of an e-reader (since my first consideration was getting Kindles.) What did it for me was that the Kindle DX, the most expensive one, was about $60 less than the cheapest iPad–shame on you, Amazon. Obviously the iPad could do way more than just contain e-books, so I went with it.
I broke the piggy bank getting them but I haven’t regretted it–our iPads have definitely made their own niche in the way my wife and I read books, watch movies and surf the Internet. As a portable media device it’s wonderful–I’ve taken it on long flights (8 hours)and watched movies and read a few e-books I purchased. I have yet to have any problems with how long it lasts on a charge. The display is very crisp and shines best when you’re watching videos on it. For the fingerprints, I have a large lint free cloth I carry with it to wipe it down–those fingerprints do stand out when the display is off. I use it daily to read the news and browse casually and comfortably anywhere in my home. My job involves continuous review of technical data and publications–I have them loaded to my iPad and read them with ease. My wife also loves using it to play music from her library while she browses online. Is it a laptop replacement? Definitely not. It seems cumbersome to try to prepare a presentation, create a long note or document on this thing without giving up and reaching for your laptop. It seems it’s no better than trying to do the same on your smartphone, unless you had the keyboard which I hadn’t purchased. For everything that others claim the iPad comes short on, my netbook has it (ie webcam, usb) so I’m not worried about it.
Please believe me when I tell you this device is in a place of its own–not quite the laptop, but a very versatile reading/ media tool. We’ve owned ours for about two months now, and we love them.
Who needs flying cars….
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have had my iPad 16GB Wi-Fi for about 7 weeks now, and it really is what the commercials say it is: magical and revolutionary. Sure, there are other tablets out on the market, and they are cheap. But the Apple iPad is more than a tablet, or even an oversized iPod – it’s an experience and a way of life.
I take mine everywhere I go. I use it to take notes in meetings, watch streaming movies from Netflix, watch TV shows from ABC, play games, do crossword puzzles, use it in the kitchen for recipes and shopping lists, surf the Internet, shop, organize information, do SMS text messaging on it, read books, write papers – in fact, adding a Bluetooth keyboard, there isn’t much I used to do on my notebook computer than I can do with my iPad.
Worried that you might not be able to read your Amazon Kindle books? There is a Kindle app for the iPad that you can read all your Kindle books with, no book light necessary! There are even native genealogy apps available, along with thousands of other apps, and many free ones to choose from. Concerned you’ll have to take a power adapter everywhere? Pffft, I say. I have used mine over 10 hours on a single charge, and that includes watching video for 3 of those hours! So you needn’t worry about battery life.
My iPad has changed my life by making it streamlined and efficient- most everything I want to do is a mere touch away; it’ll change your life, too. So take a chance, wish on a shooting star, put the world in your hands – get an iPad.
You’ll be glad you did.
Apple iPad MB292LL/A Tablet (16GB, Wifi)
Absolutely Gorgeous!!!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’m writing this review from a non-technical perspective. I’m an avid reader and have run out of space for my regular books so I started looking into getting an eReader. I wasn’t able to make up mind whether or not I wanted to purchase the Amazon Kindle, Nook or a Sony eReader. They each had their benefits and their flaws. I decided to purchase an iPad so I can have my cake and eat it to. Not only did I get a beautifully designed, sleek, light weight, eye popping and high definition product with the iPad….I also went ahead and downloaded the free ibook, Kindle, Barnes & Noble and Borders applications. I also like the fact I’m able to see the images within the books in color. Even though my main reason for buying the iPad was to use as an eReader, I also wanted to be able to do some other things as well like watch videos or play a few games. You DO NOT want to purchase an ipad as a desktop or laptop replacement! You will be sorely disappointed if you do. I have an excellent laptop and I’m a hardcore Blackberry user so I knew what I was getting with this purchase and I’m 100% happy with it. Anything that I can’t do on my iPad….I can go grab my laptop or Blackberry and get it accomplished. Some people have a problem with not being able to multitask but that doesn’t bother me. It does everything that I wanted and much more. I’m not going to go into details about all the specifications because that has been covered by other people’s reviews. There are a lot of negative reviews and think that may have something to do with high expectations. I also wanted to mention that the iPad is blazing fast! Apple did excellent job with the overall design. It’s absolutely gorgeous! This was my very first Apple purchase and it won’t be the last.
PC take notice..
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Another great device from Apple! Works seamlessly! Instant on and off. PC take notice..
Great investment
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The iPad lives up to the hype. I was a skeptic myself, but after owning apple products the past two years, I knew the company would live up to my expectations. It is in no way just a large iPhone.
I purchased the iPad 32gb wifi version and quickly began loading apps and movies. I also jail broke my version and am writing this review on the iPad itself!
So far, I’ve noticed that the iPad is extremely efficient.
The safari pages load quicker than my iPhone 3G and the apps open very fast.
The clarity is unbelievable. I think it’s even clearer than my MacBook!
The battery life is impressive. I know it will withstand my 5+ hour flights from Boston to LA. I watched a two hour movie this evening and played around with it for an additional few hours and my battery is at 56%.
I was surprised at how great the volume level actually is. I expected it to not be that great, but when I was watching the movie earlier, I did not use headphones and found the sound quality perfect. Additionally, the iPad does not emit any noise when processing.
Apps:
I just dropped a lot of cash on my iPad so I am not willing to spend money on apps yet. I’ve explored the free ones exclusively.
iBooks has me wowed. Apple offers an array of free novels to meet anyone’s taste. Classics are my liking and I’ve loaded at least 15 of them. You can bookmark your pages and skip chapters or browse. I was impressed by how easy it is to read on the screen as well. I’ve never been a fan of reading on a computer, but this app opened my eyes to another world. I like having the ability to change the font size to meet my needs.
Bloomberg did a great job of creating an app that offers financial news and personalization. I can track my stocks, track indices, and listen to podcasts. I can’t think of a more informative app out there.
Installous. Everything your little hacker heart desires. If you like installous on your iPhone, you’ll appreciate it on your iPad.
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Edit: Downside found! Charging this device can be a pain. I just hooked it up with a USB to my work computer (PC) and, the top right hand corner reads “not charging.” Apple’s website states the following:
“Some USB 2.0 ports and accessories do not provide enough power to charge iPad. When this occurs the message “Not Charging” appears in the status bar next to the battery icon.”
Be that as it may, other websites are claiming the Ipad still charges even though the screen states otherwise. I haven’t tested it out myself. This link provides further details:
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great for traveling
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I was a skeptic about the iPad, but after playing around with one at the Apple Store, I decided to give it a shot. Like the iPod, I have used it more than I thought and I especially love it for traveling. It’s important for me to be able to get online when needed.
With more and more applications being web-based, I’d found that I have just about all I need right out of the box. A few additions, like a password management program I found via iTunes, and I was good to go.
Typing is easier than I expected. It’s good for a quick trip, where I just have to check email or bank account stuff. That’s mostly what I use this for. If you are a hardcore computer person, your results may vary.
Things I like about it:
- not having to pack a huge laptop when I travel
- reading books and newspapers
- the simple, ipod-like games are a nice diversion
- being able to stay connected while living my life away from the computer
iPad
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
Well, I just received an iPad as a present. Initially, I wanted to return it for a refund and get the Kindle, but it sounds like my wife may want the iPad. So, I decided to open it up and play with it and possibly get the Kindle for myself. I will have to wait until I get home however, because you cannot use the iPad without first connecting it to a desktop/laptop and going to iTunes. This further reinforces my desire for a Kindle over the iPad. I do not like iTunes and its many restrictions to begin with, and the only reason I wanted something like this was to read books. Something it appears the Kindle excels at.
The iPad weighs nearly 1 pound more than the small version of Kindle which I am interested in (this makes a difference when I go backpacking); has a backlit LCD display which will fatigue my eyes (although this would be nice to read in the dark with); needs an available wi-fi to have functionality on the go (which is an additional charge in many places); runs through batteries in a fraction of the time; and basically has a lot of neat features, but features that I will rarely use once I check them out and when I would use them, I am already near a desktop/laptop that has them.
On the other hand, Kindle is light, has a long battery life, is easy on the eyes, and connects free to cellular networks when needed. Amazon, you have it right. Keep Kindle a reader and only add features that support and enhance reading, and you will have no worries in “competing” with iPad.
This is a bit like comparing a pen and paper to a computer. They are two totally different things that have something in common, but neither is better than the other in general. The Kindle is designed for a specific use and seems to do that well. While the iPad is confused about whether it is a notebook/ereader/desktop. What’s funny, while the iPad tries to make itself the everything device, it fails to include a camera. Even my cell phone has that. Oh well, I guess I’ll have a small device to take on vacations and road trips with me to watch movies and check the web, but it will not substitute for an ereader.
iPad sucks!
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I bought the iPad on the 28th May when it got released in Australia and just returned it yesterday.
In my opinion, I don’t see any point of this device. I already have a laptop and the laptop can do everything that iPad can do.
On the positive iPad is cool and magazines really come to life in it.
However, it is heavy, does not have a camera, is not a phone so I cannot see the point!
I paid almost $1000 for this device and I am glad I returned it since I could find any value in it!
Annoyed right from the get go
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I am writing this review as I download the latest version of iTunes.. required before you can even turn this thing on ! I wanted to write this before I have a chance to fall in love with this thing because, as much as I love apple, they continually disappoint me with STUPID requirements. There is no reason on earth that this device should not run straight out of the box !!! Why on earth would they require that you have a mac running 10.5.1 and the latest version of iTunes on a WiFi device !!! Stupid Stupid Stupid.. I will not recommend this device to friends, as I made that mistake with the iPod touch. Another great device that should require ABSOLUTELY NO other computer to own and operate. The geeks at apple need to get with the real world, they sell computers that run for 10 years then expect people to buy an new system to support a stand alone device. Did I mention stupid yet?
Waiting for iPad 2.0 or 3.0
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
First of all, YES, I actually got to play with it.
Secondly, YES it looks really sleek and the display is pretty when you don’t have direct light on it.
I really like the ipad idea, I really do, but for over $500 I still won’t be able to play standard DVD on it?
I like the fact you can use netflix streaming, which to me is very cool, but I can’t play any of the DVDs or Blu-rays I already have. I’d have to decode them on another computer or buy them again in itunes. That SUCKS! I’m not trying to repurchase everything I already own again.
I don’t care that it doesn’t have a camera, but what’s with the tiny storage space. My ipod which is a much smaller device has more space than the ipad. If I can’t play DVDs, that means I’d be buying the movies or TV episodes on itunes and then I’d run out of storage space. That’s not cool. I realize that one of the reasons the ipad seems so powerful is because it doesn’t have to struggle with a fully loaded OS and a DVD drive. I get it. I’d love to just have one device to do it all. If I am still using my laptop to do all of my other chores then what’s the point? That’s why I’m waiting for iPad 2.0, or 3.0. When some of thee issues are surely to be address. Hope the success continues, so they can make better and cheaper ones.
ipad rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
ok first things first, if you say that the ipad is just a jumbo ipod touch you ave probably never used one. it has awsome picture quality, its fast, and easier for children to use and have them enjoy it because of its size and not worrying about them droping it because its too big for them to hold, so they’d have to lay it down to use it. i let my little brothers use it and they have never droped it and they love the size of the screen, they like using it more than their ipod touch’s. i use it for email, texting and phone calls, yes phone calls, you just need skype or a phone app like i use, plus you wont look rediculos because it uses the microphone and the speaker so its like a conference call. sound quality is great, i love watching my HD movies with my friends and its real HD not like the fakey HD the ipod touch has. my parents and my old folks like to lay it down on their laps to use it because they complain that they cant hold it because they cant grip it (they are 85 years old of course they cant grip anything). my friends like that you can change the background if you want unlike the ipod touch where its the boring black all the dang time, mine is the family reunion photo. which reminds me you can put real photos on the ipad like old photographs from way back when. and there is no wrong way t hold it, even on the menu screen, just tilt it in the direction you want and it’l adjust for you, it comes handy when you have a group of people and you don’t want to pass it around. this ipad is definitly worth the money, because it has internet, movies, music, tv, phone, text, email, games, your photos, your videos, books, and educational things for the little kids.
(PS. excuse my spelling i have a C+ in english >:( i cant spell word i never use)
Lifechanging Product
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Ive had both Kindle 1 and 2, and the ‘Pad as I call it, blows them away with reading. iBooks has adjustable brightness, so it is every bit as easy on the eyes when done right. I am now reading all the time! Reading is the tip of the iceberg though, the Apps make this thing soooo awesome!