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I actually walked into our local Apple store this morning - 2 people in line in front of me. I like apple, and have a lot of their products, but I did want to smack the crap out of a few of the employees who were just a little geeked up, and disappointed that I was not jumping for joy at being able to buy the new ipad.We'll see how sales look - pre-orders now are so much of the initial launch total, that long waits are not a good indicator of demand. I did the same thing when I bought the 4s on launch day, walked right in the morning of the launch with no wait. And I think sales were still pretty good for that launch.
Leeroy Jenkins
Footballguy
MaxThreshold
Footballguy
By the time the new Ipad arrives for you Apple Fanboys you're going to be too tired from jerking off in anticipation. You're all crazy.
I'm kidding, really. Enjoy.
I'm kidding, really. Enjoy.
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Mine's on the truck for delivery also, and I'm off on Fridays.
So who is going to get theirs first?
Had mine for 3 4 hours...
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Leeroy Jenkins
Footballguy
and thenMine's on the truck for delivery also, and I'm off on Fridays.So who is going to get theirs first?
and thenMine's on the truck for delivery also, and I'm off on Fridays.So who is going to get theirs first?
I have a 1st gen, so the display upgrade is startling. Much more than I anticipated. Its most noticeable in the type. I am at work, so not a lot of time to play around with it - in fact still trying to get my apps on it.I am on wifi so have not tested the 4g speed (not even sure if we have 4g here).Leeroy Jenkins
Footballguy
So can/should you try to use iphone apps on this, or just the apps that say in iTunes "ipad" or "ipod, ipad, and iphone"?
Trying to answer two questions at once. iPad apps look better, and in some cases are designed to take advantage of the larg screen, but you can use iPod/iPhone apps on an iPad. Most of the apps I get now are for the iPad. Occasionally I get an app that I use just on my phone.
belljr
Footballguy
Ok but do they make different version of the IPAD app?I obviously don't have an apple product. Every time an IPAD comes out I learn as much about it and fight the urge to buy one.... This year I may break down...TIA
I love the resolution of this screen on still images and high quality video compared to the Transformer Prime. However, it seems to have a slight lag, in comparison, but the image is stunning and might just make up for this!
Video Capturing is not as good on the iPad3 as it is on the Prime however.
These are both quality tablets and are very comparable in specs. In the end I think it will just come down to what you like better iOS or Android. If you go with the ecosystem you like better, selecting either of these tablets is a winner!
Have fun with your iPads! Another great product!
Video Capturing is not as good on the iPad3 as it is on the Prime however.
These are both quality tablets and are very comparable in specs. In the end I think it will just come down to what you like better iOS or Android. If you go with the ecosystem you like better, selecting either of these tablets is a winner!
Have fun with your iPads! Another great product!
belljr
Footballguy
Another question besides my one above. This was somewhat answered and asked before but I want to get opinions.
I called Verizon and if I want to activate my mobile hotspot on my phone it's $30 a month - however I get unlimited data without change.
If I buy an IPAD with 4g access it's a new device so I have to pay the tiers. 2GB for $30 , etc etc.
So on the surface it's a no brainer for a wi-fi only one right? Obviously if plans change, or they change their terms etc etc I'm screwed but for now that seems like the way to go..
Damn it.....
I called Verizon and if I want to activate my mobile hotspot on my phone it's $30 a month - however I get unlimited data without change.
If I buy an IPAD with 4g access it's a new device so I have to pay the tiers. 2GB for $30 , etc etc.
So on the surface it's a no brainer for a wi-fi only one right? Obviously if plans change, or they change their terms etc etc I'm screwed but for now that seems like the way to go..
Damn it.....
Mario Kart
Footballguy
Might be able to get an 11" Air in the $550-$600 range. If I bought an iPad 2 it would cost $350, plus a keyboard and/or case $50-$100, and have less storage capability. I'm hoping this deal works out.
I don't think I lose out in much between the Air and iPad. Do I?
I don't think I lose out in much between the Air and iPad. Do I?
gmbacm
Footballguy
***Official*** first iPad post.Ok, I'll stop now.
Not sure I completely understand what you are looking for - but yes, in many cases there is a app built for the ipad. If you have an iphone only version, you would have to buy the ipad version separately.Apps came in different flavors - iPad only, iPhone/iPod/iPad, and iPhone/iPod only if there are different versions of the same app, usually the ipad version will be "HD", and in all cases, if an app will run on both natively, it will be identified in the app store with a "+"
My 1st gen was wifi only. I survived with minimal disruption. Primary uses are at home and at work, where I have wifi access. There were several times that I wanted access when I was traveling - a lot of hotels and airports charge for wifi. My new one has 4g, but I will have it set-up on an "as-needed" basis i.e. I won't use it most of the time, but like being able to use it when I need it.
tommyGunZ
Footballguy
Was that just for me?
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goonsquad
Think different.
Game-changer™Leeroy Jenkins
Footballguy
Finally arrived around 3! I might not get to play with it until sunday. Going away for the weekend and dont want to risk its injury around these people.
dal_boys_phan
Footballguy
Mine arrived today at 2:53PM after making the Middleton, PA to Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ to Edison, NJ run (prior to hopping on the truck for the ride to my house). Hit Elizabeth, NJ last night, so I knew we were good at that point, but it sure spent a long time in Middleton, PA.
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Ignoramus
Footballguy
A++++++++++++++++ transaction. Great eBayer. Would buy from again.
Mario Kart
Footballguy
'Mario Kart said:
Mario Kart
Footballguy
Not sure if anyone is buying but people are trying to sell them for $375 (16 gb) or even $400 on Craigslist. There have been posts from the Apple Store telling people to not buy the iPads for more than $400. Also, people are trying to sell the iPad 3's for much more than what they are sold for.
cstu
Footballguy
CrossEyed
Footballguy
Haven't had a lot of time with it today, but my initial impression is that I'll be using my MacBook pro a whole lot less. For web surfing, email, messaging and probably a few other things I'm not thinking about right now, I can see myself going exclusively to the iPad. This thing is a real pleasure to use. The screen is pretty amazing.
dal_boys_phan
Footballguy
So far after playing with this for a few hours, definitely going to be a key component of my online life in the future. Screen looks great (especially with HD material) and once I figure out how to best integrate my Google-centric life (bookmarks from Chrome, contacts from Gmail) into this for now, I'll be really happy. Have not tried the Verizon 4G, but will be doing so during my New Brunswick to Jersey City commute next week, so I'll report back.
Otis
Footballguy
lol
Otis
Footballguy
Leeroy Jenkins
Footballguy
Finally got to open my box. It took a while to update all my apps on my laptop so i didnt get to play with it too too much.
However, this thing is gorgeous. Even the weather channel app looks amazing.
Any app must haves? I grabbed some of those new optimized ones, zite, netflix hbogo etc. whatelse?
Also, i notice that the ac adapter differs from the iphone's. Can you not recharge the ipad and iphone on the same charger?
However, this thing is gorgeous. Even the weather channel app looks amazing.
Any app must haves? I grabbed some of those new optimized ones, zite, netflix hbogo etc. whatelse?
Also, i notice that the ac adapter differs from the iphone's. Can you not recharge the ipad and iphone on the same charger?
Ned
Footballguy
The ipad charger is a higher voltage.
culdeus
Footballguy
cough...higher current
CrossEyed
Footballguy
But it will still charge it, just slower, correct?cough...higher current
culdeus
Footballguy
Yes. It is a giant battery. As an..ahem..eductated person about this cell I would strongly advise if you are going to use the smaller charger to charge to 100% with it every single time. Bad behavior would be to use phone charger go go from 20-60% then down to 40% then up to 100% on the big charger. This will make your battery gauge treat you with great suspicion. On a battery this size you could be looking at substantial (artificial) drops in capacity.But it will still charge it, just slower, correct?cough...higher current
Leeroy Jenkins
Footballguy
Good info here. Thanks.The iPad is a little heavier than I was expecting, but not a problem. I need to start going back to the gym anyway.Yes. It is a giant battery. As an..ahem..eductated person about this cell I would strongly advise if you are going to use the smaller charger to charge to 100% with it every single time. Bad behavior would be to use phone charger go go from 20-60% then down to 40% then up to 100% on the big charger. This will make your battery gauge treat you with great suspicion. On a battery this size you could be looking at substantial (artificial) drops in capacity.But it will still charge it, just slower, correct?cough...higher current
One thing I noticed, and this may be as simple as changing a setting but: when I delete an email message on the iPad in hotmail, it also ends up being in the deleted folder when I open hotmail on my PC. However, when I delete an email on my iPhone, the message remains unread and in the inbox on my PC. I think I prefer it still being unread.
CrossEyed
Footballguy
Picked up Notes Plus at the recommendation of a friend. If you plan to take notes with your iPad, this thing is great. Combines, writing, typing, audio...will automatically render shapes, allows you to move things around on the page after you have typed or written them just by selecting and dragging. It even has a handwriting recognition add-on that works pretty well. Have only had the chance to test it using my finger since I don't have a stylus yet, but I can see myself using this app in meetings a lot. My typing has always been slow, so to be able to write things down and convert it later to text is a pretty cool option for me.
can you not charge the ipad with a USB connection to laptop? Had mine connected the other day and it didn't charge at all.
culdeus
Footballguy
It is going to depend on the type of USB connection you have from your laptop.
culdeus
Footballguy
there are 3 types. Some laptops use a mixture, and the configuration can vary quite a bit. usb 2.0 is the min spec and can carry 500mA. 3.0 is the new standard and can carry 900mA. Unless your laptop is ancient it will have at least one 2.0 on it somewhere. Most commonly the rear ports are the high spec ports.Edit: Yes I know you can hot configure USB to have different charge rates, thanks.what are the different types?
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gmbacm
Footballguy
For the most part no. It will charge, but very, very slowly - and only if you have it turned off. At least that is my experience with the ipad1.
