I wish it was. No other devices have this issue except the ones I mentioned. They just drop bars and sometimes lose connection and then I have to reconnect. My laptop never does this.
When's it coming out? I finally figured out a way to justify to myself an iPad purchase: I use the iPad for recreational internet use while devoting my computer only to work/school. Sure, it means spending $500(+?), but think of all the time saved not dicking around on my computer! That time is money!
conf is March 7 so possibly even as soon as that. More likely is a week or so after that though.
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There was a rumor last week that gained traction which indicated that the US prices would increase by $70-$80. That doesn’t appear to be the case.
We’ve gotten word that iPad pricing is going to be the same across the board as the current iPad 2 models which should be no big surprise given Apple’s history – they rarely raise prices. Even better, some countries with currencies doing better than the US dollar should expect to see marginal drops in prices.
Apple’s next-generation iPad will be called the iPad HD, not the iPad 3, a reliable source tells VentureBeat. Additionally, we’re hearing that Apple is now buying 7.1-inch screen components in preparation for a smaller iPad release later this year.
Gizmodo reported on the potential iPad HD name last week, citing accessory listings from Belkin and Griffin. Additionally, the Verge (back when it was called “This is my next”), reported on the iPad HD name way back in July. Our source has been accurate about Apple releases in the past, so combined with Gizmodo’s report, it seems like a very strong indication that Apple will be announcing the iPad HD on Wednesday.
Why iPad HD? As I discussed in my rumor roundup, Apple’s next iPad is expected to sport a ridiculously high-resolution display running at 2,048 by 1,536 pixels. By comparison, current iPads feature a much lower resolution 1,024 by 768 display. The higher-resolution display will not only make text and pictures sharper, it’ll also make the iPad HD the only tablet to support 1080p high-definition at its full resolution (1,920 by 1,080). Expect Apple to market the hell out of that feature.
Android tablets have been sporting 720p HD displays (1,280 by 720) for some time now, but if the reports are true, the iPad 3′s display will blow Android slates out of the water. (Update: A few 1080p Android tablets were shown at the Mobile World Congress last week from Asus, Acer, and Huawei. Still, the iPad HD would be the first one actually released.)
The iPad HD moniker is also a further sign that the new tablet won’t sport a quad-core A6 CPU, as some rumors have speculated. Instead, it’ll likely ship with an improved version of Apple’s dual-core A5 processor, dubbed the A5X.
Our information on Apple buying up 7.1-inch screen components comes from another source, and it differs slightly from recent Digitimes reports indicating that Apple is working on a 7.85-inch iPad for later in the year. Honestly, an iPad close to 8 inches doesn’t make much sense to me, especially since that’s only two inches smaller than the current 9.7-inch iPad display.
Something closer to 7 inches makes more sense for Apple, since it would be able to compete directly against Amazon’s $199 Kindle Fire, which will likely see a significant price reduction this Fall. Our source says Apple is particularly keen on taking back ground from the Kindle Fire, which is estimated to have sold 6 million units over the holidays. Apple is positioning the smaller iPad for launch later this year, but those plans could easily change, our source notes.
So uhh... why is it having only a souped up dual core a bad thing now? Is iPad 2 slow now or what?No one is trying to stop you from getting one. If I was getting a new one I would get this.
Also why were you banned? Is it eternal?
Wouldn't the condensation fuck with the internals?
And I'm not too impressed. Just an upgrade.
Is quadcore going to be really helpful for multi-tasking in a tablet?
I've never owned an ipad. Not sure why I would need one other than to play the iphone games I don't play anyhow on a bigger screen for $500.
Refreshing their store page to pre-order one now.
I've never owned an ipad. Not sure why I would need one other than to play the iphone games I don't play anyhow on a bigger screen for $500.
Refreshing their store page to pre-order one now.
As someone that has owned an iphone since '08, I never thought I'd ever want or need an iPad until I bought one out of the blue last year. Now I can't imagine going a day without it. It's replaced my laptop and netbook as my portable browser.
Really considering getting a 3 now.....that screen :o
and Infinity Blade Diabo looks cool.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Rp-TTtpU0I
I've never owned an ipad. Not sure why I would need one other than to play the iphone games I don't play anyhow on a bigger screen for $500.
Refreshing their store page to pre-order one now.
As someone that has owned an iphone since '08, I never thought I'd ever want or need an iPad until I bought one out of the blue last year. Now I can't imagine going a day without it. It's replaced my laptop and netbook as my portable browser.
Really considering getting a 3 now.....that screen :o
Well, I don't have a laptop or a netbook either...
When I'm at work I have a computer. At home I have a computer. At my couch watching tv/playing a console, I have my iphone to check e-mail/websites. When out I have my phone and it's not like I'm going to lug an ipad with me wherever I go walking down the street. Pretty much the only use I see for an ipad is to internet browse and stuff in bed. Which I already do on my iphone but it would be easier with a bigger screen. And well, to play iOS gaming which I am not a fan of in the first place.
This is going to be a "buy first and then figure out why you like it" product for me.
If I'm gonna buy a tablet, it's probably gonna be something like a top of the line Asus.
Don't you dare suggest Android faggotry to my Xbro. Smooth, wait for Windows 8 tablets.If I'm gonna buy a tablet, it's probably gonna be something like a top of the line Asus.
Should take a look at the Transformer Prime
Prediction: Bebpo will be the biggest iPad advocate on the planet inside a month
Prediction: Bebpo will be the biggest iPad advocate on the planet inside a month
32gb 4g/lte, here. MARCH 16 BABY
...but i see he is being a taco
I was talking about Bebpo specifically. He's already mentioned that he doesn't like typical ipad controls. Why worry about shit like upscaling if the controls bother him?
32gb 4g/lte, here. MARCH 16 BABY
WTF, I'm disappointed in you if you don't get 64gb. You wipe your ass with $100.
Or if it had Japanese phone games besides Chaos Rings...
though that's a whole 'nother story.
Looks okay.
Or if it had Japanese phone games besides Chaos Rings...
though that's a whole 'nother story.
There's plenty of Japanese games on Japanese store.
Also this shit is fucking expensive. I'm not dirty poor but I'm no high roller either. I spend like $350 on a new gaming system and it feels a lot. If I want a 32gig with 4G it's $730. That's like...a fuck lot of money.
Thinking about a 16gig wifi but that seems like not a lot of space.
When I spend that kind of cash on a videocard or a console or something I know it's going to last me 3-5 years. My iPhone's last me about 2 years and then they're totally outdated and I have to buy a new one to play the latest iOS games. I can't afford to buy a $700 toy that I'll need to replace for another $700 every other year to keep up with the latest games and apps for it.
The main reason I want an iPad is for business stuff because everyone I work with also busts one out at meetings to show documents and stuff. Hell, I've seen attorneys at court use iPads in front of the judge instead of bringing a folder of papers. It seems like a popular device with a lot of uses in the business world. So I kind of want one.
When I spend that kind of cash on a videocard or a console or something I know it's going to last me 3-5 years. My iPhone's last me about 2 years and then they're totally outdated and I have to buy a new one to play the latest iOS games. I can't afford to buy a $700 toy that I'll need to replace for another $700 every other year to keep up with the latest games and apps for it.
The main reason I want an iPad is for business stuff because everyone I work with also busts one out at meetings to show documents and stuff. Hell, I've seen attorneys at court use iPads in front of the judge instead of bringing a folder of papers. It seems like a popular device with a lot of uses in the business world. So I kind of want one.
Not to be rude or presumptuous but based on your posting history I don't see why you would buy an ipad for gaming. It doesn't seem like it would be for you at all. The vita seems far more your speed.
As far as business I think yes an ipad can have some legit business uses but if I was serious about using one for business I would still most likely end up using some version of a laptop for that.
Ipads are great tweener devices. They do a bit of everything and do a wonder job with ios style gaming. They are great for surfing, podcasts, music, etc and other kind of lazy ass pursuits. If that doesn't fit you then you probably shouldn't get one.
I say this with the opinion that I think an ipad is wonderful and for my uses has utterly replaced my laptop. But then I'm not demanding that it function as a psp/laptop and perform better than what those specific devices are good for.
32gb 4g/lte, here. MARCH 16 BABY
Hoping the awesome res bump means the iPhone 5 will also get a crazy-ass high res screen for its size, too.
Hoping the awesome res bump means the iPhone 5 will also get a crazy-ass high res screen for its size, too.
It already has one...
Hoping the awesome res bump means the iPhone 5 will also get a crazy-ass high res screen for its size, too.
It already has one...
Higher.
wtf is an ipadRobots use them for surfing the crimson tide.
Has anyone tried watching a POV video and then shooting on the star's "face"? Not that I would ever do anything like that, of course.
My father ordered one; will check his out on March 16th, but I still have no interest in tablets...think this would be great for my wife but she's happy with her MacBook. Hoping the awesome res bump means the iPhone 5 will also get a crazy-ass high res screen for its size, too.32gb 4g/lte, here. MARCH 16 BABY
Weren't you saying on the Borecast that you had no need for tablets, because of your smartphones and laptops, and sold yours off? ???
http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/07/new-ipad-competition-specs/
That ASUS Transformer Pad has some pretty nice specs.
Going to give it to my dad to use for workhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0FVm_H_D18
So it is quadcore? Lots of people said this wasn't happening
So it is quadcore? Lots of people said this wasn't happening
http://www.ubergizmo.com/2012/03/apple-a5x-not-quad-core/
Does the new processor run much faster even without being quad-core? My dad is kinda anal about waiting for apps to work, which is why I installed him a SSD and lots of ram for his laptop. He also likes to open a whole bunch of windows. I was just thinking that he might as well wait for a quad-core version since it should be out in less than a year.
Does the new processor run much faster even without being quad-core? My dad is kinda anal about waiting for apps to work, which is why I installed him a SSD and lots of ram for his laptop. He also likes to open a whole bunch of windows. I was just thinking that he might as well wait for a quad-core version since it should be out in less than a year.
I believe the CPU is clocked higher than 2 and, more importantly, it has 1GB of RAM versus 512MB.
Totally solves the comic spread issue i've had since ipad 1. boom. Will buy 3, having bought 1 and 2. iPad is a part of my life.
You should take your mustang to an aftermarket modification shop. A friend in the industry told me that the mustang's engine has one of the highest potential for drawing extra horsepower. That would be so awesome if you can get it to 500-600.
Totally solves the comic spread issue i've had since ipad 1.
I wanted to hate the iPad, but its proven to worth every dollarGod me too. Apple are like an insanely hot girl who wants to give you a night of intense passions, but after the most mind-blowing brain-melting orgasm she asks for a nice meal at the kind of restaurant that has decent taster menus. But it only happens once a year.
I have come to enjoy the sight of freezing hordes waiting outside the apple store, while I wait at home in comfort for my pre-order to show up. Mind-boggling behaviour, considering most of 'em likely had to take a day off work to do it...
I don't understand why laptops still seem to be using the same resolution as 5 or 6 years ago. I'd like to see Apple implement this technology into OSX and their macbooks in the future.You can find plenty of 1920x1080 laptops.
I'll be getting one of these in a few weeks, a 32 gig white one I think.
I don't understand why laptops still seem to be using the same resolution as 5 or 6 years ago. I'd like to see Apple implement this technology into OSX and their macbooks in the future.You can find plenty of 1920x1080 laptops.
I'll be getting one of these in a few weeks, a 32 gig white one I think.
More than that isn't needed unless you like watching everything in blur mode (non native res).
Oh. Dunno if you will find any, waste of pixels blahblahblah.I don't understand why laptops still seem to be using the same resolution as 5 or 6 years ago. I'd like to see Apple implement this technology into OSX and their macbooks in the future.You can find plenty of 1920x1080 laptops.
I'll be getting one of these in a few weeks, a 32 gig white one I think.
More than that isn't needed unless you like watching everything in blur mode (non native res).
1920x1080 laptops in the same screen size range as the iPad?
BRO!!!!!!!
At first I was like damn, but then I realized they're using Fahrenheit. 3 degrees centigrade is nothing to be worried about, imo.