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iPad review


The iPad is apples new tablet device, I can't help but call it a giant iPod touch since it's runs the same operating system software and is aesthetics are a dead give away. But this is defiantly a new device, with apps taking full advantage of all the new screen real-estate making this a totally new experience. Though some apps are just bigger versions of the original iPod/iPhone apps and the use of the pixel doubler showcased by Steve jobs is terrible, as iPod/iPhone apps are pixelated and in some cases writing is unreadable. The LCD IPS display just pops and photo's movies and everything else looks awesome. The lack of a key features such as a camera, HDMI output, USB port and a SD card slot reduces the functionality of the iPad greatly when compared with other net books, which is the market that the iPad is competing for, though there is a camera connection kit for about another $50 but it still is an extra. when comparing the iPad to other e-readers such as the amazon kindle, the kindle comes out on top with it's huge library of books and the e-ink technology makes words look like they were printed on paper. The iBook store just can't compete with a limited number of books and the iPads LCD display stains they eyes after reading for a while, to alleviate the problem of the iBook store we have the amazon kindle app, where you can buy all the books from the amazon library and access the ones that you have already bought. Another factor of the iPad which reduces the reading experience and the usability is the weight of the device the first time I held the iPad, I could not help but think how heavy it was, even though it is lighter than any net book the weight distribution is different, so it strains the wrists as well. Be prepared to buy a screen protector for this, the screen is a finger print magnet. I find myself wipe the screen every now and then just to see objects on the screen. The new ios 4.2 update is stupid as the lock orientation switch has been changed to a mute switch, I find myself thinking WTF when there is a volume rock right next to it and lock orientation switch was very useful, now we have to go into the menu then turn on the orientation lock. The addition of wireless printing (AirPrint) and wireless display (airplay) do boost the usability of the iPad but still it feels like the device is not quite there thought this to be expected on all first generation products. What the iPad is, is a great toy as well as a great media consumption device with great games and interactive magazines, it will keep you entertained for hours. If you want the iPad for itself not to replace anything I'm pretty sure that you would love this device.
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