iPad 2 Update
Josh C Webb asked:
The iPad 2′s arrival is definitely not long away. Rumour has it the official unveiling date will fall in February of 2011. Foxconn, one of Apple’s manufacturers, say they will be shipping 5-6 hundred thousand units in the next 120 days. All this, coupled with the white edition of the iPhone 4 and a potential 5th edition of the iPhone on the horizon, bodes for a massive year for Apple.
The expected iPad 2, or ‘second-gen’ iPad is expected to stay the same size – Steve Jobs said in an interview that 7 inches was too small for a tablet PC. The coming iPad is also expected to incorporate both front and back cameras to allow Facetime accessibility, a really great piece of software for video chatting. whether Apple will concede to public complaints and decrease the weight of the new edition remains to be seen.
Sources seem to indicate the iPad 2 will again lack a USB port. There are, however, rumours emerging of a potential SD card port, presumably to allow for direct image viewing from a digital camera or for extended memory – the largest of these providing 32GB at the moment. There will also be a port available on the vertical panel as well as the horizontal, allowing for horizontal docking.
As the iPad 2 hasn’t been unveiled yet, we can’t expect a release date sooner than April or May, with the iPhone 4 white probably being released around June and then the iPhone 5 about September. This spaces Apple’s 2011 release dates fairly evenly.
The iPad 2′s arrival is definitely not long away. Rumour has it the official unveiling date will fall in February of 2011. Foxconn, one of Apple’s manufacturers, say they will be shipping 5-6 hundred thousand units in the next 120 days. All this, coupled with the white edition of the iPhone 4 and a potential 5th edition of the iPhone on the horizon, bodes for a massive year for Apple.
The expected iPad 2, or ‘second-gen’ iPad is expected to stay the same size – Steve Jobs said in an interview that 7 inches was too small for a tablet PC. The coming iPad is also expected to incorporate both front and back cameras to allow Facetime accessibility, a really great piece of software for video chatting. whether Apple will concede to public complaints and decrease the weight of the new edition remains to be seen.
Sources seem to indicate the iPad 2 will again lack a USB port. There are, however, rumours emerging of a potential SD card port, presumably to allow for direct image viewing from a digital camera or for extended memory – the largest of these providing 32GB at the moment. There will also be a port available on the vertical panel as well as the horizontal, allowing for horizontal docking.
As the iPad 2 hasn’t been unveiled yet, we can’t expect a release date sooner than April or May, with the iPhone 4 white probably being released around June and then the iPhone 5 about September. This spaces Apple’s 2011 release dates fairly evenly.
iPad 2 Cases – The Many Different Types
Savannah Groeneveld asked:
People are often time overwhelmed with different types of iPad 2 cases available on the market today. Questions like “What kind of case will fit my needs?” and “Which case will provide the most protection for my iPad 2?” often cross the minds of iPad 2 users. These questions aren’t easy to answer if you aren’t familiar with the different types of iPad 2 cases available. Let’s take a look at each type of case and the advantages each provide for the user.
Hard Shell
Hard shell cases are the most minimalistic cases you can buy for your iPad. These usually are made out of hard plastic and predominantly protect the back and sides of the device. This type of protective gear typically has a bit of flexibility so that it can be flexed around the device when being put on and taken off.
Grip (TPU)
Some of the most common cases are made referred to as “Grip” cases and are made out of a material called TPU. It’s a flexible, jelly-like material that is extremely flexible, but rigid enough to hold its shape when not on the device. These are nice because they are super easy to grip and protect your iPad with a high level of protection. One of the most popular grip cases for iPad 2 is the Defender by Otterbox, which is nearly indestructible.
Folio Style
Folio style cases are very different from the hard-shell and grip ones. They are designed to look like a traditional binder in which your iPad is held in. These are great because the front flap protect the screen of the device when not in use. Most folio-style cases can be configured into a stand for the iPad, and even offer multiple viewing angles. These are available in both fabric and leather materials.
Sleeves
Another popular choice for the iPad 2 is a sleeve. Most sleeves are made out of a neoprene material, which helps protect the device. These totally in case the device within the sleeve and the device cannot be used when the sleeve is on the device. These are good for traveling and such but not ideal for those that want keep their case on while using the device. There are a lot of iPad 2 sleeves that are large enough to fit an iPad and another case inside of them.
These are just some of the different accessories that can be used to protect your iPad 2. Do a little research and see which type best fits your needs.
People are often time overwhelmed with different types of iPad 2 cases available on the market today. Questions like “What kind of case will fit my needs?” and “Which case will provide the most protection for my iPad 2?” often cross the minds of iPad 2 users. These questions aren’t easy to answer if you aren’t familiar with the different types of iPad 2 cases available. Let’s take a look at each type of case and the advantages each provide for the user.
Hard Shell
Hard shell cases are the most minimalistic cases you can buy for your iPad. These usually are made out of hard plastic and predominantly protect the back and sides of the device. This type of protective gear typically has a bit of flexibility so that it can be flexed around the device when being put on and taken off.
Grip (TPU)
Some of the most common cases are made referred to as “Grip” cases and are made out of a material called TPU. It’s a flexible, jelly-like material that is extremely flexible, but rigid enough to hold its shape when not on the device. These are nice because they are super easy to grip and protect your iPad with a high level of protection. One of the most popular grip cases for iPad 2 is the Defender by Otterbox, which is nearly indestructible.
Folio Style
Folio style cases are very different from the hard-shell and grip ones. They are designed to look like a traditional binder in which your iPad is held in. These are great because the front flap protect the screen of the device when not in use. Most folio-style cases can be configured into a stand for the iPad, and even offer multiple viewing angles. These are available in both fabric and leather materials.
Sleeves
Another popular choice for the iPad 2 is a sleeve. Most sleeves are made out of a neoprene material, which helps protect the device. These totally in case the device within the sleeve and the device cannot be used when the sleeve is on the device. These are good for traveling and such but not ideal for those that want keep their case on while using the device. There are a lot of iPad 2 sleeves that are large enough to fit an iPad and another case inside of them.
These are just some of the different accessories that can be used to protect your iPad 2. Do a little research and see which type best fits your needs.
The Verizon iPad 2: What You Need to Know About the Data Plans
Cameron Connery asked:
The Verizon iPad 2 is just what many people needed to make them want to buy the new iPad. Previously, users could only choose between the Wifi-only version and the AT&T version of the iPad. Now, with more options available to them, users have taken advantage of a busted monopoly and opted for getting their data plans through Verizon.
But how does Verizon’s data plans stack up to those at AT&T? Let’s take a look.
Verizon offers more options: The Verizon iPad offers two more data plan options than the AT&T version. AT&T only offers two data types: the 250 MB per month plan and the 2 GB per month plan. Verizon offers four plans:1 GB, 3 GB, 5 GB and 10 GB per month. Verizon’s services are cheaper: Even though Verizon does not offer a 250 GB per month option, their higher data plans are a better deal. When you could purchase AT&T’s data plan for $15 per month for 250 MB, you can purchase Verizon’s 3, 5 or 10 GB plans for only $10 per month, which is a way better deal. The Verizon iPad does not charge an activation fee: To be fair, neither does AT&T. But knowing that Verizon doesn’t charge an activation fee to begin using the data plan makes using them as a carrier that much cheaper of an option. No fee for cancelling or reactivating: You can cancel your monthly data plan at anytime without worrying about getting charged for cancelling or for reactivating. The whole idea is to not tie yourself down to a monthly data plan that doesn’t fit into your budget for 12 months. Verizon accommodates that for you, as does AT&T.The only advantage of going with AT&T over Verizon is if you wanted to pay $15 per month for 250 MB of data. Otherwise, Verizon’s plans are far cheaper.
Verizon also has a track record of being more reliable than AT&T, at least in the United States. AT&T’s GSM network is helpful for global traveling, but if you’re trying to use your iPad at the ball park in the heartland of the United States, AT&T’s network might let you down.
Getting the Verizon iPad doesn’t cost you any more than getting an AT&T iPad. They’re both more expensive than getting a Wifi-only one, but that’s it. Verizon still comes in the same 16GB, 32GB and 64GB models as the AT&T one.
Also, you can choose from black and white the same way you can with the AT&T and Wifi versions. So you don’t sacrifice anything at all by opting for the Verizon iPad over the AT&T one.
The Verizon iPad 2 is just what many people needed to make them want to buy the new iPad. Previously, users could only choose between the Wifi-only version and the AT&T version of the iPad. Now, with more options available to them, users have taken advantage of a busted monopoly and opted for getting their data plans through Verizon.
But how does Verizon’s data plans stack up to those at AT&T? Let’s take a look.
Verizon offers more options: The Verizon iPad offers two more data plan options than the AT&T version. AT&T only offers two data types: the 250 MB per month plan and the 2 GB per month plan. Verizon offers four plans:1 GB, 3 GB, 5 GB and 10 GB per month. Verizon’s services are cheaper: Even though Verizon does not offer a 250 GB per month option, their higher data plans are a better deal. When you could purchase AT&T’s data plan for $15 per month for 250 MB, you can purchase Verizon’s 3, 5 or 10 GB plans for only $10 per month, which is a way better deal. The Verizon iPad does not charge an activation fee: To be fair, neither does AT&T. But knowing that Verizon doesn’t charge an activation fee to begin using the data plan makes using them as a carrier that much cheaper of an option. No fee for cancelling or reactivating: You can cancel your monthly data plan at anytime without worrying about getting charged for cancelling or for reactivating. The whole idea is to not tie yourself down to a monthly data plan that doesn’t fit into your budget for 12 months. Verizon accommodates that for you, as does AT&T.The only advantage of going with AT&T over Verizon is if you wanted to pay $15 per month for 250 MB of data. Otherwise, Verizon’s plans are far cheaper.
Verizon also has a track record of being more reliable than AT&T, at least in the United States. AT&T’s GSM network is helpful for global traveling, but if you’re trying to use your iPad at the ball park in the heartland of the United States, AT&T’s network might let you down.
Getting the Verizon iPad doesn’t cost you any more than getting an AT&T iPad. They’re both more expensive than getting a Wifi-only one, but that’s it. Verizon still comes in the same 16GB, 32GB and 64GB models as the AT&T one.
Also, you can choose from black and white the same way you can with the AT&T and Wifi versions. So you don’t sacrifice anything at all by opting for the Verizon iPad over the AT&T one.
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