Apple iPad - Wireless Reading Device Game Changer!Well, Apple Inc. did it again with the launch of the Apple iPad in April 2010! The literal revolution that Apple created in the smartphone industry with its launch of the iPhone is truly unbelievable. When you think about it, they weren't even a phone manufacturer, or in the wireless space at all for that matter. And yet, their thoughtful innovation, and great customer experience launched them into number one, with one of the most sought after smartphones on the planet; it really is unbelievable! Enter the Apple iPad, and you've got yourself a revolution in what was actually an immature wireless reading device category. So what's so unique about Apple's product? During one of his presentations, Jobs stated that the problem with Netbooks is that they didn't do anything really really well. In fact, they took everything that a laptop computer has or does, and makes it worse! Slower processors, less memory, smaller screens and keyboards, and generally other than being small and portable, they don't offer an improvement to anything available at the time of their release; they were essentially a compromise of everything for the smaller form factor. And everyone knows that Apple never settles for anything but extraordinary!
Jobs then went on to explain how the Apple iPad is not a portable laptop, nor just a Wireless Reading Device, but rather, it offers a superb reading and portable Internet browsing experience not available on any other device. It does not replace a laptop computer or a netbook. It is a device that you can keep in your kitchen, family room, bedroom, or bathroom (ok, I added that last one!), and just grab it when you want to read something, or pull up a Web page. It's intuitive and simple, with an amazing display and super long battery life. Of  course,
I don't work for Apple, and I don't currently own an iPad, however, I
have had the opportunity to use them on many occassions.
Despite its limitations compared to other strong competitors
like the Samsung Galaxy series, the iPad was to the tablet industry
what the iPhone was to the smartphone industry. If you've had
personal experience with
the Apple iPad, please do share it by scrolling down and entering it in
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below.Similar to the Amazon Kindle, the iPad has wireless access, coming in WiFi and 3G/WiFi version. For those opting for the 3G version and wishing to have Internet access (i.e. not just to download ebooks), you'll have to pay a monthly fee (ex. $30/month) for that luxury. Ten years ago, who would have thought that we'd be paying so much for Internet access for all of our devices/toys: home cable/DSL Internet, wireless phone/smartphone, broadband modem, wireless reading device...wow! I envision a day in the not-so-distant future where WiFi is everywhere, and it will either be completely free, or we'll pay a monthly access fee that covers all of our devices...but that's another topic altogether! In the meantime, we'll need to pay a premium for our gadgets to have Internet access, and if you're smart, you'll go the no contract route! Carriers do offer no contract monthly plans for iPads and other tablet devices, however, in my opinion, the option that provides customers with the most flexibility is to buy a MiFi mobile hotspot device. Most allow you to connect to up to five WiFi enabled devices at the same time, which means that you don't have to buy a separate data plan just for your iPad or other similar device. You just have to make sure that you have a good understanding about how much data you need so you can buy the right plan. Of course, if it's a prepaid MiFi plan, you'll never have to worry about crazy overages! You can learn more about this amazing option at the MiFi page, including prepaid MiFi plan options. Also, feel free to share your comments in the iPad Reviews form below! Share Your iPad Reviews!Do you have experience or opinions about the Apple iPad wireless reading device? Super useful, or just another gadget to keep charged up? How does it compare to other ebook readers? Read Other iPad ReviewsClick on the links below to see what others have said about the Apple iPad! Steve Jobs Dies On October 5 2011 On October 5th 2011 the world received the news that Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple, died after years of struggling with pancreatic cancer. I could say ...
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Apple iPad So-So
On first impression: Very cool monster sized iPod Touch with 3G wireless capability, and a WHOLE LOAD OF APPS! Great for kids.
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Got the Ipad a week ago. Quick comments: Apple iPad - I Believe In Magic Again I just want to say that I love my new iPad and that I'm amazed at how well it works. I bought one for my niece as an early Christmas present (just to check ... Not a review at all! How can this be called a review when the writer never even picked up a device. How can you say the Meal was terrific if you never picked up a fork and ... Can You Justify Buying an Apple iPad? I have to say that I think the Apple iPad is super cool! It just looks so darn sleek with a brilliant display. And those commercials make it look like ...
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