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Re: iPad...meh
« Reply #25 on: January 28, 2010, 07:34:04 PM »
yeah but give it time. the refresh rates will become quicker and it'll also have color.
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« Reply #26 on: January 28, 2010, 07:38:12 PM »
Maybe they'll come with real paper too.
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« Reply #27 on: January 28, 2010, 07:43:55 PM »
I'm rather ambivalent about color eInk, but I'm sure for people who enjoy graphic novels, it'll be a big selling point.  I like the idea of readers for being able to take a bunch of books with you at a time, if you have reading ADD like I do.  Supposedly this will be the year of the ereader, we shall see.  I just don't understand how reading has been around for thousands of years, and yet the thought of digitizing it is having such an issue getting off the ground, let alone keep pace with the rest of technology and gadgets.

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« Reply #28 on: January 28, 2010, 08:03:28 PM »
I really don't see this thing selling that well. Initially it will, but then people will realize how much it sucks, and it's not a tablet PC.
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Re: iPad...meh
« Reply #29 on: January 28, 2010, 08:04:33 PM »
i think it'll sell depending on how quickly it gets hacked.
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« Reply #30 on: January 28, 2010, 08:09:51 PM »
I really don't see this thing selling that well. Initially it will, but then people will realize how much it sucks, and it's not a tablet PC.

I agree with this sentiment.  That what I thought it was till I actually took the time to read about it.

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« Reply #31 on: January 28, 2010, 08:20:10 PM »
I can't figure this out, mostly for one reason:  With a device like this, since it's not a phone, and it doesn't have SMS capability, why can't it have expandable memory?

There's no way I'd pay $100 for 16 more gigs of memory, or $200 for 48 gigs.  That's just a rip-off.  Since you can't easily type on it, forget using it for anything but large-size iPhone on the internet.  The iPhone does well for clicking-based stuff, but really doesn't work for typing, unless it's a last resort.

So I'd really find it useful for a few things:  A media device, naturally.  Mostly for videos.  Except it's actually very expensive compared to laptops that could do the same but have more memory.   Then there's apps.  There's an app for everything, I know...  Except more often than not, apps do about the same thing as a decent internet browser with few bookmarks do, don't they?  While apps are a selling point, they're really not that great of one.

The last idea is books, right?  Use it as an e-reader, if I understand.  But how long does the power last with that?  I suppose that's a non-issue, though, it's big enough you might just get used to treating it like a normal laptop, and just not use it like people use cellphones or other e-readers.

Truthfully, I can see people using it in a way that isn't intended.  By design, though not cost, wouldn't it make an awesome all-in-one remote?  You'd have to figure out how to make everything work with wi-fi, but imagine it controlling your house's lights, fans, televisions, dvd players/multimedia devices, and so on.

But as a stand-alone device?  It seems a bit lame and expensive.

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« Reply #32 on: January 28, 2010, 10:26:08 PM »
Truthfully, I can see people using it in a way that isn't intended.  By design, though not cost, wouldn't it make an awesome all-in-one remote?  You'd have to figure out how to make everything work with wi-fi, but imagine it controlling your house's lights, fans, televisions, dvd players/multimedia devices, and so on.

That sounds like an excellent misuse of the iPad. iHome app puts all you enabled devices at your finger tips.

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« Reply #33 on: January 29, 2010, 01:32:28 AM »
Iwata: (unimpressed)
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TOKYO (AP) -- Nintendo's president shrugged off the just unveiled iPad tablet computer from Apple as delivering "no surprises," and displayed as little enthusiasm for 3-D technology and high-definition upgrades for games.

"It was a bigger iPod Touch," Satoru Iwata said of the much anticipated device shown Wednesday by Apple Inc. CEO Steve Jobs.
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He made no pretense to hide he was totally unimpressed with the iPad.

"There were no surprises for me," said Iwata.


Apple says the iPad is a new kind of mobile device that is more intimate than a laptop but is packed with more functions than a mobile phone.

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« Reply #34 on: January 29, 2010, 01:48:07 AM »
I'm most likely going to buy one of these, but what I'd like to see is a regular iPod Touch with the contract-free pay-as-you-go data plan that this has.
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« Reply #35 on: January 29, 2010, 10:23:52 AM »
I have to admit I'm rather "meh" on the iPad too. A couple things, though:
  • iCall, a voip app developer, was given the green light to develop for the iPad. So there could be a phone app eventually...
  • Biggest missed opportunity? Lack of a front-facing camera. iChat is crying.
  • I don't know what your reasoning is, thatguy, but the App Store could easily be one of this thing's biggest selling points.
  • Not enough storage for the price. Not near enough. And why no SD Card slot?
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« Reply #36 on: January 29, 2010, 01:25:58 PM »
I've realized I have never owned any product made by Apple ever in my entire life.  That probably says something about me.  I find no use for this but then I've never felt any real desire to own ANY of their stuff.  It always seems like I get something that's more flexible for LESS money from a different company.

So as a result I find some bizarre joy is seeing Apple fans get all let down. :)  That's mean of me.  I really shouldn't find it funny.

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« Reply #37 on: January 29, 2010, 02:35:48 PM »
I have to admit I'm rather "meh" on the iPad too. A couple things, though:
  • Biggest missed opportunity? Lack of a front-facing camera. iChat is crying.

Could've been the first practical video phone.
Is there a camera on the back? They should have just copied the DSi and slapped 2 camera on there. Cameras aren't that expensive.

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« Reply #38 on: January 29, 2010, 05:48:24 PM »
Could've been the first practical video phone.
Is there a camera on the back? They should have just copied the DSi and slapped 2 camera on there. Cameras aren't that expensive.

Nope, no camera at all. Maybe they'll add one in a few future revision...

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« Reply #39 on: January 29, 2010, 10:13:35 PM »
Well next year when the iPad 3GS comes out, we'll get our answers. Then it will be iPad nano, which is actually just an iPod touch.
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« Reply #40 on: January 29, 2010, 11:13:47 PM »
I've realized I have never owned any product made by Apple ever in my entire life.  That probably says something about me.  I find no use for this but then I've never felt any real desire to own ANY of their stuff.  It always seems like I get something that's more flexible for LESS money from a different company.

So as a result I find some bizarre joy is seeing Apple fans get all let down. :)  That's mean of me.  I really shouldn't find it funny.

i have never owned any of their products, but for a long time have wanted a Mac, this looks like meh though. The only thing i can think about whjen i look at this is all the broken screens people will have. Its harder to break a screen on a smaller object like a regular ipod, but this is open for damage, unlike a laptop(or DS) that folds.

anyone want to start a company with me selling Ipad screen shields....?
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« Reply #41 on: January 29, 2010, 11:16:50 PM »
The only way the lack of a forward-facing camera makes any sense is if they're holding it back for the next model, but that's an incredibly arrogant thing to do, even by Apple standards.

I don't understand why people are so down on it for being a bigger iPod Touch; the iPod Touch is awesome, and the bigger screen opens up new possibilities.
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« Reply #42 on: January 29, 2010, 11:41:20 PM »
Are they gonna be subsidizing cost through AT&T with a 2 year data only contract?

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« Reply #43 on: January 29, 2010, 11:57:39 PM »
The data is no-contract, pay as you go, and can be turned on or off at any time right from the device. $15/month for 250 MB, $30 for unlimited. Given how high the premium is for the 3G version, I'll bet some of that money is going to AT&T.
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« Reply #44 on: January 30, 2010, 12:14:21 AM »
Yeah, I know that, but I was wondering if this was gonna have a subsidized model sold through AT&T with a contract.

I mean the 3G model is basically a table sized iPhone, so I don't see why they wouldn't lock someone into that kinda deal and sell it to them for $299 or something.

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« Reply #45 on: January 30, 2010, 12:33:47 AM »
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« Reply #46 on: January 30, 2010, 12:52:26 AM »
how absorbent is it



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« Reply #47 on: January 30, 2010, 01:18:10 AM »
That was helpful, sir.  This gives me even greater buying power.
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« Reply #49 on: January 31, 2010, 08:36:02 AM »
I see no use at all.

People keep saying ebook reader but it is going to be horrible as an ebook reader.  Ebook readers are already better than this and cheaper.  I have an eink ebook and it has the face dimensions of a paper back book so I can actually take it with me on the bus like a real book.  People say eink is good for the eyes and I like it, but the real advantage is I can read 4 books before I have to recharge the thing.  I read for about 1 and a half to 2 hours a day and it lasts for weeks.  Books that die on you aren't going to be popular.  Besides that ebooks aren't actually going to take off until other problems are solved.  Mainly that the readers are just too damn expensive.  People can get books for free at the library or buy dozens before they reach this price.  If I lived in an english speaking country I'd never have one.  Second the amount of different formats and drm out there is ridiculous.  You can't change books to other readers or computers with half the systems and every store sells different formats, some books seem to be certain format exclusive and changing formats is impossible thanks to drm and propietary formats.

What else would I buys this for?  It does all netbook/computer functions like **** compared to the competition without actually simplifying things in a worth while way.
I suppose it could be a writing tablet but there are probably better, cheaper alternatives out there.
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