The iPad 2 Has Landed!
The much anticipated iPad 2 went on sale on March 11 -- the day the earthquake struck Japan. And just as the tsunami that followed, Apple's iPads too have seen a demand never seen before. Apple sold between 400,000 to 500,000 devices and retailers had run out of stock the day after it went on sale! It is now estimated that it will take 3-4 weeks for new orders to be delivered.
What makes iPad 2 so desirable?
Apple has not only added two colors - black and white, but also made the device one-third thinner and lighter than the original. iPad 2 uses Apple's latest processor, dubbed A5 that can run at 1 GigaHertz speeds, nearly twice compared to its predecessor. Even with the higher speed, the device still consumes the same low power and has a battery life of 10 hours -- a significant achievement for Apple.
The front and back cameras enable a bunch of applications, most importantly Apple's Facetime for video chatting with friends and family. The cameras also allow you to take still pictures and record video at up to 30 frames/second.
A Smart Cover?
Apple has new tricks up its sleeve every time and this time, it is the smart cover. At the product launch, Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO unveiled a magnetic cover that not only doubles as a stand, but wakes up the iPad when the cover is opened and puts the device in sleep mode when it is closed. The cover even has a microfiber surface that cleans the smudges on the screen!
A look back at 'Touch Screen' technology
What makes Apple products unique? It is the amazing and easy to use touch screen technology, first demonstrated in the iPhone devices, which allows users to navigate the various applications and websites with just their fingertips.
The screen looks just like a computer monitor and has a layer of touch screen elements that store a tiny electrical charge on top of it. This is covered by a scratch resistant glass screen. This technology is called "capacitive" touch screen and relies on the conducting properties of the human body. When a person touches the screen, a tiny charge is transferred through their body to the ground. The computer detects this change of charge and responds to the touch instruction. Now try touching the screen with gloves on, or using a pen or pencil - does it work?
Big touch screens were used for the first time to cover the 2008 Presidential election in the U.S.
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Well i think that an ipad is good to have because you can put different things that could help you in school. you can help yourself do great in school and make yourself a bright and a star student
Wow. Technology is changing everyday. That`s pretty hard to believe.
My cousin has an IPAD. It rocks.
really i can't belive this is true because i think it is about time
I kind of think iPads are sort of a waste. They are basically giant iPhones. But I suppose the extra features attract some people.
It's soo cool! I wish I had an ipad 2. I'll have to be content with an ipod touch...
this is better than the ipad1
tell me about it. i want one soooooooo bad
When will the ipad-3 come!!!
i have been begging my mom to buy me an ipad for so long, that this thing is the only thing i have been thinking about since i asked awesome!
I think that ipad 2 is a waste, the nerve of some people to make another one.
Wow ! I They Come out with the ipod touch then the iphone then the ipad and now the ipad 2 Every one is going to buy it and then they will come out with a newer one and then every one will buy that one ! arrrgh Spending Money Like No tomorrow !
My mom has the ipad but not the new one. And any way i think it is kind of dumb that they would make another one. And i heard the otter box case has like 5 pieces to put it together and it cost about 100 dollars that is killer.
the i pad 2 looks pretty similar to the ipad , but the differences are that it is lighter , they come in different colors and it has 2 cameras
iPads rock! My mom is gonna get an iPad 2 for her birthday, but we gotta wait! :O
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ipads, they are great, they could come in handy, when you need them the most. You could also download stories on it , there is a lot of things about it that could like "just hit you"
i think we do need it.
The ipad is something that i really want because my friends have it. The ipad is a big progress for the united states. Interesting that the Ipad came out when the earthquake hit Japan.
these ipads are cool
First the iPhone 2 came out and was purchased by most people. By the time the next version of iPhone came out, their iPhone 2 had defects in them. So, they disposed off their iPhone 2 and bought iPhone 3G.
After 2 years, iPhone 3G started showing defects, and they purchased iPhone 3GS.
This proves one thing- Apple products are not ever-lasting. That is how their business works. They do not make their products last for long, because they want people to keep buying their goods. Thus, Apple goods are always in demand.
This is firstly, very bad for the environment because thousands are dumping their Apple products every year. They are bought and disposed and this cycle continues.
That is why, I don't like Apple products even though they sound so awesome. They work for their own profits and do not check the durability of their products. Not even once in the article, will you see the words ' ever-lasting'.
These new innovations are amazing. I keep pestering my dad to get the ipad. A sleeker unit, 10 hours of battery life, and an incredibly fast processor seal the deal.
They make the first bad so they can claim the second is better. It's all marketing.
I don't think so. Apple has a knack for coming up with new, attractive features that intrigue buyers. That's why all the products are so popular.
the apple company is becoming very creative with it's prouducts
is there going to be a i pad 3???
Every year Apple launches a new product to keep their business going. I am sure there will be newer versions of an iPad in the next few years, but don't ask me whether they will name it iPad 3.
yeah boy.. finally another one
I cant wait to try the ipad2 i think it is realy cool to use. does it have gps or a map or a camera on it? does it have games? can u call on it? how much does a ipad2 cost?
this is a really cool website to use for information and history. thank you.
the ipad2 is so cool i want it so badly i wish they didnt cost that much
Apple has an awesome web site.. When did u make the ipad2?
Could you have let us know sooner!!!!! know i have some questions (1) how did you find out? (2) were did you get the information?
The iPads are way too big for when you get a phone call - you would have to use two hands. I also think that both versions look the same.
really that is true.
Yeah, i cant tell the difference. But you could use skype to call and then you would be able to see the other person as well.
i think that is realy amazing because i love electronics i love japan
Apple is always making and innovating their products. They need to; how else will they earn their money. Yes, iPad is perfect, but they need more money and more customers so they made iPad2. It's all business.
I dont like i pads. The last one i had broke - the screen busted and i got mad but it was fun to begin with. Can u make your next new thing indestructible?
why did you throw it down on the ground lol
dude they just did!!!
this is really dumb, the first one works and that is all that matters, right?
ipad - what are u going to make next..
we dont need all this stuff
Why get another one? There are probably some people who have multiple iPhones as well.
Why not get another one?
why would you waste your money? the ipad 1 is just fine, I mean it works doesn't it? my ipod has to be charged every day most of the time, and I'm not running out to get a new one.
For people who have not yet gotten the first iPad, they may want to try the new one.
nothing wrong with that, I just find it really wasteful to buy the new one if you already have the first one.
hello genna - why is it wasteful?
it wastes your money to buy something just so you can say "I have the ipad2". you understand what I mean?