Author Topic: Comment: The frenzy over Apple's iPad (Read 10926 times)

Computer Hope Admin · « **on:** January 28, 2010, 03:38:30 AM »

When the doors to the long anticipated Apple Event in San Francisco opened there was a greater than ever frenzy to get into the auditorium and get a good seat. There has been more hype and conjecture over the anticipated Apple tablet launch than any product in recent memory, and when Steve Jobs walked onto the stage to talk to the assembled media the energy in the room was palpable.

The iPad, as Apple's tablet will be called, can almost be defined as the missing link — it's not a smart phone, not a computer, but a combination of each. "So much more intimate than a laptop and so much more capable than a smart phone," Jobs said.

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What's everyone's thoughts on the iPad? I really liked the fact that the lowest model is $499, but I still can't seem to justify even that. Personally don't see what I would use it for.

patio · « **Reply #1 on:** January 28, 2010, 07:57:56 AM »

An Interesting View...

evilfantasy · « **Reply #2 on:** January 28, 2010, 05:04:34 PM »

I'm predicting that it will be a big hit initially then fall off the map.

It's a big feature packed iPod Touch.

It's a small(er) featureless laptop.

If you already have one of each then getting this is just an ego boost IMHO.

patio · « **Reply #3 on:** January 28, 2010, 05:53:56 PM »

I predict....BUST.

rthompson80819 · « **Reply #4 on:** January 28, 2010, 06:11:38 PM »

Somehow, with all the hype, I can't help think the iPad is just an updated Newton with a color screen.

Anyone under 30 can look that up on Wikipedia.

chriscool9 · « **Reply #5 on:** January 29, 2010, 06:56:45 AM »

Quote from: evilfantasy on January 28, 2010, 05:04:34 PM

If you already have one of each then getting this is just an ego boost IMHO.

EXACTLY what I was thinking.
I just dont understand the advantages of getting one, at all. Its just a big iPhone it seems to me. A terrible substitute for a laptop

Chris
xx

Dr Jay · « **Reply #6 on:** January 29, 2010, 07:45:32 AM »

Quote from: chriscool9 on January 29, 2010, 06:56:45 AM

Its just a big iPhone it seems to me.

Totally agreed, and a total waste of money. I would rather buy a BlackBerry Storm over that. Apple should have never entered the phone market. They have made it worse, not better.

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #7 on:** January 29, 2010, 08:16:27 AM »

Quote from: evilfantasy on January 28, 2010, 05:04:34 PM

If you already have one of each then getting this is just an ego boost IMHO.

That pretty much sums up apple products nowadays.

Mulreay · « **Reply #8 on:** January 29, 2010, 10:07:01 AM »

I received the email this morning from Apple about the ipad. Unfortunately the price in the UK is still 'tba'. Knowing how things work we will probably be seriously over charged as always.
I think this is a great idea but still very much in it's infancy. May be this is the link to a future product that will be something that is more useful in day to day life.
Whilst portable I still feel the product needs to become 'more' portable to have genuine benefits.
May be with OLED screens coming into it's own now more companies will work towards an all in one hand held system. I think this could be the beginning of a true 'must' have product but not necessarily from Apple.

patio · « **Reply #9 on:** January 29, 2010, 10:57:57 AM »

JFYI...
US Dollars $499.00 to start...
All the way up to $849.00 for all the bells and whistles...

Carbon Dudeoxide · « **Reply #10 on:** January 29, 2010, 11:01:50 AM »

- No stylus

patio · « **Reply #11 on:** January 29, 2010, 11:21:44 AM »

Chriscool...
Did you pay your re-instatement fee ? ?
I did'nt get a notice from Accounts recievable yet...

Regards,
patio.

evilfantasy · « **Reply #12 on:** January 29, 2010, 02:37:50 PM »

A challenger appears!

Mulreay · « **Reply #13 on:** January 29, 2010, 02:48:38 PM »

Very funny evil_fantasy

Geek-9pm · « **Reply #14 on:** January 29, 2010, 03:04:02 PM »

Quote from: patio on January 28, 2010, 05:53:56 PM

I predict....BUST.

If you think so.. become a day trader and make some money of the Apple Roller-Coaster. A legal way to profit from others people's confusion.
But I stopped doing that. ..Ran out of money.

patio · « **Reply #15 on:** January 29, 2010, 03:27:24 PM »

Which is why i probably won't become a day trader...

truenorth · « **Reply #16 on:** January 30, 2010, 02:53:22 PM »

This but the latest gimmick on the technology road to try and induce those that must be at the "leading edge" to rush out and buy it. The real event will be when the technology is in commercial use for what is referred to as "cloud" technology. Then watch the commercialization of that as it will be like getting a free pass to the money making machines. Everything will be charged for.truenorth

Geek-9pm · « **Reply #17 on:** January 30, 2010, 03:44:33 PM »

Hey...psstt!

Coma over here...lets me show you
8 GB Video ipod on a writes watch...
newest thing.. You have have it real cheap
Got from China .. Gimme Just $40,
no questions please...

Dr Jay · « **Reply #18 on:** January 30, 2010, 04:08:07 PM »

Hehe, I got an iPod for free...but that is a secret. lol

meetzippo · « **Reply #19 on:** February 05, 2010, 11:04:11 AM »

My suggestion is that rather than view the iPad as something between a laptop and a smartphone, something people have potentially little need for, Apple should position its new device as 'the actual replacement for paper.'

Mulreay · « **Reply #20 on:** February 05, 2010, 11:08:19 AM »

Quote from: meetzippo on February 05, 2010, 11:04:11 AM

My suggestion is that rather than view the iPad as something between a laptop and a smartphone, something people have potentially little need for, Apple should position its new device as 'the actual replacement for paper.'

Erm no as that would be the 'Sony reader'. Already done.

Dr Jay · « **Reply #21 on:** February 05, 2010, 11:20:24 AM »

The Sony Reader, IMHO, is better.

michaewlewis · « **Reply #22 on:** February 05, 2010, 03:04:50 PM »

Names for each grade of the iPad: Light iPad, Medium iPad, and MaxiPad and if they ever allow tethering.... well, you can guess if I'll ever get any Apple gadgets.

I think tablet PCs are better than any of the other options. Reason? It's a full blown computer plus an e-reader. I've got a Fujitsu Stylistic that I use to browse the web, email, play games, watch movies, and read e-books. If I get tired of using the onscreen keyboard, I can always plug in a keyboard and mouse and prop it up against a book or something. And I can plug in an external dvd player, too.
Of course, I don't get the 1 week battery life that a kindle or sony ereader gets, but I think 4-5 hours is pretty good for the small battery.....

Computer Hope Admin · « **Reply #23 on:** February 05, 2010, 05:01:07 PM »

Also the problem with tablets compared to an e-reader such as the Sony Reader or Kindle is they're not using the e-ink technology which makes the text a lot easier to read. Also on many e-readers including the Kindle you can browse the Internet and listen to music, granted the browser experience isn't that great, but it's free over whispernet.

rthompson80819 · « **Reply #24 on:** February 05, 2010, 05:27:48 PM »

An opinion on the maxi, er, ipad.

http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2358684,00.asp

Computer Hope Admin · « **Reply #25 on:** February 06, 2010, 01:57:06 AM »

Quote from: rthompson80819 on February 05, 2010, 05:27:48 PM

An opinion on the maxi, er, ipad.

http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2358684,00.asp

Pretty good review and many of the complaints that overs continue to make. Over the years Dvorak has been pretty good at predicting the future and although he's been wrong in the past he's got a pretty good pulse on technology. Should be interesting to see what happens.

Carbon Dudeoxide · « **Reply #26 on:** February 06, 2010, 02:25:29 AM »

Have you seen their demo video?
http://www.apple.com/ipad/#video

The video itself makes me want to buy one. Knowing it had no multitasking capability and no flash....... Apple won't get my money yet!

Interesting videos to check out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jyo96P-SQiM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4sxP0Mdyg00

Computer Hope Admin · « **Reply #27 on:** February 06, 2010, 03:50:57 AM »

I've always been impressed with Apple's design and their marketing team, and I agree Carbon after watching that video it really is slick looking. Doesn't change my views on it though, still have yet to find any valid application I'd be able to use it for. I'll stick with my laptop.

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #28 on:** February 06, 2010, 09:42:49 AM »

I posted this in another thread but this one seems far more relevant to it, heh

http://rantpuppets.com/2010/01/the-first-hands-on-review-of-the-apple-tablet/

a review if the Apple iPad!

evilfantasy · « **Reply #29 on:** February 11, 2010, 12:42:41 PM »

evilfantasy · « **Reply #30 on:** March 01, 2010, 11:26:24 AM »

evilfantasy · « **Reply #31 on:** March 03, 2010, 05:46:48 PM »

Quote from: michaewlewis on February 05, 2010, 03:04:50 PM

Names for each grade of the iPad: Light iPad, Medium iPad, and MaxiPad and if they ever allow tethering.... well, you can guess if I'll ever get any Apple gadgets.

This is more of a reality then we probably realized. A company has taken the iMaxi into production with a $40 price tag.

iMaxi: Finally, the iPad Gets the Protection it Deserves

rthompson80819 · « **Reply #32 on:** March 03, 2010, 06:01:14 PM »

I guess it was just a matter of time.

Dr Jay · « **Reply #33 on:** March 04, 2010, 12:01:22 PM »

Haha

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