Comments on: Apple Introduces the iPad

By: TheHalfShow.com

TheHalfShow.com — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:44:59 +0000

The things you talked about that the iPad doesn’t have will probably come soon.

No built-in camera so no video chats (Apple could open up the hardware so third parties could make a better camera to go into the dock connector).
No Flash support, so web browsing will still be challenging for many sites (Adobe and Apple need to get it together).
No multitasking improvements (running multiple 3rd party apps simultaneously) (Apple will surely open this up soon)

You don’t have to cross your fingers to tight, “If you build it, them will come” and Apple has built it!!!

By: Apple releases new iPad mobile device – ;prettyGeeky

Apple releases new iPad mobile device – ;prettyGeeky — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 08:03:53 +0000

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By: Owin Thomas

Owin Thomas — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 21:43:59 +0000

I was just thinking that myself. A 2nd connector, or an extension cable.

By: Ina

Ina — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 13:55:01 +0000

Epson already has an iPhone app. Epson iPrint, that prints to the Epson Artisan 800 and 810 wirelessly. It is only a matter of time for other print vendors to add apps for their wireless products and Epson to expand the number of printers it supports.

Ina

By: robertl

robertl — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 18:26:19 +0000

We’ve come a long way from the C:\> prompt, haven’t we? Maybe we have finally moved on into the realm of real usability for real users. Like I’ve said before: Microsoft builds stuff for its stockholders, Apple builds stuff for its users…….

By: terrywhite

terrywhite — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 18:16:26 +0000

the problem with going larger on flash memory is the cost of it. Same goes for solid state hard drives. Once those prices come down further we’ll probably see iPads with larger storage capacities.

By: Carla

Carla — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 17:43:01 +0000

I guess my biggest question is regarding the memory capacity. I’m relatively new to the iPod Touch world (AT&T doesn’t work here so no iPhone) but if 8GB – 64GB can fit in the same sized housing, what’s up with the skimpy 64GB for the iPad??? At a bit more than 2x the iPod Touch size, certainly more memory could’ve been added. I really like my iPod and would really – really like to have a larger screen with at minimum 128GB memory but for now with what the iPad is spec’d at, I’m kind of left with that “Well isn’t that special” thought. I’ll be watching and waiting and hoping and thinking good thoughts…

(BTW – no flashplayer??????? REALLY????? A minor ugh for my iPod but a major U G H!!! for the iPad.)

By: Andrew D Rodney

Andrew D Rodney — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 23:28:14 +0000

Great article about the hardware here:
http://www.macworld.com/article/146020/2010/01/ipad_faq.html

Is there any way to get files off of the device? Can I access the filesystem when it’s docked?

We don’t yet have all the details about how the iPad will differ from the iPhone in this respect. There is a file-sharing feature built into the iPad and used by Apple’s iWork apps; this suggests that the iPad will offer a space where apps can write data and that Macs or PCs will be able to mount and access like a shared folder. We’re not sure if this sharing will happen over Wi-Fi, when connected to a computer via USB, or both.

By: David

David — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 23:27:25 +0000

There is no webcam on the IPad! And this is really an unforgivable mistake. Why? Here is why: when the first IPhone appeared, back in 2007, with his new multi touch interface, suddenly it was “the future in the present”. A kind of Star Trek device which would have been teleported to the 21st century. Of course, now we don’t have this feeling anymore but back three years ago this “future in the present” effect was one of the big reasons of the huge IPhone hype.

Do we have this feeling with the IPad? No we don’t. And what enrages me is that it could have been the case. Think: you’re sit on a bench in a park, or in a remote place 10000 miles from your home and you want to call AND see your girl/boy friend or anyone you wish. Then, instead to take out of your bag a laptop that you need to unfold, etc… what you have is something that looks, virtually, like a piece of glass. And thanks to it – and Skype! – your girl/boy friend would magically appear even if you’re up in the mountain or lost in the jungle as long as there is a 3G connection. Wouldn’t it be great? Do you remember the sequence in Stanley kubrick’s “2001, a Space Odyssey” when the scientist on a space station use a videophone to call on Earth his little daughter for her birthday? In the movie they were in 2001 and we are in 2010! Okay, i’m kidding, but frankly what the hell was the problem to put a web cam on the top of the IPad? It would have changed everything.

If Steve has to learn a lesson in all this, it’s this one: ALWAYS BRING THE FUTURE IN THE PRESENT, that the key of the success.

By: terrywhite

terrywhite — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 23:12:19 +0000

Nope, that’s normal. Thanks!

By: chris owens

chris owens — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 23:01:34 +0000

terry, sorry if this comment looks like referral spam; i guess wordpress automatically made it b/c of i linked to your blog? anyway, feel free to delete it.

By: Fortinbras

Fortinbras — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:48:58 +0000

Apple’s revolutionary innovation will eventually grow after this initial pumped up period during it’s unveiling. The touch screen and Job’s potential to fix some problems will definitly to make the iTablet a success story in the futuire.

By: Felton

Felton — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 18:12:26 +0000

Steve Job’s groovy iTablet will rapidly blow up after the first over-hype launch during it’s unveiling. The lack of keyboard and Apple’s potential to fix defections will start to make the iTablet a success in the time ahead.

By: Steve

Steve — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:31:52 +0000

This thing looks great but it would be even better if Adobe would put Lightroom and Photoshop on it. If Lightroom was available I would get one. Right now I carry two computers with me when I travel. My work PC and my macbook. I would love to ditch the macbook and carry this but it would have to run lightroom in order for me to do that. I often take photos when I travel for work for my daily photo blog. Lightroom is a must to have with me.

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