Big reason I love my iPad

[MikeOKC]

I just got this in my email from CNET:

http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-20035094-1.html

This is why I absolutely LOVE my iPad. I've always said I get more than 10 hours battery life (which is what is advertised) and now, CNET shows me I'm not alone.

[Pete]

For me, by far the most compelling features of the iPad are the battery life and instant-on.

Still, since it won't replace either my iPhone or my laptop, I continue to stay on the sidelines with this one.

I'd like to see a full laptop with the same features. I know the new MacBook Air are getting close but they are very expensive and I don't want a Mac.

[OKCMallen]

For me, by far the most compelling features of the iPad are the battery life and instant-on.

Still, since it won't replace either my iPhone or my laptop, I continue to stay on the sidelines with this one.

I'd like to see a full laptop with the same features. I know the new MacBook Air are getting close but they are very expensive and I don't want a Mac.

We have one iPhone 4, one iPad, and one PC laptop in our house (no kids) and we're pretty set. I'd love my own iPad but the need simply isn't there.

[jn1780]

Its kinda of hard to not have a PC when most work places use PC's and you occasionally need to bring work home. Having a decent PC along with Apple products can be pricey.

[Of Sound Mind]

Its kinda of hard to not have a PC when most work places use PC's and you occasionally need to bring work home. Having a decent PC along with Apple products can be pricey.

Fortunately, I don't have to do that anymore... I have Apple products exclusively at home... gave away my PC recently... with Citrix, I can now do work stuff on my Mac.

[metro]

Its kinda of hard to not have a PC when most work places use PC's and you occasionally need to bring work home. Having a decent PC along with Apple products can be pricey.

Good thing Microsoft makes a office package for macs. Also, I have office suite on my iPad where I do most of my work

[MikeOKC]

Its kinda of hard to not have a PC when most work places use PC's and you occasionally need to bring work home. Having a decent PC along with Apple products can be pricey.

I own exactly two (2) Apple products - the iPod Touch and my iPad. The whole PC/Apple thing has never been a problem for me. I use the iPad app Quickoffice and it allows me to do just about anything with Microsoft product formats. In fact, when I first got my iPad I bought into this business of it being just a "content consumption" device. I am amazed at how productive I am on the iPad. Using Quickoffice along with Chapters for writing, Goodreader, Notability and Dropbox, I have pretty much replaced my laptop for a huge percentage of my productive hours.

Coincidentally, there's an article on Lifehacker today about tablets and productivity:
http://www.lifehacker.com.au/2011/03...ctivity-tools/

[td25er]

I own exactly two (2) Apple products - the iPod Touch and my iPad. The whole PC/Apple thing has never been a problem for me. I use the iPad app Quickoffice and it allows me to do just about anything with Microsoft product formats. In fact, when I first got my iPad I bought into this business of it being just a "content consumption" device. I am amazed at how productive I am on the iPad. Using Quickoffice along with Chapters for writing, Goodreader, Notability and Dropbox, I have pretty much replaced my laptop for a huge percentage of my productive hours.

Coincidentally, there's an article on Lifehacker today about tablets and productivity:
http://www.lifehacker.com.au/2011/03...ctivity-tools/

How long did it take to get used to the horrible keyboard? I used one for a few hours and wanted to kill myself trying to type on that stupid thing with cramped "keys" (I don't even have big hands) and keys that are out of place (like the colon, semicolon)

[HewenttoJared]

For me, by far the most compelling features of the iPad are the battery life and instant-on.

Still, since it won't replace either my iPhone or my laptop, I continue to stay on the sidelines with this one.

I'd like to see a full laptop with the same features. I know the new MacBook Air are getting close but they are very expensive and I don't want a Mac.

I sold my laptop, quit playing mmo's, and haven't looked back.

[WilliamTell]

After my current laptop dies im going to replace it with a ipad or other tablet depending on the price/features at the time.

[redrunner]

I've been contemplating upgrading my 2007 MacBook to a MacBook Pro but I'm leaning towards an Ipad 2 to save some cash and still maintain my original MacBook.

[BBatesokc]

I've been contemplating upgrading my 2007 MacBook to a MacBook Pro but I'm leaning towards an Ipad 2 to save some cash and still maintain my original MacBook.

Recently sold my MacBook Pro '09 model and upgraded to a 2011 model. Absolutely love it. I definitely see a performance difference.

Sold my iPad 1 a week or so ago and will get the iPad2 this Friday. Can't wait!

I have a 17" Windows PC, a netbook, a iPod Touch, a 17" MacBook Pro, and a 27" '10 model iMac. With all those toys, I still consistently used my iPad1 more than any other. For me, other than video editing, I could do anything I needed on my iPad.

[redrunner]

@bates are you planning on ordering online or in store? Which model of ipad 2 do you recommend for a guy that just uses his mac for online chatting, internet browsing, itunes, iphoto, streaming movies?

[metro]

@bates are you planning on ordering online or in store? Which model of ipad 2 do you recommend for a guy that just uses his mac for online chatting, internet browsing, itunes, iphoto, streaming movies?

Just get the 16gb wifi if that's all you're doing and save some cash.

[BBatesokc]

Just get the 16gb wifi if that's all you're doing and save some cash.

You'll eventually wanna sell it and the 16GB is the hardest to sell. Don't go any smaller than 32GB or you'll regret it.

Trust me, its worth the $200 difference. Just putting a few movies and a decent size iPhoto library on an iPad will eat up the 16GB.

[BBatesokc]

I am hearing that online orders will be delivered early the next week. So, I will probably order online. I'm going to check, if WalMart/Target/Best Buy are getting them Friday too, then I will consider buying from them. The Apple store at Penn Square will be a mad house.

As with all things Apple, I suggested buying the most decked out version of whatever idevice you are wanting if it is in your budget. I bought myself and my mom the iPad 1 and went with the 64GB version. For her it was overkill, for me it was just right. Mostly because I put alot of video on my iPad.

[redrunner]

Cool thanks, I'll consider that when I purchase.

[metro]

Not true bates, he suggested he was a light user, I've got hundreds of photos, thousands of songs, and about 10 movies, plus tons of other stuff and I'm eating up about 17gb of my 32gb. This is my primary computer, well I have a laptop and desktop, but rarely ever use them anymore. I consider myself a heavy iPad user, the average user doesn't need that much data

[BBatesokc]

Nothing not true about my statement - just a matter of opinion - BIG DIFFERENCE. And, I think its opinions he is looking for.

All depends on what apps you buy (size), how many photos you consider 'alot' and what size your photos are saved at. Not to mention movies - how long are they and do you save them at high enough resolution to connect and watch on a TV in good quality.

Also, considering he doesn't have an iPad he really doesn't know how light of a user he'll end up being. For $100 he can double his memory from 16 to 32 and have plenty of room in most cases without regrets.

Same thinking should go into buying hard drive space and RAM on a desktop or laptop computer - get as much as you can afford. Doesn't hurt to have too much but its frustrating to have too little.

[td25er]

Nothing not true about my statement - just a matter of opinion - BIG DIFFERENCE. And, I think its opinions he is looking for.

All depends on what apps you buy (size), how many photos you consider 'alot' and what size your photos are saved at. Not to mention movies - how long are they and do you save them at high enough resolution to connect and watch on a TV in good quality.

Also, considering he doesn't have an iPad he really doesn't know how light of a user he'll end up being. For $100 he can double his memory from 16 to 32 and have plenty of room in most cases without regrets.

Same thinking should go into buying hard drive space and RAM on a desktop or laptop computer - get as much as you can afford. Doesn't hurt to have too much but its frustrating to have too little.

It's completely beyond me how in 2011 16gb costs you $100. Ridiculous.

[Stew]

Great tips BBatesokc.

I've been waiting for a month for Friday's release to get my first iPad. I don't know why I want an iPad other than I'm so impressed with my iPhone 4 that I think what the heck. I never thought before I had one I'd use my iPhone as much as I do and I do use it all the time. Ya know toys.

I will get the one with the biggest gbs but I'm debating on the the 3G. My gut says get it even if you don't plan on using it because you might change your mind down the road. My head says why pay for something you don't plan on using.

My question to iPad users. 3G or no 3G? Your thoughts.

[OKCMallen]

Great tips BBatesokc.

I've been waiting for a month for Friday's release to get my first iPad. I don't know why I want an iPad other than I'm so impressed with my iPhone 4 that I think what the heck. I never thought before I had one I'd use my iPhone as much as I do and I do use it all the time. Ya know toys.

I will get the one with the biggest gbs but I'm debating on the the 3G. My gut says get it even if you don't plan on using it because you might change your mind down the road. My head says why pay for something you don't plan on using.

My question to iPad users. 3G or no 3G? Your thoughts.

Absolutely 3G. Without a damned question in my mind. Why would you ever invest so much money in a piece of technology that is as good as a brick data-wise unless you're on or near Wifi? Half of places still charge for wifi, you can't get wifi in a car or on a highway, etc. Webbrowsing and data-based games are smooth on 3G.

AbsoLUTEly 3G. Unless you never travel. Like ever. Or otherwise can create your own wifi from cellular with other devices and you don't mind killing battery for that device.

Get the 3G. Get the 3G.


As to the rest of the discussion, my firm uses WordPerfect for word processing, so when I finally make the full switch to Apple, I'll have to boot in Windows from time to time (as is my understanding).

[MikeOKC]

Absolutely 3G. Without a damned question in my mind. Why would you ever invest so much money in a piece of technology that is as good as a brick data-wise unless you're on or near Wifi? Half of places still charge for wifi, you can't get wifi in a car or on a highway, etc. Webbrowsing and data-based games are smooth on 3G.

AbsoLUTEly 3G. Unless you never travel. Like ever. Or otherwise can create your own wifi from cellular with other devices and you don't mind killing battery for that device.

Get the 3G. Get the 3G.


As to the rest of the discussion, my firm uses WordPerfect for word processing, so when I finally make the full switch to Apple, I'll have to boot in Windows from time to time (as is my understanding).

About the 3G, three words: Another. Data. Plan.

If you already have a smartphone, why do you need 3G on your iPad? I've never missed it once. But again, I use mine mostly as a laptop replacement - my laptop doesn't have 3G either. WiFi is everywhere and these days it is rarely not free. For the iPad, it's extra not only upfront, but you're paying every month. The iPad WiFi models are far more popular for this very reason.

[OKCMallen]

About the 3G, three words: Another. Data. Plan.

If you already have a smartphone, why do you need 3G on your iPad? I've never missed it once. But again, I use mine mostly as a laptop replacement - my laptop doesn't have 3G either. WiFi is everywhere and these days it is rarely not free. For the iPad, it's extra not only upfront, but you're paying every month. The iPad WiFi models are far more popular for this very reason.

It's not another data plan. It's not every month. Are you sure you know how the 3G service works? It's a non-contract, only-when-you-need-it service. Now, if you were right, which you aren't, and it was like a cell-phone where you pay every month no matter what, I'd agree with you- only get 3G iPad if you travel all the time with unpredictable wifi situations. But since it isn't, I'd say get the 3G if you EVER travel. Do you really want to data-brick your $700 toy, depending on your hotel to have free wifi? Airport? Starbucks? More than half of airports I go to charge for wifi, and the nicer hotels (anything above a motel) charge for wifi half the time, and even if they don't, it's patchy at best. Hell, the "free wifi" in Leadership Square hardly ever works.

Good lord, do you not want your iPad to work in the car on a roadtrip? You could use the tiny screen on an iPhone and burn battery life, hoping you get to your destination soon so you can plug into a wall.

And if you think it's just fine to use your smart phone in those situations, then I question how much you even need/want an iPad. "Just use your smartphone." Anyone that believes that doesn't deserve an iPad. Seriously. Just use your smartphone all the time and get a small, light laptop with better keyboard, camera, CD burner, etc. that can service ALL your needs and save the $$$ from the iPad.


Seriously, it's a no-brainer. Get the 3G. It will open up complete use of your iPad. You want to use it in the car. You want to use it where there is patchy/slow/no wifi.

[MikeOKC]

It's not another data plan. It's not every month. Are you sure you know how the 3G service works? It's a non-contract, only-when-you-need-it service. Now, if you were right, which you aren't, and it was like a cell-phone where you pay every month no matter what, I'd agree with you- only get 3G iPad if you travel all the time with unpredictable wifi situations. But since it isn't, I'd say get the 3G if you EVER travel. Do you really want to data-brick your $700 toy, depending on your hotel to have free wifi? Airport? Starbucks? More than half of airports I go to charge for wifi, and the nicer hotels (anything above a motel) charge for wifi half the time, and even if they don't, it's patchy at best. Hell, the "free wifi" in Leadership Square hardly ever works.

Good lord, do you not want your iPad to work in the car on a roadtrip? You could use the tiny screen on an iPhone and burn battery life, hoping you get to your destination soon so you can plug into a wall.

And if you think it's just fine to use your smart phone in those situations, then I question how much you even need/want an iPad. "Just use your smartphone." Anyone that believes that doesn't deserve an iPad. Seriously. Just use your smartphone all the time and get a small, light laptop with better keyboard, camera, CD burner, etc. that can service ALL your needs and save the $$$ from the iPad.


Seriously, it's a no-brainer. Get the 3G. It will open up complete use of your iPad. You want to use it in the car. You want to use it where there is patchy/slow/no wifi.

Whoa....There is no right or wrong here. You gave your opinion and I gave mine.

I don't have a 3G iPad, so you're right - I don't know exactly how it all works except that I know you must select a data plan and pay for usage. I never said anything about contracts. But it's based on monthly usage.

You questioned how much I "need" or "want" my iPad based on my WiFi decision? I use it every single day for almost everything. Is that enough?

Believe me, there's another side to everything you wrote. We WiFi iPad owners aren't "crazy" and I manage just fine. To be quite honest, you almost sound down right angry that anybody could think differently.