The New(er) iPad thread. Now with iPad Mini
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BadMoon
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Re: The Apple Tablet "The iPad"
Well said. Agree with everything.
Well said. Agree with everything.
My attitude before my missus brought one home: why bother, what does it do that my macbook and iPhone don't already do? It's an expensive gimmick Steve Jobs is trying to create a hyped demand for.
My attitude after the missus brought one home: wow, the interaction with the device is so seductive and so natural. Using this device feels like an effortless and accessible way to browse the web, read magazines/newspapers/ books, catch up on work tasks and yes, play games. Sorry Steve, turns out you were right and I did actually want this after all.
And check out what the kids are getting out of it... they hardly watch tv anymore - the iPad experience is interactive engagement rather than passive reception. The intuitive navigation and closed environment means they can pick this thing up and use it without me being so concerned that they'll access stuff that will either corrupt their minds or the device's data. They are barely 2 and barely 6. This thing is not treated as an expensive toy. The iPad offers a genuine interactive, educational experience for them if we as parents set up the device with the right apps. 9 out of 10 books I buy for bedtime stories are ebooks, browsed, purchased and delivered to the device in the time it takes for them to brush their teeth.
So I'm a convert. In my case the iPad is not an inferior computer or fancy iPhone - it is a wonderful device in its own right. I couldn't imagine living in a technologically-equipped home that didn't include an ipad.
The irony is that my missus is a luddite and I'm presumably the tech-savvy one. Despite my resistance she decided to buy the ipad after she visited some schools and saw how they were being used in the classrooms. I'm glad she did
Re: The Apple Tablet "The iPad"
For students or for teachers? It's a great tool for teachers to use but you know what kids would be doing in school with iPads haha.
For students or for teachers? It's a great tool for teachers to use but you know what kids would be doing in school with iPads haha.
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Both actually. Yes, students could get into things but that would be up to the teachers to classroom manage better.
Both actually. Yes, students could get into things but that would be up to the teachers to classroom manage better.
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It's a great idea but then you got to get into the discussion of who would be liable if a student broke one, etc.
It's a great idea but then you got to get into the discussion of who would be liable if a student broke one, etc.
Lejuan
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Re: The Apple Tablet "The iPad"
These things are pretty robust and would take some breaking. But yeh, how and when they're used is definitely something for schools and teachers to make sure they're on top of.
These things are pretty robust and would take some breaking. But yeh, how and when they're used is definitely something for schools and teachers to make sure they're on top of.
willocrew
Super Freak
Re: The Apple Tablet "The iPad"
Yes. The iPad will not be redundant.
It is good for what it is; the consumption of digital media. Actually it is not just good, it is excellent.
Reading eBooks, magazines, comic books.
Reading/ Annotating PDF documents instead of printing it out to read (it is so much better to read PDFs on iPad than on a computer).
Watching videos (you can download it to ur iPad or even stream it from your computer via your home wifi network).
Instant access to the Internet; no boot up waiting times. Got a Wikipedia question that just popped up? Google it now. No need to walk to the study.
And with iCloud, the calendar system is just fantastic...syncs with your iPhone and Mac.
Yes. The iPad will not be redundant.
It is good for what it is; the consumption of digital media. Actually it is not just good, it is excellent.
Reading eBooks, magazines, comic books.
Reading/ Annotating PDF documents instead of printing it out to read (it is so much better to read PDFs on iPad than on a computer).
Watching videos (you can download it to ur iPad or even stream it from your computer via your home wifi network).
Instant access to the Internet; no boot up waiting times. Got a Wikipedia question that just popped up? Google it now. No need to walk to the study.
And with iCloud, the calendar system is just fantastic...syncs with your iPhone and Mac.
fuzzylojiks
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Re: The Apple Tablet "The iPad"
Wonder if the Ipad LTE will work in Asia.
https://asia.cnet.com/new-ipads-lte-feature-useless-in-asia-62213814.htm
Wonder if the Ipad LTE will work in Asia.
https://asia.cnet.com/new-ipads-lte-feature-useless-in-asia-62213814.htm
EXOTICLEX
Super Freak
Re: The Apple Tablet "The iPad"
Actually their CS is hit or miss if you don't buy their apple care. I've had several instances where they have come through and several where they wanted to just charge me money. My iPhone 3GS had a speaker malfunction and the genius bar guys wanted to tell me I had water damage when my phone had never been in any sort of water. Wanted me to pay $249 for a new one. They are quick to make things up when they are told by apple not fix certain things.
Actually their CS is hit or miss if you don't buy their apple care. I've had several instances where they have come through and several where they wanted to just charge me money. My iPhone 3GS had a speaker malfunction and the genius bar guys wanted to tell me I had water damage when my phone had never been in any sort of water. Wanted me to pay $249 for a new one. They are quick to make things up when they are told by apple not fix certain things.
BadMoon
Demi G0D Overseer
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Well back in October I had got too much water in my 4s while installing a screen protector. Totally my fault and totally damaged the phone beyond repair. I took it in and was honest and they gave me a brand new phone.
Well back in October I had got too much water in my 4s while installing a screen protector. Totally my fault and totally damaged the phone beyond repair. I took it in and was honest and they gave me a brand new phone.
Kabukiman
Greatest Person Ever
Re: The Apple Tablet "The iPad"
I don't see a use for one, myself. Therefore, it is useless and a waste of money to everybody else on the planet as well.
I don't see a use for one, myself. Therefore, it is useless and a waste of money to everybody else on the planet as well.
EVILFACE
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I hardly ever use any of my laptops since getting a table. I just use it for surfing and Netflix.
I hardly ever use any of my laptops since getting a table. I just use it for surfing and Netflix.
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you mean the same customer service where you have to pay an extra $150 or so for their apple care plan to even qualify, and then spend more money just to get the replacement when you already have the "apple care" plan?
Spending extra money better damn well get you good customer service.
You could make a lot of sweaters with all the sheep.
you mean the same customer service where you have to pay an extra $150 or so for their apple care plan to even qualify, and then spend more money just to get the replacement when you already have the "apple care" plan?
Spending extra money better damn well get you good customer service.
You could make a lot of sweaters with all the sheep.
hairlesswookiee
PALPATINE CRUSADER!!!!
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As in the optional Apple care plan that goes into effect after the 1 year warranty.
you mean the same customer service where you have to pay an extra $150 or so for their apple care plan to even qualify, and then spend more money just to get the replacement when you already have the "apple care" plan?
Spending extra money better damn well get you good customer service.
You could make a lot of sweaters with all the sheep.
As in the optional Apple care plan that goes into effect after the 1 year warranty.
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I was told the 1 year warranty does not cover anything accidental. so unless your item malfunctions on it's own, youre SOL without paying MORE money.
What is so great about that? sounds pretty standard.
As in the optional Apple care plan that goes into effect after the 1 year warranty.
I was told the 1 year warranty does not cover anything accidental. so unless your item malfunctions on it's own, youre SOL without paying MORE money.
What is so great about that? sounds pretty standard.
hairlesswookiee
PALPATINE CRUSADER!!!!
Re: The Apple Tablet "The iPad"
Not in my experiences. My GF has spilled a glass of fruit punch on my macbook. After letting it dry for an afternoon it wouldn't start up again. Took it to the Apple store, and they replaced it under their 1 year warranty after I told them that I spilled on it. The genius that was helping me even asked what flavor the juice was and said it smelled good.
Not in my experiences. My GF has spilled a glass of fruit punch on my macbook. After letting it dry for an afternoon it wouldn't start up again. Took it to the Apple store, and they replaced it under their 1 year warranty after I told them that I spilled on it. The genius that was helping me even asked what flavor the juice was and said it smelled good.
hairlesswookiee
PALPATINE CRUSADER!!!!
Re: The Apple Tablet "The iPad"
I've had many self-imposed accidents with my electronics. I guess it depends on the luck of the draw, but every time I've had items fixed/replaced under warranties. I've never bought the Apple Care on the 4 computers I've owned with them.
I've had many self-imposed accidents with my electronics. I guess it depends on the luck of the draw, but every time I've had items fixed/replaced under warranties. I've never bought the Apple Care on the 4 computers I've owned with them.
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Lots of schools around here are already using them already and college courses/textbooks are heading that way too as announced a month or two ago.
Lots of schools around here are already using them already and college courses/textbooks are heading that way too as announced a month or two ago.
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