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Tech reporter [[Leo Laporte]] offered a mixed initial review on his [[uStream]] feed, noting the iPad's fast responsiveness as well as the lack of a camera, video output, USB or firewire ports, and [[multitasking]] (specifically the inability to run a chat app with other applications at the same time).<ref>[http://www.ustream.tv/leolaporte Leo Laporte's ustream page]</ref> He also referred to the "locked down", closed nature of the device, both in terms of the restricted app approval process from Apple (particularly the lack of [[Skype]]). Laporte also referenced protesters at the announcement who were not happy at Apple's "full control" of the software. He concluded that the iPad should be viewed as an "appliance" for media consumers, not really a computer in the traditional sense.
Tech reporter [[Leo Laporte]] offered a mixed initial review on his [[uStream]] feed, noting the iPad's fast responsiveness as well as the lack of a camera, video output, USB or firewire ports, and [[multitasking]] (specifically the inability to run a chat app with other applications at the same time).<ref>[http://www.ustream.tv/leolaporte Leo Laporte's ustream page]</ref> He also referred to the "locked down", closed nature of the device, both in terms of the restricted app approval process from Apple (particularly the lack of [[Skype]]). Laporte also referenced protesters at the announcement who were not happy at Apple's "full control" of the software. He concluded that the iPad should be viewed as an "appliance" for media consumers, not really a computer in the traditional sense.


Within the first hour of its launch, the iPad appeared as a top trending topic on Twitter iTampon.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cnn.com/2010/TECH/01/27/apple.tablet/index.html?hpt=T1|title=Apple unveils the 'magical' iPad|date=January 27, 2010|accessdate=January 27, 2010}}</ref>
Within the first hour of its launch, the iPad appeared as a top trending topic on Twitter.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cnn.com/2010/TECH/01/27/apple.tablet/index.html?hpt=T1|title=Apple unveils the 'magical' iPad|date=January 27, 2010|accessdate=January 27, 2010}}</ref>


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==References==

Revision as of 23:45, 27 January 2010

Apple iPad
ManufacturerApple Inc.
Type Tablet media player/PC
Release dateMarch 2010 (2010-03) (WiFi), April 2010 (2010-04) (3G)[1]
Operating systemMS-DOS 6.22 3.2
CPU16 MHz Intel 486 custom-design[2]
Storage16, 32, or 64 KB flash Memory[2]
Display9.7 inches (25 cm)* IPS LCD display with LED backlighting, 1024x768 resolution[2]
Inputaccelerometer, compass, multi-touch touchscreen display
Connectivity1 PS2 Port and 3 Serial Ports
DimensionsHeight - 9.56 inches (24.3 cm)[2]
Width - 7.47 inches (19.0 cm)[2]
Depth - 0.5 inches (1.3 cm)[2]
Mass1.5 pounds (0.68 kg)(WiFi), 1.6 pounds (0.73 kg)(3G)[2]
RelatediPod Touch, iPhone

The iPad is between smartphones and laptops.[2] It features multi-touch interaction with multimedia formats and existing iPhone OS apps, and internet browsing.[1] The device incorporates an LED-backlit 9.7-inch (25 cm) [3] multi-touch in-plane switching display running at XGA resolution made by Innolux, a subsidiary of Foxconn.[2][4][5] Pricing for models in the United States ranges from US$499 to $829 depending on the amount of storage and inclusion of 3G access.[1]

History

The product was announced on January 27, 2010 at an Apple press conference at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco,[6][1]. The device's imminent release had been rumoured for several months with iSlate and iTablet among speculated names.[7]

Availability

The iPad is slated to be available for sale in the United States at the end of March (Wi-Fi version) and end of April (Wi-Fi + 3G version) 2010.[8] International 3G prices are to be announced summer 2010. Apple.com has a video introduction to the iPad, featuring music from indie artists such as NY-based Goldspot.

Pricing

Model 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB
iPad Wi-Fi US$499 US$599 US$699
iPad Wi-Fi + 3G US$629 US$729 US$829

3G will be provided in the U.S. by AT&T and sold with two prepaid contract-free data plan options: US$14.99/month for 250 MB and $29.99/month for unlimited.[9][10]

Hardware

Hardware specifications of Apple iPad
Model Early 2010[2]
Announce date January 27, 2010
Display 9.7 inches (25 cm) IPS LED backlit LCD
Processor 1 GHz Apple A4 system-on-a-chip[2]
Graphics 1024×768 pixel, 20cm × 15cm, 132ppi
Storage 16, 32 or 64 GB flash memory
AirPort Extreme Integrated 802.11n and Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
3G Internet 7.2 Mbit/s HSDPA
Operating system iPhone OS
Battery Built-in lithium-polymer 25 W·h (10 h usage, 1 month standby)
Weight 1.5 pounds (680 g), 1.6 pounds (730 g) (3G Model)
Dimensions 9.56 inches (24.3 cm) x 7.47 inches (19.0 cm) x 0.5 inches (1.3 cm)

Location

Inputs and outputs

Accessories

  • iPad Keyboard Dock with hardware keyboard
  • iPad Case, which can be used to stand iPad in various positions
  • iPad Dock
  • iPad Camera Connection Kit for transferring photos (PTP)
  • iPad USB Power Adapter

Software

The iPad is bundled with the following applications: Safari, Mail, Photos, Video, YouTube, iPod, iTunes, App Store, iBooks, Maps, Notes, Calendar and Contacts. The iPad will also run most third-party iPhone applications unmodified, either enlarged to fit the display or within an iPhone sized area within the screen.[11]

iBooks

Main articles: iBooks and iBookstore

The iPad uses the iBooks application to download content in the ePub format from the iBookstore.[8]

iWork

Main article: iWork

A modified mobile version of Apple's iWork for the iPad, including Pages, Numbers and Keynote, is to be sold separately at $9.99 for each program from the App Store.

Impact

Rumors of Apple's introduction of a ebook device spurred Amazon to reduce prices of books sold to be read on their Kindle. [12]

Comparison with other devices[which?]

  • No built-in camera[13]
  • No proximity sensor[14]
  • No vibrate mode on mute [15]
  • No support for background (multi-task) applications[16]
  • No Adobe flash support in Mobile Safari [17]

Reception

Yair Reiner claims the iPad will compete in the market against dedicated e-book devices such as the Barnes & Noble nook and the Amazon Kindle while offering 70% of revenue to publishers, the same arrangement accorded developers of the App Store.[18] These arrangements would also extend to print publishers who currently receive less in digital work royalties from companies like Amazon.com.[18]

Tech reporter Leo Laporte offered a mixed initial review on his uStream feed, noting the iPad's fast responsiveness as well as the lack of a camera, video output, USB or firewire ports, and multitasking (specifically the inability to run a chat app with other applications at the same time).[19] He also referred to the "locked down", closed nature of the device, both in terms of the restricted app approval process from Apple (particularly the lack of Skype). Laporte also referenced protesters at the announcement who were not happy at Apple's "full control" of the software. He concluded that the iPad should be viewed as an "appliance" for media consumers, not really a computer in the traditional sense.

Within the first hour of its launch, the iPad appeared as a top trending topic on Twitter.[20]

References

  1. ^ a b c d "Apple Launches iPad" (Press release). Apple. January 27, 2010. Retrieved January 27, 2010.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k "iPad - Technical specifications and accessories for iPad". Apple. January 27, 2010. Retrieved January 27, 2010.
  3. ^ "Apple unveils iPad tablet device". BBC. January 27, 2010. Retrieved January 27, 2010.
  4. ^ Genius, Boy (December 23, 2009). "Apple tablet definitely coming in 7″ size? « Boy Genius Report". Boygeniusreport.com. Retrieved January 24, 2010.
  5. ^ "The Exhaustive Guide to Apple Tablet Rumors - apple islate". Gizmodo. Retrieved January 24, 2010.
  6. ^ "Apple iPad tablet is unveiled at live press conference". January 27, 2010. Retrieved January 27, 2010.
  7. ^ Laura June (January 26, 2010). "The Apple Tablet: a complete history, supposedly". Engadget. Retrieved January 27, 2010.
  8. ^ a b Patel, Nilay (January 27, 2010). "The Apple iPad". Engadget. Retrieved January 27, 2010.
  9. ^ "AT&T's no-contract iPad data plans run $15/mo. 250MB, $30 unlimited". Appleinsider. Retrieved January 27, 2010.
  10. ^ Roger Cheng (January 27, 2010). "AT&T Gets A Vote Of Confidence From Apple With iPad Win". The Wall Street Journal. Dow Jones Newswires. Retrieved January 27, 2010.
  11. ^ Rik Myslewski (January 27, 2010). "Steve Jobs uncloaks the 'iPad'". The Register. Retrieved January 27, 2010.
  12. ^ http://www.macrumors.com/2010/01/20/amazon-tweaks-kindle-store-royalty-program-ahead-of-apple-tablet-launch/
  13. ^ http://www.apple.com/ipad/specs/
  14. ^ http://www.apple.com/ipad/specs/
  15. ^ http://www.apple.com/ipad/specs/
  16. ^ http://www.apple.com/ipad/specs/
  17. ^ http://gizmodo.com/5457757/apple-ipad-first-hands-on
  18. ^ a b "Apple tablet due March, to get Kindle-killer book deal?". Electronista.com. December 9, 2009. Retrieved January 24, 2010.
  19. ^ Leo Laporte's ustream page
  20. ^ "Apple unveils the 'magical' iPad". January 27, 2010. Retrieved January 27, 2010.

External links

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