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The "Delivered iPad" and Impressions Thread
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Odd, while I chose not to install all my music, everything synced much quicker than on the iPhone. Noticeably so!!!
Thanks for the feedback on Skype, WishBone! I've used Skype on our iPhone, and look forward to using it on my iPad when it gets to me in West Africa (probably another two weeks). Skype on any system is the killer app for people who travel a lot and/or live far away from family.
It's a shame the iPad doesn't have a built-in camera for Skype with video, that would be even better! But since I pre-ordered the Wi-Fi version, there will be a great excuse to upgrade once Apple include a camera in Rev.B or C. At that point I'll likely opt for the 3G version, which comes with GPS to boot!
HEAVY - and it ain't even my brother!
My major complaint is the weight - why didn't they go with the black plastic iPhone shell (or white!)???
I'm thinking a plastic shell the size of the iPad would be prone to breaking or cracking on the edges, as some iPhones do. Plus I think aluminum is easier to recycle than plastic, or so I've read.
Umm, Wi-fi = not good
Um, everything looks great so far. Still syncing so haven't tried out apps yet.
HOWEVER, the one thing I did notice, is that the wi-fi range is TERRIBLE!!! My iMac is showing full signal and fast speeds. The iPad, in the exact same spot, is showing 1 wifi bar, and browsing Youtube was SLOW!
I wonder if the 3G version will have a better wi-fi range because of the black piece of plastic?
Um, everything looks great so far. Still syncing so haven't tried out apps yet.
HOWEVER, the one thing I did notice, is that the wi-fi range is TERRIBLE!!! My iMac is showing full signal and fast speeds. The iPad, in the exact same spot, is showing 1 wifi bar, and browsing Youtube was SLOW!
I wonder if the 3G version will have a better wi-fi range because of the black piece of plastic?
You know this thing is heavier than I thought. However I felt the same with the first iPhone. I think it's something we will get used to.
3G model can't get here soon enough -- 64GB model! I have iPad fever and I've got it bad! Living vicariously through all you dudes today!
Namaste/Peace/Bless you/High Fives/Git er Done,
JGowan
Namaste/Peace/Bless you/High Fives/Git er Done,
JGowan
I went the BB to get a demo so my wife would get one. The salesman knew nothing about it. To him the best feature was the fact it used the same USB plug as an iPod so if you lost it you could sub your ipod cable. ?
He couldn't even find books on it. Too bad. Blew the sale.
HEY! WHat happened to Really Old Guy>? Did he pass out or need a nap after all the excitement of finally getting his?
He couldn't even find books on it. Too bad. Blew the sale.
HEY! WHat happened to Really Old Guy>? Did he pass out or need a nap after all the excitement of finally getting his?
Finally came! UPS tracking never moved past Ontario!
Did your UPS tracking shoow it being in Ontario this AM? Here it is 3:30PM and nada
Could someone please post some pictures of the Ipad box or maybe a picture of the ipad synching?
Ugh, i was typing out a post on my new iPad, but deleted the whole post after trying to delete just one line. Doh. so i'm typing on my laptop...
I got my iPad a couple hours ago in Shoreline WA (16GB model). The UPS lady seemed a bit frazzled -- after i signed for the package on their UPS package tracking device, she started to walk off with my package, leaving me with the UPS device! it was amusing.
So my impression is that the thing is AWSOME, altho it'll get a bit tiring to hold for long periods of time i think. Not a big deal to me.
I primarily bought the iPad as a PDF reader - I've got a Kindle DX also which i used for that purpose. i do NOT buy normal eBooks -- so i don't suspect i'll be doing much of that with the iPad either.
PDF is one of the listed formats that the iPad supports, but it wasn't clear how to get them onto the iPad, and once there how to read 'em. I suspect (not having read TFM) that if they're mailed as attachments, they can be opened that way. Maybe there's another way that i haven't discovered yet.
Well, i bought "GoodReader" for my PDF needs; seems pretty decent so far. the app allows organizing the PDF's into folders, something the Kindle DX doesn't - one of the reasons i'm ditching it. color for the PDFs doesn't hurt either, nor does faster screen refresh and a device thatnot so purpose-specific doesnt hurt either =)
The interface for uploading files to the iPad SUCKS. It has to be done directly in iTunes. It would be much better to have the iPad mount up as a device on the desktop, similar to what could be done w/ iPods way back (tho you didn't have access to the music in that way, IIRC...). The uploading of files is done per app, and none of the stock apps show up as being able to upload/download files. And since the uploading/downloading is done PER APP, i don't see how two apps could share the same document. So if i wanted to get a 2nd PDF reader, i'd have to re-upload PDF's to it as well, consuming more space. Definately sucky.
The iTunes interface for file management has an "add..." button for selecting files one at a time (which i used...painfully...for many PDFs), but you can also drag'n'drop a bunch of files thankfully. There's no file organization in this interface -- just a list (big, in my case) of files. Fortunately i picked an app that had some organizational capabilities (which are a bit...odd to work with, but do the job). If it hadn't, it'd be no better than the kindle in that regards.
I got my iPad a couple hours ago in Shoreline WA (16GB model). The UPS lady seemed a bit frazzled -- after i signed for the package on their UPS package tracking device, she started to walk off with my package, leaving me with the UPS device! it was amusing.
So my impression is that the thing is AWSOME, altho it'll get a bit tiring to hold for long periods of time i think. Not a big deal to me.
I primarily bought the iPad as a PDF reader - I've got a Kindle DX also which i used for that purpose. i do NOT buy normal eBooks -- so i don't suspect i'll be doing much of that with the iPad either.
PDF is one of the listed formats that the iPad supports, but it wasn't clear how to get them onto the iPad, and once there how to read 'em. I suspect (not having read TFM) that if they're mailed as attachments, they can be opened that way. Maybe there's another way that i haven't discovered yet.
Well, i bought "GoodReader" for my PDF needs; seems pretty decent so far. the app allows organizing the PDF's into folders, something the Kindle DX doesn't - one of the reasons i'm ditching it. color for the PDFs doesn't hurt either, nor does faster screen refresh and a device thatnot so purpose-specific doesnt hurt either =)
The interface for uploading files to the iPad SUCKS. It has to be done directly in iTunes. It would be much better to have the iPad mount up as a device on the desktop, similar to what could be done w/ iPods way back (tho you didn't have access to the music in that way, IIRC...). The uploading of files is done per app, and none of the stock apps show up as being able to upload/download files. And since the uploading/downloading is done PER APP, i don't see how two apps could share the same document. So if i wanted to get a 2nd PDF reader, i'd have to re-upload PDF's to it as well, consuming more space. Definately sucky.
The iTunes interface for file management has an "add..." button for selecting files one at a time (which i used...painfully...for many PDFs), but you can also drag'n'drop a bunch of files thankfully. There's no file organization in this interface -- just a list (big, in my case) of files. Fortunately i picked an app that had some organizational capabilities (which are a bit...odd to work with, but do the job). If it hadn't, it'd be no better than the kindle in that regards.
Let me tell you MY iPad story...I got to the Apple store about 8:35 am. There was a HUGE line. I waited and waited and shot the breeze with the local help. Finally after an hour and half I got the unit and I could just feel God descending down upon me as I held it in my hand. I knew the Lord Jesus was telling me this was the right thing for me. I immediately had visions of reading the Holy Bible on the bus every morning (Praise Jesus).
I felt like I was floating on air the entire time I was skipping back to the bus stop. Usually I can't stand waiting for that darn bus, but today I was just smiles from ear to ear. I didn't have my iTunes of course, so all I did was stare at this loading screen. I just couldn't WAIT to load up my new holy scripture books from iTunes. You see I have a book burning event to go to later tonight, and this here iPad will be a good replacement once we get rid of them passages of evil. I'm sorry, I digressed.
So the bus finally shows up. I know the Lord doesn't like a gloater, but I held my new iPad up like I was Donald Trump or something. I could see all them sinners just staring at me. Lusting for what I had in my hand, and of course I was wearing my best sunday clothes, even though it's not for another day.
Just as I got on board I noticed a pregnant woman. She was an unwed little thing on account of not wearing a wedding ring, so at first I sat as far away from her sinning soul as I could. I again just sat and stared at my new device. The Lord Jesus had given this invention to Mr. Jobs, and in turn he gave it to me. Oh boy, the protests I can do outside of clinics with this thing. I don't think I'll ever have to make another sign. I'll just write it on my nice big iPad screen and tape it to a stick!
As I was basking in my new iPad life, I started to see the pregnant woman hunch over something fierce. She started to moan and yell like some dog. Then it came to me, she was going into labor! That's when I knew what had to happen next!
I got my new iPad and put it under her bottom. Then with the help of a couple of the other bus patrons, we held back her legs and told her to push. I just told her to focus on the iPad intro screen. I told her to focus! She pushed and pushed and wouldn't you know it I started to see a head coming out! Well, I'll spare you all the details, but needless to say, today I delivered a baby boy right onto my iPad screen. And I have to say, it stood up to the test! Sure I had to clean off the baby marks, but in the end, the Lord delivered a new life into this world, and that's better than anything I can think of.
So in review, the iPad is an excellent machine! Who needs multitasking? All you need is the Word loaded ONCE!
I felt like I was floating on air the entire time I was skipping back to the bus stop. Usually I can't stand waiting for that darn bus, but today I was just smiles from ear to ear. I didn't have my iTunes of course, so all I did was stare at this loading screen. I just couldn't WAIT to load up my new holy scripture books from iTunes. You see I have a book burning event to go to later tonight, and this here iPad will be a good replacement once we get rid of them passages of evil. I'm sorry, I digressed.
So the bus finally shows up. I know the Lord doesn't like a gloater, but I held my new iPad up like I was Donald Trump or something. I could see all them sinners just staring at me. Lusting for what I had in my hand, and of course I was wearing my best sunday clothes, even though it's not for another day.
Just as I got on board I noticed a pregnant woman. She was an unwed little thing on account of not wearing a wedding ring, so at first I sat as far away from her sinning soul as I could. I again just sat and stared at my new device. The Lord Jesus had given this invention to Mr. Jobs, and in turn he gave it to me. Oh boy, the protests I can do outside of clinics with this thing. I don't think I'll ever have to make another sign. I'll just write it on my nice big iPad screen and tape it to a stick!
As I was basking in my new iPad life, I started to see the pregnant woman hunch over something fierce. She started to moan and yell like some dog. Then it came to me, she was going into labor! That's when I knew what had to happen next!
I got my new iPad and put it under her bottom. Then with the help of a couple of the other bus patrons, we held back her legs and told her to push. I just told her to focus on the iPad intro screen. I told her to focus! She pushed and pushed and wouldn't you know it I started to see a head coming out! Well, I'll spare you all the details, but needless to say, today I delivered a baby boy right onto my iPad screen. And I have to say, it stood up to the test! Sure I had to clean off the baby marks, but in the end, the Lord delivered a new life into this world, and that's better than anything I can think of.
So in review, the iPad is an excellent machine! Who needs multitasking? All you need is the Word loaded ONCE!
Just got the 32gb model. Despite what the naysayers might say, this thing freakin' rocks. Fast, fast, fast!
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I agree... this thing rocks!
And I am an old dude! Been in IT for 14 years all on the Windows PC side.. switched over to a iMac about 3 years ago... so glad I did..
Been surfing, emailing, facebook, and watched some youtube and even some digital copies of movies, like Up and Star Trek and Twilight (don't judge me I have a teen age daughter and have to keep up on this stuff ;-0) and I even downloaded some ibooks and I have to say this thing is fast, responsive and about the coolest device I have had the pleasure to lay my hands (and fingers) on.
I am now downloading the Real Racing HD game and I am going to give that a test drive...
Nothing like feeling 18 again!
I agree... this thing rocks!
And I am an old dude! Been in IT for 14 years all on the Windows PC side.. switched over to a iMac about 3 years ago... so glad I did..
Been surfing, emailing, facebook, and watched some youtube and even some digital copies of movies, like Up and Star Trek and Twilight (don't judge me I have a teen age daughter and have to keep up on this stuff ;-0) and I even downloaded some ibooks and I have to say this thing is fast, responsive and about the coolest device I have had the pleasure to lay my hands (and fingers) on.
I am now downloading the Real Racing HD game and I am going to give that a test drive...
Nothing like feeling 18 again!
Spent 6 hours with iPad
I have not encountered any difficulty syncing my iPad, downloading Apps, using email, etc. The screen is awesome, the speaker better than anticipated, the 2x/1x option for Apps a nice touch, and the keyboard a pleasure to use. My only concern is who will be the first to drop it.
I have not encountered any difficulty syncing my iPad, downloading Apps, using email, etc. The screen is awesome, the speaker better than anticipated, the 2x/1x option for Apps a nice touch, and the keyboard a pleasure to use. My only concern is who will be the first to drop it.
I take back everything bad I have said about this thing, it is rather amazing. Its so fluid in a way that the iphone couldnt capture cause of its size. If you touch one you will want one. I got the 16GB one and the case which I thought wasnt coming out for a while, i walked into bestbuy and just asked for one and they had plenty.
JV
http://gallery.me.com/vollario/100004/Ipad1
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JV
http://gallery.me.com/vollario/100004/Ipad1
http://gallery.me.com/vollario/100004/Ipad2
Have to agree. I certainly was feeling that this isn't the most pleasant thing to hold for long periods of time. Then you adjust your hand etc and that helps a bit. It's not that your freaking arm will fatigue but your fingers. And then you think back to those guides that Apple posted earlier in the week where everyone is resting the ipad on their laps. Well, it's gonna happen to you as well and you'll see it's not a BAD thing; quite nice though really.
It's a new way of interacting with a "computer". Sorry, don't mean to sound like Jon Ives or something but it's really true. I personally am enjoying my iPad a great deal. I thought I would before I bought it but for different reasons; I think a lot of you will have the same reaction and feel bad for those of you still waiting to get your fingertips on yours.
Or maybe I drank the Koolaid...... if so, thank you!!!!!
Glad it just not me, I notice fewer bars compared to my mbp. Hopefully its something that can be fixed in software.
Other than that I love the iPad, its so speedy.
Got mine today! Its the real deal!!!!!
First impressions:
The screen is awesome!!
The keyboard is a lot better than i thought it would be.
The native apps are beautiful!!
I agree it is heavy but you wouldn't read a hardcover book which weighs more
holding it in the air with one hand? I have been using this sitting in my reading chair with it on my lap and its very comfortable.
In order to understand this device you have to use it!
It isn't trying to do something new its the form factor and how you interact with it thats revolutionary. Its hard to describe in words.
I think this is going to be really really big for Apple!
The battery life is mind blowing!
The iphoto app rocks.
It is amazing value!!!
First impressions:
The screen is awesome!!
The keyboard is a lot better than i thought it would be.
The native apps are beautiful!!
I agree it is heavy but you wouldn't read a hardcover book which weighs more
holding it in the air with one hand? I have been using this sitting in my reading chair with it on my lap and its very comfortable.
In order to understand this device you have to use it!
It isn't trying to do something new its the form factor and how you interact with it thats revolutionary. Its hard to describe in words.
I think this is going to be really really big for Apple!
The battery life is mind blowing!
The iphoto app rocks.
It is amazing value!!!