I ordered the Wifi only version. I might not always have access to the Cloud. I keep files on a USB drive that I was hoping I could just "grab and go" and not have to worring about having to sync before leaving. But whatever.
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Those of you waiting for V2 iPads, what is top on your list for improvements?
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I ordered the Wifi only version. I might not always have access to the Cloud. I keep files on a USB drive that I was hoping I could just "grab and go" and not have to worring about having to sync before leaving. But whatever.
Lower price.
More memory.
USB port.
Lighter weight.
Real Magic.
These two posts say it all for me. Multitasking is definitely a MUST for ver2. I'd also like to see the iPad a full fledged independent product. No more needing a Mac or PC to plug it into.
I'd love to see Jobs not care about milking the cash cow App Store so much, and actually make a product that isn't just a big iPod Touch.
OH! And full Mac OS X running on this thing, no iPhone OS at all! Or, Apple can buy Palm and take that Web OS, multitasking, filesystem goodness.
In short most are waiting for things that aren't extremely unlikely to come in version 2 (and most not in vers 3 or vers 4)
16:9 Not happening. This is the wrong ratio for a tablet. With a bunch of cheap 16:9 screens to choose from, Apple almost certainly commissioned exactly the LCD size/resolution/aspect that they wanted. They same goes for more resolution, different screen technology. They are going to stick with this for quite some time, likely several versions.
USB/SD ports/slots. Yeah I would like this too, but again don't see it happening. This kind of reduces drive to buy more expensive version with more memory.
Actual pressure sensitive stylus input. Not happening. This will remain a hard glass screen with capacitive overlay. Stylus will remain 3rd party capacitive with fat tips.
Things that don't depend on version:
Multi-tasking. This will be in an OS update or it won't. It won't be a version 1 vs Version 2 thing.
Things that actually might be in version two:
Slight memory size/price adjustments.
Possibly a camera on some models.
IMO if you are really waiting for version two, I hope it is a camera you want, because that is likely to be about the extent of notable changes.
16:9 Not happening. This is the wrong ratio for a tablet. With a bunch of cheap 16:9 screens to choose from, Apple almost certainly commissioned exactly the LCD size/resolution/aspect that they wanted. They same goes for more resolution, different screen technology. They are going to stick with this for quite some time, likely several versions.
USB/SD ports/slots. Yeah I would like this too, but again don't see it happening. This kind of reduces drive to buy more expensive version with more memory.
Actual pressure sensitive stylus input. Not happening. This will remain a hard glass screen with capacitive overlay. Stylus will remain 3rd party capacitive with fat tips.
Things that don't depend on version:
Multi-tasking. This will be in an OS update or it won't. It won't be a version 1 vs Version 2 thing.
Things that actually might be in version two:
Slight memory size/price adjustments.
Possibly a camera on some models.
IMO if you are really waiting for version two, I hope it is a camera you want, because that is likely to be about the extent of notable changes.
You forget there's not an internet connection all the time, so no cloud. And as you say, for 'just' $29 you can transfer images. And what about other devices? I don't necessarly want to use iTunes. It should be more independent.
I would love to see an accessory allowing you to send video by wifi, (wifi, HDMI adapter) use the iPad to access content from your main iTune library and stream it to the iPad, replacing your ATV
Kindle-Like Data agreement. Price of data for life is bundled with the device. I don't want to pay more per month.
I didn't say it was "just" $29, not sure why you're putting words in my mouth.
I'm sure other devices will be able to plug in via the USB connector as long as they retain the file structure common in cameras (and other devices).
So he's on a high horse because he asked what features people would like to see?
Sensitive much?
Kindle-Like Data agreement. Price of data for life is bundled with the device. I don't want to pay more per month.
I think, eventually, we'll see 3G become a base feature and have it available for over the air purchases "for free", like the Kindle. I think they will also use it to sell MobileMe accounts and give you "free" push email from mobile me, and access some limited data from your MobileMe account, etc. Maybe not v2, but eventually.
If I were waiting, I'd be waiting for back/front facing cameras.
So... you've extensively tested the power of the A4? From what I saw, looked pretty damn fluid/fast to me. Are you going by the megahertz myth and assuming one 1GHz processor has the exact same performance as another 1GHz processor?
You know how much RAM it has too?!?! Where are you acquiring this information?
QFE. Really, a vast majority of the "wants" posted here are ridiculously outlandish, and will simply never never ever happen.
That's exactly my point... 576p or 480p is nowhere near 1080p. It's basically not usable for what I need to do. (There's plenty of other stuff I can do with the iPad, which is why I'm getting one, but it's no good for HD presentations)
Front facing camera
USB port
Multi tasking
Want but will never have...
flash support
full or hybrid version of full OS
USB port
Multi tasking
Want but will never have...
flash support
full or hybrid version of full OS
This!
But seeing as they are buddy buddy with at&t I wouldn't expect to see a 4g version until at&t offers 4g which from what I heard wont be for a while.