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This is a review of the iPad 4, released just a couple of months ago, and really it should have been called the iPad 3.1 (except Apple doesn’t use numbers anymore!). Having used both the iPad 3 and the iPad 4, the graphics are the same (the iPad 3 has a retina display as well) and the overall look is the same (once you upgrade the earlier version to iOS 6, that is).
I understand that the main internal difference is the processor speed, and the most obvious external difference is that the charging port has changed from the 30-pin version to a small Lightning Dock, which means that if you are upgrading from the iPad 3 or earlier, all of your accessories which went through the charger are not unusable.
Therefore, there is absolutely no reason to upgrade from the iPad 3, so is it worth upgrading from the iPad 2?
There are some nice additions compared with the iPad 2, but not enough, I think, for someone to upgrade. However, the gorgeous higher-resolution graphics make using this a really nice treat, and worth considering to pay the difference if you are considering the iPad 4 against the slightly cheaper iPad 2.
The video shows what you get in the box – I would suggest buying a screen protector (because even after 10 minutes you could clearly see the residue of fingerprints on the screen) and a case (to protect and enable you to prop it up).
It is surprising to me how much the iPad has been part of my home life. It makes checking emails and internet browsing more…social. You don’t need to go to a big machine with a keyboard for casual searching – you can have something closer to a big book.
Secondly, using the iPad for emails is really good. The text is clear, and somehow the pictures seem more vivid, and you can just scroll going up and down with a flick of the finger rather than the organised gestures of the mouse. It may seem like no big difference, but it makes all the word of difference for ease and enjoyment.
I go the Wifi version rather than the 3G version because I am mostly in places which have Wifi (more and more common), but even if I need 3G connectivity, I can tether my iPhone to the iPad. It may cost a few pounds more a month when I use it, but it saves me a hundred pounds now.
This review is from: Apple iPad 4 WiFi 32GB with Retina display (White)
I received this as a wonderful surprise present for Christmas, and not being highly computer literate had to buy a magazine and a book to help me find my way around. There is still so much to learn and every time I use it I find something new. I do find it a little heavy at times, and as my son downloaded Temple Run on it, I have to take it out of its leather folder to be able to tilt it with effect. Perhaps someone could invent a frame to fit the iPad onto that has something akin to a joystick underneath so you can hold it in one hand and swipe etc with the other. Other than that the weight is a small price to pay in exchange for this wonderful piece of technology. The sensitivity of the screen is exceptional, and the sharpness of words and graphics get 10/10. I am thrilled with the capacity it presents, and would highly recommend it to anyone. I am a trained audio typist and love to type but my husband says if I need to do huge documents I will need to put my iPad down and go back to the desktop. I’m ok with that. I LOVE MY iPAD.
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Looks gorgeous, but should be called the iPad 3.1.,
Customer Video Review Length:: 0:31 Mins
This is a review of the iPad 4, released just a couple of months ago, and really it should have been called the iPad 3.1 (except Apple doesn’t use numbers anymore!). Having used both the iPad 3 and the iPad 4, the graphics are the same (the iPad 3 has a retina display as well) and the overall look is the same (once you upgrade the earlier version to iOS 6, that is).
I understand that the main internal difference is the processor speed, and the most obvious external difference is that the charging port has changed from the 30-pin version to a small Lightning Dock, which means that if you are upgrading from the iPad 3 or earlier, all of your accessories which went through the charger are not unusable.
Therefore, there is absolutely no reason to upgrade from the iPad 3, so is it worth upgrading from the iPad 2?
There are some nice additions compared with the iPad 2, but not enough, I think, for someone to upgrade. However, the gorgeous higher-resolution graphics make using this a really nice treat, and worth considering to pay the difference if you are considering the iPad 4 against the slightly cheaper iPad 2.
The video shows what you get in the box – I would suggest buying a screen protector (because even after 10 minutes you could clearly see the residue of fingerprints on the screen) and a case (to protect and enable you to prop it up).
It is surprising to me how much the iPad has been part of my home life. It makes checking emails and internet browsing more…social. You don’t need to go to a big machine with a keyboard for casual searching – you can have something closer to a big book.
Secondly, using the iPad for emails is really good. The text is clear, and somehow the pictures seem more vivid, and you can just scroll going up and down with a flick of the finger rather than the organised gestures of the mouse. It may seem like no big difference, but it makes all the word of difference for ease and enjoyment.
I go the Wifi version rather than the 3G version because I am mostly in places which have Wifi (more and more common), but even if I need 3G connectivity, I can tether my iPhone to the iPad. It may cost a few pounds more a month when I use it, but it saves me a hundred pounds now.
I can confirm that both Screen Protector for Apple iPad 2 & 3, Includes Microfibre Cleaning Cloth And Application Card, 6 Pack and TeckNet® New iPad 4, iPad 3 & iPad 2 Premium Folio Leather Case / Cover and Flip Stand With Built-in Magnet for Sleep / Wake Feature + Screen Protector For New Apple iPad 4th Generation, iPad 3 & iPad 2 – Black both work for the iPad 4. I imagine that most, if not all, accessories for the iPad 2 will work for the iPad 4 (apart from those which use the charger, which won’t work), but I can confirm that these work.
The battery life is amazing. I have used it for web surfing for several half hours, but only got down to 85% complete.
Overall, a very good investment, and something that I use every day (if only to read my books from the Kindle app – in colour).
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|New iPad (Xmas 2012),
I received this as a wonderful surprise present for Christmas, and not being highly computer literate had to buy a magazine and a book to help me find my way around. There is still so much to learn and every time I use it I find something new. I do find it a little heavy at times, and as my son downloaded Temple Run on it, I have to take it out of its leather folder to be able to tilt it with effect. Perhaps someone could invent a frame to fit the iPad onto that has something akin to a joystick underneath so you can hold it in one hand and swipe etc with the other. Other than that the weight is a small price to pay in exchange for this wonderful piece of technology. The sensitivity of the screen is exceptional, and the sharpness of words and graphics get 10/10. I am thrilled with the capacity it presents, and would highly recommend it to anyone. I am a trained audio typist and love to type but my husband says if I need to do huge documents I will need to put my iPad down and go back to the desktop. I’m ok with that. I LOVE MY iPAD.
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|My daughter hasn’t put it down since christmas.,
The must have electronic gadget/tool. The only downside is the price but maybe I’m just getting old. I must admit it is very neat.
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