Ipad - Why Such a Big Deal?

also, I know it's imperfect, but it's a start. Also, I can't think of many instances on the ipod/phone/pad where you will actually need to multitask where you need both apps running at the same time.

I didn't think I would have time to come on today since I'm too busy posting on MacRumors, and being excited in anticipation of my preordered 32GB iPad. Luckily I did. Looking through this thread, I think I'm the only person on here (unsurprisingly) who can actually see what the iPad as the revolution it truly is.

I don't think this community is mature enough for a civil conversation regarding Apple products, so anyone who want to have a proper explanation, PM me, or find me on MSN/AIM/Skype.

And Shaggy, I already PM'd you. :)



I don't recall ever losing my temper before on this forums.



Hahaha, have you ever seen me "rage"? Don't worry - being an Apple user for all these years have made me quite flame-proof.

I've always laughed at all the shit Apple puts out. This one just made me laugh a little bit harder. Oversized iTouch describes this pretty well. I don't understand how it's a "revolution." It's the exact same thing as an iTouch, but just bigger.

iPad?


Just thought I'd share it.

Im not curious enough to pay hundreds of dollars for a bigger, more awkward, version of something that I already have. (Ipod Touch)

But you can show it off at your business meetings and access a wide variety of whoever you haves 3G networking!
Its pretty much a little mac, meant for businessmen on the go.

Both taking me too seriously. :P I just knew that this would develop more into a 'why I hate Apple' thread, in the exact same way that every other one has.

It's a good piece of kit all told, and I've no doubt that it will do well, but like I say, it's more the recent imperviousness of Apple that has everyone excited. They've made an unpopular device of questionable worth into a sleek accessory; the fact that they seem to have turned the fortunes of the tablet PC, are investing a lot more in it than the cautious efforts of Microsoft etc, has people excited more for the promise of the medium than the device itself.

If the iPad did that, I would learn to love Apple.

Of course it won't happen, since the current iPad has no camera, and Apple will probably wait a few years before adding one.

Also, iPads are arriving today, so perhaps we'll see some unbiased (read: non pro/against Apple fanboy) feelings regarding whether it's actually good or utter shit.

No way this motherfucker can fit in your pocket like an iTouch could.

Anyway, I think it's a piece of shit, because it's more of the same, but gimped. It's casual as a motherfucker, expensive, and bleh. But that won't stop it from selling like crack in the projects.

agreed, i'm starting to get sick of apple selling inferior products at higher prices

This question is easy to answer if you have observed Apple fanboys. They over hype the shit out of every Apple product.

lol @ the Apple raging!

My real problem with this is that its just an oversized, cumbersome, iTouch... It doesnt matter what it can do, Im gonna buy a small laptop before i buy this big 'ol thing...

Nonono, you got it wrong.
I meant that it's easy to bring with you, like a laptop. Just get a case of something, and your set.

It's a missed opportunity really. Earlier this week my friend and I were discussing if there was something like a PDA watch. If Apple introduced something like a combination between an Iphone and a casual watch, I'd definitely buy it.



Iwatch ....fuck yeah. I'm eager to see neat stuff like this on the market.

There are touch screen watch phones already, but yeah. It's all 'experimental' and niche at the moment; the impetus that an Apple product would give to the development, and their support/standard features like apps, would really drive it forwards. It's the same situation with the iPad.

all i got to say is macs sucks.

Best intellectual argument in this entire group. Anyone disagree? Yes? Then draw your sword.

The Ipad will make you look like a perfectly formed miniture human with an Ipod.