Friday, September 30, 2011

Should You Change To The iPad 2?

By David Cannold


There's no question that most people will have seen or heard of the iPad 2 in some way. There is invariably intense media coverage of anything Apple do. Possibly it's because of all the fan boys, or is it just because Apple develops quality products? From an unbiased standpoint, I believe it is a combination of these. Following on one year from when the first iPad was released, the iPad 2 is now in the market. Today, I will look at what has changed with this recent product and if going over to the iPad 2 is a good idea.

The iPad 2 is a lot smaller than the first iPad model. It is nice to note that the iPad 2 is skinnier, to the tune of one third against the original iPad, and that the size of the screen is as it was. The weight of the iPad 2 has likewise seen a decrease with it now weighing in on the scales at just 600 grams. Not heavy the least bit. If you hold the iPad and the new iPad 2, the modification in design can be felt. It would be an incorrect supposition to think that this thinner, lighter version does not function as well.

Don't forget that you can also enjoy ipad movies downloads. The iPad 2 is a lot faster than the original model. The graphics processor is touted by Apple to be 9 times speedier than the first iPad. That is a significant improvement, if what they state is accurate. Gaming requisites and the introduction of cameras is the reason this had to come about. The processor is likewise much speedier, as Apple have upgraded from the old A4 chip to an A5 chip. The new iPad's A5 dual core processor is what makes it quicker than the first model. The speed was something I was mindful of when utilizing different functions. If I use the various media on the original iPad and then the newer iPad, the faster load speed time is noticeable.

The availability of the iPad 2 has also resulted in the addition of two cameras. The cameras are located at the front and at the rear of the device. If you like having the idea of having a camera, then you will like this modification of stance considering when the iPad was originally released, there were no cameras. One camera shoots 720p HD and the other camera isn't as wonderful. FaceTime and PhotoBooth are two new additions to the iPad which allow you to make video calls and take great photos, respectively. The back camera, when using FaceTime on the iPad, shows where you are as opposed to the front camera that allows you to see each other.

Overall, I would personally recommend upgrading from the original iPad to the iPad 2 if you have the money, however if you're not interested in slightly faster loading times then don't bother. Although the upgrades are an improvement, it's nothing serious, apart from maybe the camera which is a brand new addition.




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