iPad, the Pros and Cons

The iPad, which hit store shelves in early 2010, is anto takeoff delays.
innovative multimedia device created by AppleOn the negative side, the iPad does not have the
containing features that make it a combination iPhonecapability of running two applications simultaneously
and laptop. It has a 9.7 inch screen and weighsnor does it contain Flash, much to the chagrin of the
approximately 1.5 pounds. But is it worth the priceytoday's multitasking, on-the-go consumers. This is
investment? The battery life of the iPad equals to 10simply a disappointment to many people who have
hours of continuous use and has the optional abilitypaid a great sum of money for the latest of Apple
of 3G connectivity as well as the capacity to holdtechnology. In terms of the lack of Flash, the iPad is
250MB of data.simply an iPod touch with extra applications.
A few basic features included in the iPad's design areUnfortunately, there are other letdowns in regards to
mP3 capabilities, a wide array of apps, and the abilitythis product. For instance, the 3G connectivity
to play games as well as watch movies. Aftercoverage that is available in iPad is not a standard
reviewing iPad features and determining the overallfeature, forcing customers to pay an upwards of
design is outstanding, as with any other technological$150 extra to add it on as well as around $30 every
toy, there are pros as well as cons.month in order to enjoy the extra bump in data. The
One advantage of this technological tool is it can runiPad battery is not removable or replaceable; it is built
unmodified third-party apps, which is a similar featurein. This means if and when the battery is no longer
found on the iPhone. This means consumers get thefunctional, owners will have to buy a brand new iPad.
benefit of many more application options from aAlso, there are many common features completely
wide variety of developers. The price tag of this mp3missing from this device, such as a camera, Skype
player/iPhone/laptop runs in the $500 and greatercapabilities, and no photos on the go.
range. This is a great deal considering the fact thatThe iPad review comes to the conclusion that this
these models contain 16GB of storage.piece of Apple technology has an equal amount of
Its 10 hour of continuous use and 30 day standbyhits and misses but still does not quite live up to
mode battery power is a cause for celebrationsome user's expectations. However, the human
among the many consumers who will use their iPoddesire for the newest and best that technology
to watch movies and listen to music. In other words,means that the $75 million Apple has made from their
this device can keep anyone entertained for a sevenlatest creation comes as no surprise.
hour plane trip across the Atlantic Ocean in addition