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What do you think of your new iPad? [Poll]

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So what do you think of your new iPad? Whether you waited by the door for UPS or FedEX, or waited in line[1] like iMore and Mobile Nations[2], if you scored a new iPad today we want to know what you think of it!

Did it blow you away and make you think you were finally holding the future in your hands? Was it better than you expected your eyes not believing the quality of the Retina display or LTE speeds[3]? Was it just what you expected, no more, no less? Did it disappoint you in some way? Or was it just simply the worst thing Apple ever spat from their cauldron?

We want to hear your take, so vote in the poll up top and then jump into our iPad forum reviews thread and give us your full take[4].

(Who knows, if you say something just so completely spot on, we might even have to quote you in the official iMore review!)

References

  1. ^ waited by the door for UPS or FedEX, or waited in line (www.imore.com)
  2. ^ iMore and Mobile Nations (www.imore.com)
  3. ^ LTE speeds (www.imore.com)
  4. ^ iPad forum reviews thread and give us your full take (forums.imore.com)

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Hey new iPad owners, can you tell that it’s heavier than the iPad 2?

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An iPad on a scale

Now that the new third-gen iPad has hit the streets, how many of you recent owners find it heavy compared to the iPad 2? We’re seeing at least a couple of people in the forums[1] that are agreeing about the difference. Of course, if you’re upgrading from the original iPad, there’s going to be no contest, but it’s a much closer call with the iPad 2.

The new iPad is about 51 g heavier than the iPad 2, totaling 652 g, and adds less than a millimeter in thickness (0.6 mm, to be exact) to achieve a 9.4 mm profile. Much of that growth can be attributed to the new battery which stores twice the power of the iPad 2 only to achieve the same lifespan. Of course, there’s also the new Retina display which may have added a bit of thickness since the pixel connectors are now on a separate plane, but I doubt that contributed much to the weight difference. By comparison, the biggest current competition on the Android front is the Asus Transformer Prime, which manages to keep its weight down to 586 g and maintain an 8.3 mm thickness.

On paper, it doesn’t look like the dimensions have changed a whole lot from the last generation, and I imagine most folks who upgraded to the new iPad from the iPad 2 will quickly forget about the weight, especially once they’re distracted by what the extra RAM, pixel desnsity, and graphical processing can offer them. Still, how many of you new owners can notice the change? Do you think it will impede your usage in any way (however significant)? Speaking of weight, how about the balance? Do you find the new iPad sits in the hand as well as previous models, or has the distribution change enough for you to notice? Leave a comment here, or join the discussion in the forums[2]!

References

  1. ^ at least a couple of people in the forums (forums.imore.com)
  2. ^ join the discussion in the forums (forums.imore.com)

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First new iPad reviews

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First new iPad reviews

The first reviews of the new iPad[1] are in, and as expected they focus on the areas that are visually and experientially different from last year’s iPad 2. The consensus is that the Retina display is blow-you-eyeballs-back-through-your-skull impressive, and the responsiveness and LTE networking amazingly fast.

Bloomberg[2]‘s Rich Jaroslovsky says the new iPad is to the iPad 2 what the iPhone 4S was to the iPhone 4.

It isn’t that the new iPad lacks impressive features –most notably, a vastly better display and an ultra-fast Internet- connection option. It’s just that it seems designed to maintain Apple (AAPL)’s huge lead in the tablet wars, rather than to extend it.

Daring Fireball[3]‘s John Gruber finally has the iPad he longed for two years ago.

The retina display is amazing, everything in the UI feels faster, and the price points remain the same. What’s not to love? It’s that simple.

The Loop[4]‘s Jim Dalrymple is impressed with the new iPad’s day to day usability and awed by it’s Retina display.

So, what did I like about the iPad? Simple — the experience. Nobody in the market today can touch the Apple experience.

Macworld[5]‘s Jason Snell thinks that iPad 2 users shouldn’t look at the new iPad, because it will be hard to go back.

The new iPad is just that: The iPad, updated for a new year and millions of new iPad users. It’s not smaller or lighter, but it’s got a remarkable screen, a much better rear camera, and support for cellular networking that can run at Wi-Fi speeds. It’s the iPad that millions of people have embraced, only one year better.

The New York Time[6]‘s David Pogue thinks the new iPad is less an iPad 3 and more an iPad 2S.

The new iPad doesn’t introduce anything that we haven’t seen before, either in the iPhone or in rival tablets. There’s no Steve Jobs “one more thing” moment here; Apple just took its white-hot iPad and added the latest screen, battery and cellular technologies.

SlashGear[7]‘s Vincent Nguyen thinks evolution is more important than revolution for tablets.

Steve Jobs would have approved of the new iPad. With its focus on the holistic experience rather than individual boasts around its constituent parts, it’s the epitome of the Post-PC world the Apple founder envisaged. No lag or delay; no frustrating cloud settings or arcane minimum software requirements. Simply pick up, swipe, and you’re immersed in a joined-up ecosystem. Apple doesn’t need another revolution, it has already started one, and the new iPad brings a fresh degree of refinement to a segment in which it is undoubtedly the king.

TechCrunch[8]‘s Mg Siegler says looking at the new iPad is like putting on your glasses and seeing the world clearly again. He agrees with our buying/upgrading advice[9] as well.

Technology is amazing, and this new iPad is amazing. Also amazing: the only company competing with Apple right now in this particular space is Apple.

The Telegraph[10]‘s Shane Richmond says the differences between the new iPad and the old iPad 2 are amazing, and also uses the glasses-on/glasses off analogy.

If you have been holding off getting a tablet then this is the one to go for. In my view, it’s the best that money can buy. Existing iPad owners who are thinking of upgrading should take a look at this new device. You’ll see the difference very, very clearly indeed.

USA Today[11]‘s Ed Baig like the new additions, but doesn’t seem to understand even Adobe’s given up on Mobile Flash…

Pro. Stunning screen, 4G speeds (on certain models), decent dictation and improved camera optics. Strong battery. Apps galore. Con. Shooting with camera can be awkward. No Adobe Flash. No camera flash. No expanded storage.

The Verge[12]‘s Joshua Topolsky still laments the lack of glance-able information on the iPad, but can’t recommend any other table more highly. And the Retina display? It looks like a glowing piece of paper.

Minor gripes aside, the iPad remains best in breed when it comes to design and materials. Other tablets may have more ports or larger screens, but few can match the elegance, sleekness, or solidness of this device.

The Wall Street Journal[13]‘s Wall Mossberg says the new iPad display is dramatically better and the content delivery is dramatically faster.

Since it launched in 2010, the iPad has been the best tablet on the planet. With the new, third-generation model, it still holds that crown.

We’ll add more to the list when we find them, and will be providing our own, full on iMore review this weekend!

References

  1. ^ new iPad (www.imore.com)
  2. ^ Bloomberg (www.imore.com)
  3. ^ Daring Fireball (daringfireball.net)
  4. ^ The Loop (www.loopinsight.com)
  5. ^ Macworld (www.macworld.com)
  6. ^ The New York Time (www.imore.com)
  7. ^ SlashGear (www.imore.com)
  8. ^ TechCrunch (techcrunch.com)
  9. ^ buying/upgrading advice (www.imore.com)
  10. ^ The Telegraph (www.imore.com)
  11. ^ USA Today (www.usatoday.com)
  12. ^ The Verge (www.theverge.com)
  13. ^ The Wall Street Journal (www.imore.com)

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KeyFolio and KeyStand Bluetooth keyboards coming to the new iPad

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The [new iPad](http://www.imore.com/ipad) is going to have a screen density higher than any computer but what it won't have is an actual physical keyboard. Sure, some people can type up a storm on the virtual keyboard, but for traditionalists Kensington is offering the KeyFolio Expert Multi Angle Folio & Keyboard and the KeyStand Compact Keyboard and Stand for the new iPad.

The new iPad[1] is going to have a screen density higher than any computer but what it won’t have is an actual physical keyboard. Sure, some people can type up a storm on the virtual keyboard, but for traditionalists Kensington is offering the KeyFolio Expert Multi Angle Folio & Keyboard and the KeyStand Compact Keyboard and Stand for the new iPad.

The KeyFolio Expert connects via Bluetooth and is meant for those who want the portability of the iPad but need the productivity of a physical keyboard. The “multi angle” part means the KeyFolio can adjust to suit where ever you are typing, from a table to your lap. The folio includes magnets, just like Apple’s own Smart Cover, and lets you adjust the angle when open and protect your screen when closed.

The KeyStand is a less expensive alternative that’s slim and easy to take with you anywhere. It also connects via Bluetooth and has a magnetic cover to protect your screen.

Both are available for pre-order now.

References

  1. ^ new iPad (www.imore.com)

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iOS 5.1 for iPhone and iPad walkthrough

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iOS 5.1 for iPhone walkthrough

Complete feature guide to Apple’s iOS 5.1 software update for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad

Apple typically ships iOS x.1 updates with new iPod touches in the fall and includes several new, fairly nifty features. Last year, however, there was no new iPod touch and so iOS 5.1 comes to us in the spring, and with only a few, small changes and enhancements (and one arguable feature reduction). Maybe that’s because iOS 5 was such a huge update, or they’ve saving more for a potential iOS 5.2 later this spring or summer, or iOS 6 this fall.

Either way, iOS 5.1 is here, and so is your walkthrough.

Previously on iOS

iOS 5.1 is based on the huge iOS 5 update that happened in October of 2011, and all versions of iOS that came before. For a complete rundown of those releases, see our previous walkthroughs.

iOS 5.1

If you don’t have time to read all this now, hit play on the video and we’ll tell you everything you need to know about iOS 5.1 in just under 2 minutes. Then, when you’re ready, soldier on for the full text details.

iOS 5.1 feels like it had the longer beta period of any iOS version, the first beta arriving on November 28, 2011, the second on December 12, 2011, the third on January 9, 2012, and the Gold Master (GM) seed… arriving never. Unlike any previous beta I can remember, Apple didn’t release any final build for developers, they simply released it to everyone on March 7, 2012, as part of the new iPad event[1]. That neatly put an end to any hope that the especially long beta period would lead to a plethora of new features. Indeed, there are only a few.

Lock screen camera access (iPhone only)

iphone_30_icon_cameraIn iOS 5, double-clicking the Home button caused a camera icon to pop up on the lock screen, and tapping the camera icon sent you straight to the Camera app (even if your iPhone was password protected). It was a fast way to take a picture, but apparently it wasn’t fast enough. With iOS 5.1 the camera icon is always on the lock screen and instead of tapping, all you have to do is swipe up to “lift away” the lock screen and reveal the Camera app.

While in the Camera app, you can take pictures and tap through to the Camera roll and see any of the photos you’ve taken, but if your iPhone is passcode locked that’s all you can see. (If it’s not passcode locked, you can click the Home button and use your iPhone as if you’d unlocked it normally).

When you’re done, or if you choose not to take any photos, you can swipe down from the status bar to “pull down” the Lock screen once again. (It’s the same gesture as you’d used to access Notification Center.)

Siri

Apple’s intelligent, voice controlled assistant, Siri, remains in beta some five months after it was first released. And that’s a good thing. Voice control required a ton of data and Apple’s not doubt collecting and analyzing as much as they can to make the service better. Since Siri still fails on occasion — though it at least tells you when that happens, unlike dictation which just returns to cursor, laughing at you — there’s no need to rush. Get it right.

Japanese support (iPhone 4S only)

With iOS 5.1, Apple has added a single, solitary new language to Siri. It’s not English (Scottish), so Siri still won’t understand “jammy dodger” or “chip butty”[2], and it’s not any other English localization or Romantic language like Italian. It’s Japanese, the first Asian language to be supported.

Dictation (iPad 3rd generation only)

The new iPad (3rd generation) didn’t get full-on Siri support, perhaps because of the challenges involved in porting the user interface over[3]. However, the new iPad did get the very useful Dictation, which handles speech to text input anywhere keyboard entry is possible, including built-in apps and App Store apps.

To activate Dictation, just tap the microphone icon on the keyboard.

Home screen

The iPhone home screen received one of the most notorious updates in recent history, and also lost functionality that many power users considered extremely convenient.

4G (AT&T iPhone 4S only)

Apple apparently bowed to pressure from AT&T and changed the indicator in the top left corner from 3G to 4G. While 4G is often thought to identify the next-generation LTE networks that can reach 72+ mbps, marketing has overcome morals and T-Mobile, AT&T, and others have begun to classify HSPA+ 14.4 as 4G. Since some versions of HSPA+ can reach as high as 42 mbps, while still not LTE, it is fairly fast. It’s also a fairly consumer-hostile thing to do. It may be easier for carriers to print 4G on boxes or change status bar graphics than build actual LTE networks, it confuses customers and ultimately undermines trust.

Shame on you.

AT&T fake 4G on iPhone

Note: Other carriers with similar or even better HSPA+ networks than AT&T still show up as 3G.

Settings Shortcuts

iOS 5 introduced URL schemes for Settings. By adding those URLs to the Home screen as icons[4], users could quickly tap into brightness controls, Wi-Fi toggles, Bluetooth toggles, etc. It was awkward but convenient. It was also a security risk and something Apple seems not to have meant to surface for the general public. iOS 5.1 no longer allows those shortcuts to work.

Photos

iphone_30_icon_photosWhile iOS 4.1 brought HDR photos, and there remain rumors of panorama photos hidden in iOS 5, no such feature was surfaced in iOS 5.1. Instead, a rather important oversight was corrected.

Photo Stream deletion

Originally Photo Stream was an all or nothing proposition. If it was on, any photo you took, no matter how private, or a friend took, no matter how much of a prank it might be, was stuck in your Photo Stream for 30 days or 1000 photos, whichever came first. You could turn it off, or delete the entire Photo Stream, but you couldn’t delete individual photos.

Now you can. Just select the photo, tap the Action button, tap delete, and confirm.

Camera

iphone_30_icon_cameraIn addition to the aforementioned fast Camera access from the Lock screen, iOS 5.1 adds a small update for the iPhone camera and something more substantial for the iPad.

Face detection (iPhone only)

While face detection itself remains the same, able to discern up to 10 individual faces, the Camera app will now highlight all of those faces, not just the most prominent. It might be more accurate, but it can also be more cluttered.

New Camera app (iPad only)

The iPad gets an entirely new Camera user interface with iOS 5.1, one that better suits the bigger screen. All the controls remain the same, if rendered differently now. In broad strokes, it makes the bar across the screen transparent, moves the Grid option to the bar, and swaps the Camera shutter button to the side, floating it over the live view.

Videos

There’s no way for a software update to fix the anemic speakers included with the iPad, but there is a way for them to address part of the problem. And with iOS 5.1, Apple does just that.

TV and movie audio (iPad only)

According to Apple, iOS 5 makes the audio for both TV shows and movies both louder and clearer.

1080p (iPad 3rd generation only)

Thanks to the incredibly dense 2048×1536 Retina display on the new iPad, the Videos app has been update to include support for playing 1080p TV shows an movies in full resolution. (iPhone 4S and iPad 2 have been able to load 1080p content, but down sampled it to fit their screens for playback.)

1080p iTunes video: Is the difference in image quality worth the difference in file size?

iTunes Store

Yes, Ping[5] is still there, in the iTunes Store app. There are a couple of new features there as well, mainly to support Apple’s new content offerings and to expand on Apple’s iCloud[6] integration.

1080p content

To compliment the new iPad and the new Apple TV’s ability to play back 1080p content, the iTunes store now sells 1080p content. It’s not specific to iOS 5.1, but the feature was added at the same time so we’re noting it here.

(Note: I’m not seeing 1080p content as an option in Canada yet, so it might be U.S. only at the moment or at least not rolled out internationally yet.)

Movies in the Cloud

iTunes now offers the ability to re-download previously purchased iTunes movies. Previously, you could re-download music and TV shows, so now the circle is pretty much complete. As with 1080p content, this isn’t exclusive to iOS 5 but the time coincided nicely.

Just tap the Purchased tab on the bottom of the screen and then choose which type of media you want to re-download. You can either view All your previous purchases or just the ones Not On This iPhone/iPod/iPad. You’ll be given an alphabetical list of songs, topped by options for All Songs and Recent Purchases. All Songs can be further filtered by Most Recent, Song Name, and Artist Name. Tap the iCloud Download icon to start re-downloading.

(Note: I’m not seeing Movies in the Cloud as an option in Canada yet, so it might be U.S. only at the moment or at least not rolled out internationally yet.)

App Store

iphone_30_icon_appstoreWhile not exclusive to iOS 5.1, Apple did make an important change to the App Store and it’s worth noting here.

50MB download limit

Apple increases app download limit to 50 MB over cellular network

At the same time Apple released iOS 5.1, they increased the iTunes cellular data download limit to 50MB. This is up from 20MB, which itself was an increase from the original 10MB limit. This may or may not be enough to enable modest (i.e., non-game) universal apps with iPad retina graphics to be download over-the-air (OTA).

When an app passes the cellular data download limit, users can no longer buy or re-install it when on the go, away from Wi-Fi, which is inconvenient.

60MB would have been better, but 50MB is a marked improvement none-the-less.

Settings

iphone_30_icon_settingsWhile Settings typically gets a lot of additions to support new iOS features, iOS 5.1 didn’t get a lot of new features to support. So, new Settings are thing this time around.

Wallpapers (iPad only)

The iPhone and iPod touch get left out in the cold this time, but the iPad scores four new, water themed wallpapers. The new ones, in order from top left, show an ocean horizon, waves gently rolling up on a beach, due on the grass, and rippled in a pool.

General: Siri (iPhone 4S only)

iOS 5.1 on the iPhone 4S adds Japanese as an option for Siri.

General: Network (iPhone 4S only)

Removed in iOS 5, the Enable 3G toggle makes a triumphant return in iOS 5.1.

Safari

iphone_30_icon_safariPerhaps in an effort to help mainstream users figure out just what to do when confronted with a blank browser, Safari has add the text “Go to this address” to the URL address bar.

Clock

In iOS 5.1, the Clock app remains iPhone and iPod touch only (sorry, iPad users), and continues the trend of small, incremental improvements.

Timer (iPhone and iPod touch only)

iOS 5 renamed the iPod app to the Music app, but left the Clock timer with a function called sleep iPod. Since it’s been able to automatically end more types of audio than just the built-in player for a while now, that label was inaccurate on multiple levels. Apple’s now fixed things by renaming it “Stop Playing”.

Music

Apple’s new iCloud gets integrated with their old recommendation engine in the iOS 5.1 Music app. The iPad music app also gets the same podcast controls the iPhone and iPod touch have enjoyed for years.

Podcast controls (iPad only)

With iOS 5.1, the iPad gets the same podcast controls to vary playback speed between 1/2, 1x, and 2x, and to jump back at 30 second intervals to re-listen to anything you may have missed.

Genius Mixes and playlists for iTunes Match

If you subscribe to Apple’s iTunes Match music locker service, you can now use Genius Mixes and Genius playlists with your iTunes Match music.

Pricing and Availability

iOS 5.1 is was released as a free update to all supported devices on Wednesday, March 7, 2012. Although not all features are supported on all devices — or all generations of all devices — iOS 5.1 can be installed on the following:

  • iPhone 4S (2011)
  • iPhone 4 (2010 and 2011)
  • iPhone 3GS (2009, 2010, and 2011)
  • iPod touch 4 (2010 and 2011)
  • iPod touch 3 (2009)
  • iPad 2 (2011)
  • iPad (2010)

Should you update?

Yes, absolutely and immediately with the usual caveats. If you’re on older hardware like iPhone 3GS and you’re reading this just as iOS 5.1 becomes available, you might want to wait a couple of weeks and make sure there aren’t any reports of excessive sluggishness or other issues. Second, if you’re jailbroken and rely on certain features, and don’t want to lose your jailbreak entirely or have to reply tethered Jailbreaks, you might want to wait until a nicely packaged iOS 5.1 jailbreak for your device is released (the new iPad, iPad 2, and iPhone 4S might take a while.)

Otherwise this is a very small update that doesn’t change very much but does improve several things from iOS 5 and is definitely worth downloading and install post haste.

How to update

You can update to iOS 5.1 either via iTunes or directly on your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad over-the-air (OTA). Generally speaking, OTA updates are better because a) since they only include the changes (delta/bit differential), they’re smaller and faster to download, and b) the update happens in-place, without having to backup and then restore your device.

Help and discussion

For more on iOS, check out the iMore forums. Whether you just want to discuss features, need help with bugs or other issues, or enjoy helping out other users, it’s great to get involved with the community.

Conclusion

iOS 5.1 was one of the longest betas, one of the fastest releases, and one smallest, feature-wise, we’ve seen to date. What, if anything, that suggests about the iOS roadmap is really hard to say. If iOS 6[7] keeps to last year’s pattern, we won’t even see a beta until Apple’s World Wide Developer Conference (WWDC) in June or July. That leaves plenty of time for an iOS 5.2 if Apple chooses to develop and release one.

If not, iOS 5 itself was such a major update[8], the new iPad such a phenomenal piece of hardware, and new apps like iPhoto for iOS[9] doing so much of the heavy lifting these days, Apple might just be able to get away with it.

References

  1. ^ the new iPad event (www.imore.com)
  2. ^ “jammy dodger” or “chip butty” (www.imore.com)
  3. ^ because of the challenges involved in porting the user interface over (www.imore.com)
  4. ^ adding those URLs to the Home screen as icons (www.imore.com)
  5. ^ Ping (www.imore.com)
  6. ^ iCloud (www.imore.com)
  7. ^ iOS 6 (www.imore.com)
  8. ^ major update (www.imore.com)
  9. ^ iPhoto for iOS (www.imore.com)

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New iPad adopts simple product naming Steve Jobs brought to Apple in 1997 – Apple Insider

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ZDNet
New iPad adopts simple product naming Steve Jobs brought to Apple in 1997
Apple Insider
When Apple introduced the iPod in 1999, it continued to remain "the new iPod" through several generations before being named the iPod Classic to differentiate it from the architecturally different iPod mini (and its replacement, the iPod nano) as well …
The iPad success story — giving us what we want, againZDNet (blog)
Why Apple's Competitors Don't Stand a Chance Against the iPadMacDaddyNews.com

all 3 news articles »

ipod – Google News

New iPad: How Apple’s Tablet Strategy Parallels Its Unbeatable iPod Success – Huffington Post

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Slate Magazine
New iPad: How Apple's Tablet Strategy Parallels Its Unbeatable iPod Success
Huffington Post
It's the iPod model. In this story, Apple begins by releasing a novel, category-defining product. Then, as rivals scramble for some way to respond, Apple relentlessly puts out slightly better versions every year, each time remaining just out of reach …
Apple wants iPad to be the Kleenex of tabletsCNET
10 worst tech product names everKnow Your Mobile
Forget The New iPad: Why The Personal Computer Is Already An Also RanForbes
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Spectre Media to Produce STARSHIP TROOPERS: INVASION Game for iPhone, iPad and … – MarketWatch (press release)

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Spectre Media to Produce STARSHIP TROOPERS: INVASION Game for iPhone, iPad and …
MarketWatch (press release)
The game adaptation makes its worldwide debut Summer 2012 on Apple(R) iOS devices including iPod Touch(R), iPhone(R), and iPad(R), with later installments planned for Mac App Store(TM), Android Market, Chrome App Store and other online cloud gaming …

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Costs: iPad 2, iPhone, touch

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Comparing the hardware and software features of the iPad 2[1], iPhone 4[2], and iPod touch[3] is relatively easy. Comparing their costs is another matter, though. It’s not just a matter of the price tag – it’s also the cost of wireless service over months and years.

These less-obvious costs can make a device that looks like a deal very expensive over the long-term or something that seems pricey now look affordable.

This chart compared the costs of the three devices over two years to give you a fuller picture of what owning them will truly cost.

You may also want to see how the devices compare in terms of hardware and software[4].

Comparing Costs: iPad 2, iPhone 4, and iPod touch

  iPad 2 iPhone 4S iPod touch
device cost 9 – 9 9 – 9 9 – 9
minimum monthly 3G plan .99 .98 N/A
maximum monthly 3G plan .99 N/A
required contract? No Yes N/A
contract length N/A 2 years N/A
minimum total cost of contract N/A (3G is optional) ,439.76 N/A
minimum total cost of device over 2 years 9 ,638.76 9
maximum total cost of device over 2 years 29.99 ,878.76 9
buying compare prices at multiple stores[5] compare prices at multiple stores[6] compare prices at multiple stores[7]

Got a tech support question? Ask it in the discussion forums[8].

Want tips like this delivered to your inbox every week? Subscribe to the free weekly iPhone/iPod email newsletter.[9]

References

  1. ^ iPad 2 (ipod.about.com)
  2. ^ iPhone 4 (ipod.about.com)
  3. ^ iPod touch (ipod.about.com)
  4. ^ how the devices compare in terms of hardware and software (ipod.about.com)
  5. ^ compare prices at multiple stores (erclk.about.com)
  6. ^ compare prices at multiple stores (erclk.about.com)
  7. ^ compare prices at multiple stores (erclk.about.com)
  8. ^ Ask it in the discussion forums (forums.about.com)
  9. ^ Subscribe to the free weekly iPhone/iPod email newsletter. (ipod.about.com)

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