en-us http://www.productwiki.com/manufacturer--apple_tablets/ Featured content from ProductWiki. Hottest products, active discussions, recent articles, and hot links. http://www.productwiki.com/apple-ipad/ <img src="http://images.productwiki.com/upload/images/apple_ipad-100-100.jpg" border=0 style="float: left; margin-right: 10px;"/><p>The Apple iPad is a device that has a lot in common with tablet computers but also introduces a new classification of products with its April 3, 2010 release. The intention of the device is to offer a new, comprehensive approach to interacting with many functions and services that are served by several currently existing products; <strong>Apple</strong> also intends for the <strong>iPad</strong> to bring similar sweeping, revolutionary changes to portable computing that the iPod brought for the music industry. The <strong>iPad</strong> makes itself unique from other devices in three main ways: a multi-touch display, an ultra-slim design, and a custom built, reimagined intuitive user interface. The display on the system is capable of real-time configuration between landscape and portrait orientations by automatically detecting how the user is holding the device. The system is also designed to be virtually button-free, with a multi-touch, 9.7 inch LCD with in-plane switching (IPS) and LED backlight for bright, vibrant displays with large viewing angles.&nbsp;The&nbsp;<strong>iPad</strong>&nbsp;focuses on being highly portable with a depth of only&nbsp;half an inch, a weight of only&nbsp;1.5 lbs&nbsp;and, due to the&nbsp;1GHz Apple A4 processor, an in-use&nbsp;battery life of up to 10 hours&nbsp;in order to last an entire day before needing to be charged.</p> <p>The multi-touch display also means that the <strong>iPad</strong> is capable of recognizing multiple inputs--multiple fingertips--from the user at once for a smoother, more intuitive and responsive interface during all interaction with the device, including a full QWERTY onscreen keyboard. The menus and applications used have also been either redesigned or tailored specifically for optimal use with the <strong>iPad</strong>, including updated and customized versions of internet browsers, email clients, picture albums, iTunes, iBooks, and video displays. Most applications have been altered to take advantage of the larger screen and also to function exclusively with the touch interface. In terms of hardware the system has much in common with an all-in-one desktop computer but with all of the portability of a netbook. The price range is <strong>$499 for the version with 16GB storage and without 3G</strong> up to <strong>$829 with 64GB storage and with 3G</strong> modem (all prices excluding any necessary accessories).</p> <h2>Features</h2> <ul> <li>specifically tailored applications for the system, including: <ul> <li>internet browsing, email, and online stores (iTunes, iBooks, App Store)</li> <li>pictures and photography albums, video, iPod, and YouTube</li> <li>maps, notes, contacts, and calendars</li> <li>140,000 available apps</li> </ul> </li> <li>iWork redesigned and optimized</li> <li>automatic detection of portrait or landscape display</li> <li>WiFI or 3G network connections available</li> <li>multi-touch, widescreen display</li> </ul> <h3>Technical Specifications</h3> <ul> <li>dimensions: 9.56&quot; x 7.46&quot; x 0.5&quot;</li> <li>weight: 1.5 pounds</li> <li>battery life: 10 hours in-use</li> <li>processor: 1GHz Apple A4</li> <li>storage: 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB options</li> <li>display size: 9.7 inches</li> <li>display resolution: 1024x768</li> <li>LED-backlit; IPS wide viewing angle</li> <li>multi-touch screen; fingerprint resistant coating</li> <li>Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capable</li> <li>3G model also available</li> <li>Mac and Windows compatible</li> <li>chargeable with USB and power adapter</li> <li>includes built-in speakers, microphone, and 3.5mm jack</li> <li>warranty: TBA</li> </ul><div style="clear: both;">&nbsp;</div> Wed, 27 Jan 2010 14:41:43 -0500 http://www.productwiki.com/apple-ipad/ http://www.productwiki.com/apple-ipad-2/ <img src="http://images.productwiki.com/upload/images/apple_ipad_2_2-100-100.jpg" border=0 style="float: left; margin-right: 10px;"/><p>The first upgrade to Apple's mainstream tablet device, the Apple iPad 2 was announced on March 2nd 2011. Featuring an improved dual A5 processor for double speed and 9x the graphical performance the iPad maintains the original's spectacular 10 hour battery life while being 33% slimmer and 13% lighter. </p> <p>Bringing the iPad closer to the iPhone 4 spec, the device now includes dual front and rear facing cameras for video capture and use with Apple's FaceTime video chat service, as well as a gyroscope for full motion game controls.</p> <p>The one major new feature of the iPad 2 is the new magnetic cover system. Magnets built into the device now allow for covers to attach and protect the device without needing to be manually fiddled with. The magnet system also allows for the device to know when it is being covered or opened - making it automatically sleep and wake up without any other user interaction. The device will launch with plastic and leather covers available directly from Apple.</p><div style="clear: both;">&nbsp;</div> Wed, 02 Mar 2011 11:31:34 -0500 http://www.productwiki.com/apple-ipad-2/