29.10.11

Should You Make the Switch To The iPad 2?

By Patricica Andersen


The iPad 2 has mentioned a lot in the news, so almost of us are aware that it now available. There is constantly a good deal of hype when it comes to Apple products. Is this because of Apple's product line being great or just buzz from their hardcore fan base? From an unbiased stand, I think it is a combination of these. Following on one year from when the first iPad was launched, the iPad 2 is now in the market. Today, I will look at what has changed with this recent release and if going over to the iPad 2 makes sense.

One of the best features is the ability to download ipad movies. The iPad 2 is smaller compared to the first iPad model. The iPad 2's screen size has remained the same at a nice 9.7 inches; however, the thickness of this newer model has been reduced by one third of the original size, which of course is a great thing. At 600 grams, the iPad 2 is lighter than the original iPad. Light by any measures. If you handle the iPad and the new iPad 2, the change in design can be experienced. Don't think a thinner and lighter design means the performance is affected, because boy oh boy would you be incorrect...

When compared to the original model, the iPad 2 is faster. The graphics processor is touted by Apple to be 9 times quicker than the initial iPad. If that is right, it is a big stride forward. Gaming demands and the introduction of cameras is why this had to come about. Also, the change from an A4 to an A5 chip means that Apple has a fast processor inside. The reason that it is rapid is because the iPad 2 possesses a dual core A5 processing chip. The speed was a thing I was mindful of when utilizing different functions. Loading time is speedier and I observe this when using the web and video functions on both iPads.

The iPad 2 now comes with two cameras. The first camera is on the front side and the other camera is on the rear. If you like having the idea of having a camera, then you will like this shift of stance since when the iPad was first released, there were no cameras. There is a difference in that one of the cameras can snap in 720p HD. Video calling and fun photographs are now possible with the new iPad with the addition of FaceTime and Photobooth. With FaceTime, the front camera permits your calling partner to watch you and the back camera allows him to see what you can see, on the back side of the iPad.

Switching from the iPad to the iPad 2 is, I would say, for people who feel the need for the speedier processors and have money. The additional features are not out of this world, although you do now have cameras and overall the enhancements are good.




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