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  • iPad 5 to be “Significantly” Slimmer [RUMOR]

    iPad 5 to be “Significantly” Slimmer [RUMOR]

    Apple news website Apple Insider reported today that the next version of the iPad – the fifth refresh of the device – will be thinner, lighter, and slimmer than the current version.

    Of course, that isn’t much of a rumor. Every iteration of Apple products is expected to be lighter and thinner. However, in this case the rumor pertains to the sides of the device actually becoming slimmer. The thinner bezel seen on the iPad mini is expected to be incorporated into the full-size iPad’s design. Presumably that also means the larger iPad will be getting the software Apple implemented on the iPad Mini to prevent fingers near the bezel from registering as legitimate touch commands.

    Apple Insider’s source for the report is an analyst with KGI securities. The analyst also expects the new iPad to be released in the third quarter of 2013. That’s a much more conservative estimate than some analysts, who have pegged the launch of Apple’s refreshed product lineup to early or late spring.

    Other 2013 Apple predictions from the analyst include an iPad Mini with Retina display and the unveiling of the iPhone 5S. Also, the long-rumored Apple HDTV has fallen off the radar for 2013. No doubt cable companies’ stubbornness when it comes to unbundling their channel packages prevented Apple from creating something that could truly change the way most people watch TV.

    (via BGR)

  • iPad 3 Resales Jump After New iPad Announcement

    Following Tuesday’s announcement of the iPad Mini and new new iPad (iPad 4), it appears that Apple fans are cashing in their current new iPads (iPad 3) in anticipation of purchasing the latest and greatest version.

    A Wall Street Journal MarketWatch report shows that tech device resale websites Gazelle and NextWorth reported huge surges in listings in the run-up to Apple’s event. Gazelle stated that it saw a 700% spike in devices put up for sale on Tuesday, with half of those listings coming in the hours leading up to the event. It also stated that the 32GB Wi-Fi model of the iPad 3 is the most traded-in device on its site. NextWorth told MarketWatch that trade-ins for iPads increased 1,000% on Tuesday.

    Though it appears many consumers will be upgrading to the new new iPad, that doesn’t mean they are happy about it. Tuesday’s announcement came only seven months after the release of the iPad 3, which upset customers who assumed they would have the best version of the iPad for at least one year. A survey released this week showed that nearly half (45%) of current U.S. iPad owners are “disgruntled” with the timing of the new new iPad announcement.

    It’s fairly amazing that Apple now has a large number of people hooked on a yearly upgrade cycle for multiple, very expensive devices. It’s almost unfathomable that the company could make a twice-yearly upgrade cycle work and keep its fans happy.

  • iPad Owners “Disgruntled” Over iPad 4 Release, Says Survey

    According to a new survey, 45% of current U.S. iPad owners are “disgruntled” with the timing of the new new iPad (iPad 4) Announcement. Coming just seven months after the release of the new iPad (iPad) in March of this year, the new new iPad (iPad 4) features an A6 processor that Apple has stated will far outperform previous iPad generations.

    The survey, conducted by Toluna QuickSurveys, polled 2,000 U.S. online consumers about their feelings toward Apple’s recent announcements. From the results, it appears that Apple’s brand may have diminished slightly in the eyes of U.S. consumers over the past year.

    More than a quarter of survey respondents (26%) said they “believe Apple’s reputation has been tarnished by the iMaps fiasco.” Apple recently removed Google Maps as the default map app for iOS and replaced it with its own, inaccurate and incomplete, software. 45% of survey respondents also “believe Apple is an inferior company since current CEO Tim Cook took over from Steve Jobs.”

    U.S. consumers’ reactions to the iPad Mini weren’t stellar either. Only 14% of survey respondents stated that they will definitely buy an iPad Mini, and 32% said they would “probably” buy one. When consumers were asked which out of the iPad Mini, Kindle Fire, and Nexus 7 they would prefer, 46% said the Kindle Fire to only 40% that preferred the iPad Mini. The Nexus 7 was far behind with only 14% of survey respondents stating they would prefer the Google-branded device.

  • Will The iPad Mini Replace The iPad 2?

    Will The iPad Mini Replace The iPad 2?

    When Apple unveiled the new iPad earlier this year, the company reduced the price of the iPad 2. The price drop ensured the iPad 2 still had plenty of life left in it until the next iPad hit in 2013. That was the thought at least, but one analyst isn’t so sure.

    Rob Chira, an analyst with Evercore Partners, believes that the iPad Mini may replace the iPad 2 this year. Apple would phase out the year-old tablet in favor of an even cheaper 7-inch tablet that may or may not be a hit among consumers this holiday season. For Chira, however, the tablet will definitely be a hit.

    Chira expects Apple to sell 7 million iPad Minis alongside 19 million regular iPads during the holiday season. That fits with previous reports that said Apple would be ordering 10 million iPad Minis for the holiday shopping season. Having a few extra left over isn’t necessarily a bad thing, and Chira points to big profits for Apple. He expects the company to post $56.1 billion in revenue in the fourth quarter.

    Going beyond the market impact, let’s look at the actual strategy here. Apple would be extremely smart to jump on board with everybody else at this point. Having just one 10-inch tablet every year isn’t going to cut it anymore. You’re going to need to have a 10-inch tablet for the tech junkies and a cheaper 7-inch tablet for the casual consumers. By having both, Apple would be a force to be reckoned with. Not to mention, they would be able to reveal two tablets a year instead of just one. Alongside a new iPhone, the hype would be palpable.

    In short, it’s a smart move. The iPad 2 is still selling well, but an iPad Mini coupled with the new iPad would do even better. Google really needs that $99 tablet if they want to undermine Apple at this point.

    [h/t: AppleInsider]

  • Netflix Brings “Just For Kids” Section To iPad

    Netflix has been pushing its “Just for Kids” section on stationary platforms like game consoles and PCs for a while now. It’s a great way for parents to let their children run free on Netflix without worry. The only downside is that the section has only been available on the devices that parents also use frequently. Now kids can start watching their favorite Netflix programs on everybody’s favorite tablet.

    It was announced this morning that Netflix’ “Just for Kids” section is now available on the iPad. All your child’s favorite TV shows and movies will be available at their fingertips. No longer will your child be a nuisance when you’re wanting to use the TV. They can plop down and start watching whatever cartoons kids watch these days.

    Some parents will be left out of the “Just for Kids” section for now. It’s only available on the iPad 2 and the new iPad. Netflix says that the section will be coming to the original iPad and Android tablets at a later date. By Android tablets, I’m going to assume they mean the Kindle Fire and Fire HD. After that, it will come to more open Android tablets like the Nexus 7 and Galaxy Tab. They could surprise overly cautious parents everywhere, however, by releasing it on all other devices at once.

    As an aside, the above video uses Johnny Test as an example of kid friendly entertainment. Do your kid a favor and expose them to the far superior Dexter’s Laboratory before they’re able to formulate egregious opinions.

  • Apple Event: 17m New iPads Sold, 84m Total

    Apple Event: 17m New iPads Sold, 84m Total

    At their iPhone launch event, Apple just announced that they’ve sold a pretty impressive amount of iPads. According to CEO Tim Cook, Apple has sold 17 million New iPads since its launch in April.

    When you throw those sales into the mix, Apple has sold over 84 million iPads since the first generation was launched.

    And that impressive total has cut into the worldwide market share. According to Cook, their tablet share increased from 62% to 68% year-over-year.

    “To put this in perspective, we sold more iPads than any PC manufacturer sold of their entire lineup,” said Tim Cook.

    And iPads account for 91% of all web traffic from tablets. Pretty astonishing.

    Of course, the iPad is nothing without its apps. Cook says that there are over 250,000 apps tailored for the iPad, and the average iPad owner uses 100 apps.

    When you factor in iPad sales, Apple says they have sold over 400 million iOS device. Quite the milestone.

  • Siri Announced for New iPad with iOS 6

    Siri Announced for New iPad with iOS 6

    As expected, one of the perks that will be bundled up in the just-announced iOS 6 will be the inclusion of everybody’s favorite semi-sentient voice-commanded digital assistant, Siri, to the New iPad.

    Scott Forstall, speaking at Apple’s annual World Wide Developers Conference today, listed a bevy of new updates that Siri will be receiving, such as support for many new languages as well as an intelligence-boost. Siri will also be able to launch apps and has a deeper integration with services like Foursquare and Yelp.

    The New iPad, the third generation of Apple’s tablet family, will be the only one receiving the addition of Siri with iOS 6. However, given that the iPad 2 is running on an A5 chip that’s similar to the iPhone 4S, the latter being where Siri made its original debut, it’s a little confusing as to why the iPad 2 wouldn’t be getting the Siri-ness. Maybe that’s something that Apple has planned for a future date, or maybe it’s just the company’s clever way of enticing people to upgrade to the New iPad. Either way, the New iPad is your first and, for now, only Apple tablet equipped with Siri.

  • MAD Magazine Laughs Onto The iPad On April Fool’s

    MAD Magazine Laughs Onto The iPad On April Fool’s

    It’s not a joke, but it might be a prank. We’ll give them the benefit of the doubt, though, and tell you that Alfred E Neuman is about to land his goofy little face on your iPad.

    This year, MAD Magazine will celebrate its 60th birthday. which seems like a splendid time to go digital. MAD Magazine, the satirical heavyweight on popular culture is coming to your iPads on April Fool’s Day. This is fitting, says a blog post, because April 1st happens to be little Alfred’s birthday.

    The iPad app will be free, but the content won’t be. Without ponying up a little extra, you’ll only really have access to a free preview. Readers can pay an upfront annual price of $9.99, or you can pay on an issue-to-issue basis. New issues will run you $4.99 and back issues will be $1.99. If you’re already a paid subscriber to MAD, don’t worry, you’ll have access to all the iPad content for free.

    “We’re delighted to bring MAD to the iPad,” said MAD Editor John Ficarra. “We think the MAD app may be just the thing to turn the struggling iPad around and make it successful –though most experts think it may be just the thing that kills it altogether.”

    Cute.

    Here’s what you’ll be getting with the app:

    The MAD app will include interactive versions of all current issues, access to a library of back issues and books, animated covers and “fold-in” pages, promo videos from the hit Cartoon Network show, MAD, and a link to MAD’s popular blog The Idiotical. In addition to the regular issue interactive “fold-in,” digital issues will also include a second, classic interactive “fold-in” from a past issue. Fans of Sergio Aragones’ MAD Marginals will enjoy a feature that allows readers to “pop-up” the margin artwork for a larger, more detailed view.

    Like many magazines that come to the iPad, you can expect all the same content that’s present in the print version, with added interactive bonus features.

    Like I said before, this could all be an April Fool’s prank. But I won’t lose sleep over it. What, me worry?

    [h/t TUAW]

  • U.S., European Tablet Users Paying for More Content

    Regardless of huge amounts of free content available, tablet owners aren’t opposed to paying for media they really want. In a study by Neilsen, tablet owners in the U.S., UK, Germany and Italy were surveyed to see who was willing to pay for what, and it was found that American consumers were more apt to pay for all forms of media content, except for news.

    tablet media chart

    Other findings include:

    The majority of U.S. tablet owners have purchased digital music and books for their devices, at 62 percent and 58 percent respectively. About half have paid for movies, at 51 percent.

    News is the content most paid for among the European tablet users queried – 44 percent of tablet owners in Italy, 19 percent of tablet owners in the UK, and 15 percent of tablet owners in Germany stated they have paid for tablet news content. For the rest of the media content categories in Europe, users in Italy bought the most.

    In a related study, it was recently revealed that 24% of young, tech-savvy users in the U.S. plan to buy Apple’s new iPad, while 29% of international users in the same demographic plan to do the same.

  • 24% Of Young Techies Will Buy the New iPad [STUDY]

    Apple’s new iPad hot off to a hot start, selling three million units in its first four days on the market. As of last Friday, the new tablet is now available in 35 countries around the world. And according to new research, Apple should see pretty awesome sales of the device in the next few months.

    According to a survey from Baird Equity Research, 24% of U.S. respondents said that they plan on buying the new iPad within the next 3 months.

    And an even larger percentage of international respondents say they’ll grab the device – 29%. Fifteen percent of U.S. buyers and 22% of international buyers said that they plan on getting a discounted iPad 2 instead.

    The researchers admit that the study, which took responses from 488 people, “catered to a younger, tech-savvier group on average.” So while these results might not be the most representative of the population as a whole, they do tell Apple that a key demographic is pretty excited about the new device. The figures aren’t that far off a poll done before the tablet actually launched, where 29% of those surveyed said they planned on buying the new iPad.

    Among current iPad owners, the desire to own the new model is even stronger. Almost half (48%) of those respondents said that they plan on upgrading to the new iPad. 35% of those surveyed already owned an iPad 2.

    So, why do these young techies wants the new iPad. According to the report, it’s all about the Retina Display (28%) and the A5X processor (26%).

    As I mentioned earlier, Apple’s iPad has sold well considering a few hiccups. Earlier this month, reports emerged that the iPad was severely overheating. Apple responded and said that their tablet was operating within their thermal specifications. Today, we learned that the new iPad’s heat issues might not be that odd in the tablet world. On top of that, there have been accusations of Wi-Fi reception issues as well as issues with the device not being fully charged when it says it is.

  • New iPad Passes China’s Quality Control

    China granted regulatory approval to Apple for its new iPad last week, which indicates the company plans to formally release the device in that country.

    The China Quality Certification Center gave the tablet China Compulsory Certification, which afforded the mandatory stamp that Apple required to sell the product in that country.

    Historically, Apple launched its products weeks or months after releasing them in the U.S., but grey and black market vendors are still able to smuggle the devices in, and mark up the prices. Apple knockoffs and counterfeit products also exist, with one vendor recently being stabbed over a fake iPhone.

    Another obstacle Apple has faced with its iPad in China is trademark infringement. Chinese firm Proview claims to have owned the iPad name since 2001, and has filed dozens of lawsuits, in attempts to block all iPad sales. A high court Guangzhou, China, is currently reviewing the Proview case.

    Also, iPad 3G versions will require additional Chinese regulatory approval for a network access permit – but even if Apple goes through all of China’s formal hoops, the government can still step in over the Proview issue, according to Sun Peilin, an analyst with Beijing-based research firm Analysys International.

    Still, Canalys analyst Pin-Chen Tang points out that iPads are still being sold through official channels in China regardless – the new iPad took a 69.3% share on the market in Q4, 2011.

  • iTunes Movie Trailers App Gets Retina’d

    iTunes Movie Trailers App Gets Retina’d

    Apple has just released version 1.1 of their iTunes Movie Trailers App, which means that it’s “now designed for the spectacular Retina display on the all new iPad.” The trailers app still has all of the newest HD clips from upcoming films, and now you can enjoy them on your awesome new Retina display.

    The new iPad features a 2048 x 1536 resolution, which amounts to 3.1 million pixels on the 9.7-inch screen. According to Apple, it’s about four times as many pixels as the iPad 2, and more than many HDTVs. Many big-time apps are beginning to update specifically to accomodate the new Retina display. Just yesterday, Netflix’s app was updated to include optimized icons and images. They also announced that HD video was on the way at some point.

    App developers are going to have to make these adjustments, as the early numbers suggest that Apple has another hit on their hands. In its first four days on the market, Apple sold three million new iPads. Yesterday we learned that the new iPad already accounts for 6% of all web traffic coming from iPads.

    Today, the new iPad is coming to 25 new countries, including many in Europe like Austria, Greece, Hungary, and Italy – as well as Mexico and New Zealand.

    [h/t Macrumors]

  • New iPad: The Swiss Army Knife Of Fun Gadgets

    Say what you want, it really is nice to just carry a one-in-all device.

    When Tim Cook & Co. unveiled the new New iPad earlier this month, he announced that Apple was taking steps to nudge society into the “post-PC world.” While that statement smacks of hyperbole, coming across as more quixotic than anything, the clamor over the release of the New iPad does highlight the developed world’s ever-growing dependency on gadgets.

    Now that iPhoto has landed on iOS, another creative task has collapsed into the design of the iPad. Photos, music, games, books, internets, communication – there’s little left that the New iPad won’t do now (it’ll even heat your efficiency, apparently). To emphasize just how multi-tasking the New iPad is, Daily Infographic put together a graphic showing the evolution of handheld devices that have led to the eventual conglomeration of all gadgetry into the omni-gadget, New iPad.

  • New iPad Lands In 25 More Countries Friday

    Twenty five new countries are about to get the brand new iPad (or is it brand new New iPad). The list includes a lot of Europe and a couple of stragglers. Here’s where it’s headed tomorrow:

    Starting March 23 the new iPad will be available in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Macau, Mexico, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden.

    When it the new iPad launched in the States last Friday (March 16th), it also launched in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Switzerland and the UK. That brings the total up to 35 countries that wil be able to get in on the fun. Not all the fun, of course. One of the big draws of the new iPad was its 4G LTE support, which is only available in the U.S. and Canada.

    Although the new iPad has had to contend with some claims like poor Wi-Fi reception and a bit of an overheating problem, it’s already been a big seller for Apple. It had the best first weekend of any other iPad model, selling three million units in its first four days. And today we learned that the new iPad already accounts for 6% of all iPad web traffic.

  • Netflix App Updated For New iPad, HD Video On The Way

    Netflix App Updated For New iPad, HD Video On The Way

    Netflix is the latest big-name company to announce that they have upgraded their iPad app for the brand new retina display. The enhanced new app, among other things, features high resolution icons and images. I mean, you bought the new iPad for a reason, right?

    So, here’s what you’ll get with version 2.1.1:

    • Improved artwork for new iPad Retina display
    • Fixed VoiceOver support
    • Improved playback on external displays
    • Numerous fixes and stability improvements

    Not quite Earth-shattering, but here’s the really cool part. According to Netflix’s Twitter account, you’ll soo be watching all the movies and TV shows streaming in HD. Netflix says that is coming “later” – later today, later this month, or later this year is unknown.

    @netflix
    Netflix    The @Netflix iPad App now has high resolution icons and images, enhancing Netflix on the new iPad, HD video to follow later. Enjoy! 15 hours ago via web ·  Reply ·  Retweet ·  Favorite · powered by @socialditto

    Earlier this month, Netflix announced an upgrade to their app on Apple TV. Third-gen Apple TV users are now able to stream video in 1080p HD.

  • Hot New iPad? Apple Says It’s “Well Within Our Thermal Specifications”

    Apple has responded to all the recent reports that the new iPad is a little too hot. No, not scandalous – or even popular (which it is), but actually hot to the touch.

    Various new owners have complained about the issue on Apple forums and the like, for example:

    My 64gb, wifi/LTE new ipad is 96.8 degrees currently (and must have crafty artificial intelligence because it’s as if it KNEW I’d brought out my laser temperature scanner and cooled down for reading). It has been very hot to hold, lower left side, since first use. I’ll continue to monitor with scanner…

    and

    Mine is a 64 with WIFi and LTE – LTE not hooked up yet – got hot enogh that I measured with infared thermometer and it was 117 degree after 10 minutes – my little boy says its too hot to hold – (Great !) but seriously its not comfortable and I will be returning to the store

    To be fair, there are also plenty of people that are reporting no serious overheating issues with the new device.

    Then today, a Dutch tech site put out a report that showed the new iPad operating at nearly 10 degrees Farenheit warmer than the iPad 2. The new iPad was clocked at 92.48º F.

    Now Apple has made a statement on the matter. Apple’s Trudy Muller told All Things D:

    The new iPad delivers a stunning Retina display, A5X chip, support for 4G LTE plus 10 hours of battery life, all while operating well within our thermal specifications. If customers have any concerns they should contact AppleCare.

    Well, there you have it. Call them if it gets to hot. In Apple’s defense, 92.48º F is inside their environmental requirement specs, which give the new iPad an operating temperature of 32° to 95° F (0° to 35° C). But if the device is getting too hot for people to hold, there is definitely a problem.

    Have you experienced any heat issues with your new iPad? Let us know in the comments.

  • Microsoft Targeting October Windows 8 Launch

    Microsoft plans to finish developing Windows 8 this summer, and hopes to release the new OS around October, according to reports by those with knowledge of the company’s schedule.

    An October release would target Christmas shoppers, and the new OS will work with desktop PCs and tablet devices, which would compete with Apple’s new iPad. Michael Gartenberg, an analyst at Stamford, Connecticut-based Gartner Inc. points out that “if they (Microsoft) miss the September-October time frame, they’re going to be stuck without being able to ship anything in 2012 – The last thing Microsoft wants to have is a situation where there are no compelling Windows tablets at a time when the new iPad looks like it’s going to be a good seller for the holidays.”

    Microsoft will likely hold a conference for industry partners in April, according to insiders, and will map out its release strategy for Windows 8, conveying a launch timeline and marketing details. According to Gartner, over 103 million tablet devices will be sold in 2012, with potential sales hitting roughly 326 million by 2015. Apple presently dominates the market, and Gartner estimates that it will account for 66% of all tablet sales in 2012 – though it is estimated that this number will drop to 46% by 2015, while Microsoft’s share will climb to 11%.

    Microsoft has been taking its time developing Windows 8, ensuring that it will run seamlessly on ARM processors, as well as the customary Intel chips – when Microsoft released a consumer preview of Windows 8, it was running on Intel processors. The company seeks to release an OS that runs on both Intel and ARM-based systems at launch. “Our collective goal is for them to ship at the same time – I wouldn’t be saying it’s a goal if I didn’t think we could do it,” says Steven Sinofsky, president of the Windows business.

  • The New IPad Vs. HK53 Assault Rifle

    The new iPad is known for it’s crystal clear HD retina display. But how does it stand up to a barrage of gunfire.

    Richard Ryan blasts the iPad on rapid fire with his HK53 assault rifle. But that doesn’t do enough damage for his taste. He finishes it off with a few blasts from his Benelli shotgun, featuring mini dart (flechette) and bolo rounds. Then replays it for us in slow motion.

    Normally I would say something like, “What a waste, I can’t even afford an iPad 1.” But there is something cathartic about seeing a coveted piece of hardware you can’t afford blown to pieces.

  • New iPad’s A5X Chip Benchmarked

    New iPad’s A5X Chip Benchmarked

    The new iPad is out and it is gorgeous. That Retina display screen is going to make apps look stunning on the device. All of that screen real estate can’t take all of the credit though. The new iPad’s A5X chip makes it all possible with a dual-core processor and quad-core GPU on board.

    At the new iPad announcement, Apple CEO Tim Cook said that the new A5X chip would outperform Nvidia’s Tegra 3 chip for Android tablets. The Tegra 3 is a quad-core processor and is capable of some pretty awesome 3D effects. It’s time to pit the two against each other to see if Cook was telling the truth.

    The fine people at Laptop Mag ran the GLBenchmark 2.1 on both the new iPad and a Transformer Prime tablet using the Tegra 3 processor. On the standard test, the new iPad processed 6,718 frames at a rate of 60 FPS. The Nvidia Tegra 3, on the same test, only processed 5,939 frames at 53 FPS. It’s not a huge difference, but the new iPad is definitely the victor.

    The next test saw the two processors duke it out with Geekbench, a tool that measures raw processing power. Here’s where the Tegra 3 really excels with an overall score of 1,571. The A5X on the new iPad only scored 692.

    When testing the power of processors, one can not leave out gaming. The test saw the Transformer Prime and the new iPad both running two different 3D games that push the graphical capabilities of the devices. Long story short: games on the new iPad look stunning due to its screen, but games have more detail on the Transformer Prime. This is due to the games being optimized for the Tegra 3. You should be seeing similar performance out of the A5X once games are built with it in mind.

    Here’s a video with side-by-side comparisons of the games running on both devices:

    Do you think that the A5X chip is a game changer in mobile computing? Or is it just a small upgrade? Let us know in the comments.

    [Lead image: MacLife]

  • New iPad Speed, Camera Compared to iPad 2 [Videos]

    We just looked at a drop test comparison between the new iPad and the iPad 2. The new one is more durable (it’s also heavier). Now, let’s see how they stack up on speed.

    Being faster was supposed to be one of the big selling points of the new version (in addition to the retina display, camera, etc.). It looks like they’re pretty close on speed, however. If the new one is faster, it appears to only be slightly so – to the point where it would be practically unnoticeable.

    Redmond Pie put out this speed comparison video:

    This might make you think harder about which one you want to purchase (assuming you actually do intend to purchase one). Apple did drop the price of the lighter-weight iPad 2 to $399 for the 16GB WiFi-only model and $529 for the 3G version.

    They also compared the cameras in a nice split screen format:

    Again, based on the video, I’m not sure the new one is so much better, it’s worth the extra money, for the average consumer. For professional photographers, actual cameras are more likely to be the instruments of choice. Of course, the price on the new iPad is sure to come down as soon as they put the next one out.

    View all of our iPad coverage here.

  • New iPad More Durable Than iPad 2?

    GizmoSlip has put out a couple of videos drop testing the new iPad and the iPad 2. The iPad 2 failed the three foot drop (on its corner), while the new iPad survived a four foot drop on its back and one on its corner. It did still fail the four foot drop face down.

    Here’s the iPad 2:

    Here’s the new iPad:

    Of course the new one is noticeably heavier, and less comfortable to hold, so there’s that.

    The GizmoSlip guys also did one with a Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, and it survived 3 feet on the corner, but they moved up to five feet, which broke it, leaving them (and us) wondering if it would’ve survived four feet. They point out that the plastic absorbs the impact better than the iPad’s aluminum.

    View all of our iPad coverage here.