The Apple iPad Unveiled
Are ebook readers about to be discarded in favor of the iPad? After the much-talked about introduction of the Apple iPad, tech geeks are restlessly pacing the floor, anxiously looking to the time when they could finally get their hands on this device. The iPad models built with WiFi are expected to be shipped by late March and the 3G models are to be shipped starting April. It's no surprise actually; a person who uses Apple products are a rare breed, loyal and have stayed true to Apple.
It looks like Steve Jobs still got his touch, coming up with a product that will be flying off the shelves, no doubt. Perhaps scores of Apple followers will meander in long lines at the nearby Apple Store, standing by for when the iPad will finally go on sale, harking back to the iPhone launch. But will the anticipated entry of the iPad have a big impact on the slowly rising ebook reading market presently dominated by the Amazon Kindle? In order to come to a verdict, let's take a look at the iPad in detail.
It's not cheap with prices starting at 499 dollars and topping out at 829 dollars, and why shouldn't it be more than a bit pricey? True, the Apple iPad is an ebook reader but it does a great deal more than that It looks like a huge version of the iPhone, minus the call capabilities. You'll be able to watch high-def movies, stream TV shows, browse the internet, and play games on it. The large 9.7-inch IPS touch screen is up to Apple's high clarity standards. It is equipped with a memory capacity of 16 GB, 32 GB or 64 GB flash drive.
With such storage capability, this gadget will no doubt hold a library much larger than your average ereader. Books are coolly arranged on a “book shelf”. You can just tap the book you would like, and enjoy reading it on a high-resolution, LED backlit display. While current iPhone and iPod Touch apps will also run on the iPad, exclusive apps specifically created for the iPad are expected to come out too.
Here's a setback, though. The iPad will only be associated to Apple's own ebook store, and these books are not compatible with the Kindle and other ebook reader market dominators. If you've got a wide collection of ebooks already on another ereader, you'll have trouble reading them on the iPad. While it remains unconfirmed as yet, word has it that iBooks will sell for 12.99 dollars and 14.99 dollars.
The Apple iPad is portable, lightweight, and most likely really fun to use. But if you won't be in need all of the “other stuff”, the ereaders on the market now will do just fine. But if you are a hardcore Apple fanatic, then Jobs and his group have produced yet another exciting product for consumers. With amazing clarity and capabilities, you will “iLove” this multi-tasking gadget. The Apple iPad will match perfectly with your MacBook Pro, AirPort Express, Magic Mouse and iPhone.
