The Apple iPad Unveiled
After the big launch of the Apple iPad, gadget geeks are restlessly pacing the floor, anxiously waiting for the time when they can finally get their hands on this device. The iPad versions built with WiFi are expected to be sent out by late March and the 3G models are to be delivered starting April. It’s no surprise actually; a person who uses Apple products are a rare breed, loyal and have stayed devout to Apple.
It seems like Steve Jobs still got his magic, creating a product that will be flying off the shelves, no doubt. Perhaps hordes of Apple fans will meander in long lines at the nearby Apple Store, standing by for when the iPad will finally go on sale, reminiscent of the iPhone launch. But with all of the buildup surrounding the iPad, will it destroy the popularity of other ebook reading devices like the Kindle and Sony Readers? In order to come to a verdict, let’s take a look at the iPad closely.
It’s not cheap with prices starting at $499 and topping out at $829, and why shouldn’t it be more than a bit costly? Bear in mind that the iPad isn’t just an ebook reader. It looks like an over-sized iPhone, minus the call capabilities. You’ll be able to view high-def movies, stream TV shows, browse the web, and play games on it. The large 9.7-inch IPS touch screen is up to Apple’s high resolution 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 obviously hold a library much larger than your average ereader. Books are cleverly displayed on a “book shelf”. You can just tap the book you want, and enjoy reading it on a high-resolution, LED backlit screen. It also runs special apps developed for the iPad, and also many of the 140,000 applications from the App store.
Here’s a problem, 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 not confirmed as yet, rumor has it that iBooks will sell for $12.99 and $14.99.
The Apple iPad is portable, lightweight, and most likely really fun to tinker around with. But if you won’t be in need all of the “other stuff”, the ebook readers on the market now will suit you just as well. But if you are a true-blue Apple fanatic, then Jobs and his team have manufactured yet another exciting product for consumers. With amazing clarity and capabilities, you’re going to “iLove” this multi-tasking gadget. The Apple iPad will fit perfectly with your MacBook Pro, AirPort Express, Magic Mouse and iPhone.
While the Apple iPad is a truly breakthrough device that’s in a class all its own, it’s unlikely to replace the Amazon Kindle as the top ebook reading device in the market. Check us out at http://ebookreadersresource.com to learn more about the Kindle and other widely-used handheld ebook readers available today.
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