DawnM Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 I am curious as to what you use an ipad for. I do travel, but no enough to need/want something like this. I take my laptop when I go on vacation. I am looking at getting an ipod touch for wifi and such, but not heavy internet use. Just quickly check email maybe and download apps, etc.... It seems too large to carry around all the time, but too small to use as a real computer replacement. Dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 I think the better question would be.... Why would you not want one? :tongue_smilie: Actually, I held out for a long time, thinking it would be nothing more than a bigger iPod Touch, but I finally got one for Christmas, and I really love it. It's so cute! (And really, isn't that a good enough reason to want one? ;)) I use mine for reading this forum, because I can even hold it in one hand while I'm standing at the stove, stirring sauce or whatever. I also use it to watch YouTube videos, shop on Amazon and eBay, read Kindle books, etc. The onscreen keyboard seems weird at first, but I got used to it very quickly, and like it -- although I did buy a ZaggMate metal case/stand for it that has a bluetooth keyboard inside, and I think that was an excellent add-on. It's definitely not a computer replacement, but if you bought a refurbished iPad online at the Apple store, the price isn't really that much higher than you'd pay for a nice iPod Touch, and there's a huge difference in usability in terms of things like screen size. I have other computers, too, but I'm still glad I got the iPad. It's great to take with me if I go out for coffee or if I want to do some comparison shopping online while I'm also shopping at the stores in the mall. It's quite small and portable, and I think it's a good value. A new version is supposed to be released in the Spring, but I didn't bother waiting for it, because it sounds like the only real "improvement" will be a camera, and I don't need that at all. Cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasRachel Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 I was just on the forum on my ipad while I was nursing younger ds (I'm on the computer now). Older DS is now watching Dora on it as a reward for playing nicely this morning. It's definitely not a computer replacement, but for times when you want to browse the net on the go, better than my iphone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted January 27, 2011 Author Share Posted January 27, 2011 It does have anywhere to put a CD or DVD in, right? I can't see myself taking it shopping or carrying it around with me. Dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dana Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 It does have anywhere to put a CD or DVD in, right? I can't see myself taking it shopping or carrying it around with me. Dawn Can't insert anything into it. You can rip a DVD or a CD and then using iTunes, put in on the iPad. I had food poisoning in December. NOT fun days. When recovering, I spent a lot of time lying in bed. Too tired to sit up (or slouch) at my desk on my laptop. I could surf on the iPad in bed - and I ended up watching a streaming movie from Netflix. Nice. When my son is at a class, I can surf (if there's free internet access) or read a book I have on the Kindle ap. I can also play a game (like Angry Birds or Nonograms or Fairy Cubes). I can listen to music we have downloaded through our iTunes library. I bring the iPad to the kitchen when cooking to have the music. It is by no means as convenient as a computer. Typing on it really stinks. But it is neat to have. At this point though, if you don't urgently want one... wait until the next iteration comes out :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 Because you can play Rush Hour for hours and not have to share with your kids. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amy g. Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 I can't wait for the new one to come out. we will become a two iPad family! I do carry mine in my purse. It keeps my four year old happy in the car. I love evrything about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kibodeaux Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 I am curious as to what you use an ipad for. I do travel, but no enough to need/want something like this. I take my laptop when I go on vacation. I am looking at getting an ipod touch for wifi and such, but not heavy internet use. Just quickly check email maybe and download apps, etc.... It seems too large to carry around all the time, but too small to use as a real computer replacement. Dawn It's definitely not a computer replacement, but if you bought a refurbished iPad online at the Apple store, the price isn't really that much higher than you'd pay for a nice iPod Touch, and there's a huge difference in usability in terms of things like screen size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted August 6, 2011 Author Share Posted August 6, 2011 I was a bit surprised to find this thread as it is over 6 months old. I GOT an ipad! :D Dawn It's definitely not a computer replacement, but if you bought a refurbished iPad online at the Apple store, the price isn't really that much higher than you'd pay for a nice iPod Touch, and there's a huge difference in usability in terms of things like screen size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigitte Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I was a bit surprised to find this thread as it is over 6 months old. I GOT an ipad! :D Dawn So, what convinced you to get it? What do you love about it and what is a disappointment for you? I keep thinking I need one and then convincing myself that I don't. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted August 6, 2011 Author Share Posted August 6, 2011 What changed my mind? I was offered one for FREE! :D My dad got one through his work sometime around early April and he has no use for it so he asked if I would like it for my birthday! Dawn So, what convinced you to get it? What do you love about it and what is a disappointment for you? I keep thinking I need one and then convincing myself that I don't. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 (edited) I am curious as to what you use an ipad for. So you can surf this board from the couch without getting a hot lap :-) To easily display recipes in the kitchen without printing. To watch Netflix from the bubble bath So you can update Facebook from the coffee shop . . . easy to carry in a large purse. It doesn't replace a laptop for work, but it's a LOT lighter and more convenient for 'play.' Oh, and the battery lasts forever. I've watched movies ALL DAY without having to plug in Edited August 6, 2011 by KungFuPanda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I got one a week ago with the last of SillyAutismMan's initial SSI check - it is HIS iPad and he is getting a lot of use out of it. SAM can not read (beyond a few simple sight words) and has not been able to play most computer or wii games. On the iPad, with its touch screen, he can do so much! Plus, I have found him various e books that read to him and/or have simple animation!! Every morning before he gets up I charge the iPad and search for more free or cheap apps he might like (today's big hit was Google Earth!!!) that he can be easily shown or figure out on his own. Plus - I get to kill zombies on it ;) PS we don't have laptops here. All our 'puters are desktops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdalley Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I got one a week ago with the last of SillyAutismMan's initial SSI check - it is HIS iPad and he is getting a lot of use out of it. SAM can not read (beyond a few simple sight words) and has not been able to play most computer or wii games. On the iPad, with its touch screen, he can do so much! Plus, I have found him various e books that read to him and/or have simple animation!! Every morning before he gets up I charge the iPad and search for more free or cheap apps he might like (today's big hit was Google Earth!!!) that he can be easily shown or figure out on his own. Plus - I get to kill zombies on it ;) PS we don't have laptops here. All our 'puters are desktops. We did the same with our youngest's (autism/selective mutism) SSI. It really works well to help him communicate when the anxiety takes over and he can't talk. I have about $750 bucks of educational apps on my Itunes wishlist that can help him a great deal. :D My mother bought one so she can check her email, watch TV and movies and not have to get out of bed. She's facing breast cancer surgery and recovery. We've had a blast playing Stack the States and Stack the Countries while waiting on Doctors. Apple has really made a wonderful product that has so many uses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauraeden Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 We want one but are waiting for it to be a little more functional. It still doesn't have a USB port, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted August 6, 2011 Author Share Posted August 6, 2011 HEY ALL, this is a thread from JANUARY that was resurrected. I HAVE an ipad now! I cannot edit the original post or I would!!!!!!!! I HAVE AN IPAD! I don't need convincing anymore!!!!!!!! :tongue_smilie: Dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracy in Ky Posted August 11, 2011 Share Posted August 11, 2011 I just got one a couple of days ago! I do writing for online businesses, and I'm a VA. Both of those things requires a lot of internet use. However, when I am running the kids all over town and waiting for them to finish piano, choir, 4H, sports, dentist, etc., I am wasting valuable work time. I bought one with 3G so that I can keep working even away from home, without always having to take my laptop with me. So far, I am having a blast with it. I'm still trying to learn how to make it work for me exactly the way I want it to, but I'm getting there. I love the compact wireless keyboard that I bought to go with it. Just found out about having multiple apps open! That is exactly what I need. Still learning how to use that function :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted August 11, 2011 Share Posted August 11, 2011 (edited) Old thread Edited August 12, 2011 by LibraryLover Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Posted August 11, 2011 Share Posted August 11, 2011 HEY ALL, this is a thread from JANUARY that was resurrected. I HAVE an ipad now! I cannot edit the original post or I would!!!!!!!! I HAVE AN IPAD! I don't need convincing anymore!!!!!!!! :tongue_smilie: Dawn Yeah, but I do need convincing...I'm almost there.....;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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