Should You Get the Apple iPad

Apple launched the iPad Tablet Computer with great fanfare at the end of January. But should you get one?
First of all let's look at the features of the new iPad tablet. It allows you to browse the internet using Apple's Safari browser. It allows you to create documents, spreadsheets and presentations using Apple's iWork 2010 Office Software (which is currently used on Macs). It has an eReader, allowing you to read books on the iPad, and Apple have launched the iBooks store which allows you to buy eBooks directly from Apple for your iPad. It allows you to watch videos, and play games. And you should be able to read newspapers on it as well - the New York Times has already developed an app to allow their newspaper to be downloaded to the iPad.
Essentially Apple have made a single all-purpose one stop tablet computer in a handy size that is portable. Whether you should buy one depends on what your own needs are.

Book readers were disappointed to learn that the iPad did not use the iInk technology that is incorporated in the Amazon Kindle and Sony Digital reader. (iInk technology is kind to the eyes and allows you to read for hours without strain). However, Apple pointed out that their device was backlit and allowed you to read in bed. If you are a book-lover who only wants an eBook reader you might want to try the Sony Digital reader or Amazon's 6" Kindle, both of which are cheaper than the iPad (because both only read books and don't have the other functions of the iPad).

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The Apple iPad 2 has been released

Apple stores in America stocking the Apple iPad 2 as of 4PM Eastern Time today and  shipping orders, although these are set to take three to five days to get to homes.Alongside the launch, Apple is offering up its Geniuses to set up the iPad 2 for customers so that things like emails are ready to use on the device.
To be honest, as long as Angry Birds is loaded on to it that should keep the masses happy.
As with all of Apple's core launches, there were queues outside the flagship stores, with Apple lovers braving the rain in New York to be among the first to touch an iPad 2.
iPad 2 release
Those back in Blighty will have to wait two more weeks for the iPad 2 UK release date, which is set for 25 March.
For those hiding under an Android-shaped rock, the iPad 2 comes with an Apple A5 chip, is 33 per cent thinner and has two cameras for all your FaceTime needs.