Q. We have a home computer but she wanted a portable device she could take with her to type papers etc..What would you suggest the IPad or a laptop?
A. I would suggest a netbook which is a mini laptop. They are the perfect portable mini computer. The IPad is kind of Apples version of a Netbook but costs about twice as much. A Netbook (say from Toshiba) has Internet function, windows operating system so she can do word docs and such as well as email and some other programs. This site goes over the differences of laptops vs. netbooks in detail.
http://www.laptopcomputerstoshiba.net
Also here is a breakdown of the pros and cons of an IPad Vs. a more traditional Netbook.
http://news.cnet.com/8301-13924_3-20004510-64.html
Pro-Netbook:
* Cheap, simple: "[The Netbook] fills a unique need for casual computer users who need a cheap, simple, portable computer [that] can perform any computer-related task. So...while the iPad is interesting, I don't see it filling a need for cheap, simple computers, which can do everything."
* Full keyboard: "At the end of the day, my Netbook goes to class with me. It has a full keyboard and Microsoft Office." And another reader: "A keyboard is the fundamental difference. Virtual keyboards just aren't as efficient in their current form as physical keyboards are. The iPad's solution, a separate keyboard module, is much less elegant than the integrated keyboard of laptops."
* Multitask: "I don't see the iPad replacing my Netbook when the iPad can't multitask. That means I can't get NZBs, use uTorrent, be on IRC, and have Trillian and Winamp running all while I use Firefox."
* More open: "If Apple would just drop the walled garden, I would say the iPad. Until then, Windows is more open than the iPhone/iPad OS. (Moreover), I can install Linux on a Netbook." And another reader said: "Personally, the app restrictions are quite insulting to me, as a programmer, so I would never buy an iPad (or an iPhone, for that matter.) But I understand that not everyone is a programmer, and an iPad might be more appealing to them."
* USB and connectors: "As a musician, USB, FireWire, and driver support means I can do work (i.e. recording, mixing, writing) on the road with a Netbook in ways that the iPad doesn't allow."
* PC market is where it's at: "If you were to add up all the iPhones, Macs, and iPads ever sold, the total would not come remotely close to the PC market."
* Can't have both: "I would love to have both a Netbook and an iPad...But to be practical and with a constrained budget, I would start with a Netbook."
Pro-iPad:
* Maps: "The Google Maps app, with GPS and [a] large screen, is fantastic. All I have to say to people who didn't try it: just check it out."
* Virtual keyboard is fine: "Once I got the iPad cover to have it tilt at a 45-degree angle, I actually noticed I typed faster on the iPad than my Netbook." And another reader: "Interestingly, by trusting the predictive spell-checking, I can type faster on the iPad than (the) Netbook."
* Better travel companion/entertainment: "The iPad fits in perfectly as a lightweight, mobile platform for e-mail and Web access, as well as remote access to my servers while I'm on the move in a package the same size as the Day-Timer (that) I used to carry. It's also much more pleasant to use when traveling for entertainment and document review than my laptop, and more functional than my iPhone. This is the perfect in-between device for me."
* Like the controlled-app environment: "I like the idea of the controlled apps--and there are so many of them to select. My main loves are the touch interface and the power-up speed." And another reader said: "That 'closed' App Store has more apps and games than any mobile platform...How is that closed?"
* Flash not that important, anyway: "I think Flash is in trouble...I am able to watch shows from major networks (on the iPad). (But) if you're a FarmVille (game) addict, then you will need Flash."
* Try it; you'll like it: "I think many of the people who favor the Netbook have not used the iPad...for any length of time. With numerous desktops and laptops in our house and at work, I bought an iPad...You don't have to be computer-illiterate to appreciate a well-designed, user-friendly device...The iPad is different from a Netbook. Neither are appropriate for real computer work, but for using the Internet, mail, games, and/or light computing, the iPad is the better choice."
I the ipad a good replacement for a laptop?
Q. I am a freshmen in high school.I only need reasearch and to write essays and reports. I researched the ipad and it can run windows 7, and it has applications that are similar to microsoft word. The first generation is really good, so I am gonna get the second one.
A. I am using it, and believe me it is one of the finest enjoyment system, you can easily make notes on it, and as all are saying, an ipad is far more different thing than laptop, ipad has different functionalities and as far as delicacy and brem of enjoyment is concerned no one can beat an ipad,
Advantages:
1. Smooth, thin, nice black and silver design.
2. Excellent e-book and journal reading device.
3. Be able to run all the programs of iPhone .
4. With a large and bright 9.7-inch display screen, it takes up most of the face.
5. If you just wanna surf the Intenet, take notes, SNS, send and receive E-Mail, visit the journal books, watching videos, iPad is fit for you.
6. With super fast speed, sensitive response and the application is easy to handle.
7. iPad is lighter and thinner than any other notebooks.
8. Battery life and strong. In the uninterrupted video playback tests, iPad last 11 hours 28 minutes, and during this period still open Wi-Fi and back-office e-mail downloads.
9. With fast and prospective entering.
10. The Safari is very good.
11. It is your best choice to watch video, view photos, listen to music, play games, with satisfying and fun.
12. In general, the same process iPad version is better than the iPhone version, but the price is also more expensive. However, there is a free program.
13. The photo program is much more attractive, like a Mac-class software. It can serve as a digital photo frame.
15. iBook is better than Kindle and it will not hurt eyes.
16. iBook with a text search function.
17. The expansion of the screen make the map function is much more real.
18. No binding contracts, there is a data service entrance for setting a subscription.
Disadvantages:
1. Essentially, iPad is an enlarged version of iPod touch.
2. No camera, No USB port, No multi-task, No Flash.
3. Without headphones.
4. It is inconvenient to edit long documents.
5. The Battery can not be replaced.
6. The memory capacity can not be upgraded.
7. Untenable.
8. iWork has something wrong with exporting office documents.
9. iPad is heavy than kindleã
10. Most people need use both hands to grasp the iPad.
11. iBook can not take notes. 6 million books in the store is less than the Amazon.
12. E-mail program can not create a local folder, you can not rearrange the email with certain rules.
13. The mail does not support the Group feature.
14. Safari without any label.
15. Wi-Fi version is containing GPS.
16. It is not suitable for playing widescreen video.
17. With the iPad on hand, you will fell it is heavy soon.
18. You can not read the books bought from iBook in other equipment, even the Mac and iPhone.
19. It is difficult to read under the sunlight.
20. It is inconvenient to type under normal typing position.
21. Many iPhone programs will appear blind spots on the screen.
22. You can not watch the video with Skype.
23. iPad is not a laptop, it is not fit for content creation.
24. iPad is suitable for consumption content - reading, listening to songs, watch video, Internet, email and so on.
25. You have to put into the embrace of iTunes.
If you have budget then it's a great Christmas present !!!
How can I get my iPad map to show the zip code?
Q. I know that it will show it if I search by it. But if I search for a location, or pinpoint a spot on the map, it will give me everything about the address accept for the zip code.
I know there are other apps and ways of finding the zip code, but I dont' want to have to use two different sources.
Is there some way I can make my ipad give me the zip code for the points on the map?
...the default map app.
A. Get a droid tab :) LOL - sorry, Monica I couldn't resist. On the android market there is an app that let's you pinpoint long. / lat., minutes / second, +/- GMT calc and zip and I think even country code and prefix info based on GPS ... apple market doesn't have it? I'm sure it would help if I had the name.
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