What can the ipad to that a laptop can't do?

James__10

Thinking about getting a Ipad 3

What can the ipad to that a laptop can't do?

banquo

It's more about usability than function tbh. The iPad is an absolute joy to use.

James__10

banquo wrote: »

It's more about usability than function tbh. The iPad is an absolute joy to use.

Access to xbmc ? Whats the battery like?

Sad Professor

James__10 wrote: »

What can the ipad to that a laptop can't do?

Nothing. But it's small, light, cool running, has great battery life and can be far more convenient to use than a laptop.

Genghiz Cohen

Sad Professor wrote: »

Nothing. But it's small, light, cool running, has great battery life and can be far more convenient to use than a laptop.

This, don't forget about the App Store. It's the apps that make an iOS device special.

But ask what a laptop can do that an iPad can't and you'll get a list as long as your arm.

Having only gotten an ipad 3 recently, I would say, that it is great to do simple things like twitter, email, facebook etc.

The only time I now turn on my laptop is when I have to use MS Office(although I'm sure there is an office app if I looked) The landscape keybaord on ipad is simply amazing! It's almost same size as letters from a standard 15" laptop.

Can type very quickly, and autocorrect is brilliant.

Battery is brilliant too, although charging can take a long time, but it lasts so long, so it's worth it.

Edit:
Forgot to mention games! I have put hours into the likes of GTAIII (bargain at €4!). It runs very well on ipad!

James__10

Deleted User wrote: »

Having only gotten an ipad 3 recently, I would say, that it is great to do simple things like twitter, email, facebook etc.

The only time I now turn on my laptop is when I have to use MS Office(although I'm sure there is an office app if I looked) The landscape keybaord on ipad is simply amazing! It's almost same size as letters from a standard 15" laptop.

Can type very quickly, and autocorrect is brilliant.

Battery is brilliant too, although charging can take a long time, but it lasts so long, so it's worth it.

Edit:
Forgot to mention games! I have put hours into the likes of GTAIII (bargain at €4!). It runs very well on ipad!

What are the best apps? Would it be possible to use it without a wifi connection ie outdoors?

murpho999

What about being a touchscreen?

Surely that's a pro....the interface!

And it doesn't get smudgy!

I would like an iPad to compliment my Laptop, and for portability...never to replace it!

Kensington

James__10 wrote: »

Thinking about getting a Ipad 3

What can the ipad to that a laptop can't do?

Go from standby to ready to use in 0 seconds

murpho999

James__10 wrote: »

What are the best apps? Would it be possible to use it without a wifi connection ie outdoors?

Really what are the best app's is an impossible question to answer.

All depends on what you want and your own taste.

Most apps do not require wifi, but some that require maps etc do.

As will radio/video streaming.

Genghiz Cohen

Get a Transformer Prime + keyboard if you want the best of both worlds.

UnknownSpecies

I'd never buy a tablet to replace my laptop. If you do, you will be disappointed. If you understand that a tablet is great for web browsing and other sorts of light work, then you won't be disappointed. Too many people have the idea that it will replace their laptop, it won't.

I am pie

dorgasm wrote: »

I'd never buy a tablet to replace my laptop. If you do, you will be disappointed. /QUOTE]

This is a pretty daft statement to make without understanding exactly what the OP would use an iPad for.

The overwhelming majority of laptop users never use anything other than email, browse the net and use iTunes. An iPad does those things really really well.

Dades

Kensington wrote: »

Go from standby to ready to use in 0 seconds

I think that's my most unanticipated benefit.

Grab it, swipe, you are GOOD TO GO.

Now when I take out the laptop to do Lightroom stuff I almost put my back out lifting it and have to sit impatiently for a couple of minutes while the fecker boots up (and shuts down).

The only drawback I find is the lack of a file system that makes simple tasks like uploading or linking to an image an ordeal.

srsly78

OP ever tried to use laptop while on the jacks?

srsly78

srsly78 wrote: »

OP ever tried to use laptop while on the jacks?

Probably the best point of the entire thread lol

James__10

Whats the sky go quality like on the ipad? Would it be better than on the laptop?

I'll be getting the ipad in my local expert shop that way I can pay it off every week.

James__10

James__10 wrote: »

Whats the sky go quality like on the ipad? Would it be better than on the laptop?

I'll be getting the ipad in my local expert shop that way I can pay it off every week.

Its not too bad. Just tried it there, and flicked on an episode of Inside Gatwick.

Screenshot (Don't want to embed, as its massive):
http://imgur.com/21BuK.jpg

Edit:
Here is Bones.
http://imgur.com/tq2Vo

monkeysnapper

My brother in law boughht my 2 year old a ipad for xmas and i was very negative about i pads' i have to say i was sssooooo wrong' its a joy to use' the internet is ligtning fast on it compared to my laptop' and like a poster has already said you can sit on the toilet with it, carry it around the house, Im hooked , i always said it was a waste of money' a laptop can do so much ,,,, why why why ' GET ONE , youll never look back

James__10

Is this the latest Ipad?

http://www.expert.ie/category/The%20New%20iPad/6.0.12

James__10

James__10 wrote: »

Is this the latest Ipad?

http://www.expert.ie/category/The%20New%20iPad/6.0.12

Yep.

James__10

Deleted User wrote: »

Yep.

Good stuff hopefully the local expert shop has them in stock on Monday morning :pac:

Is there any need for a cover/case? Will the Charger be with the Ipad?

James__10

James__10 wrote: »

Good stuff hopefully the local expert shop has them in stock on Monday morning :pac:

Is there any need for a cover/case? Will the Charger be with the Ipad?

Yes charged will come wit it. My laptop isn't powerful enough to charge it, have to plug it into wall.

Also, I would recommend a case and screen protector. Keep it looking nice.

James__10

Can someone tell me what 4g is?

James__10

James__10 wrote: »

Can someone tell me what 4g is?

Basically, it's faster the 3G.

It the next generation network.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/4G

Sad Professor

James__10 wrote: »

Can someone tell me what 4g is?

It's false advertising. It's only "4G" in the US. It's incompatible with non-US 4G networks, meaning it's really 3G. Several countries are taking legal action against Apple at the moment.

James__10

I'll defiantly be picking up the Ipad on Monday can't wait:)

It will be very handy for browsing the web, watching movies and off course SkyGo

patwicklow

srsly78 wrote: »

OP ever tried to use laptop while on the jacks?

And i bet your posting on FB while on the jacks

Spanish Eyes

I just got one last week.. My trusty laptop went on fire! So I had to replace. The brother convinced me to go for it.. It is fantastic.

Only thing I can't seem to be able todo is see google streetview and aertv. If anyone has managed this cd u please let me know tnx.

FaceTime is great too.

banquo

StreetView is built into maps. Try dropping a pin on a major road and there should be a little red button that takes you to StreetView.

Spanish Eyes

banquo wrote: »

StreetView is built into maps. Try dropping a pin on a major road and there should be a little red button that takes you to StreetView.

Hi and many thanks.. So easy when you know how!!

banquo

No worries

James__10

Would I be ok in getting the 8gb model? I'd be just using the ipad for browsing the internet, sky go and a few other apps.

James__10

James__10 wrote: »

Would I be ok in getting the 8gb model? I'd be just using the ipad for browsing the internet, sky go and a few other apps.

You can't get an 8GB model. Lowest you can get is 16GB

James__10

Deleted User wrote: »

You can't get an 8GB model. Lowest you can get is 16GB

Sorry my heads gone :pac:

jeanie n

James__10 wrote: »

Thinking about getting a Ipad 3

What can the ipad to that a laptop can't do?

I have my iPad about A month now. I needed a new laptop but opted for iPad3. I have no regrets only i m sorry I didn't purchase one sooner. Very convenient for surfing web, pages app its great for writing essays etc. Laptops are so awkward, I suppose it depends on your usage.

James__10

jeanie n wrote: »

I have my iPad about A month now. I needed a new laptop but opted for iPad3. I have no regrets only i m sorry I didn't purchase one sooner. Very convenient for surfing web, pages app its great for writing essays etc. Laptops are so awkward, I suppose it depends on your usage.

I could spend hours on end on the laptop so I think i'll get good use out of the Ipad.

Heading into the store tomorrow hopefully its in stock.

Looking forward to see what sky go is like on it

murpho999

James__10 wrote: »

Thinking about getting a Ipad 3

What can the ipad to that a laptop can't do?

James__10 wrote: »

Access to xbmc ? Whats the battery like?

James__10 wrote: »

What are the best apps? Would it be possible to use it without a wifi connection ie outdoors?

James__10 wrote: »

Whats the sky go quality like on the ipad? Would it be better than on the laptop?

James__10 wrote: »

Is there any need for a cover/case? Will the Charger be with the Ipad?

James__10 wrote: »

Can someone tell me what 4g is?

James__10 wrote: »

Would I be ok in getting the 8gb model? I'd be just using the ipad for browsing the internet, sky go and a few other apps.

No offence OP but judging how you can't seem to use Google to answer your basic questions then I can't see how an iPad would fall short of your needs.

r3nu4l

dorgasm wrote: »

I'd never buy a tablet to replace my laptop. If you do, you will be disappointed. If you understand that a tablet is great for web browsing and other sorts of light work, then you won't be disappointed. Too many people have the idea that it will replace their laptop, it won't.

You are definitely right but it's a close run thing imo. I use my iPad when travelling on business and it's a joy to use. I use QuickOffice Pro for my docs and DropBox for storing documents to edit. I agree that it's not 100% ideal to replace a laptop but with the right apps it's very close.

So if you only use a laptop to surf, email, play music and write the occasional document, presentation or spreadsheet then an iPad (or other tablet) may just be your best choice. An iPad is a great tool for audiobooks and readig via iBooks or Kindle app too. A laptop is not half as convenient for reading ebooks on.

dodzy

monkeysnapper wrote: »

My brother in Law bought my 2 year old a ipad for xmas ......

He's a keeper:D

monkeysnapper

dodzy wrote: »

He's a keeper:D

overpaid flashy bastard more like:D

James__10

The shop won't have the ipad in stock for another 4-5 weeks :mad:

Jarren

am I correct to assume that you are based in Dundalk?

http://www.currys.ie/Product/APPLE-New-iPad-3-rd-gen-16GB-WiFi-Black/312866/7.18

http://www.openinghours.net/shop/currys+dundalk+562.html

James__10

Jarren wrote: »

am I correct to assume that you are based in Dundalk?

http://www.currys.ie/Product/APPLE-New-iPad-3-rd-gen-16GB-WiFi-Black/312866/7.18

http://www.openinghours.net/shop/currys+dundalk+562.html

Aye, but I can pay it off weekly in my local expert store so i'll have to wait for another month

Sad Professor

That will probably work out very expensive. Just save up and get one.

lavine7

Sad Professor wrote: »

That will probably work out very expensive. Just save up and get one.

And by the time you've saved up the latest one will be close to release so you could wait for that!

In all seriousness though, they are well worth the money for the many reason mentioned above.
However in your case, perhaps a 2nd hand iPad 2 off adverts etc. or a refurb off the apple store could suit you better than splashing out full price on the new one which in all honesty hasn't improved enough from iPad 2 to make it worth the extra price.

Your opinion on that may differ of course.

srsly78

Can always sell a kidney to get one.

James_LWAU

srsly78 wrote: »

Can always sell a kidney to get one.

I might have to:pac: I'll have to go back in and enquire again. Can't see how it takes a month to get it ordered in