Use ipad as replacement to mac or pc ??

Dan82

Hi,

Trying to make as much use as possible of my ipad and pull away from mac,

Is anyone using their ipad as full time replacement for computer, i really want to to recap the money ive spent on it, use it for both work and personal life,

What accessors and apps should i have to be making most of device

Thanks

Hobbes

Bluetooth keyboard is all you need.

Beyond that unless the program only runs on a Mac (or no iPad version) then you shouldn't have an issue.

whiterebel

iPad App thread

Doodah7

To be honest, I think you are fooling yourself if you think you can use an iPad and keyboard exclusively and replace a computer. I have an iPad, which I use daily, and it is perfectly fine for surfing the web/emails/multimedia etc.

However there are just some functions that are hamstrung such as access to files, manipulation of files (moving, renaming etc.), certain video/audio editing that I find is just easier to do on a computer. Other hassles include Apple's own restrictions on Safari being the only default browser, not being able to use the millions of programs out there for various functions.

My 2c...

avalon68

tallpaul wrote: »

To be honest, I think you are fooling yourself if you think you can use an iPad and keyboard exclusively and replace a computer. I have an iPad, which I use daily, and it is perfectly fine for surfing the web/emails/multimedia etc.

However there are just some functions that are hamstrung such as access to files, manipulation of files (moving, renaming etc.), certain video/audio editing that I find is just easier to do on a computer. Other hassles include Apple's own restrictions on Safari being the only default browser, not being able to use the millions of programs out there for various functions.

My 2c...

+1. I love my ipad for email, browsing...even some games. But as soon as I need to do any work, the computer comes out. Its definitely not a replacement for a computer.

Piliger

Dan82 wrote: »

Hi,

Trying to make as much use as possible of my ipad and pull away from mac,

Is anyone using their ipad as full time replacement for computer, i really want to to recap the money ive spent on it, use it for both work and personal life,

What accessors and apps should i have to be making most of device

Thanks

There is no definitive answer to this despite what people may say. It depends on what YOU use your desktop for and what YOU use your iPad for.

if you just use email, web browsing and a few other low level activities then an iPad may well suit you as your sole computer.

Others need complex programs and file handing for the applications they use.

So what do you DO on your computer mostof the time ?

T-K-O

Personally the Ipad could never replace my computer. However if you just need the device for browsing / email / music the ipad could very well replace your mac

Eire Go Brach

Microsoft surface be a better option for you.

Piliger

Eire Go Brach wrote: »

Microsoft surface be a better option for you.

If you want to waste your money yes. An excellent choice. Read the reviews this week. A total piece of garbage.

T-K-O

Let's wait and see what the surface is like before slate or great it

Graham

It's like a netbook/notebook/tablet. A Noblet/Niblet perhaps.

Confession: I haven't tried one yet.

Hobbes

Don't mind all the naysayers.

Bluetooth keyboard is all you need. If the screen is an issue, just airplay it to your TV.

Unless you are doing specialised stuff that requires a computer, the apps for it work fine.

Dan82

Hobbes wrote: »

Don't mind all the naysayers.

Bluetooth keyboard is all you need. If the screen is an issue, just airplay it to your TV.

Unless you are doing specialised stuff that requires a computer, the apps for it work fine.

Thats what i was thinking too,

Most stuff i use is in the cloud and web based so i think ipad can be used for everything aslong as your not using certain programmes

jonon9

Wait till the Surface Pro comes out it will be a full x86 platform so you can run proper programs. To me a table is for mobility but for sheer computing power the desktop or a powerful laptop are years ahead