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Originally Posted by WT Sharpe
Unfortunately the iPad 3 is heavier than the iPad 2. The Wi-Fi version is 1.44 lbs, and the 4G model is 1.46 lbs. That's in contrast to the 1.33 lbs. for the iPad2 Wi-Fi, and 1.34 & 1.35 lbs. for the iPad 2's 3G model (depending on the carrier). At least none of them are as heavy as the original's 1.5 pounds, but they're moving in the wrong direction. |
Higher power requirements, hence a bigger, slightly heavier, battery. I think they've made the right choice in preserving battery life; 60g more isn't an awful lot.