iPad Would you change your current iPad2 for the iPad3?

[nookkatz]

I voted no because my iPad 1 does all I need it to do. As long as it continues to work well, I see no need to upgrade. I get so much use out of it, though, that there will definitely continue to be an iPad in my life. I do most of my reading on it, so when my Nook Color and Nook Simple Touch start having problems, I'll think twice about replacing them.

[murraypaul]

They've just confirmed the 2048x1536 resolution, so yes, I'll be getting one to replace my iPad 1 as soon as they are available.
(264ppi)

[jocampo]

Well....

I read a few articles and blogs from Engadget. I see no reason to upgrade. Actually, is heavier. Maybe for iPad1 users. But for what I need and do, I do not see reason to sell my iPad2.

Basically...

-Faster data connection (thanks I do not want more cellphone bills)
-Better cameras (thanks, I use mine for reading or browse Internet) I have a Canon t2i
-Siri (that stuff never understands my sexy Latin accent, lol)
-Faster CPU (I do not see the reason if I mainly use Kindle for iOS and Safari)

Great time for those waiting to get an iPad2 WiFi though, nice price for a new model: 399.

[murraypaul]

Originally Posted by jocampo

-Faster data connection (thanks I do not want more cellphone bills)
-Better cameras (thanks, I use mine for reading or browse Internet) I have a Canon t2i
-Siri (that stuff never understands my sexy Latin accent, lol)
-Faster CPU (I do not see the reason if I mainly use Kindle for iOS and Safari)

None of that would have enticed me to upgrade, but the double ppi should be fantastic for comics and magazines, and nicer for books.

[HarryT]

Just returned my iPad2; I'll probably order a three in a while. Need to wait for the refund to show up on my credit card first .

[jocampo]

Gosh! tight poll... 7,7,7 ... hahaha... gonna play lottery with that number ...

[jocampo]

Originally Posted by HarryT

Need to wait for the refund to show up on my credit card first .

Wise man!

[jocampo]

Originally Posted by murraypaul

None of that would have enticed me to upgrade, but the double ppi should be fantastic for comics and magazines, and nicer for books.

I can see people needing a faster CPU or those fancy cameras (you will look funny taking pictures though, lol) but for what I do, it is not enough.

However, for those without an iPad and looking for a nice reader on a tablet form factor, this could be a good choice.

[ilovejedd]

Originally Posted by murraypaul

None of that would have enticed me to upgrade, but the double ppi should be fantastic for comics and magazines, and nicer for books.

Same here. I really only use the iPad for comics/manga, anyway, and some occasional web browsing. For books, I'll stick to my PRS-350, thanks.

[monkeyluis]

I'm getting the iPad 3 & giving my wife the iPad 2 & the kids her iPad 1. Lol.

[steven522]

Originally Posted by murraypaul

...but the double ppi should be fantastic for comics and magazines, and nicer for books.

For the higher pixels to work for comics and magazines, wouldn't the resolution of said documents need to be that high (1536x2048 at least) to make a difference? Given that, wouldn't the file sizes involved eat up memory at a rapid pace?

Short of throwing down the extra cash for the highest memory available (64GB), users with high quality graphics on their comics and magazines would be switching out document files constantly. Personally, I would rather have an SD/SDHC socket.

Or am I missing something very basic?

Note: I do not use an iPad currently, but my daughter has one of her own. I am currently reading my comics/books on a Nook Color.

[HarryT]

Originally Posted by steven522

For the higher pixels to work for comics and magazines, wouldn't the resolution of said documents need to be that high (1536x2048 at least) to make a difference?

No, it would simply need to be higher than the 1024x768 resolution of the current screens.

[ilovejedd]

Originally Posted by steven522

For the higher pixels to work for comics and magazines, wouldn't the resolution of said documents need to be that high (1536x2048 at least) to make a difference? Given that, wouldn't the file sizes involved eat up memory at a rapid pace?

Short of throwing down the extra cash for the highest memory available (64GB), users with high quality graphics on their comics and magazines would be switching out document files constantly. Personally, I would rather have an SD/SDHC socket.

Originally Posted by HarryT

No, it would simply need to be higher than the 1024x768 resolution of the current screens.

This. Resolution of a lot of comics is already higher than the current 768x1024 available on the iPad 2 so there should be a noticeable difference on those. I do believe I actually have manga scans close to that resolution. File sizes are at around 80~200MB per volume. Yes, I pre-ordered the 64GB model (would have even spent extra for 128GB if one were available). I would like support for an external card slot but this is Apple we're talking about so I doubt we'll see it.

I do think I'll move to an Android tablet eventually (eying the upcoming ASUS Transformer). Unfortunately, while apps for smartphones have caught up, apps designed for Android tablets are still lagging behind the iPad.

[ScotiaBurrell]

I have waited 3 generations to buy -- now I invest.

[JSWolf]

From what I've been reading, if you have an iPad 1, go ahead and upgrade. If you have an iPad 2, don't bother.

That's the same thing said about upgrading an iPad 1 to and iPad 2.