iPad News: 2010/09

Sep 30, 2010

Here is Why a $200 iPad Price Drop Makes Sense | TechJaws.com

http://www.techjaws.com/here-is-why-a-200-ipad-price-drop-makes-sense/

What you are about to read is pure speculation - prediction based on rumors (and Apple’s track record over the years). If you are still interested, read on

Insuring iPads and iPods with a "Personal Articles Floater"

http://www.trustsig.com/blog/iphone-ipad-mobile-device-insurance/

Everybody's heard of auto and homeowners insurance, and even of insuring other items like jewerly or fine arts in some cases. But what about insuring that expensive iPhone, iPad, or laptop?

The Ultimate Tablet Comparison: iPad vs. Slate vs. Playbook vs. Galaxy Tab

http://www.techxilla.com/2010/09/28/the-ultimate-tablet-comparison-ipad-vs-slate-vs-playbook-vs-galaxy-tab/

Enough time enjoying supremacy, its time for some hardcore competition, yeah you guessed it right, i am talking about The Mighty iPad.

Sep 29, 2010

BlackBerry PlayBook vs. iPad vs. Galaxy Tab vs. Streak: the tale of the tape

http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/28/blackberry-playbook-vs-ipad-vs-galaxy-tab-vs-streak-the-tale/

What a day -- yesterday, that is. Research in Motion finally announced its long-awaited BlackBerry tablet, the 7-inch PlayBook (thankfully not named the BlackPad). While there's still quite a few missing details, and nary an unit in site for us to try first-hand, we've still got a sampling of specs for this little guy to go tte--tte on the quantitative field of proverbial battle, at least as it can be seen so far (that early 2011 release date is still a ways off). Looks very promising so far, lined up against Apple's iPad, Samsung's Galaxy Tab, and the Dell Streak, but our known unknowns -- i.e. price, app support, and overall feel of using the QNX-built operating system -- are what will really make or break the slate. Until that time, enjoy our number-crunching below:

BlackBerry
PlayBook

Apple
iPad

Samsung
Galaxy Tab

Dell
Streak

Screen size
7 inches
9.7 inches
7 inches
5 inches

Resolution
1024 x 600
1024 x 768
1024 x 600
800 x 480

Pixel density (approx.)
170
133
170
187

Platform
BB Tablet OS
iOS 3.2.2 (4.2 in November)
Android 2.2
Android 1.6 (2.1 / 2.2 in future)

Adobe Flash support
10.1
Not Supported
10.1
Not supported

Processor
1GHz dual-core Cortex A9
1GHz Apple A4 (ARMv7)
1GHz Cortex A8
1GHz Snapdragon

Graphics
Unknown
PowerVR SGX 535
PowerVR SGX 540
Adreno 200

RAM
1GB
256MB
512MB
512MB

Internal Storage
16GB / 32GB (unconfirmed)
16GB / 32GB / 64GB
16GB / 32GB
512MB

Expansion
Unknown
None
microSD
microSD

Connectivity
802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0
802.11 b/g, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR

Cellular data
3G and 4G promised for future
3G optional (AT&T)
3G (all carriers)
3G (AT&T)

GPS
None
3G models only
Yes
Yes

Camera
3MP front,
5MP rear
None

1.3MP front,
3MP rear

VGA front,
5MP rear

Weight
0.9 lbs
1.5 - 1.6 lbs

0.84 lbs

0.49 lbs

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Kindle owners rich, iPad owners young and male

http://www.networkworld.com/news/2010/092810-ipad-kindle-owners-nielsen.html

Kindle owners tend to be wealthier and more educated than Apple iPad and iPhone owners, while iPads are attracting a largely young, male following.

Apple releases major upgrade to Remote app for iPhone, iPad

http://business2press.com/2010/09/28/apple-remote-app-upgraded-iphone-ipad/

Apple has released a new version of its Remote app, which is free, for iOS, brings new features, retina display support

BlackBerry Playbook vs. Apple iPad

http://www.newgadget.org/gadget-comparisons/blackberry-playbook-vs-apple-ipad/

Apple iPad is one of the best selling gadgets of the year 2010. Many people who were in need of a portable PC selected iPad as their mate. When the Apple iPad was announced many companies started planning a tablet for their own brand and the iPad Killers were born.

Sep 28, 2010

Jason Schwartzman introduces The New Yorker iPad App

http://www.newyorker.com/online/blogs/newsdesk/2010/09/jason-schwartzman-ipad-video.html

Jason Schwartzman demonstrates The New Yorker iPad app. Directed by Roman Coppola.

RIM unveils BlackBerry PlayBook tablet to challenge iPad

http://www.electronista.com/articles/10/09/27/rim.blackberry.playbook.takes.on.ipad/

RIM today unveiled the PlayBook, its first shot at the tablet space. The PlayBook has a seven-inch, multi-touch display and is just 9.7mm thick. It's designed as a high-powered browsing device with both a WebKit browser as well as Flash 10.1 and AIR support. The slate is billed as a media-heavy device with full 1080p video output over HDMI -- including entirely different content on each screen -- and has both three- and five-megapixel cameras on both the front and back.

iPad To Redefine Medical Arena ?

http://alltechnoblog.com/ipad-to-redefine-medical-arena/

The best in breed and robust tablet, iPad is all set to touch newer heights in terms of its usage.

Become a Modern Day Organ Grinder With an iPad

http://www.ismashphone.com/2010/09/become-a-modern-day-organ-grinder-with-an-ipad.html

It's like a neo orgran grinder. A musician modified a few bags, and some other stuff, to create her own iPad case that allows her to prop it up (hands-free!) in front of her and use a musical app for live performance.

RIM edges in on iPad with BlackBerry Playbook tablet

http://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/hardware/rim-edges-in-on-ipad-with-blackberry-playbook-tablet/

RIM's BlackBerry PlayBook tablet one-ups the iPad with full Flash support, plus 1080p video recording, a dual-core processor, and more.

Sep 27, 2010

How To Find Out If A Person Has An iPad? [PIC]

http://www.smashingapps.com/2010/09/27/how-to-find-out-if-a-person-has-an-ipad.html

his is an interesting comparison picture that will help you understand the way to find out if a person has an iPad or not.

Sep 26, 2010

(Red) Mivizu Apple iPad tablet case neoprene cover compatible with Apple iPad Wifi / 3G Model 16GB, 32GB, 64GB with dual zipper and front pocket

http://www.suksanticomputer.com/accessories/red-mivizu-apple-ipad-tablet-case-neoprene-cover-compatible-with-apple-ipad-wifi-3g-model-16gb-32gb-64gb-with-dual-zipper-and-front-pocket.html

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(Red) Mivizu Apple iPad tablet case neoprene cover compatible with Apple iPad Wifi / 3G Model 16GB, 32GB, 64GB with dual zipper and front pocket
Technical Details

Compatible with new Apple iPad Tablet
Neoprene material stretches to accommodate and protect your device
Comes with a zippered front pouch to hold extra accessories, cables, A/C power adapter
Personalize your device with an option of six different alluring colors!
Made to be carried or packed conveniently.

Customer Reviews Read (2 customers reviews)

I like it probably not the best out there, but it works for me 2010-09-05
By jenn
i like the bright reddish/orange color, i like the general design of the product and i like the material its made out of doesnt scratch my ipad. overall, its exactly what i was looking for in an ipad case. so far, ive gotten lots of compliments on it and the color. the only thing i would say is that its not the most padded case, so if thats what youre looking for, i might keep looking. this case, in general, just keeps your ipad from getting scratched or knocked around and dinged up in your purse or whatever you might be carrying it in. if you were to drop it or something, i dont know how well it would hold up (it probably wouldnt get scratched, but i dont know if it would get dented or if you would jar the ipad and break something internally). also, i do use the plastic packaging pad it came with (another reviewer recommended it) and i feel like that helps me feel a little more confident in the padding, but i may just throw it out if it gets in the way. hope this helps anyone i know im satisfied! also, as a side note, this case fits your ipad EXACTLY, so there is no side padding or room. when i put that extra packaging padding in, i have a little difficulty closing the zipper b/c its just the perfect fit for the ipad and its protective case (assuming you have one around your ipad). thats why i said that i might just chuck the padding if it gets in the way.

Great Little Case 2010-04-22
By C. Cadenhead (DFW, TX USA)
This is a nice little case for an iPad or a netbook. An iPad fits nicely in it with not too much room left over. I was worried my iPad with a rubber protector on it would be too big for the case, but it just fit. After a few weeks of use my lime green one is holding up well and hasnt seemed to pick up an dirt or smudges on it. The zipper feels solid and I dont have any trouble zipping/unzipping it. The pocket could be a little bigger but there is enough room for an ac adapter and maybe an extra cord or two. I left the foam insert that comes with it in the case to help cushion and protect my iPad screen. The case seems to be as well made as the ones the Apple Stores are selling for a third of the price. Its a great buy.

Apple iPad Empire Leather Portfolio Stand Case Protector

http://www.suksanticomputer.com/accessories/apple-ipad-empire-leather-portfolio-stand-case-protector-2.html

Product By EMPIRE
Apple iPad Empire Leather Portfolio Stand Case Protector
Technical Details

Durable leather case.
Slips right over your iPad for a new look and great protection.
Designed to fit the iPad perfectly.
Openings for full functionality.
Quickly changes the appearance or orientation of the iPad.

Customer Reviews Read (3 customers reviews)

Good looking & functional 2010-07-09
By D. Olson (Concord, CA United States)
I wanted this review to respond to kalistoga. The case has the advantages mentioned: nice case for the money, slim design, securely holds the iPad. It does not have a high quality leather feel (like a Coach product, for example), but it is very nice. The inside is a leather-like vinyl and the outside is an adequately nice leather. I am very pleased with how it looks. The overlap of the case and screen is a problem. But I think it is a minor problem. It is easy to adjust the iPad up a little to make the bottom of the screen fully accessible. I have cut a little foam piece and placed it at the bottom of the case to keep the iPad in the right place. An easy and adequate solution. Probably this problem will be fixed by the manufacturer in a future run. Until then, I would still highly recommend this case.

Well worth the price!! 2010-07-08
By mmick
Having just received my iPad as a gift, there was no way I was taking it out into the world without a coat. After looking around and seeing the outrageous prices, i decided to take a chance on this one. I am very happy with the results. It fits perfect, looks nice, and I would recommend it to anyone. I received my order in 2 days and very satisfied. I will order from here again.

Sep 25, 2010

iPad Tops in Consumer Satisfaction: Report

http://m.cnbc.com/id/39290945

Big news for Apple and Apple investors: The iPad is the highest-scoring product that a leading consumer satisfaction index has ever tracked.

The Best Advertisement Apple Could Have For The iPad

http://techcrunch.com/2010/09/24/the-best-advertisement-apple-could-have-for-the-ipad/

Apple, no doubt, has a history of creating commercials that resonate with consumers. And with the recent Facetime ads, Apple has taken it one step further, appealing to the human emotion. But honestly, sometimes the best commercials are not produced by a big-name agency or a famous director. TechCrunch reader Paul Sanduleac sent us this video of his four-year-old brother using an iPad. It's nothing short of impressive.

Not only is the little boy able to swipe on the device, but he's taped playing various with apps, including a Keyboard app and a few games. You can see he's having the time of his life, while also interacting with the content and learning alphabets and colors as well.

10 Unique iPad Cases [Slideshow]

http://www.pcmag.com/slideshow_viewer/0,1205,l%253D254875%2526a%253D254873%2526po%253D0,00.asp?p=n

Practicality be damned, these ten head-turning iPad cases excel at being bizarre.

Apple Developing a Smaller iPad

http://gadgetcrave.com/

Apple is developing a smaller form factor iPad, likely to line up with the deluge of tablets of a variety of shapes and sizes that will be released in the near future.

Sep 24, 2010

People Are Really Happy With Their iPads

http://techcrunch.com/2010/09/24/ipad-therefore-i-am/

Apparently you can get satisfaction, if you're the owner of an iPad that is. A report recently released by the American Customer Satisfaction Index shows that consumer satisfaction with personal computers is at an all time high having grown 4% this year, now scoring a 78 on the100-point scale.

Leading the pack for the seventh year in row, beloved fanboy brand Apple gains 2% to hit an 86, its highest score ever and a full 9 points ahead of it's competitors Dell, Acer and HP which all scored 77s.

13 Must Have iPad Apps for Creative People

http://www.webdesigncore.com/2010/09/24/13-must-have-ipad-apps-for-creative-persons/

This is the age of iPads, lots of people have already purchased it and some are going to buy it, there are lots of applications are available on the net, but in this post we have gathered few very useful and handy apps for designers and other creative professionals.

BlackBerry's New 'BlackPad': Competition for the iPad?

http://theweek.com/article/index/207373/blackberrys-new-blackpad-competition-for-the-ipad

Research in Motion is reportedly a week away from unveiling the BlackPad, a challenger to Apple's iPad. Let the tablet wars begin in earnest?

iPhone and iPad Tips of the Week - September 23, 2010

http://www.maclife.com/article/howtos/iphone_and_ipad_tips_week_folders_and_high_contrast_mode

This week we'll take a look at how handy folders can be in the iOS Dock, learn how to create a special Apple logo folder, and practice a few tricks that make iTunes 10 a bit more palatable, Plus, we'll teach you about the new iPhone Field Service test in iOS 4.1.How to Access More Apps in the Dock Using FoldersYou can create folders in iTunes 10 in your devices App panel or your iOS device running iOS 4 or higher by dragging one icon on top of another. A default name will be offered by iOS or iTunes 10 that you can accept or change afterwards. You can then add up to 12 different apps to any of these folders, available on any Springboard page. If you are making these changes in iTunes, make sure that you hit Apply to save your changes to your device.The result is shown in the picture below with the expanded version above showing the contents of the Books folder.Compatibility: iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch running iOS 4 or higher.How to Create an Apple Logo Folder in iOS 4.0Here's a handy little tip that will let you create a folder in iOS 4.0 that contains the Apple () Symbol. It will appear similar to this when you are done: 1. On your iOS device tap and hold any app and drag it on top of another app. This will cause iOS to create a folder containing the two apps.2. Change the default folder name to "AppleLogo", tap anywhere on the screen outside of the folder to close it, and press the Home button.3. Connect your device to your computer and perform a sync in iTunes 10.4. Select your device in iTunes 10 and then select the Apps tab for that device.5. Double-click on the folder you created in Step 2 to rename it.6. Select the text "AppleLogo", press Option-Shift-K to replace it with the Apple () Symbol. Then, you can add any other text if you want, and press Return to make the change.7. Click the Apply button to sync these changes to your device.Compatibility: iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch running iOS 4 or higher. How to Transform iTunes 10 into High Contrast ModeApple shocked millions of iTunes users by substituting low-contrast, one color icons in iTunes 10. Depending on your opinion, that change was one of the most unappealing updates made from iTunes 9 to iTunes 10. This hint will show you how to change the icon's appearance to give you a high-contrast side bar and listing pane (and, hey, change things up a bit). 1. Close iTunes 10 if it is open.2. Open the Terminal application located within the Applications/Utilities folder on your Macs hard drive.3. Enter the following command at the terminal prompt and press Return to turn on the high-contrast icons:defaults write com.apple.iTunes high-contrast-mode-enable -bool TRUE4. Launch iTunes 10 and check out the new icons. If you like them there isn't anything else you need to do, but if you don't like them go to Step 5.5. Enter the following command at the terminal prompt and press Return to go back to the low-contrast icons:defaults write com.apple.iTunes high-contrast-mode-enable -bool FALSECompatibility: Any Mac running iTunes 10.BeforeAfterBonus: Check Out Field Test Mode Returns in iOS 4.1There is a new limited version of the Field Test mode that has been reintroduced in iOS 4.1 after mysteriously disappearing in iOS 4.0. Simply launch the Phone app and dial *3001#12345#*, then press Call. Now you will see a number, representing the signal loss in dB, in the upper left side of the iPhone display.The signal bars on your iPhone will be replaced by a number. The higher the numeric portion of the negative number gets the worse your signal is. For example, -100 is worse than -79. If you tap on the displayed number the display toggles between displaying the number and the normal signal bars.The original field test mode in iOS 3.0 had a more robust set of features being reported, but signal strength is all you get in this version.Once you are done marveling over your signal strength press the Home button to exit. The signal strength bars will return momentarily.Compatibility: iPhone running iOS 4.1.Follow this article's author, David W. Martin, on Twitter.

Sep 23, 2010

Top 20 Helpful iPad Apps from the Government

http://www.mastersinpublicpolicy.org/top-20-helpful-ipad-apps-from-the-government.html

The iPad has changed the face of electronics. In fact, even the government has created applications designed to help keep citizens informed. This is a list of 20 such apps.

iPad App Remotely Controls Home Lights, Shades and Temperatures

http://www.digitaltrends.com/trade-shows/lutron-ipad-app-controls-shades-lights-temperature-and-more/

Home automation makes yet another footprint on the iPad with Lutron’s upcoming iPad app, which controls lights, shades, temperature and appliances.

VIDEO: How to Clean Your Apple iPad, iPhone 4, iPod Touch, iPod Nano 6G Screen?

http://www.daniworld.com/trends/how-to-clean-your-apple-ipad-iphone-4-ipod-touch-ipod-nano-6g-screen-monster-clean-touch/

Is your iPad, iPhone 4, iPod Touch, iPod Nano 6G screen covered in fingerprint and dirt? Well here is one of the best solutions.

Laptops VS iPad for College Students

http://www.anycollege.com/blog/index.cfm/2010/9/9/best-laptops-for-college-studentsipad

Is it a possible computer replacer or is it a higher end gadget for those looking to show off their money and technological habits? Well, we’re about to find out.

Sep 22, 2010

This case makes your iPad look like an Etch A Sketch.(Pic)

http://i.imgur.com/H07K7.jpg

A wacky new case makes your iPad look like an Etch A Sketch. Hipsters can go nostalgic by slipping on the bright red cover which also acts as a high quality protective case. It was designed to help celebrate the drawing toy's 50th anniversary. Sadly, the white dials do not allow you to draw and shaking the iPad will not clear the screen!

In preparation for mass rollout, Square updates its iPhone and iPad apps

http://thenextweb.com/apps/2010/09/21/in-preparation-for-mass-rollout-square-updates-its-iphone-and-ipad-apps/

Square, the mobile payment system from Twitter creator Jack Dorsey, is beginning its march towards trying to become the leader in the mobile payment space.
Beset by several setbacks. First there were security concerns, followed by a lack of the Square card readers which connect to ones mobile device via the headphone jack. Those issues appear to be alleiviated with a mass roll-out of the service expected by the end of the summer, as other services, particularly Mophie, and Visa begin testing their own mobile payment solutions.
How will Square respond? Today we get a taste with the launch of an update to their iPhone app, version 1.3, which features:

Retina Display support for iPhone 4.
Improved first run experience.
Take cash payments even when offline.
Improved swiping reliability.
Improved tipping on iPad.
Improved support for multitasking on iOS 4.
Improved experience for unactivated users.
More accurate feedback when swiping incorrectly.
Fixes issues with geolocation on iOS 4.
And more.

Heres a video explaining Square for those unfamiliar with the product, click on the image to view the video in a separate window:

Are you a Square user? If youve signed up for the service, have you received your card reader? What appeals most to you about the service?

VLC for iPad Rolling Out to App Stores Around the World

http://www.macrumors.com/2010/09/20/vlc-for-ipad-rolling-out-to-app-stores-around-the-world-iphone-version-under-development/

Earlier this month, we noted that an iPad version of the popular VLC media player had been created and submitted to Apple for inclusion in the App Store. Early previews of the application suggested

Free download DVD Ripper software, Best DVD Converter & Ripping/rip to AVI/MPEG/ipad

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Super fast DVD Ripping software, DVD to converters, Windows 7 DVD Ripper, can rip DVD to MPEG/AVI/XVID/mp3/iPod/iphone 3gs/droid/iPad etc on windows 7/ XP/ Vista 32-bit with, excellent quality...

Sep 21, 2010

Eco-Libris blog: Will the iPad succeed to conquer the campus?

http://ecolibris.blogspot.com/2010/09/will-ipad-succeed-to-conquer-campus.html

Is the iPad a game changer in the market of electronic textbooks?

Why Samsung's Galaxy Tablet Isn't an iPad Killer

http://www.ismashphone.com/2010/09/why-samsungs-galaxy-tablet-isnt-an-ipad-killer.html

Samsung is proudly showing off their Galaxy Tab. They are making it out to be the hip, new device that is the latest in tablet computers. Some may see it as the iPad killer, but it's far from it.

Making Future Magic - Animators Create Stop-Motion Film With iPads and Light

http://www.techi.com/2010/09/making-future-magic-animators-create-stop-motion-film-with-ipads-and-light/

I repeatedly harp on the iPad for its lack of ability for truly professional content creation. Well, I take it all back. This is one of the most ingenious things I’ve seen in days.

Sony Claims iPhone, iPad No Threat To Gaming

http://hothardware.com/News/Sony-Claims-iPhone-iPad-No-Threat-To-Gaming/

According to Sony executives, the recent growth in cell phone / mobile device gaming poses no danger to the company's gaming-focused products. Instead, Sony's president of Sony's etworked Products & Services Group, Kazuo Hirai, believes new interest in gaming is an opportunity.

New BMWs To Sport Apple Interface, iPad And iPod Out Integration

http://www.crunchgear.com/2010/09/20/bmw-releases-ipad-and-ipod-out-integration/

The Paris Motor show is going on now. The usual car unveilings are a given, but also the shows are becoming a place for automakers to showcase and release exciting new tech. Take BMW, for example: they are known around the globe for making the ultimate driving machines. Now, they are entering the realm of being the ultimate connectivity machines.
Right now, we are witnessing a convergence in the way we run and drive our lives. We want to be connected at all timesto anythingso long as we are stimulated. For car companies, that means giving the people what they want. And what is that? Well we dont want any more half-baked attempts at a third-party interface, no more reinventing the wheel with the interface. Instead, how about a continued consistent look pulled straight from things were already accustomed to. I use an iPhone; I like the interface; why cant my cars display duplicate that? Apple isnt getting into the car business anytime soon.

Since the automakers are still lost, Apple has gone ahead and built a feature into iOS4 called iPod out, practically giving the people what they want now automakers just need to accept the loss and go for the win.
BMW doesnt want to make you learn another interface, because they know you really dont want to. Remember, they were one of the original OEMs to support the iPod.

Well now its official, BMW will have it out this year, and its also going to support the iPadbut they call it Original BMW Accessories BMW Carrier for Apple iPad Office Mode. (How official!)
Whats cool about this is that finally we can expect the same experience in our car that we do from our phone. You can do it by connecting though the dock connector or better yet, Bluetooth all navigated from the already in-car iDrive controller. The interface is Apples own, though its controlled from iDrive. Expect it to be similar to Front Row and to include album art.
For those with older iDrive systems, sadly there will be no upgrade.iPhone 3G, 3GS and 4 and the second and third generation iPod Touches will be supported through the system. This is a really exciting turn towards a consistent interface among all cars, hopefully more automakers will wake up and drive the Apple Kool-Aid.
Note to automakers: We want to leave both our key and phone in our pocket upon entering the car. The key should open the car without the need for buttons and the phone should connect to the infotainment system with no cables. That is all we ask, its not that hard.

Apple Approves VLC Video Player for iPad

http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2010/09/apple-approves-vlc-video-player-for-ipad/

Apple has approved VLC Media Player for iPad, an app that plays a multitude of movie formats unsupported by the tablet's built-in video player.

iSwifter Launches App To Stream Flash Games To iPads

http://techcrunch.com/2010/09/16/iswifter-launches-app-to-stream-flash-games-to-ipads/

Incubator YouWeb, which spun out gaming startups CrowdStar, AuroraFeint and Sibblingz, has launched cloud-based Flash streaming service, iSwifter. iSwifter is debuting an iPad app today that will allow developers to stream flash games to the tablet device.
iSwifter allows users to browse, play and rate Flash games from gaming portals on the web, with each game optimized for iPad. With With iSwifter, Flash does not run on the device at all but it is streamed to the tablet just like a Netflix movie or a YouTube video. So, game developers dont have to build a iOS specific app for their games, but can instead publish their Flash games to iSwifter.
The startup plans to bring its technology to iPhones, iTouch devices and Android smartphones later this year.
iSwifter faces competition from fellow game-streaming platforms Onlive and Gaikai.

Wi-Fi Enabled iPads To be available in China From Sept 17

http://www.todaytechnews.com/wi-fi-enabled-ipads-to-be-available-in-china-from-sept-17.html

An announcement came from Apple Inc. about the launch of the magical iPad models having Wi-Fi connectivity in China. The iPad models will be available for the customers at the Apple retails stores and some select Apple Authorized Resellers. The new iPad will be available from 17th September from 10:00 a.m.

Sep 20, 2010

How To Play Flash Games On Your Apple iPad For Free

http://savedelete.com/how-to-play-flash-games-on-your-apple-ipad-for-free.html

Best free app to play flash games on your Apple iPad. This is the only one app available that allows you to play flash games on your iPad.

Breaking: New Version Of Apple iPad Coming In 2011 With 7 Inch Display & 2 Cameras!

http://veryrite.com/2010/09/20/new-version-of-apple-ipad-coming-in-2011-with-7-inch-display-2-cameras/

A new report has emerged with the claim that Apple is working on a smaller iPad of 7 inch display, featuring cameras and it is expected to launch in the early part of 2011. The rumor is emerged from a report by Rodman & Renshaw analyst Ashok Kuma. Most of the analyst are saying that Apple is refreshing its tablet device because of the coming competition which can been seen easily by watching the growth of pads and tablet device production.

Is Galaxy Tab is batter then iPad? | Tech Shake

http://techshake.info/2010/09/is-galaxy-tab-is-batter-then-ipad/

Millions of iPads are sold out worldwide and Galaxy tab is going to hit US markets soon. If we compare iPad with Galaxy Tab ,It has a variety of compelling

BMW kickstarts iPad OEM accessories for cars

http://www.electronista.com/articles/10/09/20/ipad.has.conquered.the.home.cars.next/

BMW has showcased its plans for iPad OEM accessories at the Paris motorshow, signalling that the device is set to supplant the traditional car-based DVD unit with flip down screen as the future of in-car entertainment.

The second piece of Apple-centric BMW OEM accessory on display at the Paris show is an iPhone dock that supports a BMW Link app, which integrates the device with the car's audio, Bluetooth phone, and satellite navigation systems.

Sep 19, 2010

Best Buy: reports of the iPad cannibalizing notebook sales are grossly exaggerated

http://www.intomobile.com/2010/09/17/best-buy-reports-of-the-ipad-cannibalizing-notebook-sales-are-grossly-exaggerated/

Best Buy CEO Brian Dunn backpedaled on his statement that the iPad had cannibalized sales from laptop PCs.

FaceTime capable iPad in 'advanced testing'

http://www.zdnet.com/blog/apple/facetime-capable-ipad-in-advanced-testing/8158

After Apple revved the iPhone in June and the iPod lineup in September 1 the next logical candidate for an upgrade is the iPad -- and it might be coming sooner than originally expected.

Numbers are out. Apple iPad grabbed 25% of PC notebook sales | AppleMacness

http://www.applemacness.com/numbers-are-out-apple-ipad-grabbed-25-of-pc-notebook-sales/

In a note to investors, a research firm has revealed that iPad has consumed over 25% of notebook sales and the change is market-wide phenomenon.

iPad cuts Best Buy's traditional notebook PC sales in half

http://www.electronista.com/articles/10/09/16/ipad.gutting.notebook.sales.at.best.buy/

The company hasn't said how many iPads have moved through its stores, but it was confident enough in their sales to expand sales to all its stores by September 26.

Video: Apple’s iPad gets joked on in Kindle ad

http://hewreck.com/video-apples-ipad-gets-joked-on-in-kindle-3-ad/

Amazon is rolling up its sleeves in its fight to convince consumers that its Kindle electronic reader is better than competing Apple's ipad

iPad, a Wave of Android Tablets Are Gunning for You

http://www.pcworld.com/article/205407/ipad_a_wave_of_android_tablets_are_gunning_for_you.html

Samsung, Toshiba, ViewSonic and Archos will take aim at Apple, but the iPad has not faced a worthy challenger yet.

Will Apple release iPad with FaceTime before the holiday?

http://www.mobilewhack.com/will-apple-release-ipad-with-facetime-before-the-holiday/

We discussed before how the iPad version 2.0 might be out before the holiday season, and now there is another rumor: it will have FaceTime.
If it has FaceTime, that means one thing: it has a front-facing camera, like the new iPod Touch. Of course, this report comes from a pretty reliable source, but we dont know what is going to happen until it happens.
Ive just got a terrific feeling that this could be true, but dont quote me on that, yet.
Source
Related PostsiPad 2.0 to get a holiday release?There are always rumors in the tech world, especially where Apple products are concerned. Recently,...Apple having a big event on August 14-16Last time we discussed Apple rumors, it was about the size of the iPad along with new bumpers.

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iPad Vs Kindle

http://www.digitaltrends.com/gadgets/kindle-vs-ipad/

In our Kindle Vs. iPad battle, we pit the best features of each gadget against each other to determine a...

Kindle vs iPad Ad [Video]

http://globalthoughtz.com/2010/09/kindle-vs-ipad-ad-video/

Not sure how Apple fans would take this but I found this ad Kindle vs iPad quite humorous. An iPad user finds it very difficult to read in direct sunlight while a Kindle is easily visible.

Apple has released a series of Mac vs PC ads all these years, wonder how it feels to be at thereceivingad

Leak: iPad To Be Sold At Target On October 3rd

http://www.electronista.com/articles/10/09/12/ipad.seen.in.targets.inventory.system.for.oct.3/

Apple may make an aggressive inroad into the Amazon Kindle's territory with an expansion into Target stores. Six versions of a mystery device have appeared in Target's inventory system, all of which line up with Apple's iPad pricing and which would show up October 3.

10 Unique Apple iPad Case Designs

http://smashinghub.com/10-unique-apple-ipad-case-designs.htm

iPad is a beautiful product. You must have notice iPad as watching movies, reading e-books, or browsing internet. We need to protect the fashionable iPad Product. In this regard, we can use varieties of modern and traditional covers designs.

Apple to launch Wi-Fi iPad in China Friday

http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/apple-to-launch-wi-fi-ipad-in-china-friday/

Apple is moving fast to get the iPad into the world’s most populous country on Friday, only months after...

Did Apple kill smashing ad for Newsday iPad app?

http://news.cnet.com/8301-17852_3-20016901-71.html?part=rss&subj=news&tag=2547-1_3-0-20

An ad for Newsday's iPad app is suddenly removed from YouTube. Reports suggest Apple might have objected to the ad's depiction of the iPad's glass shattering.

iPad headed to Target on October 3rd?

http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/12/ipad-headed-to-target-on-october-3rd/

It's not quite the definitive proof that some boxes spotted in the wild would be, but a tipster has sent us a few pieces of a puzzle that seem to suggest that Apple could be expanding the iPad's retail presence into Target stores just in time for the holiday shopping season. That includes a list featuring a mysteriously unnamed product that's set to become available on October 3rd (in six different versions, no less), and a series of images from a Target PDA (like the one pictured above) that seemingly show that the item numbers match the iPad prices exactly, and that it will be located in the Digital Audio section -- that's apparently also how e-readers like the Kindle are classified, in addition to iPods. Smoking gun? Not exactly, but it's certainly enough to get us to keep our eye on this one.iPad headed to Target on October 3rd? originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 12 Sep 2010 16:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | |Email this|Comments

Did Apple swat Newsday's iPad app ad off YouTube?

http://www.networkworld.com/community/blog/did-apple-swat-newsdays-ipad-app-ad-youtube

Looks like a good bet. Newsweek scored a big viral hit with its iPad ap add called “Flypaper” (Dad discovers iPad makes a lousy flyswatter) but today the paper says it has taken the spot off YouTube and other copies are disappearing, too. Newsday won't say why.

Apple iPad vs. Samsung Galaxy tab | xenBits

http://www.xenbits.com/cool-gadgets/apple-ipad-vs-samsung-galaxy-tab

Since the launch of Samsung galaxy tab couple of days ago, people have started to compare it with iPad. Considering specs and features of Samsung Galaxy tab it

New Kindle Ad Attacks The iPad (Video)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUjF8qPZrUg

New Amazon Kindle Ad Shows How Impossible It Is To Read The iPad In Direct Sunlight.

New iPad App downloadable software to get the most out of your iPad

http://www.newipadapp.net/

New iPad App software you can download to customise your iPad. We have gathered the best information and prices online regarding New iPad Apps at newipadapp.net

Netbook Sales Are Crashing! Quick! Blame The iPad, Not The Lousy Netbooks!

http://techcrunch.com/2010/09/17/netbook-sales-are-crashing-quick-blame-the-ipad-not-the-lousy-netbooks/

Well what do you know? Netbook sales are so low right now that a recent report by NPD, Morgan Stanley Research lists last months sales as negative number. Thats right, people are apparently selling the notebooks back or something. (not really, but no one is buying netbooks right now)
Morgan Stanleys Katy Hubertys report is intended to show the state of the netbook market and since the iPad was announced, netbooks declinedsteadily. She states that the iPad is partly responsible to the loss sales. August saw a 4% decline over last years numbers and apparentlySeptemberwill produce similar numbers. If the back to school spending spree cant save netbooks, nothing can. Not even Santa.

Video: New Amazon Kindle Ad Shows How Impossible It Is To Read The iPad In Direct Sunlight

http://techcrunch.com/2010/09/13/video-new-amazon-kindle-ad-shows-how-impossible-it-is-to-read-the-ipad-in-direct-sunlight/

Real Madrid v. Barcelona, Ali v. Frazier, and now Kindle v. iPad. This here commercial illustrates, in humorous fashion, the fact that the iPad isnt nearly as easily visible in direct sunlight as the Kindle.
You already knew that the Kindle was perfectly visible in direct sunlight, and now we have Amazonyes, this is an actual commercial that was seen on television (Good Morning America, to be exact) a few moments agostressing the fact.

Kinect sales will 'Blow away' those of the iPad -- at least that's what Microsoft's Kudo Tsunoda thinks

http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/17/kinect-sales-will-blow-away-those-of-the-ipad-at-least-that/

Microsoft Game Studios manager Kudo Tsunoda is usually known for his controversial choice of eyeware, but now it's what he's saying rather than wearing that is mixing things up. Kudo is so confident of his baby, the Kinect, that he thinks it will be the hot property this holiday season. He said this in an interview with Gamasutra:

The preorders have been really strong. As far as what we're looking at for Holiday, this is going to be stuff that'll blow away any of the sales you've seen with iPad... The Xbox 360 is already selling better than the Wii and Sony right now. Kinect's really just going to boost that to a whole new level.
For what it's worth we haven't been blown away by any of the launch titles for the thing, so we're not quite so confident of its impending breakout success. However, the Wii has certainly shown that people are willing to make frivolous gaming hardware purchases even when the software isn't there to back it up. We'll soon see if that mentality extends to pricey accessories, too.Kinect sales will 'Blow away' those of the iPad -- at least that's what Microsoft's Kudo Tsunoda thinks originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 17 Sep 2010 19:36:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.PermalinkTG Daily | Gamasutra |Email this|Comments

Best Buy CEO claims iPad has killed 50 percent of laptop sales

http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/best-buys-ceo-claims-the-ipad-has-killed-50-percent-of-laptop-sales/

The iPad now appears to be such a success that it is making people turn away from more conventional forms of technology in favor of Apple’s tablet.

Rumor: iPad Hitting Target Stores Next Month

http://www.gearlog.com/2010/09/rumor_ipad_hitting_target_stor.php

Apple's iPad has already done quite well already, thank you very much. Until now, the tablet has been available through Apple--via its Webstore and ever-growing list of retail locations--and Best Buy. The best way for the company to really hit a sales spike this holiday would be to ensure the device's placement in even more retail locations.

Top Ten iPad Applications for Business Use

http://www.designzzz.com/ipad-apps-application-business/

Here you have some interesting and useful business software for iPad ideally suited for people who are still on the job.

AIDACASE brings Keycase Folio Deluxe iPad case to to the US

http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/16/aidacase-brings-keycase-folio-deluxe-ipad-case-to-to-the-us/

We hope you didn't go to the trouble of importing the Keycase Folio from the UK -- AIDACASE has just announced that it's making the iPad case available in the US in a slightly improved "deluxe" version. That naturally includes the same Bluetooth keyboard as before, but AIDACASE has opted to use a micro USB cable instead of an Apple dock connector for charging the keyboard, and it's added a new magnetic flap to keep the case securely closed. Otherwise, the case looks to be identical to the non-deluxe version, and it's available on Amazon right now for $100. Full press release is after the break.
Continue reading AIDACASE brings Keycase Folio Deluxe iPad case to to the USAIDACASE brings Keycase Folio Deluxe iPad case to to the US originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 16 Sep 2010 16:55:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | AIDACASE |Email this|Comments

iOS 4.2 on iPad preview (video)

http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/15/ios-4-2-on-ipad-preview-video/

So we've just had a chance to take our iPad out for a spin sporting iOS 4.2... and it's pretty great. The addition of multitasking, folders, and big improvements in mail (amongst other things) finally make the device feel more like a computer and less like a gigantic iPhone. Ironic really, since these updates rolled out to the iPhone first. In our brief use of the new and improved iPad (and particularly with multitasking), we're impressed to see that there doesn't seem to be any lag or slowdown on the device while swapping between apps (despite the smaller amount of RAM on board here) or throwing together folders. We're pretty heartened to see performance matching what we've come to expect on our iPhone 4 -- admittedly we had reservations about what the experience would be like. Folders are an especially notable inclusion here due to the pure silliness of scrolling through multiple iPad pages, and we're happy to see them intact on the bigger device. This is going to be a huge improvement for general navigation. Otherwise, many of the odds and ends you know from the iPhone / iPod versions are here, though the new AirPrint and AirPlay functions have yet to make their way to any pieces of the OS that we can see.

One other wild thing we've noticed: the orientation switch no longer controls orientation. It's a mute / unmute switch now! We were pretty surprised to see the change, but it actually makes far more sense (orientation is now controlled with a button on the music / brightness widget). Of course, we're still exploring the beta OS, and we expect to uncover a few more morsels, so stay tuned to this post as we'll update with our discoveries. For now, you can continue on after the break to check out a video showing off just what a real world iPad looks like doing its 4.2 thing.Continue reading iOS 4.2 on iPad preview (video)iOS 4.2 on iPad preview (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 15 Sep 2010 15:23:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | |Email this|Comments

New Kindle ad takes on the readability of iPad in the sun, doesn't have monster track

http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/13/new-kindle-ad-takes-on-the-readability-of-ipad-in-the-sun-doesn/

This morning as we were brewing our coffee, we saw what appeared to be a new Kindle ad that mocked the readability factor of an iPad-like slate in the sun. The video turned a little weird, however, when, at the end we were greeted with a maniacal monsterish cackle. Unsurprisingly, we thought, "this is fake" and moved on with our day. Turns out, however, the ad is in fact real, sans the laugh track, of course, which was someone's idea of a great goof. The full ad is below.Continue reading New Kindle ad takes on the readability of iPad in the sun, doesn't have monster trackNew Kindle ad takes on the readability of iPad in the sun, doesn't have monster track originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:59:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Kindle (YouTube) |Email this|Comments