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Old 03-07-2011, 12:51 PM
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So the iPad2 orders begin this Friday, March 11. Anyone picking one up or ordering one? What are your thoughts on it?
Old 03-07-2011, 01:31 PM
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I may just pick one up now, it really is the true reincarnation of the laptop. It makes my 15"MBP look gigantic....I would have liked a few more options,but overall its a great product that will sell millions while everyone else plays catchup
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It'll sell well, for sure, but it's still just a big iPod
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Hey, you know what I want... An iphone... one that doesn't fit in my pocket... and can't make phone calls from. That's what I want.

No lie, I will probably get one. LOLOLOL!
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Originally Posted by AKAlius
So the iPad2 orders begin this Friday, March 11. Anyone picking one up or ordering one? What are your thoughts on it?
I have an iPad 1, that I picked up the first day they were released. I love it and will pick up an iPad 2 for sure - hopefully on the 11th! It is an incredibly versatile device. I have some great "first person shooter games" that have incredible graphics - my 8 year old daughter uses it for educational games, I watch movies and TV shows on planes, email, browsing, and now video conferencing is around the corner. Jobs was right when he called it a "magical" device.

For those that call it a larger iPhone, it is a fair statement but that extra size makes it an entirely different experience.
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I'll probably pick it up. Owner of ipad from day 1.
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Originally Posted by tex_phil
I'll probably pick it up. Owner of ipad from day 1.
Have not had time to research this but beyond the video/camera function, what does the iPad2 offer over version 1? I have version 1 and really like it, just o not sure about upgrading...
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I think I'll get one myself as well - need something to skype and browse with. Plus, I think I'll be able to set it up as a smart remote for my media library. Hope so
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i will get one for sure ,,, i have the Iphone 4 from the company , I only wish the new Ipad has USB port


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