The iPad was easily the most anticipated gadget in 2010, eagerly awaited by millions of people all over the globe. This handheld tablet from the Apple stable was more than just a product-it was a statement from the company which is constantly raising the bar of technological innovation.
The first thing you notice about the iPad is its screen-all of 9.7 inches, with a dimension of 1024 x 768, and a capacitative multitouch LED-backlit display encircled by a shining black bezel that helps in keeping the screen safe from being accidentally handled. The colors are brilliant and the gadget can made painfully bright with the help of a brightness control icon. Weighing in at 1.5 pounds, it is surprisingly easy to handle. It works best when it is held flat; typing then becomes a breeze.
The device is run by a 1GHz Apple ARM A4 chip. The operating system on the iPad is patterned upon the OS X. Basically, if you own an iPhone, you will find this device easy to handle. Some other applications include 802.11a/b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity, a digital compass, an accelerometer, microphone, and an ambient light sensor. Its 3G model will have the added advantage of UMTS / HSDPA data and would boast an AGPS chip. The device is available in capacities of 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB. But what has baffled most users is a lack of camera. Many are finding this a bit of a put-off. There’s nothing wrong with the battery though. Apple claims that the battery can be used up to ten hours at a stretch.
Apple has defined the iPad by endowing it with a new iWork suite, meant specifically for this device. A brand new version of Pages and a Keynote further add to its luster. There’s also a version of Numbers, which is basically a spreadsheet app. The device is snazzy, beautifully designed, easy to hold and fast. Truly a device for the new millennium!
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