What can the ipad to that a laptop can't do?

banquo

No worries

James__10

Would I be ok in getting the 8gb model? I'd be just using the ipad for browsing the internet, sky go and a few other apps.

James__10

James__10 wrote: »

Would I be ok in getting the 8gb model? I'd be just using the ipad for browsing the internet, sky go and a few other apps.

You can't get an 8GB model. Lowest you can get is 16GB

James__10

Deleted User wrote: »

You can't get an 8GB model. Lowest you can get is 16GB

Sorry my heads gone :pac:

jeanie n

James__10 wrote: »

Thinking about getting a Ipad 3

What can the ipad to that a laptop can't do?

I have my iPad about A month now. I needed a new laptop but opted for iPad3. I have no regrets only i m sorry I didn't purchase one sooner. Very convenient for surfing web, pages app its great for writing essays etc. Laptops are so awkward, I suppose it depends on your usage.

James__10

jeanie n wrote: »

I have my iPad about A month now. I needed a new laptop but opted for iPad3. I have no regrets only i m sorry I didn't purchase one sooner. Very convenient for surfing web, pages app its great for writing essays etc. Laptops are so awkward, I suppose it depends on your usage.

I could spend hours on end on the laptop so I think i'll get good use out of the Ipad.

Heading into the store tomorrow hopefully its in stock.

Looking forward to see what sky go is like on it

murpho999

James__10 wrote: »

Thinking about getting a Ipad 3

What can the ipad to that a laptop can't do?

James__10 wrote: »

Access to xbmc ? Whats the battery like?

James__10 wrote: »

What are the best apps? Would it be possible to use it without a wifi connection ie outdoors?

James__10 wrote: »

Whats the sky go quality like on the ipad? Would it be better than on the laptop?

James__10 wrote: »

Is there any need for a cover/case? Will the Charger be with the Ipad?

James__10 wrote: »

Can someone tell me what 4g is?

James__10 wrote: »

Would I be ok in getting the 8gb model? I'd be just using the ipad for browsing the internet, sky go and a few other apps.

No offence OP but judging how you can't seem to use Google to answer your basic questions then I can't see how an iPad would fall short of your needs.

r3nu4l

dorgasm wrote: »

I'd never buy a tablet to replace my laptop. If you do, you will be disappointed. If you understand that a tablet is great for web browsing and other sorts of light work, then you won't be disappointed. Too many people have the idea that it will replace their laptop, it won't.

You are definitely right but it's a close run thing imo. I use my iPad when travelling on business and it's a joy to use. I use QuickOffice Pro for my docs and DropBox for storing documents to edit. I agree that it's not 100% ideal to replace a laptop but with the right apps it's very close.

So if you only use a laptop to surf, email, play music and write the occasional document, presentation or spreadsheet then an iPad (or other tablet) may just be your best choice. An iPad is a great tool for audiobooks and readig via iBooks or Kindle app too. A laptop is not half as convenient for reading ebooks on.

dodzy

monkeysnapper wrote: »

My brother in Law bought my 2 year old a ipad for xmas ......

He's a keeper:D

monkeysnapper

dodzy wrote: »

He's a keeper:D

overpaid flashy bastard more like:D

James__10

The shop won't have the ipad in stock for another 4-5 weeks :mad:

Jarren

am I correct to assume that you are based in Dundalk?

http://www.currys.ie/Product/APPLE-New-iPad-3-rd-gen-16GB-WiFi-Black/312866/7.18

http://www.openinghours.net/shop/currys+dundalk+562.html

James__10

Jarren wrote: »

am I correct to assume that you are based in Dundalk?

http://www.currys.ie/Product/APPLE-New-iPad-3-rd-gen-16GB-WiFi-Black/312866/7.18

http://www.openinghours.net/shop/currys+dundalk+562.html

Aye, but I can pay it off weekly in my local expert store so i'll have to wait for another month

Sad Professor

That will probably work out very expensive. Just save up and get one.

lavine7

Sad Professor wrote: »

That will probably work out very expensive. Just save up and get one.

And by the time you've saved up the latest one will be close to release so you could wait for that!

In all seriousness though, they are well worth the money for the many reason mentioned above.
However in your case, perhaps a 2nd hand iPad 2 off adverts etc. or a refurb off the apple store could suit you better than splashing out full price on the new one which in all honesty hasn't improved enough from iPad 2 to make it worth the extra price.

Your opinion on that may differ of course.

srsly78

Can always sell a kidney to get one.

James_LWAU

srsly78 wrote: »

Can always sell a kidney to get one.

I might have to:pac: I'll have to go back in and enquire again. Can't see how it takes a month to get it ordered in