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Which iPad?

  • 21-11-2012 10:09pm
    #1
    Antibac
    Registered Users Posts: 1,101 ✭✭✭


    I am going to get an IPad for Xmas. Not sure which one to get. I think the iPad 2 will be sufficient as its mainly for a larger screen I am looking for. The only worry I have is that I am hoping for it to last may 2/3 years. Will there still be updates or support available for it then? Or is there anything that is on the 3 or 4 that is must have? Thanks guys!


Comments

  • #2
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    If possible, spend the extra €80, and get a third gen.

    http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/5087444/Trail/searchtext%3EIPAD.htm


  • #3
    gzoladz
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,201 ✭✭✭gzoladz


    Deleted User wrote: »
    If possible, spend the extra €80, and get a third gen.

    http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/5087444/Trail/searchtext%3EIPAD.htm

    There is a 4th gen now...


  • #4
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    gzoladz wrote: »
    There is a 4th gen now...
    Yeah, I know, but as OP says they just want a bigger screen, and ipad 3 will get updates longer than ipad 2, and is more powerful, which is why I said go with that.

    If OP has the extra €109, then yeah go for 4th gen, I just don't see a point considering the main point of the fourth gen was to push the lightning connector (I know it has a superior CPU).

    Stick with ipad 3 and get best of both worlds.Quick and has thousands of accessories.


  • #5
    Xavi6
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 40,895 ✭✭✭✭Xavi6


    Absolutely no point getting the a second gen, especially if you want it to still be in some relevant in a couple of years.

    Get something with retina, even if it's only a 3.


  • #6
    Zapp Brannigan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,326 ✭✭✭Zapp Brannigan


    The problem with the 3rd gen is that the processor isn't really good enough for the retina screen.

    Still a way better option than the iPad 2 though.


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  • #7
    Graham
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 17,642 Mod ✭✭✭✭Graham


    Zapp Brannigan wrote: »
    The problem with the 3rd gen is that the processor isn't really good enough for the retina screen.

    Would love to hear what your iPad 3 has problems displaying Zapp. Haven't had any problems with mine.

    OP, if the budget stretches to it I would definitely go for the iPad 3. Maybe even consider a 2nd hand one from adverts. I'm sure there are people that just couldn't resist replacing their iPad 3 with the 4th generation model. Alternatively keep an eye on the Apple refurb store, products are indistinguishable from new ones and come with the same warranty as new.


  • #8
    Antibac
    Registered Users Posts: 1,101 ✭✭✭Antibac


    Thanks for the replies the budget is an issue as I need to get 2. I might hold off getting mine till next year and just get one for the Mrs for now. What is the lightning connector?


  • #9
    Dades
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 25,558 Mod ✭✭✭✭Dades


    Antibac wrote: »
    What is the lightning connector?
    Just the name for the smaller connection port on the bottom of the device. Not a deal breaker in my book.

    Getting an iPad with the retina screen (a 3rd or 4th gen) absolutely is, however. Go second hand if you have to.


  • #10
    Antibac
    Registered Users Posts: 1,101 ✭✭✭Antibac


    Thanks Guys! Anyone have any ideas on the mini? Would it be to small of a screen? It doesn't seem to have a retina screen?


  • #11
    brennarr
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 338 ✭✭brennarr


    Good deals to be got at the Apple refurb. store. I got myself and iPad 3 there for €389 which I am delighted with but they seem out of stock at the moment. iPad 2 going for €319 at the moment.

    http://store.apple.com/ie/browse/home/specialdeals/ipad


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  • #12
    Graham
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 17,642 Mod ✭✭✭✭Graham


    Antibac wrote: »
    Thanks Guys! Anyone have any ideas on the mini? Would it be to small of a screen? It doesn't seem to have a retina screen?

    It doesn't have a retina display but the smaller form factor is fantastic, my iPad 3rd Gen has hardly been looked at since I got the mini.


  • #13
    Zapp Brannigan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,326 ✭✭✭Zapp Brannigan


    Graham wrote: »
    Would love to hear what your iPad 3 has problems displaying Zapp. Haven't had any problems with mine.

    OP, if the budget stretches to it I would definitely go for the iPad 3. Maybe even consider a 2nd hand one from adverts. I'm sure there are people that just couldn't resist replacing their iPad 3 with the 4th generation model. Alternatively keep an eye on the Apple refurb store, products are indistinguishable from new ones and come with the same warranty as new.

    When I compare it side by side to an iPad 2 it really isn't much faster. Whereas compare an iPad 2 to a 4th gen and the difference is clear. (To me at least)


  • #14
    DubDJ
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,359 ✭✭✭DubDJ


    I'd recommend the 3rd Gen refurb. It's €389 so it's cheaper than the iPad 2 new and not only do you get the Retina screen, faster processor, better cameras etc but you get some of the iOS features not available on the iPad 2 like Flyover & Siri. Not major things to some people but they're nice to have.

    I'm waiting on one to pop up myself on the refrub store. Ordering for a family member. It's the better deal between the two and the refurbs are like new.


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