I'm thinking of getting an ipad

Hi
I'm thinking of getting an ipad coz my mac is dying but I don't know if it will do the same job. I have been online trying to find out but can't find a definative answer. I need it to be able to use web design software and word processing. Also will I be able to replace it completely and not need my laptop for syncing. Also I will be needing to print as well.
Does anyone know if I will be able to purchase one or if I need to go back and purchase another laptop.
Thanks

well..... an ipad is great but if you use your mac for work it won't be great why not trying taking the mac to the apple store you can get an appointment at the genius bar and take your mac and they can tell you if an ipad will replace your mac or not . maybe they can fix your mac easly try it.

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Thinking of getting an iPad but have a few questions

After using the iPhone 4 (3GS previously) and really liking the OS on it, I am thinking of purchasing an iPad to make reading ebooks easier, also, having the iPad would be more convenient for me to quickly go on the net in my home (or other wifi area, but mostly home use) to seek information and also check, send emails, rather than having to switch the computer on all the time and then having to wait for it to load up and also with the iPad, the larger screen would make email, internet use and ebook use more pleasurable due to the iPad's larger screen when compared to using my iPhone.
I have a few questions that I would like to ask to iPad users, who could perhaps answer them for me?
In my household we have 2 iTunes libraries, one for my iPhone and one for my girlfriend's iPod. I created a separate iTunes library for each of the devices so that each one would have a totally separate library and therefore the possibility of having one overwriting the others library would be impossible.
Now ideally I would be wanting to create a separate iTunes library for the iPad, but I would want to add the music and apps, email accounts, bookmarks that I have on my iPhone and add them onto my iPad. Would this possible?
Also. I believe some apps have specific versions for either iPhone or iPad, so would the iPhone versions of the apps run on the iPad, or would I need to download the iPad versions of those particular apps?
Also. I have a number of DVD's that I have converted and then dragged and dropped the video off of them into iTunes. If I am correct, would I need to reconvert those videos/DVD's again, as the video size (screen size) would be for the iPhone and therefore a smaller screen, which would not look very good on the iPad's much larger screen. If this is the case, can anyone recommend a good video converter for converting video for the iPad and what settings need to be used for the iPad?
I also would be wanting to have a number of photos on the iPad. To get them onto the iPad, is it just a simply matter of selecting the pictures I have on my computer that I want added to my iPad, and then just dragging and dropping them into iTunes, then connecting and syncing the iPad to get them added on to the iPad, or is there an easier method?
Thanks in advance

Funny you should mention Macs, but I'm thinking of my next computer been an iMac, and using the Parallel Desktop software so that I can have functionality of been able to switch to Windows when needed to run the programs that are not Mac compatibly. I'm swaying towards Mac has I have heard their OS is more reliable and secure compared to Windows, and the need to have anti virus and anti spyware programs on a Mac is not really needed, but I figure if I can run Windows on a Mac then I have the best of both worlds, anyhow back on to topic
I do indeed take backups of the various libraries and related data for them.
I have used the Dropbox app and was impressed, but I did prefer an app called iFiles which allows me to carry various files/files types around with me on my iPhone, such as PDF files, Word doc files etc.
The reason I use the method of having a separate iTunes library for each device we use on the computer, (my iPhone, girlfriend's iPod, and soon maybe an iPad) is because I accidentally replaced the music I had on an iPod I had at the time with my girlfriend's music. So from then on, that's why I have created a separate library for each Apple device, and so far I have never accidentally messed up another devices contents.
Thanks for the help its much appreciated.

Thinking of getting a iPad, BUT

I think I may get the 2nd gen iPad but,I was wondering if there was a way to transfer work back and forth from my Mac to the iPad and iPad to Mac? There is no USB port so it can not be done that way. How are people doing it who own the first gen.

,I was wondering if there was a way to transfer work back and forth from my Mac to the iPad and iPad to Mac?
Yes.
Plug it into your computer and transfer the files through iTunes. Or use DropBox or some other similar app.
There is no USB port so it can not be done that way.
Done what way?
How are people doing it who own the first gen.
Same way they will do it with the 2nd gen.
Plug it into your computer and transfer the files through iTunes. Or use DropBox or some other similar app.

I'm thinking of getting an IPAD 2 and if I have a router will I beable to access the net by this method?

how do I transfer my calendar from Microsoft office to the IPAD or canI?

You can sync your contacts with your iPad using iTunes.

I am thinking about getting an Ipad, can you play like the facebook games on it?

Am I able to play games on the Ipad? Thanks

The description for the 'official' facebook app says :
Play games on the go: Access your favorite Facebook apps and games, wherever you are
Whether that includes all Facebook games I don't know

Is it worth getting an iPad 2 for university?

Okay, so I'm thinking about getting an iPad 2 with my xmas and birthday money.
I do already have a Compaq laptop, however, it is very heavy, very slow and crashed on me (went to blue screen) the other day, which makes me wonder if it'll last much longer.
My question is this: is it worth getting an iPad 2?
I am currently at university so feel that it'd be beneficial to my studies due to how light it is and how quick it is to fire up. I will still use my laptop for the typing up of long essays/assignments etc, however, an iPad 2 might be easier to take round university/record lectures more easily etc, however £399 is a lot of money to spend and I want to make sure I'm making the right choice.
I was just wondering if there were any people out there who have iPads/and who go to university who could offer any pros/cons to getting one that I may have overlooked, help me make up my mind?
Thanks

It's very much a 'your milage may vary' kind of thing. I went to school when high tech was having a handheld recorder so the thought of having a computer to type out notes is nothing but a theory to me.
I love my iPad, but people are right, it is NOT a computer. And it won't replace a notebook or netbook in functionality. It is a wonderful piece of tech, but to gain good typing speed and ability I know I need an external keyboard.
And then you look at the pricepoint, 500 + at least 100 more for a keyboard and case and such...and less than 400 for a netbook.....and it's up to each person to decide what works best for them.
I can afford the accessories and toys and the time to make them work, some can't.
I think if you're a person with the patience to make it work then it can work for you. If you're impatient with having to fiddle and tweak and find workarounds, then you may want to stick with a more common piece of tech and operating system.
You will have to find work arounds to make things print and to transfer files and compatibility with what your school may have.

SHOULD U GET A IPAD IF I HAVE AN IPHONE

thinking about getting an iPad, main reason is that the wifi Is free on iPad but I have to pay for wifi on iPhone 3GS
any opinions would be great!
Thanks X

You are completely wrong.
No, I'm not completely wrong. It depends where you connect. Which, if you had bothered to actually read what I posted, I said "WiFi is no more 'free' on the iPad than it is on the iPhone."
If you are in a place that offers free WiFi it will be free no matter what device you access it on.
If you are in a place that charges for WiFi it will be *paid for* no matter what device you access it on.
There is no charge when you connect your iPad or iPhone to WiFi ! Don't spread misinformation like that.
You are the one spreading misinformation. You don't even live in the UK so you are in no position to comment on the free/paid status of WiFi in the UK. WiFi is NOT free everywhere in the UK. Stop spreading misinformation because you clearly don't know what you are talking about.
To correct your misinformation I will give you some examples:
a) McDonalds offer free WiFi. It is free to both iPad and iPhone users.
b) Starbucks offer paid for WiFi. It is charged to both iPad and iPhone users.
c) Companies like "The Cloud" and "BTOpenzone" offer paid for WiFi subscription plans that cover the whole country. If you pay for one of these plans, you can access the internet at any location within the price that you pay.
Now, stick to answering question you know something about.

Will getting a ipad 3 16gb be big enought?

I was thinking about getting a ipad 3 16gb but i dont know if it will be big enought. I want to use it for about 300 songs , 300-400 photos , 50-60 apps , a few tv shows and some books. Also renting a movie when travelling. Need some advice.

Definitely get a 32 (atleast) if you are storing all of that. Of course, it all depends. A 30 minute TV show of mine took up over 600 MB in HD. Also, some apps are ginormous. Finally, remember that the iPad operating system is nearly 3 Gigs or so (maybe more, one thing that I really wish would be online). Try to calculate the aproximate size of all videos and stuff before hand if you want to. If I were you though, I would spend the extra money to get the 32. That way, if you get more things over time, you won't have to worry. Last suggestion, keep any apps you get organized. Our iPad is a mess which "inspired me to keep my iPod nice and organized.
Hope this helped!

Should i get the ipad 2 for school?

hi,
i was thinking about getting a ipad for school. i really would like to be able to take it to class and take notes! i hqve one question and that is is it practical to use it for homework with pages and keynote and numbers, or amoung other apps? also what do you like about the ipad? should i get a smart cover? what dont you like? i would use it mostly for note taking. what good note taking apps are their? also would keynote ect. work with office? my school uses office so i need it to do that. is office avalible for the ipad? or is it better to use pages?
austin

Depends on the person. Yes, you can take notes on the iPad. but you will possibly benefit from an external keyboard to type fast. (depends on how you can type /adapt to the on screen keyboard)
I don't use Pages, but I do Documents to Go and it works very well.
You will possibly find challenges getting things to print since the iPad only goes to AirPrint enabled printers. You will find challenges if you need to get data on or off the iPad since it doens't support flash drives (e-mail is the easiest way, and to do that you need wifi access)
You can't get microsoft office. but the afrorementioned docs to go works, as do other office apps.
You can make it work. Personally? For functionality and the such, I'd look into a netbook. Less money, hundreds of gigs and likely less compatibility issues with other devices.

Ive had my iPod classic for some time now, and up to now have been using my laptop to sync songs from iTunes. Unfortunatley, the laptop has died and I'm thinking of buying a iPad.....but how do i now get any songs downloaded from iTunes to my iPod?

I've had my iPod classic for some time now, and up to now have been connecting it to my laptop to sync any downloaded tunes from iTunes. Unfortunately, the laptop has died and I'm thinking of buying a iPad.....but how do I now get any songs downloaded from iTunes to my iPod?

If an iPod is set to update automatically it will be associated with a particular library. If you connect that iPod to a different computer or a different library on the same computer you get the the message you are referring to. "The iPod "iPod Name"is linked to another another iTunes music library. Do you want to change the link to this iTunes music library and replace all existing songs and playlists on this iPod with those from this library". To use an iPod on multiple computers you change the update method to "manually manage songs and playlists". You can also use multiple iPods on a single computer so you will be able to connect both of your iPods to your existing iTunes. Connect the new iPod and follow the on screen instructions, iTunes will open and update your iPod.
For info:
The iPod offers three ways to transfer music from your computer. You can select one of the following update modes from the iPod Preferences menu in iTunes (Edit=>Preferences=>'iPod' tab):
1) Automatically update all songs and playlists. This is the default mode, in which your entire music library, including playlists, is automatically synced to your iPod. If the music library on your computer exceeds the iPod storage capacity, you are prompted to select a different update method.
2) Automatically update selected playlists only. With this option, iTunes automatically copies the playlists you have selected to the iPod when you connect it to the computer.
3) Manually manage songs and playlists. You can also choose to transfer music to the iPod manually. This allows you to drag and drop individual songs and playlists from iTunes to the iPod.

I am in the US and thinking of buying an iPad here. Can I use this in Australia when I get home? What do I need to know?

I am in the US and thinking of buying an iPad here. Can I use this in Australia when I get home? What do I need to know?

You may find this Discussion of Interest...
https://discussions.apple.com/message/12175709#12175709

I'm thinking of buying an iPad. Can I use my home's wifi or do I need to get a plan for it?

I'm thinking of buying an iPad. Can I use my home's wifi or do I need to get a plan for it?

Another thing to note is that if your cell plan/carrier supports it (it's free with Verizon Shared plans), you can also use your mobile phone as a mobile hotspot (Personal Hotspot on iOS devices) and use your phone's data to access the internet on the iPad. I purchased an iPad 3 with Verizon 3G/4G cellular built-in but have never activated it. I instead use Personal Hotspot with my Verizon Wireless cellular (phone) plan. If you go this route, you can save money over purchasing a Wi-Fi/Cellular iPad and just choose the Wi-Fi model. But also realize that if you choose to at some point to use the iPad when you're away from Wi-Fi, you won't have the built-in cellular capability that a Wi-Fi/Cellular iPad would have.

I am thinking of buying a iPad but should i get a iPad 3 16gb or save £40 and get a refurbished iPad 2 32gb?....which one?

so i know the ipad 3 has better screen and graphics etc. but when you come to think about it the ipad 2 has the same things almost but it is really hard to decide so please help!

What are all the differences between the iPad 3rd Gen and the iPad 2? Is the iPad 2 worth the cost savings?
http://everymac.com/systems/apple/ipad/ipad-faq/differences-between-ipad-3rd-gen -2012-ipad-2-2011.html
What are all the differences between the iPad 3rd Gen models? Which should I buy?
http://everymac.com/systems/apple/ipad/ipad-faq/differences-between-ipad-3rd-gen -early-2012-models.html
Should I Buy a New iPad? Or an iPad 2?
http://www.maclife.com/article/blogs/should_i_buy_new_ipad_or_ipad_2
iPad Q&A
http://www.everymac.com/systems/apple/ipad/ipad-faq/differences-between-ipad-3rd -gen-early-2012-models.html
A Few Questions (and Answers) About the New iPad
http://pogue.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/03/15/a-few-questions-and-answers-about-the- new-ipad/?ref=personaltechemail&nl=technology&emc=edit_ct_20120315
New iPad: A Polishing of the Old
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iPad 1, 2 and New Specifications
http://www.everymac.com/systems/apple/ipad/index-ipad-specs.html
If you think you may get an iPad 2:
Refurbished iPad Prices
http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/specialdeals/ipad
New 16GB iPad 2 Prices
http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/shop_ipad/family/ipad/select_ipad2
 Cheers, Tom

HT204053 I am thinking of getting my own Ipad instead of sharing with my spouse. I have purchased some game apps, could I download them to a new Ipad and not pay again for them?

I am thinking of purchasing another IPAD instead of sharing our current one with my spouse. I have purchased some game apps, will I be able to download them to a new product without paying again for the same games? Also I have a couple of books, can I do that too?

Yes, you can. See:
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht2519
Regards.

An embarrassment of riches - too many tablets! Should I consolidate and get an iPad Air?

Currently I have the following tablets:
- Nexus 7 2013 wifi only
- iPad 2 32 GB wifi + cellular, but no longer in contract
- iPad 1 wifi + cellular, no longer in contract
- an extra iPad 1, also wifi + cellular, not in contract that I got for free for helping somebody with some computer stuff
That same friend who gave me the iPad 1, wants to upgrade from his iPad 4th generation to an iPad Air, and he want to give me his 4th G iPad for free. It is a 64 GB wifi only model.
The reason I never upgraded beyond the iPad 2 was because all the later models got thicker and heavier, and I thought my iPad 2 was already too heavy, which is why I got my Nexus 7. I hardly touch my iPad 2 these days. They are both within arm's reach, but the Nexus 7 is easier to hold, and allows voice input, which I often find convenient, and most of the time I reach for it. I like the voice input on my iPhone 5 too, and I feel like something is "missing" when I pick up my iPad 2. Plus it feels like it weighs a ton next to the Nexus 7.
Well, anyway I have too many tablets. And soon I'll have the iPad 4th G. So I was thinking of selling the iPad 2, the two iPad 1s and the iPad 4 and getting an iPad Air, wifi + cellular with a data sharing plan with my iPhone 5. After all, compared to the iPad 2, the iPad Air is (1) lighter, (2) has Siri, (3) has a retina display, (4) has much better specs and (5) now the cellular model is universal, so if I take a trip to the U.S. it would be easier to use there.
Yet there are things I now prefer about my Nexus 7 with Android 4.4 over iOS 7. Like it has better sharing features, the ability to send all kinds of attachments, more customization, better "hooks" into the UI from 3rd party apps, the ability to choose your own default mail apps and browsers. It seems just more flexible overall. And the Facebook app runs "smoother" than on my iPad 2.
But I like iOS 7 too.
I wonder if I would use an iPad Air any more than I do my iPad 2 since it is lighter than the recent iPads. The screen being larger might make reading magazines and news sites easier. And Siri is still better than the Android voice dictation in my opinion. Or will the weight and size actually keep driving me back to the Nexus 7?
I guess I still haven't found the right place in my life for using a tablet for anything other than casual use. I don't want to get into a religious argument about whether tablets are production devices versus consumption devices, but basically I am in the camp that does not see them as true productivity devices. My iMac is for that.
Conundrums, conundrums. I do have too many "devices" right now though. Within an arm's reach I can count 12 computers, tablets and phones all on wifi! Who needs that much stuff?!
And if I do get the iPad Air, do I need 128 GB? The way they sell here in Japan, you don't put any cash down at all, and basically get an interest-free loan for 2 years. So "for just a few hundred yen more a month" you can go from the 32 GB model to the 64 GB model. And then "for just a few hundred yen more a month" you can go to the 128 GB model. It seems a waste not to get the 128 GB model. But in my current iPad 2 I only use a little more than half the current 32 GB.
Decisions, decisions. Any thoughts?
doug

The weight is somewhat of an issue for me. I find the iPad 2 irritatingly heavy whenever I pick it up, and the iPad 4th generation is heavier even than my iPad 2.
But for the amount I use it I could get used to that. That option is certainly the least headache, contract-wise, and I would avoid the ever-present possibility of dealing with AppleCare if something is "not perfect" (which it never is).
I guess the only "practical" reason would be that I would be getting rid of all my iPads with a cellular option. So if I did make a trip to the U.S. in the spring, it would be harder to use the iPad 4. Here, in Japan, of course I could use the free tethering option on my iPhone 5.
So I guess it is just the cellular option I'm giving up that is in the back of my mind.
doug

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