Hands On With Apple IPad 2

adeelarshad82 writes "Yesterday's announcement of the second-generation iPad showed exactly why there was so much excitment around the device. As the video hands on shows, iPad 2 makes up for all the things lacking in the original iPad. The 1GHz dual-core A5 chip does justice to apps like Photo Booth and over all user experience. Moreover, while the screen carries the same resolution, Apple was able to pack it in a noticably thinner iPad 2. Infact its dimensions, 13.4 mm to 8.8mm thick, make it 33% thinner than iPhone 4. Also while the cameras aren't HD, the inclusion itself provides an opportuntiy for Facetime, which is actually more interactive than what we've seen so far on other Apple devices."

And not to mention...

[Anonymous Coward]

...it inspires impartial and unbiased Slashdot articles!

Re:Not enough

[Shikaku]

I think iPad 3.11 for workgroups will be good enough for me.

But has it appeased Hitler?

[Lead Butthead]

Truely, if it is perfect, we should not expect another Hitler Rant video...

Re:Two corrections...

[killmenow]

...It is also thinner than the iPhone 4...

Yeah, but does it have an app that will build you an island and fucking transform it into a jet and fly you there?

Re:Your needs/desires aren't everyone's needs/desi

[Ihmhi]

There are certain advantages to having sealed, fixed memory, and it's a tradeoff to get them.

I absolutely agree! I'll list some for the detractors:

• Nobody can open your iPad and steal your RAM, leaving the iPad a useless husk.
• There's no chance of accidentally putting in the wrong RAM and causing a short.
• You can avoid the classic "My kids thought the VCR was a toaster" situation. No young'uns will try to make Ritz Cracker toast on your RAM slot!
• The chances of cutting yourself on the sharp edges of RAM are vastly reduced.
• Everything comes in one convenient package. There's no costs to upgrade the iPad, ever! (Because you can't.)

Re:Two corrections...

[itsdapead]

True, but don't let the "HD" label fool you. Yes, it is 720p resolution for video, and comparable video on the iPod Touch 4G is quite respectable and decent. But resolution will also be 720p for stills as well

Which is fine for video calling, barcodes and getting an image when you don't have anything else. Plus, lower resolution often translates to better low light performance and lower noise. For taking proper photos, use a proper camera with a lens bigger than a baby's thumbnail. Even a phone is better ergonomically than a 10" fondleslab.

I'm torn...

[Danzigism]

I'm one of those guys that has despised everything Apple is and stands for over the past 28 years. But good god I want one of those things now.