Having studied all the iPad models and their characteristics, you can understand how tablet PC technologies have developed and progressed from 2010 to our time.

After all, these famous gadgets and a few years ago, and now are equipped with the most modern details. And you can see development in them.

Moreover, some analysts suggest that it will be the iPads that will be the first to displace a significant part of the market from the market over time. desktop computers, surpassing them, if not in power, then at least in mobility and ease of use.

iPad 1

The first "iPad" went on sale in 2010 and became a truly revolutionary gadget that received a lot of technologies that other tablet PCs did not have at that time - an IPS display and a powerful gigahertz Apple A4 processor.

High speed, a screen with a diagonal of almost 10 inches and a capacious 6667 mAh battery made the iPad 1 popular.

However, it was still just an experimental model, with a number of shortcomings and shortcomings.

Among the disadvantages of the device was called a relatively short work on a single charge - even such a battery was not enough for a large display and resource-intensive iOS operating system.

In addition, the "iPad" was quite thick by the standards of other tablets and did not come with a camera, which is why it could not be used for video chatting.

But his case received rounded edges and stylish volume buttons on the right side.

The original decision of the developers was the button for switching the lock modes and screen orientation, which lights up in green when turned on.

Another impressive feature is the built-in memory of the tablet, the maximum amount of which was 64 GB.

Although the rather modest RAM parameters did not allow installing more modern versions on the tablet.

Technical specifications:

• screen size: 9.7 inches;
• resolution: 768 x 1024;
• processor: single core, 1000 MHz;
• cameras: none;
• memory size: 256 MB of RAM and from 16 to 64 GB of built-in;
• battery capacity: 6667 mAh.

iPad 2

The next generation iPad, which appeared in 2011, turned out to be more advanced and had much fewer flaws.

First of all, this concerned the amount of RAM increased to 512 MB - quite enough to run modern applications and install new operating systems.

In addition, the model received two cameras at once - the main one at 0.69 megapixels. and frontal with a resolution (640 x 480), a gyroscope and a dual-core processor.

Most of the other characteristics, except for a more powerful processor, remained at the same level. Visually, the gadget was distinguished by the edging of the Home button, which matches the color of the body.

Tablet options:

• screen: 1536x2048 pixels, 7.9 inches;
• chipset: 2 cores, 1300 MHz;
• cameras: 5 and 1.2 megapixels;
• memory: RAM - 1 GB, ROM - 16, 64 and 128 GB;
• battery capacity: 6471 mAh.

Another plus is the most affordable price in the history of the release of the series. The basic version of the model can be purchased for only $329.

At the same time, decent features and quite affordable cost allow gadgets to compete with top versions from other manufacturers.

And not only among fans of Apple products, but also among users who prefer high performance and modern technologies.

Operating system update for iPad 2 tablets Apple brought a lot of problems to users of these devices.

The company had to publish instructions on the official website to correct the situation, that is, in order for the iPad 2 to work again after updating the iOS 9.3 operating system, and not turn off due to the inability to connect to the Apple server.

The instructions say that for iPad activation 2 (GSM model) need with using iTunes upgrade the operating system to version 9.3.

The iTunes version should also be the latest if you still decide to update the tablet yourself.

After connecting the tablet to the computer, you need to restart it. To do this, press and hold the Sleep / Wake and Home buttons at the same time until the recovery mode appears on the screen. Then iTunes will offer two options from which you need to select "Update".

iTunes will attempt to update without erasing data. If the attempt takes more than 15 minutes, then the iPad will go into data recovery mode and you will have to start over.

After a successful update, you need to leave the tablet connected to the computer and complete the activation and setup process using iTunes.

Apple warns that the computer, if the operating system update is successful, may no longer recognize the iPad 2. In this situation, disconnecting the tablet from the computer and then connecting it will help. If the problem persists, the company suggests trying to connect the iPad to another computer.

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Today we turn again to one of the Apple products. , already lost its former popularity. It's about the second generation iPad. Of course, today this model, against the background of 3G, iPad 4, Air and others, is outdated. And hardly anyone is going to buy it for everyday use. But to say that it is rare is also impossible.

We will give a detailed description of this tablet rather in order to see how the history of this product developed. So you can better understand how the new iPad models differ from the second version of the tablet. And let's start, as usual, with the appearance.

The device resembles the player from Apple . As if several players were connected together and a second tablet came out. However, it looks thin and quite elegant. But there is some deceit here. The edges of the device are rounded, which gives the impression that the device is thinner than it really is. When you pick it up, it seems that it is even smaller than the first tablet. So actually it is. But you can't tell the difference visually. By the way, the first model had a weight of 680 grams, and the second - only 601. The difference in thickness was more than 5 mm. But this parameter, we emphasize once again, is not visible to the ordinary eye.

The body material remains the same. It is aluminum with a rough texture. The display is protected by an oleophobic coating. But given the size of the display, fingerprints remain on it, and they are very noticeable.

Due to the beveled ends, something is wrong with the USB cords. Only this accessory (which comes in the box) fits the connector. The device does not perceive others, even if they look exactly the same. Also included with the gadget is an adapter for the network. For Russian devices, of course, there is a corresponding plug.

The speaker is designed interestingly - with a perforated part. It is located at the very bottom of the device. Compared to the similar element of the first tablet, it has become quite a bit louder and a little better. There have been no major changes to this part.

Models with 3G also have a black insert at the top of the case. There is also a microphone hole. The connector is beveled, but different headsets are connected to it without problems.

A review of Pad 2 16 GB and 3 G showed that almost all accessories of the first device are suitable for these models. The same can be said about the version with GSM (A1396). But there is one caveat regarding the connector. Before buying add-ons, be sure to try whether they are suitable for this element. But the covers and covers are perfect, you can buy without trying. But, again, it's about simple options. If the model is with Wi-Fi (respectively, with an antenna), it is better not to buy a pig in a poke. For example, this is the iPad 2 Wi-Fi 16 GB model.

With the advent of the second model, it became possible to choose a black or white gadget. The color of the frame also changes. As they say, there is a female and male version. Different options are available for all models (with 3G and others).

iPad 2 display

Let's continue detailed overview screen characteristic. The 3G version and others have a diagonal of 9.7 inches. The resolution is excellent. The picture, according to most users - on top.

Of the problems, some noted occasional problems with the backlight at the bottom of the screen. But these are rather special cases that are extremely rare.

The viewing angles of the display of the second tablet are just great. The colors are bright and juicy. Everything is perfectly designed for both gaming and surfing the web.

More about this element of the device to say, in general, there is nothing. For your time and technical level device display has ideal characteristics.

Control system

Everything is preserved here, like the first generation tablet. Sound volume control elements and a lever on the side are all present. Through the menu, you can program actions (turning sounds on or off, rotating the picture, etc.). The element under the screen has become somewhat softer. The element at the top and left is preserved. But it was slightly raised from the body, and the use of the button is now more convenient.

The display works on touch technologies. Working with him is easy and convenient.

iPad 2 Apple camera specifications

Developer added to new tablet 2 cameras, like smartphones - in front and behind the case. Element can be used for Face T ime. The icon of this software is located on the desktop, and dealing with it is very simple. Contacts are added at the elementary level - in one click. But the call will require a Wi-Fi connection. However, you should not expect high video frequency. As with a 4S smartphone, you can switch the view from the cameras.

The item on the back is not very high quality. But the videos are pretty good. There are functions for maintaining a geotag and focusing on a specific object.

Food

According to the manufacturer, the operating time of the second tablet without recharging is around 10 hours. We are talking about the state of the gadget when it is connected to a Wi-Fi network.

Almost all owners of this version of the device note that the period battery life The tablet suits them completely. And it's really long. All this, despite the presence of a large display, and a processor with 2 cores. All this cannot but rejoice, especially those who, for some reason, decide to purchase this particular tablet today.

CPU

The device is equipped with an A5 processor with a frequency of 1 GHz, which has 2 cores. But to the average user, this information means nothing. He can only feel the difference.

When comparing the speed of the first tablet and the second model, it turns out that the new device is much faster. This can be seen in the example of how Safari works. Games also launch quickly. Switching between software has also become a more efficient process. That is, with the practical use of the gadget, everything becomes obvious.

What about communication?

When a SIM card is placed in the appropriate slot, it is quickly recognized by the device. For those who do not know - no unlocks for tablets are needed.

The model with Wi-Fi is good for owners of 3Gs smartphones and the fourth gadget. The operating systems of these devices have a personal access point. But the 3G model has the advantage because it includes a digital compass. This element also works in maps.

It's great that the second tablet can be connected to the TV. But you need to purchase an adapter, and the cost of this accessory is rather big (starts from $30). As practice has shown, this function is not very popular among users. For there are enough other interesting things in the device. These are games, and the ability to watch videos with videos and much more.

Connecting to access points does not cause any problems. Bluetooth works great with both simple and stereo headsets.

Memory

The tablet came out in 3 variations - with memory of 16, 32 and 64 GB. Here, when buying, the principle applies - the more, the better. It also depends on the needs. One acquires a device, mainly for surfing the net. The other is for listening to music tracks and games. By the way, the sound quality, compared with the first generation tablet, has remained almost unchanged.

Summarizing what has been said...

With the release of the second tablet, the "apple" company has achieved the following. As usual, the world discussed the novelty, as if only Apple makes gadgets of this type. Any innovations of competitors have always been met with less stormy applause.

For the company, it was important to consolidate the success of the first line of the device. The second tablet did not make a revolution, because in many respects it corresponded to the first. It was more of an evolution.

But the question of whether it was worth changing the previous model of the gadget to a second tablet, the answer is unequivocal. Of course, yes, if the user acquires technical innovations, focusing on the principle of the "fresh" the better. But if you strained with extra money, and the current device is quite satisfied, there is no reason to run to the store for a new device.

Significant advantages of the second tablet are the presence of cameras and more fast work processor. That's all.

WiFi

• Width: 7.31 inches (185.7 mm)
• Depth: 0.34 inch (8.8 mm)
• Weight: 1.33 pounds (601 g)

WiFi + 3G

• Height: 9.50 inches (241.2 mm)
• Width: 7.31 inches (185.7 mm)
• Depth: 0.34 inch (8.8 mm)
• Weight: 1.35 pounds (613 g)
  (Wi-Fi + 3G model)
• Weight: 1.34 pounds (607 g)
  (Wi-Fi + 3G for Verizon model)

Storage 2

Wireless and Cellular

WiFi

• WiFi (802.11a/b/g/n)

WiFi + 3G

• Wi-Fi + 3G model: UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)
• Wi-Fi + 3G for Verizon model: CDMA EV-DO Rev. A (800, 1900 MHz)
• Data only 3
• WiFi (802.11a/b/g/n)
• Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology

Carriers

WiFi + 3G

• Verizon

display

• 9.7-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
• 1024-by-768-pixel resolution at 132 pixels per inch (ppi)
• Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating
• Support for display of multiple languages ​​and characters simultaneously

chip

• 1GHz dual-core Apple A5 custom-designed, high-performance, low-power system-on-a-chip

Cameras, Photos, and Video Recording

• Back camera: Video recording, HD (720p) up to 30 frames per second with audio; still camera with 5x digital zoom
• Front camera: Video recording, VGA up to 30 frames per second with audio; VGA quality still camera
• Tap to control exposure for video or stills
• Photo and video geotagging over Wi-Fi

External Buttons and Connectors

Power and Battery 4

WiFi

WiFi + 3G

• Built-in 25-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery
• Up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi, watching video, or listening to music
• Up to 9 hours of surfing the web using 3G data network
• Charging via power adapter or USB to computer system

input/output

WiFi

• 30-pin dock connector port
• built-in speaker
• microphone

WiFi + 3G

• 30-pin dock connector port
• 3.5mm stereo headphone minijack
• built-in speaker
• Micro-SIM card tray (Wi-Fi + 3G model)
• microphone

Sensors

• Accelerometer
• ambient light sensor
• Gyroscope

location

WiFi

• WiFi
• digital compass

WiFi + 3G

• WiFi
• digital compass
• Assisted GPS
• Cellular

Audio Playback

• Frequency response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz
• Audio formats supported: HE-AAC (V1 and V2), AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV
• User-configurable maximum volume limit
• Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound pass-through with Apple Digital AV Adapter (sold separately)

TV and Video

• AirPlay Mirroring to Apple TV support at 720p
• Video mirroring and video out support: Up to 1080p with Apple Digital AV Adapter or Apple VGA Adapter (adapters sold separately)
• Video out support at 576p and 480p with Apple Component AV Cable; 576i and 480i with Apple Composite AV Cable (cables sold separately)
• Video formats supported: H.264 video up to 1080p, 30 frames per second, High Profile level 4.1 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; MPEG‑4 video up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps per channel, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; Motion JPEG (M-JPEG) up to 35 Mbps, 1280 by 720 pixels, 30 frames per second, audio in ulaw, PCM stereo audio in .avi file format

Mail Attachment Support

Viewable document types: .jpg, .tiff, .gif (images); .doc and .docx ( Microsoft Word); .htm and .html (web pages); .key(Keynote); .numbers(numbers); .pages(Pages); .pdf (Preview and Adobe Acrobat); .ppt and .pptx (Microsoft PowerPoint); .txt(text); .rtf (rich text format); .vcf (contact information); .xls and .xlsx (Microsoft Excel)

Languages

• Language support for English (U.S.), English (UK), French (France), German, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Dutch, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazil), Portuguese (Portugal), Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Norwegian, Korean, Japanese, Russian, Polish, Turkish, Ukrainian, Hungarian, Arabic, Thai, Czech, Greek, Hebrew, Indonesian, Malay, Romanian, Slovak, Croatian, Catalan, and Vietnamese
• Keyboard support for English (U.S.), English (UK), French (France), French (Canadian), French (Switzerland), German, Traditional Chinese (Handwriting, Pinyin, Zhuyin, Cangjie, Wubihua), Simplified Chinese (Handwriting, Pinyin , Wubihua), Dutch, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazil), Portuguese (Portugal), Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Norwegian, Korean, Japanese (Romaji, Ten Key), Japanese (Kana), Russian, Polish, Turkish, Ukrainian , Estonian, Hungarian, Icelandic, Lithuanian, Latvian, Flemish, Arabic, Thai, Czech, Greek, Hebrew, Indonesian, Malay, Romanian, Slovak, Croatian, Bulgarian, Serbian (Cyrillic/Latin), Catalan, Vietnamese, Tibetan, Macedonian, and Cherokee
• Dictionary support (enables predictive text and autocorrect) for English (U.S.), English (UK), French, German, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Dutch, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazil), Portuguese (Portugal), Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Norwegian, Korean, Japanese (Romaji), Japanese (Kana), Russian, Polish, Turkish, Ukrainian, Hungarian, Lithuanian, Flemish, Arabic, Thai, Czech, Greek, Hebrew, Indonesian, Malaysian, Romanian, Slovak, Croatian, Catalan, Vietnamese, and Cherokee

accessibility

• VoiceOver screen reader
• Support for playback of closed-captioned content
• AssistiveTouch interface for adaptive accessories
• Full-screen zoom magnification
• Large fonts
• White on black display
• Left/right volume adjustment

environmental requirements

• Operating ambient temperature: 32° to 95° F (0° to 35° C)
• Nonoperating temperature: -4° to 113° F (-20° to 45° C)
• Relative humidity: 5% to 95% noncondensing

System Requirements

• Apple ID (required for some features)
• Internet access 5
• Syncing with iTunes on a Mac or PC requires:
  • Mac: OS X v10.5.8 or later
  • PC: Windows 7; Windows Vista; or Windows XP Home or Professional with service pack 3 or later
  • iTunes 10.5 or later (free download from www.itunes.com/download)

In the box

• Dock Connector to USB Cable
• 10W USB power Adapter

Built-in Apps

• safari
• Photos
• App Store
• Photo Booth
• Reminders
• camera
• face time
• iTunes
• music
• clock
• Calendar
• messages
• Newsstand
• Videos
• Game Center
• Contacts
• notes

iPad and the Environment

Apple takes a complete product life cycle approach to determining our environmental impact.Learn more

iPad embodies Apple's continuing environmental progress. It is designed with the following features to reduce environmental impact:

• Mercury-free LCD display
• Arsenic-free display glass
• BFR free
• PVC free
• Recyclable aluminum enclosure

Apple and the Environment

Learn more about Apple's dedication to reducing the environmental impact of our products and process. Apple Product Environmental Reports detail the environmental attributes of our products.

Recycling

Apple takes a holistic view of materials management and waste minimization. Learn more about how to recycle your iPad.

1. Actual size and weight vary by configuration and manufacturing process.
2. 1GB = 1 billion bytes; actual formatted capacity less.
3. 3G data plan sold separately. The iPad with Wi‑Fi + 3G model you purchase is configured to work with a particular cellular network technology. Check with your carrier for compatibility and 3G data plan availability.
4. Testing conducted by Apple in February 2012 using preproduction iPad units and software. Testing consisted of full battery discharge while performing each of the following tasks: video playback, audio playback, and Internet browsing using Wi‑Fi or cellular data network. Video content was a repeated 2-hour 23-minute movie purchased from the iTunes Store. Audio content was a playlist of 358 unique songs, consisting of a combination of songs imported from CDs using iTunes (128-Kbps AAC encoding) and songs purchased from the iTunes Store (256-Kbps AAC encoding). Internet over Wi‑Fi and cellular data network tests were conducted using dedicated web and mail servers, browsing snapshot versions of 20 popular web pages, and receiving mail once an hour. All settings were default except: Wi‑Fi was associated with a network (except for Internet browsing over cellular data network); the Wi‑Fi feature Ask to Join Networks and Auto-Brightness were turned off. Battery life depends on device settings, usage, and many other factors. Battery tests are conducted using specific iPad units; actual results may vary.
5. Wireless broadband recommended; fees may apply.

My task is very simple, because there was already an article about the announcement, it was discussed in order on the forum, and it remains for me to calmly tell what I saw when I opened a small box. Yesterday you could get to know the iPad 2 closer at a glance, today a little more. A little, because the iPad is not the thing about which you can write complete and the best full review. Everything depends very much on the software, because this tablet turns into game console or a typewriter precisely thanks to additional programs - so think about what kind of hypostasis of the device to write about. An amazing thing, a phenomenon when consumers give money for a piece of iron, then to puzzle over how to use it. Of course I have an iPad. A new interesting toy comes out, and he gets out of the nook. You need to take something like a presentation with you - back into battle. Rescue in traffic jams. Library. Sometimes it sits idle for weeks. But without it, it is difficult to imagine your set of the most-most gadgets of all time.

Other scenarios are also happening literally before our eyes - a person buys an iPad and does not understand what to do with it. Children take away the toy and quickly find what to do (there are plenty of games). Or, the girl takes it. It happens. To sit "in contact" or on Facebook. Yes, little.

Design, construction

The device reminds iPod Touch, as if they took many, many "taches", put them together, it turned out the second iPad. Thin, but there are more visual tricks - rounded edges to some extent hide the true thickness of the device. At first, you take it in your hands, and it seems that it is much smaller and lighter than the first iPad. To some extent this is true, but even if you look at the photos, you will see that the difference in size is small. But there is a difference in weight. The first model weighed 680 grams, dimensions were 242.8 x 189.7 x 13.4 mm. The iPad 2 weighs 601 grams and measures 241.2 x 185.7 x 8.8 mm. Again, the difference in thickness is not very noticeable.

Comparison with iPad:

The material is still the same, rough aluminum, an oleophobic coating appeared on the display protection. But, given the size of the screen, the prints still remain, and they are clearly visible.

Due to the fact that the ends are beveled, strange things happen with USB cables. In the photo you can see how the connector is arranged here. So, for some reason, only the cable out of the box is suitable, the other device simply does not perceive. Although I did not find any differences. Comes with network adapter, for Russia there will, of course, be the right plug.

I dealt with the version in the maximum configuration, Wi-Fi + 3G, 64 GB memory. The kit includes a paperclip to remove the SIM card slot, the slot is also not great, in the first iPad it was more convenient to insert it into place. Although, it is unlikely that you will have to do this often.

The design of the speaker is interesting, the perforated area in the lower part of the case. Compared to the first iPad speaker became a little louder, a little better, but nothing more. And that, maybe, it seems to me.

Versions with 3G also have a black insert on the top of the case, which also houses a microphone hole. The 3.5 mm jack is also beveled, but there were no problems with various headsets.

Accessories for the first model are suitable for iPad 2, but one simple fact must be taken into account, not everything is smooth with the connector, you will definitely have to try the additions before buying. Cases, if these are simple models, cases, covers - fit without problems. I haven’t seen a new case from Apple yet, as soon as I get my hands on it, I’ll tell you more about this innovation.

The most important update, in my opinion, is the ability to choose a black or white iPad 2, the color of the frame changes. Let's just say, for girls and for boys. Although, if we talk about the iPad for boys, then this is rather the first model - chopped forms, you take it in your hands, you feel the thing and all that.

Display

The display diagonal is 9.7 inches, the resolution is 1024 x 768 pixels, the impressions are only positive. Then some problem surfaced with the backlight at the bottom - everything was in order on the device in question. Excellent viewing angles, the screen is bright, juicy, equally well suited for both games and web browsing. By the way, about these pages. I tried to watch YouTube videos in our articles, an error periodically pops up, something like "You do not have enough rights." It seems to be a simple task, but some problems.

Control

Everything is the same, the volume buttons and the lever on the end, in the menu you can program its action, this is either turning off the sound or turning off the automatic rotation of the image. The button under the display has become softer, although it probably only seems to me. The button on the top-left remained in place, it was “pulled out” from the case, it is convenient to use.

The touch screen is great, I've never seen a tablet so easy to use.

cameras

Added cameras on the front and rear panels, you can do a lot of things. First, use the cameras for Facetime. The application icon is located on the desktop, it is very easy to work with it, contacts are simply added - no problem. To call you need WiFi connection. You can see how the program works in our video. Do not wait for the crystal frequency, that's for sure. As with the iPhone 4, it is possible to switch the view from the cameras.

Another app for pampering is Photobooth, coming soon to Facebook and more in social networks surely there will be a lot of profile photos taken with it. The bottom line is that you can choose some funny effect, take a picture - a self-portrait and immediately send it somewhere.

The camera on the back is not very good, the pictures are so-so. The video shoots well, the resolution is 1280 x 720 pixels.

Geotagging is supported, focusing on the object you specify is possible.

Food

Claimed battery life is about ten hours when using a browser connected via Wi-Fi. In any case, at iPad time good work, I have not yet heard anyone find fault with this. It seems that the screen is huge, and the processor is now dual-core, but the gadget works for a long time. What can not but rejoice.

CPU

Apple A5 processor with a clock speed of 1 GHz, dual-core, but that won't tell us anything, right? The difference can only be seen.

I no longer began to shoot another video, about the speed of work - in time. But I can say one thing, when comparing iPad and iPad 2 face to face, Safari works much faster on the latter, for many it is the main tool. Games launch faster. Faster switching between applications, use of multitasking. That is, you don’t even need to convince yourself - the difference can be seen with the naked eye.

For those who like to play, there is also good news, there is now a gyroscope, it's very cool to drive races.

Communications

As you can see, the MTS SIM card was quickly recognized, let me remind you again - no unlocks for the iPad are needed. The Wi-Fi version looks very attractive to iPhone owners 3Gs and iPhone 4 for in iOS versions 4.3, a feature called "Personal Hotspot" appeared. I will write about this separately. But, in my opinion, if we take it, then take the version with 3G. Unlike the Wi-Fi version, there is a digital compass here (works in Google Maps, for example), aGPS.

You can connect to the TV with might and main, one more accessory for the device and an extra thirty dollars for you. I mean, you have to spend on this adapter. It's interesting how popular this feature will be, how many iPad owners will want to connect their tablet to a TV. It would be interesting to hear opinions in the forum.

There are no problems with connecting to access points, Bluetooth works with a regular or stereo headset without problems.

Memory

Or 16 GB, or 32 GB, or 64 GB, everything is simple - the more the better. Watch serials. Or store music. Who likes what. By the way, the sound quality compared to the first iPad has not changed, I tried to listen with Monster Turbine, everything is very similar.

conclusions

The following goals have been achieved. The whole civilized world is once again discussing the new Apple tablet. Tablets, such an impression, are made only by Apple. All movements of competitors are blocked by a trump card, because any news about Motorola XOOM or new products from Samsung is blocked by a wave of everything about the iPad 2.

For the company, I repeat, it was important to consolidate the success, and it is absolutely clear that here we have not a revolution, but an evolution, but this is enough to maintain interest. Will the iPad 2 be in demand? Yes. Should I trade in my first iPad for an iPad 2? Only if you need cameras, a smaller body, speed - in my opinion, all this is not a reason to hop to the store. You can use FaceTime on the iPhone 4, the rest is not critical.

But, as practice shows, the arguments of reason often do not mean anything to the consumer. We are all children. We all play with toys. Only they, pardon the banality, become more expensive over time. Apple employs real masters of toys, capable of delighting and delighting us endlessly - and I personally see an extra proof of their skill in full view.

Over the past year, no company has introduced anything equal to the original iPad. Nothing that would be nice to pick up and do not want to give back.

Another milestone for Apple.

For competitors, another reason to scratch their heads a lot.

The author expresses his gratitude to iCases.ru for the iPad 2 provided for testing..

Sergey Kuzmin ()