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Yesterday was Apple’s big announcement about the upcoming iPad. Lots of impressive features are packed into the new device, making it a compelling gadget for techies and non-techies alike.
The most shocking news from Apple’s announcement yesterday was the name of the new iPad. As I mentioned in Monday’s article, the name of the new iPad was the subject of much speculation. Contenders for the name of the newest model iPad included iPad 3, iPad 2S, and iPad HD. No one guessed correctly. That’s right, everyone got it wrong. The name of the new iPad is…
Your eyes are not deceiving you, the name of the new iPad is “iPad.” The product naming department at Apple probably was on vacation when it came time to select a moniker for this year’s model of iPad. Or perhaps they couldn’t reach a unanimous decision. Or maybe they got so much grief for the iPhone 4S name that they quit? I’m sure there is a method to the madness of the name of the new iPad, but it sure will make life confusing down the line when people try to figure out which year’s model iPad they want to buy.
The good news for Wonder of Tech readers is that the two most popular categories in Monday’s Wonder of Tech poll, Faster Processor and Faster Internet, will be in the new iPad. The new iPad should be speedy quick with a new chipset and faster processor. Those who were disappointed with the speed of the iPad 2 should be excited about the tech in the new iPad.
Internet connections will also be faster for those who opt for the 4G/LTE models. Download speeds will be greatly increased where there is 4G/LTE coverage. Where there is only 3G coverage available, Internet download times will be at the same speed as the iPad 2.
The new iPad will have Retina display, a favorite of iPhone 4 and 4S owners. The new iPads will have one million more pixels than an HD television. The 2048×1536 resolution screen promises 44% greater color saturation than the iPad 2.
The quality of this screen would be best served by a better camera and Apple delivers on this as well. The new iPad has a 5 MP camera with an advanced lens that allows users to record HD video in 1080p.
The new iPad didn’t get Siri but did get a dictation feature, which you can use to dictate text into third-party apps.
As with the iPhone 4S, the iPad will be a global device. Whether you opt for an AT&T or Verizon iPad, you will be able to use the iPad in countries other than the US.
The battery life remains impressive, 10 hours for 3G and 9 hours for LTE/4G.
The new iPad is available for pre-order now and will be delivered and available in stores on March 16.
The price of the new iPad remains the same as the iPad 2 when it launched:
Wi-Fi Only
$499 16 GB
$599 32 GB
$699 64 GB
Wi-Fi + 4G/LTE
$629 16 GB
$729 32 GB
$829 64 GB
The iPad 2 16 GB Wi-Fi model will continued to be sold and is available for $399 as a 16 GB Wi-Fi only model.
One more thing…Great news for everyone. The new iPad still has a home button. Yea!
What do you think of the new iPad? Are you tempted to buy the new iPad? Are you excitedly anticipating lower prices for the iPad 2 and the original iPad? Let us know in the Comments section below!
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As a follow-up to the article about the father who shot his daughter’s laptop on YouTube, Poll: YouTube Rage Dad – Justified or Not?, check out this video of an interview yesterday with the father, mother and daughter which may or may not help you understand their situation a bit better.
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Note to Readers: I will be traveling and away from the Internet until Tuesday, March 13. I will continue to post articles while I’m away and will respond to comments when I return. Contrary to popular belief, my absence is not because I am standing in line, waiting to buy the new iPad.
I pre-ordered mine.
Love it! Just wish it was in my budget. But, seeing as I only have the original iPad, perhaps when the prices drop on the iPad2s, I can upgrade to that one. Or maybe I just hold out for Christmas and hope that everyone here thinks I’ve been a very good girl and deserves a new one. Thanks for filling us in on all the new details. Still can’t believe they named it … nothing but iPad!
Hi Carol, Stay tuned to The Wonder of Tech for an upcoming article on where to get an iPad 2 for a reduced price. There’s a new site that may make Christmas come early for you! 🙂
Ohhhh, I can’t wait! I want an upgrade so very bad! My original iPad now seems so slow when I see others with the iPad2.
That’s good news!
So, it is named just iPad- that’s sweet as well, guess you really don’t have to struggle too hard to remember the name after all 🙂
Love the features the new iPad has come out with- I liked the clarity most I guess, makes it easier for the eyes. And yes, this would surely be added on the list of ‘to-buy’, whenever one can 🙂
And yes, I watched the follow up video of the father, guess he is in a way right about his daughter and his own family. And it did show him with his daughter in the end, perhaps his way of dealing of things suited her well or she learnt her lesson this way the best. Guess it all depends from one family to another and they best deal with things.
Wishing you a happy journey and don’t worry, we’ll keep leaving comments for you to check out when you return 🙂
Hi Harleena, Good point, no one will forget the name, I just predict that consumers will be confused.
You’re right, I’m glad things seem to have settled for that family. The follow-up video is very reassuring.
Thanks so much for all of your comments, Harleena. I really appreciate each and every one!
I know! Name it like it is! Why confuse others and yourself too? 😉
The new iPad does have some impressive features, especially the screen resolution, but the price is always out of my budget. I’m sure people will still be lining up outside the Apple stores to get their hands on the new iPad, while others will be snatching up the price-reduced iPad 2.
The name of iPad may not change as some of Apple’s other products (except iPhone) don’t have numbers assigned to them. Maybe they will just call it iPad but include 3rd generation to refer to the version of iPad.
Hi Paul, Welcome to The Wonder of Tech! A lower priced iPad 2 or the original iPad may be a better fit for your budget.
Good point about the iPad name, though since Apple gave the iPad a number last year, I predict confusion will be common. Time will tell.
Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts with us, Paul!
Retina display made gaming really awesome, productive apps, and in the new ipad 5 MP camera and 1080p video recording is really awesome and main good thing is they have not increased the price of it 😀 . I hold ipad2 now planning to sell it off to get the new ipad .
Hi Suresh, You’re absolutely right. Apple packed a lot under the hood of the new iPad, while keeping the price and the battery life the same. Great news for all of us! 🙂
Love the look of the new display. I own the orginal Ipad already and might have to upgrade to these. The one thing I don’t like is the name why change why not just stick with ipad 3, not that it makes much difference.
Hi Ryan, I agree with you on both points. I think the display will be amazing. I also think Apple should have stuck with the iPad 3, but this wouldn’t be the first time that I disagreed with Apple on the subject of names. 😉
My brother is all ready for this just that he didn’t save enough! It is the latest craze in his college!
Aren’t you going to stand in line and scream? I thought you would and then you could upload the video of you doing that!
Hi Hajra, I stood in line last year for my iPad and it was actually fun. I’m busy on Friday so I can’t stand in line. Luckily I was able to pre-order the first day so I should receive my shipment on Friday. I can record my opening the package and screaming instead! 😉
That the name; the ‘new’ iPad……….brilliant.
Looks and sound really cool; that will be my goal for the year, to have an iPad in my possession before the year is out. I might have to steal one, but I will plan on having one by 1/1/13………how’s that?
Hi Bill, That’s a great plan, Bill. I guess you’re enjoying your iPhone and want the pleasure of the apps on a bigger screen.
Apple seems to be consistent in releasing a new model of iPad every March, so you can time your purchase accordingly. Who knows what next year’s model will be called? 😉
Count me among the people who would be purchase it but currently don’t have the cash to do it right now.
Hello Jack, I can understand, the iPad is an expensive piece of tech. Stay tuned to The Wonder of Tech for an upcoming article on a way to find more affordable iPads! 🙂
It’s not in my budget but I’ll be saving for it. I’m really more interested in the iPhone 5. After the Droid privacy scandal, I’m keen to get rid of mine. Thanks for the review.
Hi Clara, I can understand, a smartphone seems more like a necessity. If I had to pick one, I would probably pick the iPhone over the iPad, though I would miss my iPad terribly. Stay tuned to The Wonder of Tech to learn about a site that gives you a way to purchase tech affordably!
I’ve decided to buy it. I’ll probably need to leave my old one at the University, and I want the new iPad and not the iPad 2 (even though I could need the money I save right now).
I don’t understand why they ended up with that name, but I guess it’s part of a long term strategy. How will they name the difference when the next iPad launches, will it just be the old iPad and the new iPad? 🙂
Hi Jens, I share your excitement about the new iPad. I think the new features will be fantastic.
You make an excellent point about the name of the iPad. Will Apple really enjoy the previous model of iPad being called the “old” iPad?
Ipad 3 is more revolutionized and more advance than IPAD 2. I love the specs of IPAD 3. It is now easy to handle and has some good memery ram.
Hi Angel, Welcome to The Wonder of Tech! You’re right, the specs are very impressive. The specs of the iPad 2 were super, and those of the iPad 3 are even better. 🙂
Hi Carolyn!
I am too excited too write this comment LOL..
I can’t wait to be able to pre-order iPad 3 in Germany, but looks like I have to wait until almost the end of this month.
First of all, it’s cheaper than iPhone 4S here, and I am so impressed with the ads, it seems very fantastic.
Though it doesn’t incluse Siri, but still, I am tempted to get one!
Welcome back if you are home again 🙂
Kimi
Hi Kimi, I’m glad you’re excited about the new iPad. There is a lot to be excited about. I hope you enjoy your iPad when you get it in Germany! 🙂
Ordered one yesterday! So excited to finally join the tech world – I’m already pracricing that swipe move with my index finger! :))
ordered one with the Verizon Internet capability. It will arrive next Friday. Do you know if I will have to take it to Verizon to get it set up initially?
Thank you for your wonderful write-up on the iPad. Sounds like creative folks should apply to Apple’s vacant marketing positions.
Hi Mondo, Welcome to The Wonder of Tech! I’m glad you got your order in for the new iPad because it’s been selling so well, it’s backordered for two to three weeks now.
You do not need to go to Verizon to activate your new 4G iPad. Just call Verizon and they will be happy to activate it for you. 🙂
Apple did it again! It’s the greatest company of all time! I think there is no other company that provides that high quality and services as Apple. From iPads and iPhones to Macbooks and iMacs… it’s incredible what they’ve made and sure the best products on the market by far! Thanks for sharing!
John Mak
Hi John, Welcome to The Wonder of Tech. Sounds as if you’re a big Apple fan. Maybe you even like the name of the new device? 🙂
Like you mentioned new iPad will rise many confusion once people will be buying on in store. Especially not that tech savvy, who will be heard that there is 3rd gen iPad but store is trying to sell them basic iPad and iPad 2 sits next to it which is even smaller(as new iPad is thicker and heavier that iPad 2) and cost less.
While these are tiny things I love new retina display and already pre-ordered the new iPad
Hi Steven, Very exciting that you have ordered your iPad already. You’re very smart to pre-order as the device has sold out of pre-orders for delivery by Friday.
You’re right, as there is a big re-sale market for iPads, it will be very difficult for people to be able to keep track of which model iPad they are selling and buying. I predict confusion will reign. 🙂
Today received my new iPad!
Display really looks amazing while I haven’t seen any speed improvements on applications the display is noticeably better on each and every task. Cool! 🙂
Hi Steven, Congratulations on your new iPad! I’m thinking it’s an iPad 2 because the new iPads aren’t being sold until Friday. But even so, the iPad 2 is a fantastic device and I’m sure you’ll be very happy with it! 🙂
I think that the reason that there is such a big thing been made of the naming (enter my marketing brain) is that they are continuing to produce the ipad 2 and at the moment everyone is talking about the “new ipad” the last thing they want is people calling the version 2 that is in production the “old” ipad and this attempts to tackle it.
We will see!
Hi Hazel, I have to agree with you about the name. By not distinguishing between different models using the name, Apple is practically inviting people to use the “old” moniker to describe previous models of iPad. You don’t need to be a techie to know that “old” and “tech” is not a good combination. 🙂
I am excited on this but every time I am thinking about my budget for this, I become sad. lol
Hi Christopher, I can understand your frustration. Even though Apple kept the same price for the iPad, in spite of the advanced features, it’s still an expensive device. Stay tuned to The Wonder of Tech. I will be writing about a site that will make buying an iPad more affordable.
One of these days I will own an iPad because I think they are the coolest things ever. They continue to get better and better as time goes by. These people can’t help but continue to improve them, it’s in their blood. Oh, and great for business! 🙂
One of these days Carolyn…
Always up on the latest news. You’re the best!
Hi Adrienne, As you just got an iPod Touch fairly recently, I imagine you’re still enjoying the newness of your device. Some day you may want the capabilities of the iPod Touch on a bigger screen with even more features. Who knows when that day will come? 🙂
I would certainly be interested in buying iPad 2 at slashed price. Although, the New iPad seems good, it is definitely not something I would love to buy. I will rather stick to iPad 2 😉
Hi Theimod, Welcome to The Wonder of Tech! You’re right, getting the iPad 2 at a lower price would be a truly great deal. Stay tuned to The Wonder of Tech for an exciting new site that gives you the opportunity to purchase the iPad 2 at a discount. 🙂
The funny thing with the new iPad is that almost every blog I have read is debating the name, not the features or the pricing, but the name. Has Apple deliberately played a game with the name to distract users from realizing that the iPad 3 could have included better features?
Unfortunately, I cannot afford an iPad right now, so will just have to sit out.
Hi Adeline, Interesting point. Apple has had other controversies about naming before, most recently with the iPhone 4S. I think the new features of the iPad are very impressive, but we expect amazing new features for new models of devices from Apple. What we don’t expect is for Apple to reverse itself with naming. If they wanted to drop the numbers, perhaps they could have called the iPad another name this year?
Rumors are that they are going to go this way on all products.. new iPhone instead of iPhone 5.. that will throw a spanner in the works for all the spammers already building an iPhone 5 empire ha..
Hi Kiyan, Interesting point. Perhaps Apple is using the iPad to test the value of not having numbers after the names of their products. But I imagine that will make selling inventory very confusing as the years pass by and new models are launched. Time will tell! 🙂
I love this tablet. iPad is great tablet and I’m waiting to buy it for my son.
Hi Brittany, Welcome to The Wonder of Tech! I’m so glad you like the iPad and I’m sure your son will really appreciate getting one. 🙂