Apple set to launch smaller iPad

Gary · Nov 03, 2012, 10:00:47

Quote from: Steve on Nov 03, 2012, 09:45:37
I've probably got another three weeks until I need to make my mind up whether I need to make the upgrade or not, I think I will but it's whether I go for the 3G or just WiFi (as I've got). I've already ordered a micro sim swap for my MiFi so that cost will continue however it's heavier iPad plus another £100 on top.

I just got a 32gb wifi model, Steve. Tbh using a MiFi would suit me, or even tether it to the iPhone. The new iPad is much faster and the improved camera on the front is a bonus. Having all lightning connectors for me is useful as well now.

Gary · Nov 03, 2012, 10:01:53

Quote from: Steve on Nov 03, 2012, 09:49:38
I was thinking since most of my wife's and certainly my computing needs can be catered for by a reasonably powered laptop that if a large screen is required an Apple monitor would do the job nicely with the laptop plugged in and tucked out of the way. Any other devices ie keyboard etc we have already and will connect via bluetooth.

I think thats a good way to go, a great screen can be got at far less than the Apple ones as well, but the Apple monitor does look gorgeous so I would be tempted.

Steve · Nov 03, 2012, 10:24:44

I think your right I don't need an Apple monitor either, The Apple monitor situation is a bit difficult at present as the Thunderbolt monitor will only work with Thunderbolt equipped laptops (no adaptor cable is available), probably the reason they still sell the LED version. Hopefully I won't need to think about this for another couple of years, I will be disappointed if Apple withdraws future OS X updates for my current iMac, my intention was a minimum 5 years use from it.

Gary · Nov 03, 2012, 11:59:58

Quote from: Steve on Nov 03, 2012, 10:24:44
I think your right I don't need an Apple monitor either, The Apple monitor situation is a bit difficult at present as the Thunderbolt monitor will only work with Thunderbolt equipped laptops (no adaptor cable is available), probably the reason they still sell the LED version. Hopefully I won't need to think about this for another couple of years, I will be disappointed if Apple withdraws future OS X updates for my current iMac, my intention was a minimum 5 years use from it.

For the price you could get a much cheaper monitor that is great quality that's not so locked down, Steve.

I think Apple seem to be a little off balance now, maybe Tim Cook is not quite the visionary and really is a money man. With Forstall gone and Ives now in charge of design and human interface things hopefully will pick up. I have to say I am not happy with 1 year updates to the OS though. I have to say the Surface may be the answer for many, MS could have this right and Apples relentless push in times where people don't want to upgrade hardware may be their downfall. The Galaxy note 2 is truly innovative and a bit to big for me, but with iPhone sales down in Europe, people are looking for something new and the note 2 is fully loaded with great useful tech.

I can see my iMac not supporting all the features of the next Mac OS though, tbh who can replace a computer every three years! Who knows what's ahead but with so many household gadgets being Internet capable maybe a quad core smart TV and a tablet is all we will need

On a more serious note Samsung devices with similar features as the note 2 but in tablet form or even MS Ones may be he way forward.

Technical Ben · Nov 03, 2012, 17:41:16

I use to do that with my HP laptop. Old CRT on the desk, extra mouse + keyboard, and the laptop tucked away under the desk. It was just to save space, but did come in handy when away from home.

Steve · Nov 21, 2012, 15:21:10

Quote from: Gary on Nov 03, 2012, 09:20:05
New ipad 4 arrived yesterday (that's what I shall call it) no problem in swapping units so happy days

Mine apparently is on it's way.

Gary · Nov 21, 2012, 20:33:46

Quote from: Steve on Nov 21, 2012, 15:21:10
Mine apparently is on it's way.

I was pleased with mine, Steve. I use it more than my iMac tbh and the extra speed with some apps is useful. Battery life is excellent although I still hate the new app store on iOS 6. You will find if you hook it up to iTunes it wont show the iPad icon in the main iTunes window where it lists the iPads details, we have to wait for iTunes 11 for that. Which looks like next week now as its Thanksgiving tomorrow in the USA. I have to admit its better having the lightning connector for both iPhone and iPad as the 30 pin connector seems clunky next to the new adaptor. I grabbed a MiFi as well as Three are strong with the force in this area with HSPA+

Steve · Nov 21, 2012, 21:32:13

I think the MiFi is a useful bit of kit and of course allows you to connect multiple devices

Gary · Nov 22, 2012, 08:31:48

Quote from: Steve on Nov 21, 2012, 21:32:13
I think the MiFi is a useful bit of kit and of course allows you to connect multiple devices

Its great, since O2 have lousy 3G in this area I can hook up the ipad, iPhone via that when I'm out and have emergency access at home via the Mac as well.

Steve · Nov 22, 2012, 08:54:59

I've got one of the original ones which can be a bit of nuisance as it has three buttons and you have to time it right to get WiFi and log on right. It's currently running a micro sim which I'm hoping will be a straightforward swop later today.

Steve · Nov 22, 2012, 15:55:02

Straight forward SIM swap and everything is fine, I just wish I'd not connected it to iTunes spent time deleting the bloody app sync afterwards.

Gary · Nov 23, 2012, 07:48:48

Quote from: Steve on Nov 22, 2012, 15:55:02
Straight forward SIM swap and everything is fine, I just wish I'd not connected it to iTunes spent time deleting the bloody app sync afterwards.

I did that as well

Steve · Nov 23, 2012, 07:55:41

I guess when you've not used iTunes on the Mac for a sync since March mistakes happen. I'm an iCloud user so iTunes on the desktop for iOS devices is fairly redundant.

Gary · Nov 23, 2012, 08:29:07

I just wiped mine and started again when that happened, I don't use iCloud, I have no trust in my info being on a server nowhere near my machine tbh Steve. Also I use my iDevices for different things and have no need for them to be linked via the cloud either.

Steve · Nov 23, 2012, 10:19:18

Must admit I'm a Cloud fan, whether that be Apple,Google or Amazon. I may live to regret it but likewise data sitting at home is not safe either.

Gary · Nov 23, 2012, 10:41:31

Quote from: Steve on Nov 23, 2012, 10:19:18
Must admit I'm a Cloud fan, whether that be Apple,Google or Amazon. I may live to regret it but likewise data sitting at home is not safe either.

I tend to think multiple copies backed up and in a fire proof, and hidden elsewhere in my home or on my own pretty secure (I have my meds in the safe so I put backups in there too) Also hopefully

my safe wont get hacked