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    iPad Pro 2018 - new tablet Apple, which received an updated design, taking it from the iPhone X and new, more powerful technical characteristics.

    Pros

    • Design
    • Frameless
    • Specifications

    Cons

    • High price

    Apple has not changed the design of its iPad for a long time - if the model is in demand, then you should not resort to any changes. But after the runaway success of the iPhone X last year, it looks like the company is set to release updated version iPad tablet Pro “iPad X” in 2018.

    Apple has not disclosed details of the new model, but some information is already starting to appear on the Internet. The most important of these is that on the next generation iPad, the jump button home screen will be located in the same place as on the iPhone and integrated into the display.

    It is still not entirely clear what place the iPad X will occupy in the line of tablets, because Apple has three tablet models: iPad, iPad Pro and iPad mini.

    iPad Pro 2018 (iPad X) release date in Russia (Sales start date)

    The latest iPad Pro models were announced at last WWDC on June 5, 2017 and are available for purchase now. Of course, the next announcement should be expected this summer, but we hope that some additional information can be found out at the usual spring press release: about the iPad mini 5, and the long-awaited .

    On February 21, French-language website Consomac reported that Apple had registered two new devices, described as tablets running the iOS 11 operating system, with the Eurasian Commission database. The new model IDs are A1954 and A1893.

    This indicates the inevitable announcement of new models, just as information about the iPhone 7 and AirPods appeared two weeks before the official release. The introduction of new models in March looks quite likely, but it is not yet known whether this will be a regular press release or a full-scale media event like in 2015 and 2016.

    Sources cited by Bloomberg predict, on the other hand, that the new iPads will be released more than a year after the last iPad Pro update. Presumably, this will happen in late summer - early autumn, in August-September 2018. This could mean that new models expected to be released early in the year will be less significant.

    What price will the new iPad Pro 2018 (iPad X) have?

    The iPad X will likely be an impressive gadget, but it won't be cheap either.

    The 10.5-inch iPad Pro with 64GB of storage and Wi-Fi starts at £619, and the Wi-Fi + Cellular model starts at £749; for iPad Pro with 12.9-inch screen, 64GB of memory and Wi-Fi – £769 and £899 for the model with Wi-Fi + Cellular.

    Even if the iPad X has a screen size smaller than 12.9 inches, you should still expect it to be priced closer to a premium model. Approximate pricing will start at £999.

    Major design changes of the new iPad Pro 2018 (iPad X)

    Apple is expected to bring some design changes to the iPhone X in 2018.

    Bloomberg's sources suggest that at least one of the new iPad models will feature an all-screen display and move from Touch ID to Face ID.

    The model will have a screen size close to 10.5 inches, but removing the home screen button will allow you to increase the screen size to 11 inches or keep it the same by reducing the thickness of the frame around the screen.

    Presumably, the screen will not be based on OLED. Perhaps this will happen due to production difficulties (and supply shortages) when creating screens for the iPhone X.

    “Modern iPad”

    Speculation about the emergence of a “modern iPad”, which was supposedly already in development, appeared after the appearance of code for a new operating system. Apple was already using the term "modern iPad" before reports of the iPhone X appeared, primarily to distinguish gadgets with an all-surface screen and Face ID technology from other smartphones released at the same time.

    The first photos of the iPad Pro 2018 (iPad X) concept have appeared

    It's too early to expect photos or factory shots of the new model, but concept drawings are available. It should be understood that the drawings are submitted by people not associated with Apple and visualize the rumors surrounding the design of the new model.

    There are several illustrations of the next iPad Pro model from Martin Hajek, which show the gadget with the expected full-surface screen, a missing home button and a notch around the screen. He also provided several illustrations of the Apple Pencil in black and silver.

    Specifications and new features of iPad Pro 2018 (iPad X)

    Let's take a look at the internal changes in the new iPads.

    CPU

    The latest iPad models feature new A-series chips, which are based on the same architecture found in the iPhones introduced last year. For example, the A10 chip integrated into the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus has 2 high-performance processor cores, 2 cores, a 6-core GPU and 3 GB of RAM.

    The A10X, integrated into the iPad Pro, has 3 high-performance processor cores, 3 cores, a 12-core GPU and 4GB of RAM. Likewise, the new 2018 iPad models are expected to feature the A11X chip based on the A11 Bionic found in the iPhone 8 and iPhone X.

    Citing information from Apple suppliers, the Chinese site MyDrivers claims that the A11X chip will have three high-performance processor cores (2 on the A11), 5 cores (4 on the A11) and will be 7 nm thick using TSMC's manufacturing process. The thickness of the A11 chip is 10 nm.


    It goes without saying that the new chip will have more RAM and more cores GPU. It would be strange if this were not the case.

    Is it worth buying iPad Pro 2018 (iPad X)?

    This question must be answered by you. Ask yourself, for what purpose do you need this iPad? Is this purchase promising and justified? If yes, then Apple technologies will be waiting for you this September, on the counter of your nearest store.

    Today, probably everyone knows what an iPad is. Although not many people know how this miracle device differs from a regular tablet. Therefore, the question rightly arises - what is better to choose?

    In this article, we will clarify the essence of the iPad and identify its differences from similar devices from other manufacturers. First, let’s say that an iPad and a tablet are one and the same. Only the product from the Apple company became the first on the market and is still considered the most advanced in terms of technical characteristics.

    The tablet is technical gadget, more voluminous in size than a smartphone. It is quite thin and has a display with a touch mechanism. The general name for this product category is tablet.

    Devices of this type are controlled by simple touches on the screen; physical keys are not used. It is possible to connect a keyboard, but usually it is not included in the simple configuration.

    “Tablets” operate on the basis of an operating system capable of supporting lightweight programs. The most common operating systems are Android and iOS. The iPad is based on the latter.

    How does an Apple tablet differ from its competitors? What is better to buy - an iPad, despite the high price, or more cheap option? The detailed characteristics of the Apple product presented in this article will help you decide and make the right choice.

    This device is the latest format mobile computers. It made consumers look at tablets differently and become seriously interested in them.

    A tablet is a small item, but full-fledged computer. It is equipped with a display with a touch mechanism, its own operating system and other useful attributes typical of modern gadgets.

    iPad can be used to work in office programs, surf the net, download content, play games and many other tasks. In general, the functionality is exactly the same as that of modern PCs/laptops. We briefly covered the iPad and what this mysterious device is.

    By the way, many people confuse the names iPad and iPod, considering them identical. In fact, the difference between an iPod and a tablet is fundamental. This is just a player with the corresponding functions.

    History of the iPad

    Apple began developing the tablet back in 1983. But then the information was classified and was leaked to the general public only in 2002.

    The consumer was expecting a miracle, since the concept of the device promised a lot. But the wait dragged on for another 4 years, when the developer had already officially announced the development of a tablet with a touch screen. The approximate date of entry into the market - 2007 - was also announced then. However, the first line of iPads came out only in 2010. The product was presented by the head of Apple himself.

    As expected, the device aroused increased interest. In the first day, more than 300 thousand units of the product were sold, and more than a million programs created for the tablet were downloaded from the store. One million copies were sold in just under a month.

    A year later, the apple company presented its second line. Its representatives have become thinner, sleeker, lighter. Sales were again strong.

    A year later, the release of third-generation tablets followed, and so on.

    Today the world has seen models such as mini and Pro - unique in their kind. They are tailored to the specific needs of users - the desire to have a device of small dimensions so that it can be easily carried in a pocket, or to have a gadget with a large display.

    So, we hope that now all those who did not know about the iPad, what it is, have resolved this issue for themselves. Almost everyone knows about iPad today, but few are aware of the differences between this device and Android gadgets.


    iPad benefits

    The device is more stable and easier to use than any other tablet. But its biggest advantage is the presence in the store of more than half a million programs available for download. More than half of the software is developed directly for the iPad, the rest is able to function in compatibility mode.

    The Apple company individually approves any program before release, making the process of viruses penetrating its gadgets as difficult as possible.

    The iOS operating system has an intuitive interface. It is an ideal environment for developing applications because its functions are easy to understand. That's why many audiences/developers like it so much.

    iPad: cons

    Despite the long experience of users, there is a common complaint about one problem, namely the limit of customization. But this inconvenience can be circumvented by jailbreaking your device.

    On the one hand, it’s great that any program is checked/approved by Apple before being displayed in the store. However, some useful software That's how it goes with the block.

    Also, the iPad is not able to expand the memory through a flash drive. Therefore, if the limit runs out, nothing can be done about it.

    Another negative point is the inability to watch flash videos. Consequently, it is impossible to see the clips online on many resources. Although, today the HTML5 compatibility format is increasingly being used, so the problem can be considered solved.

    iPad is expensive. At the start of sales of the first line, this was a powerful side, but today it is better to purchase a new generation product from any other company. This applies to gadgets with 7-inch displays and excellent power. The cost of such a device will be significantly lower than, for example, an iPad mini.

    Now let’s turn to the characteristics of the iPad’s main competitors – Android tablets.

    Android devices: pros

    The biggest advantage is the wide variety from well-known brands and not so well-known ones. Also, devices can be premium and economy class. The customization possibilities are also endless.

    The development of the Google store has reached large proportions in recent years. And today there is an extensive selection of programs that are not inferior to those presented in the AppleStore. Although some of them are not yet optimized for tablets. However, the growing number interesting programs provides options for selection based on size/specifics/cost.

    The presence of real multitasking is the fundamental difference between Android, which was until recently. But today this technology is also implemented on iOS. Its essence lies in the fact that when you open one program, the others can function in the background.

    And finally, a big plus of tablets from any other manufacturers is a much lower price. The cost of such products can be very affordable, and any user can afford the gadget.


    Android tablets: disadvantages

    The operating system is not so simple and understandable in practical application, like iOS from the Apple company. But over time you get used to it.

    Although the Google store today offers a huge number of programs, most of them are not optimized for tablets. Before uploading to the resource, the company does not check the software for this item. Of course, the risk of catching a virus for users in this case increases.

    Conclusions

    Even after a detailed analysis, it will be difficult to say for sure which tablets are better. In order to somehow limit the selection criteria, we outline the main points:

    • Tablet is a general name for a large number of devices with displays with touch technology from various manufacturers. iPad is the same tablet, but from Apple. Although a survey of American residents showed that not everyone knows about this, believing that iPad is the general name for all “tablets.”
    • iPads operate on the iOS operating system, which has an excellent interface and colorful display.
    • This tablet is easier to use and more stable than competing products.
    • Apple devices are still the leaders when it comes to useful and affordable applications. Android gadgets cannot yet boast a huge amount of software tailored to the needs of tablets. However, with time, things will probably get better.
    • In terms of hardware, Android is a good choice for those who appreciate a fast processor, powerful cameras and easily expandable memory.

    Tablets Apple iPad the first ones appeared on the world market in 2010 and in 4 years they managed to release 6 generations of the device:

    • 2010: iPad 1 (2 modifications) * .
    • 2011: iPad 2 (3 modifications).
    • 2012: iPad 3 (3 modifications).
    • 2012: iPad 4 (3 modifications).
    • 2013: iPad Air (2 modifications).
    • 2014: iPad Air 2 (2 modifications).

    Today we will talk about each of them, taking into account their features, advantages and disadvantages.

    * By “modification” we mean equipping tablets with Wi-Fi and additional communication modules (the ability to use a SIM card).

    The first iPad prototype appeared at Apple back in the early 2000s and was called “prototype 035.” According to Jonathan Ive, between 2002 and 2004, active development of the external concept of the device was carried out, which later became the basis for the creation of the first generation iPad.

    Photos of the prototype were made public during litigation with Samsung as evidence that the device was being developed long before the patent rights arose (2005). By the way, the court accepted final decision only by 2012 and ordered Samsung to pay Cupertino a tidy sum for illegally borrowing ideas.

    Returning to the “035” model, we can immediately note that it is much thicker modern tablets and deprived familiar button"Home". There is also an opinion that a full-fledged OS was installed on board the prototype, like on Mac computers.

    First generation iPad

    The first iPad was introduced on January 27, 2010 in San Francisco. The project could be called a pilot: Apple implemented a minimum of its ideas and gave the buyer time to evaluate the new offer on the tablet device market. Critics immediately pushed the device into dusty corners for its lack of a camera, weak processor and iOS capabilities. But fans appreciated the new Apple device - in the first day, sales exceeded 0.5 million devices, and by the end of the year, a total of 7 million gadgets were sold.

    The first generation iPad is strikingly different from its future reincarnations: clear edges, prominent walls and the impressive thickness of the device (13 mm) immediately catch the eye. Moreover, iPad 1 is the heaviest tablet in the entire Apple line. Its weight is 680 grams.

    Model range consisted of two proposals: with Wi-Fi support and Wi-Fi+3G. The tablet offered three variations of memory capacity (16, 32 and 64 GB) and one color scheme - a black front panel and a silver body.

    The first generation iPad is powered by the A4 processor. The total amount of RAM is 256 MB. Its power is quite enough for surfing the Internet, communicating on social networks, business correspondence, taking notes and supporting simple applications. Modern games, unfortunately, are too tough for him. The latest supported OS is iOS 5.1.1.

    It is also worth considering that the “pilot iPad” only received an accelerometer and a light sensor.

    Sales end date: spring 2011.

    Second generation iPad

    iPad 2 was introduced on March 3, 2011 in San Francisco. It is noteworthy that this is the last presentation attended Steve Jobs. Global sales started on May 11; the tablet reached Russia only on May 27, 2011. The excitement during sales was so strong that speculators were even in demand, selling their place in line at Apple stores. According to some rumors, the rate for first places reached $800. According to analysts, 70% of iPad buyers purchased the tablet for the first time, which indicated an increase in Apple's share in the high-tech market.

    The second generation iPad got rid of the protruding back cover - the body became smooth and streamlined. The speaker has moved to the back cover of the device, where it is securely hidden under the protection of a mesh with perforated holes. Before the advent of the iPad Air, it was considered the thinnest (8.6 mm) and lightest (from 601 to 613 grams) in the line of Apple tablets.

    The lineup was the same as its predecessor: devices with Wi-Fi module and gadgets that have received mobile Internet in addition: GSM and CDMA models.

    The second generation iPad received a faster Apple A5 processor with 512 MB of RAM. Moreover, the second batch of iPad 2 Rev A tablets was released. The main difference was in the modification of the processor: Apple actively protected itself from jailbreakers. It was possible to distinguish between batches only after connecting the device to the computer. The technical perfection of the device was expressed in the appearance of a gyroscope, rear and front cameras.

    iPad 2 received a little more color variety: a silver body and a choice of white or black front panel. Volume internal memory remained unchanged.

    Sales end date: spring 2012 (for 16 and 32 GB), autumn 2014 (for 16 GB model).

    Third generation - The new iPad

    March 7, 2012 was the date of the official presentation to the world of the third generation iPad tablet. The official name of the tablet caused understandable confusion. After the presentation, Phil Schiller, answering questions from journalists, noted: Apple just wanted to do something unpredictable. According to other sources, Cupertino decided to abandon product numbering so that the user would not form an associative series: “a larger number means a better device.” Global sales began on May 16; the tablet appeared in the Russian Federation at the end of May. It is believed that the start of sales was a failure for our country. Among the main reasons were the active activities of resellers and the subsequent sale of “gray products.”

    Externally, the iPad 3 was fully consistent with the second generation tablet. They could only be distinguished by the model number, which was located on the back cover. The gadget became heavier by more than 50 g, which was instantly felt by users during long work with the device. Moreover, many noted that the iPad is “the hottest” among the entire Apple line - the rapid heating of the case also caused discomfort during long-term use of the device.

    The main advantages of The new iPad are:

    • A gorgeous Retina Display that supported a resolution of 1536 by 2048 pixels per inch. At the same time, the overall color saturation increased by as much as 44%;
    • Work in 4G networks;
    • The rear camera performance has been improved to 5 mpx;
    • Video in Full HD format;
    • For the first time, it became possible to recognize faces during video shooting, as well as additional sensors image stabilization;

    The new iPad runs under the strict guidance of the Apple A5X processor. RAM capabilities have increased to 1024 MB. First appeared in it voice assistant Siri and dictation capabilities.

    The offered memory capacities (16, 32 and 64 GB) and color solutions (black/white silver) remained unchanged.

    Sales end date: November 2012.

    Fourth generation - iPad with Retina Display

    On October 23, 2012, another presentation of new products from Apple took place, where the iPad with Retina Display was presented. In fact, it was a well-developed version of the iPad 3. It is noteworthy that for the first time in many years the presentation was held in San Jose.

    Main external iPad honors 4 from previous models has an updated Lighting USB connector. From that moment on, the model range consisted of 3 varieties: Wi-Fi model, “American” and “global” Cellular. The difference is in the supported LTE network bands.

    The tablet is the proud owner of an Apple A6X processor, which is twice as powerful as the 5 Series and has as many as four graphics cores. The dual-core processor operates at a clock frequency of 1.5 MHz.

    Despite the increased capabilities, iPad 4 Gen is able to work without additional recharging for more than 10 hours. The gadget also boasts a front-facing HD camera and AirDrop support.

    For the first time, Apple has expanded the amount of possible user storage to 128 GB.

    Sales end date: November 2013.

    Fifth generation - iPad Air

    October 22, 2013 Apple corporation introduced iPad Air. The presentation took place at the Center Contemporary Arts in San Francisco. The event was held under the mysterious slogan “we have more to tell.” The Cupertino team showed a tablet that is capable of conquering airspace: “Air” - lighter than air. Already in the first month of sales, iPad Air took 3% of the share of all Apple tablets on the market. It is noteworthy that the tablet officially appeared in Russia on November 13.

    With the fifth generation, significant external metamorphoses occurred. The first thing that catches your eye is that the frames around the screen have become much narrower. The overall dimensions are impressive, especially compared to previous generations. Since release first iPad the total length of the gadget was reduced by 3 mm, width by 20.5 mm, and thickness by 5.5 mm. Since 2010, the device has lost 201 grams (for the wi-fi model) and 202 grams (for the cellular model), which can be equated to a full glass of semolina. Two stereo speakers and one internal microphone were added to the back cover. And the volume buttons are divided into two halves.

    The model range again included three positions: Wi-Fi, LTE and TD-LTE. The latter is intended for countries in Southeast Asia.

    The device's production capacity has increased tenfold thanks to the coordinated work of the Apple A7 processor and M7 co-processor. While the amount of RAM remained unchanged (1024 MB), its clock frequency jumped to 800 MHz.

    iPad Air is available in two colors: silver and space gray. The amount of user memory is presented in 4 variations and ranges from 16 to 128 GB.

    Sales end date: October 2014 (64 and 128 GB models). 16 and 32 GB can still be found on store shelves.

    Sixth generation - iPad Air 2

    By October 16, 2014, the Yerba Buena Center (San Francisco) had once again transformed itself and introduced the world to the world's thinnest tablet: the iPad Air 2. “Can you even see it?” - asked Tim Cook, demonstrating the new product to the audience. For the first time, Russia was secretly included in the list of countries of the first wave - official sales started on October 24.

    The length and width of the Air tablets remained unchanged. But the thickness was 6.1 mm (-1.4 mm), and the weight was 437 (Wi-Fi) and 444 grams (LTE).

    Combining the display with a touchscreen made it possible not only to significantly reduce the thickness of the device, but also to add an anti-glare coating to the screen.

    The main production load fell on the A8x processor, in which it was possible to increase CPU parameters by 40% and improve the performance of the graphic display by 2 times. The M8 co-processor took over the functions of controlling motion, barometer and sensor calibration.

    A long-awaited update was the appearance of fingerprint recognition sensors in iPad tablets finger touch ID and Apple Pay support. The quality of photography has increased due to the implantation of an 8 megapixel camera. Additional features include shooting in slo-mo and time-lapse modes, as well as the ability to take a series of pictures. The device was equipped with a lever, which was responsible for switching modes.

    It is noteworthy that for the first time the 32 GB model will not be on sale. But a model with a gold body color appeared in the line.

    Sales end date: currently on sale.

    Section 1. iPad Features and Specifications.

    iPad - This Internet tablet produced by the Apple organization.

    iPad: 1 GHz Apple A4

    iPad 2: 1 GHz dual core Apple A5

    iPad 3: 1 GHz dual core Apple A5X

    iPad 4: 1.4 GHz dual core Apple A6X

    iPad mini: 1GHz dual-core Apple A5.

    iPad Features and Specifications

    The first version of the tablet was presented at a presentation by Steve Jobs on January 27, 2010. Sales started in New York on Fifth Avenue on April 3, 2010.

    In the Russian Federation official sales devices began on November 9, 2010. On March 2, 2011, the second generation model, iPad 2, with improved characteristics, was presented to the public. On March 7, 2012, the third generation model called “The New iPad” was presented to the public. The new model appeared in sale in the USA on March 16, 2012, on March 23 it was released in ten more countries. On the night of May 24-25, 2012 Russian Federation official sales have begun new iPad 3. October 23, 2012 organization Apple introduced the Apple iPad 4 (with Retina display), and Apple iPad mini. iPad 4 has the most to date fast processor from organizations Apple - Apple A6X (1.4 GHz dual core).

    The Apple iPad is a classic example of Internet tablets and is fundamentally different from personal computers. Many analysts attribute Internet tablets to devices of the post-computer era, which are simpler and more understandable than conventional personal computers and over time can displace PCs from the IT market.

    The iPad is a beautiful tablet that weighs 680 grams and is packaged in an aluminum and glass body. All user interaction with the device is carried out through touch screen with multi-touch support. Text entry also occurs using the on-screen keyboard, although the list of separately purchased accessories includes a hardware keyboard attached to the bottom.


    Apple iPad: what is it and what can it be useful for?

    The “hardware” part of the device looks decent: Apple’s own gigahertz processor should have good performance, a battery for 10 hours active work(or for a month in standby mode) - too. Apple can only be praised for its 9.7-inch IPS screen with a resolution of 1024x768 pixels. iPad can communicate with the outside world when Wi-Fi assistance, Bluetooth 2.1 or 3G module. Versions with 3G and GPS cost $130 more, and instead of regular SIM cards they use some completely incomprehensible micro SIM- Does anyone even know what this is? The 3G module in iPad can only be used for data transfer, but not for calls and SMS. But from the point of view of the average user, the iPad is, by and large, an iPod touch enlarged several times, which is emphasized by the absence of any interfaces except for the dock connector.

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    Many hoped that the device would be controlled by full Mac OS X, adapted for touch screens. This didn't happen. iPad runs under iPhone control OS 3.2 with all the ensuing consequences. Consequence number one (probably the most unpleasant) is that the device cannot run applications for Mac OS X and does not support multitasking mode. Consequence number two - synchronization with a computer occurs only through iTunes. However, iPhone owners are no stranger to this. Consequence number three is the lack of Flash support in the browser. This decision has both positive and negative sides. The positive is the absence of the need to stick into stupid advertising, the negative is a significant limitation of the interactivity of the web, in which Flash is currently the de facto standard.

    Of course, everything is complete iPhone apps OS (maps, YouTube, etc.) has not gone away. The device can also run existing iPhone applications found in App Store.

    How is iPad different from iPhone or iPod touch?

    In addition to the obvious differences (size, performance), there are several more non-obvious, but very important. Firstly, it will be released special version iWork is an excellent office suite. In this regard, iPad can be used for work with text documents, tables and presentations.

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    Secondly, pre-installed in iPad programs For work with email and calendar look much better than their iPhone counterparts. Of course, working with MS Exchange is supported.


    Thirdly, watching videos (HD 720p supported) on a screen with such a diagonal and resolution is a dream. Unfortunately, the device only supports iTunes-compatible formats (read: MPEG-4 ASP and MPEG-4 AVC in M4V and QuickTime containers). Fourthly, the 1024x768 resolution and WebKit-based browser ensure that the quality of browsing web pages on the iPad will not be inferior to full-fledged platforms. It is impossible not to mention iBooks - an application for reading electronic books that will be sold through the iTunes store. In our country, of course, they will not be available.

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    Numerous accessories will be available for sale with the device. The most interesting among them are the keyboard dock already mentioned above and adapters that allow you to import photos from your camera to the device. There are two such adapters, one of them is designed to connect the camera directly to the iPad (via a USB port), the second is for plugging SD cards into the device. There are currently no photo apps for the iPad; they can only be viewed. But I'm sure that eventually Adobe (or someone else) will release something like Photoshop Lite.


    To sum it up, we can say with confidence that the iPad, like its brothers (iPod and iPhone), are focused not on content production, but on its consumption. However, this is normal, since 99% of the population globe They are engaged precisely in consuming the fruits of other people's intellectual labor. Despite this, a typical “office worker” may well find the iPad useful, since the device covers all his basic tasks: you can write a memo, draw up a small estimate, send it all by email, and then go to chips with a sense of accomplishment.net and enjoy fresh bojani. If you need something more complex and sophisticated, it is better to pay attention to netbooks or CULV laptops, which at a lower price have significantly greater functionality, although they are larger in size and weight. P.S. An extremely unfortunate name was chosen for the new product: firstly, it is in tune with the iPod, and secondly, iPad can be translated into Russian as “ya pad”, since one of the main meanings of the word “pad” is exactly that.


    IN USA Sales of the iPad tablet with Wi-Fi began on April 3, 2010. Sales of iPads with Wi-Fi and 3G started later - the models appeared on shelves on April 30, 2010 (at USA).

    International sales of the iPad (in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Spain, Switzerland and the UK) began on May 28, 2010. It also said it plans to begin selling the tablet computer in Austria, Belgium, Hong Kong, Ireland, Luxembourg, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand and Singapore in July.

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    iPad Wi-Fi+3G models have a GPS receiver module that can operate in both offline mode, and in A-GPS mode. In addition, instead of a regular SIM card, a Micro-SIM card is used.

    Adapted specifically for iPad office suite iWork and opened a new section in the iTunes Store, accessible through system application App Store.


    iPad features

    Web surfing:

    How we get: Standard browser Safari will satisfy the majority of device users. If in the first versions of iOS Safari caused many complaints, then starting with iOS 5 an improved version of the browser appeared, which raises virtually no questions. Browser features: tabs, bookmarks, reading list, special mode for comfortable reading. If you need a more functional (gestures, file uploading, etc.) browser, then look at the alternatives. Our site has reviews of several high-quality browsers for iPad.


    Cons: no file downloading.

    Implementation rating: 10 out of 10.

    Mail client:

    How we get it: I don’t even want to change the standard email client (to be fair, let’s say there are no worthy alternatives in the App Store). It’s convenient to manage—it’s possible to track multiple email accounts.

    Cons: there is no way to set a password on the email client itself.

    Implementation rating: 9 out of 10.

    GPS navigation (only for iPad with 3G/4G)

    How we get: GPS module, is only built into the 3G/4G version of the iPad, which somewhat devalues ​​the Wi-Fi iPad. In order to fully use GPS (for example, for navigation in a car), it is better to purchase a navigation program from the App Store. If you have constant access to mobile internet, in principle, it is enough free analogues like Yandex Navigator.

    Cons: high price for quality navigation programs in the App Store. On average 25-40 dollars.

    Implementation rating: 10 out of 10.


    Music player:

    How we get it: after the purchase we already have a good built-in player - the standard Music program. You can listen even with the screen turned off, which can significantly save battery power. Through standard program We listen to: podcasts, audiobooks, music in mp3, alac (Apple lossless) formats.

    Cons: strictly tied to iTunes

    Implementation rating: 9 out of 10.

    Video player:

    How we get it: we can watch it using a standard video viewer, but, frankly speaking, it is bad due to the small number of playable formats (mp4, m4v). Therefore, a good alternative video player is almost the first thing you need to install on your iPad from the App Store. Check out AVPlayer, GoodPlayer or OPlayer. It is possible to watch videos over a local network without copying the video to your computer (example: StreamToMe program or the same GoodPlayer). You can also watch the video online (example: ivi.ru). And buy movies in the App Store (example: Aikino or Masha and the Bear).

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    Cons: more formats played by default.

    Implementation rating: 6 out of 10. Using the App Store and additional programs, we get 10 out of 10 right away.

    Internet 3G/4G (only for iPad with 3G/4G)

    How we get: Internet 3G - quick way access the Internet from anywhere covered by 3G networks. Relevant for cities where a 3G network is already taken for granted. The new iPad now supports 4G networks. The situation with 4G now is about the same as it was at the dawn of 3G - that is, low prevalence.

    Cons: relatively low prevalence of 4G.

    Implementation rating: 10 out of 10.

    Additional iPad features:

    Reading e-books:

    How we get it: Install one or more readers, load books into the iPad. The choice of readers, although not wide, will cover all user tastes. One free iBooks from Apple is worth it. Reading books on iPad is very convenient. With the high-quality Retina screen in the New iPad, reading has turned into a fairy tale.

    Cons: there is no ideal reader program (even iBooks is limited, for example, by the number of supported file formats)

    Implementation rating: 10 out of 10 (and with almost any reader).

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    Dictaphone:

    How we get it: install programs - there are both free and paid (for example, Voice Recorder HD). The recorded sound is good - there is almost no interference. Also, many creators of programs for business and idleness began to introduce support for the voice recorder function: programs for notes, interactive books for children, file managers, etc.

    What's missing in the function: no built-in iOS voice recorder, despite its obvious necessity.

    Implementation rating: 9 out of 10.

    How we get it: There is an electronic store called the App Store with a huge selection of games. There are both free ones and those for which you need to pay. 95 percent of good games are paid, which is why many device owners decide to jailbreak and install hacked applications that are not difficult to find on the Internet. We carefully select the best games for iPad, and the site also has a catalog of the best free games for iPad. However, even in Russian Federation people are slowly becoming accustomed to the idea that you have to pay for everything, and the Russian App Store is gaining momentum every year. Everything says it more Russian localizations even in the most hit games. The App Store often has games on sale and you can download masterpieces for 1-2 dollar or even free.

    Cons: the best games are paid.

    Implementation rating: 10 out of 10.

    Various useful applications:

    How we get it: just like games - we download it from the App Store. There are a lot of useful applications, you need to look for good ones. You can see this in my iPad calculator test. We have collected our selection of the best applications and are constantly updating them in this article. But standard applications and applications from the App Store have a special mission - they are the ones who make the iPad a very functional device: I don’t even dare to list all these functions in this article, here we are looking at the issue of “iPad functions” in general.

    Cons: As with games, the best apps are paid ones. There are far fewer promotions and discounts on apps than on games.

    Implementation rating: 9 out of 10.

    2 photo cameras with video recording capabilities:

    How we get it: users received 2 cameras on both sides of the iPad only in iPad versions 2. There are no cameras in the first version, despite the point above the screen, which misleads many. Only in 2012, with the release of the new iPad, this function can be considered successfully implemented. You can evaluate the quality of pictures and videos in a separate review: Photo and video cameras in the new iPad.

    Cons: on the second iPad, photos are of terrible quality

    Implementation rating: 5 out of 10 (iPad 2), 10 out of 10 (New iPad)

    Viewing and editing photos:

    How we get it: Viewing pictures is available through the standard Photo application. Many people get tremendous pleasure from watching it: it’s convenient and practical. There are simply a huge number of photo editing programs in the App Store - I recommend paying attention to the Apple iPhoto application: for most, this application will be enough for most people. In general, it seems that only a lazy developer has not released applications for editing photographs in one form or another. Here's an example: the MySketch application, which allows you to make a pencil sketch from a photograph.

    Cons: variety of programs in in this case can be a disadvantage, since it is difficult for the average user to understand their need and usefulness.

    Implementation rating: 9 out of 10

    Of course, these are not all the functions of the iPad. We can talk about them for a long time, for some the iPad will become an assistant in raising a child (there are already quite a lot of reviews of high-quality educational applications for children on our website), for others it will replace a paper newspaper (you can subscribe to electronic versions press), and someone will find it an excellent gaming platform.

    iPad operating functions.

    Millions of people around the world already own an Apple iPad. In Ukraine, their number is also growing rapidly. And although iOS allows you to use this device to perform a variety of tasks, in practice, the main ones iPad functions in Ukraine they have become status and entertainment. And if everything is clear with the first by definition, then a few words are worth saying about the second. The device is clearly aimed at taking up free time on the go. However, not many programs and applications for this are installed by default. Mail client, text editor and the list of contacts, to put it mildly, is an insignificant set to get started. The only thing that saves you is the free applications in the AppStore, plus the ability to surf the Internet if available. To work on the iPad you need to get special applications. Let's talk about them in more detail.


    iWork app for iPad

    It would be more accurate to say that iWork is not an application, but a set of them, which consists of Pages - an analogue of Word, Numbers - an analogue of Exel and Keynote - an analogue of PowerPoint. Actually applications from Microsoft and Apple compatible, this means that with a document in doc format. you can work in pages. The iWork software package is not mutually integrated and this is its main drawback. This means that in order to copy text from Pages to Keynote, you need to make a lot of different movements to open and close two applications.


    Pages An excellent document editor with extensive capabilities. There are a lot of options for editing. Let's just talk about the main ones: setting the width of the edges, indentation, font, inserting pictures, there are also 16 document templates. Very compact, but at the same time there is nothing superfluous - an ideal set for mobile work. As in all major applications, the image in Pages rotates when you rotate the device itself. The application has no obvious disadvantages; it works quickly and copes with all complex documents.

    Numbers Designed for numbers, the app has many functions that are available in 5 tabs. You can create graphs from tables; there are nine types of them. Like Pages, there are templates for work. Keynote An application designed for creating simple and editing complex presentations. Like Pages and Numbers, Keynote comes with 12 standard themes.

    Keynote supports complex graphics and text animation.


    Today, all three work applications are available in the AppStore at price$9.99 each. Thus a complete set for office work will cost 29.97. But there is an alternative to such a waste of money - this is the purchase of the Office HD application, which combines the functions of Pages and Numbers, but does not work with presentations and does not create charts from tables. The third alternative is very popular in Ukraine - hacking the device and free installation pirated software on it.

    All built-in iPad apps are designed to take full advantage of the unique capabilities of the large Multi-Touch screen and advanced iPad technologies. Applications work in any screen orientation. The iPad can do things that no other device can do.


    The iPad is the best device for browsing the Internet. You can view entire pages on the large Multi-Touch display in both landscape and portrait orientations. And gestures are used for navigation.

    The Mail app on iPad is amazing. Single inbox, split screen function and wide onscreen keyboard provide you with unique opportunities to work with mail.


    Bright IPS display with LED backlight will make viewing photos on your iPad truly unforgettable. Albums open with a touch. You can scroll through the photos one by one or play a slideshow for your friends.

    iPad display high resolution With a 9.7-inch diagonal, it's perfect for watching movies, podcasts, and more.

    The YouTube app, designed specifically for iPad, makes it even easier to search for videos. And on the excellent screen of the iPad they are even more pleasant to watch. Especially in HD.

    Favorite songs are nearby. Expand the album cover to full screen. On iPad, music looks as good as it sounds.

    You'll find over 350,000 apps in the App Store. Almost all of them are supported by iPad - from games to office applications.

    Maps on iPad puts the whole world in the palm of your hand. Street View, satellite photos, and the new Landscape mode help you find any address using .

    The large display and on-screen keyboard make iPad an excellent device for taking notes and storing useful information. You can even send yourself a reminder via email.

    Home, work and any other calendars are always at hand. iPad makes it easy to read and correct any schedule—even when you're juggling everything at once.

    The Contacts app on iPad is more than just a list of names and phone numbers. It contains many amazing and useful functions. More details

    One press of the Home button gives you access to all apps on your iPad.

    You can do almost anything on the iPad. And multitasking allows you to do even more. Now you can work more productively, play more fun and combine different activities.

    Folders let you store even more apps on your iPad. Organize your apps into folders to always have them at hand.

    Now from the image on the screen to the paper copy - just one touch. AirPrint lets you print photos, emails, web pages, and more directly from iPad using any AirPrint-enabled printer.

    Your digital content travels through the air. Stream music directly from your iPad to your AirPlay-enabled receiver or speakers wirelessly.

    Games and communication - right on iPad. Find friends or let the app automatically match you with opponents. Keep track of your achievements and compare your best results.

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    Whatever you're looking for, Spotlight Search has you covered.

    Functions universal access already built into iPad. People with disabilities can use all the features of iPad without installing any additional components.

    Your iPad probably stores valuable data. And if it gets lost, the Find iPad feature will help you find it on the map, set a password remotely, display a message on the screen, and much more.

    The iWork suite of office applications (Keynote, Pages and Numbers) has been completely redesigned for iPad. Now you can create excellent presentations, documents and spreadsheets, save them as files Microsoft Office and share with Mac and PC users. Only by touch.

    Reading on the iPad is a pleasure. The text is clear and bright. Pages turn with one touch. Books can be purchased from the iBookstore. To get started, simply download the free iBooks app.

    Present with interesting graphic styles and elegant themes, amazing animations and effects, using new features designed specifically for iPad.

    Pages has everything you need to create and design documents. Including templates created by Apple designers, and convenient tools formatting.

    Numbers has over 250 convenient functions, smart keyboard, customizable tables and beautiful charts. You can create a wonderful table with just a few taps.

    Accessories

    The iPad Keyboard Dock is a dock with a connector for iPad charging, integrated with a full-size keyboard. Has a 3.5 mm jack output for audio output.

    iPad Camera connection Kit - a set for connecting to the camera allows you to import photos and videos from a digital camera (including all iPhone models And iPod Touch). Consists of two adapters: 30 pin > USB and 30 pin > SD slot.

    iPad Dock Connector to VGA Adapter - adapter for connecting external display. Only works with select iPad apps.

    iPad USB Power Adapter - 10W USB Power Adapter lets you charge your iPad (and iPhone and iPod) from an electrical outlet.

    IPad Case - the case will not only protect the device, but will also help you place it comfortably - the design of the case with a folding and folding lid allows you to place the iPad vertically (like a photo frame), or place it on your lap/table not flat, but at a more ergonomic angle.

    iPad Dock - a simplified dock compared to the iPad Keyboard Dock. Used to connect and charge iPad. It also has a 3.5 mm jack output for audio output.

    Apple Wireless Keyboard - wireless keyboard. Suitable not only for iPad, but also for any Mac computer (or PC - when installing the appropriate drivers), as well as iPhone.

    There are two types of headphones from Apple - “droplets” and in-ear, armature type. Versions of headphones with a built-in remote control allow you to quite fully control the iPad player, as well as record voice notes.

    Audio/video cables (combo and component).

    iPad Pen - for taking notes in applications that use handwriting.

    iPad Smart Cover— covers the screen, attaches to the iPad 2 using magnets. When the cover covers the screen, the iPad goes into sleep mode. There are ten different colors and two materials to choose from: leather and polyurethane.

    Apple Digital AV Adapter - an adapter that allows you to connect your iPad to a TV with using HDMI interface. Everything that happens on the device screen is displayed on the monitor/TV screen (unlike a VGA adapter, which only displays YouTube videos, videos, photos, presentations in Keynote). The cable also has a 30-pin connector for charging the iPad.

    In the first days after the iPad's release, some media and online forums began to criticize the name "iPad", noting its similarity to the word "Pad", a common name for sanitary pads. Wired News reported that this could make some women less willing to buy the product. Soon after the start of sales was announced, the hashtag “iTampon” became the second most discussed topic in social network Twitter. It is worth noting that the Lenovo ThinkPad/IdeaPad line of computers did not cause a similar public outcry.

    According to Steve Jobs, about 300 thousand iPads were sold on the first day, 250 thousand books were downloaded and about 1 million applications. Significant milestone of 1 million sold iPad computers achieved, according to the head of the company, in 28 days - more than twice as short as the corresponding one for the iPhone (74 days).

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    According to an analysis conducted by experts from the iSuppli organization, the net cost of producing iPad WiFi models of various configurations, including components and assembly of the device, ranges from $259.60 to $348.10 (from the minimum to the maximum configuration, respectively). This is more than previously estimated according to preliminary estimates. The most expensive components of the device are the display (25.9% of the net cost) and the touchscreen (12% of the net cost).

    On April 14, 2010, a message was published on the Apple website: “Faced with unexpectedly high demand in the United States, we are forced to make a difficult decision: the start of iPad sales outside the United States is postponed by a month - until the end of May. We'll be announcing iPad pricing for different countries, as well as pre-orders outside the US, on May 10th. We recognize that our international customers who are waiting to purchase an iPad will be upset by this news, but we hope that they will be somewhat reassured by the reason for the delay - the unprecedented success of the iPad in the United States."


    Having studied all the iPad models and their characteristics, you can understand how the technologies for creating Tablet PCs have developed and progressed from 2010 to the present day.

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

    Moreover, some analysts suggest that iPads will eventually be the first to displace a significant part of the market from 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 many technologies that other tablet PCs did not have at that time - an IPS display and a powerful gigahertz Apple A4 processor.

    High operating 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 were the relatively short operation time on a single charge - even such a battery was not enough for the large display and the 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 its body has rounded edges and stylish volume control buttons on the right side.

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

    Another impressive characteristic is the tablet’s built-in memory, the maximum capacity of which was 64 GB.

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

    Technical Parameters:

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

    iPad 2

    The next generation of iPad, which appeared in 2011, was more advanced and had many fewer shortcomings.

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

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

    Most 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 matched the color of the body.

    Tablet parameters:

    • 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.

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