My hope is that this site becomes a place for you to find answers, share your experiences, and explore ways to use these devices.
The iPad created a new niche, somewhere between the phone and the laptop/desktop. Along the way, it changed the way we work and play. Many people do not need another computer besides the iPad.
Yet, the reason many believe the iPad has been so successful, is its simplicity.
“The secret behind the iPad’s success is not how much it does… but rather, how simply it does it.”Some people may balk at the iPad’s price point. However, when you look at just how many devices the iPad replaces, it puts things in perspective.
*One Device – Gone are the days of carrying many devices. Remember, when you had to carry a computer, a camera, a video camera, and more? You don’t have to wear the Batman utility belt full of gadgets anymore.
*Complex Tasks Made Simple – The iPad has simplified many previously complicated tasks. For example, you can now simply swipe your finger to perform complex photo edits.
*Productivity Anywhere – You can now take your tasks and information with you anywhere. This makes it possible to be productive in many places and situations previously not possible.
*Connectivity Where You Want It – With the LTE connection, the iPad has Internet speed previously only seen on WiFi and landline connections. Now you can be connected wherever you want to be. (Note: I said where you “want” to be. I still think it is a choice. Technology is only a leash if you let it be.)
The iPad’s main theme is simplification. That is what has made it such a powerful and successful device. When the iPad first came out, people had trouble describing it. Was it just a large iPhone or iPod Touch? Others questioned what people would use it for.
As it turns out…we would use it for so much more.
Here are just some of the devices that the iPad has replaced in many lives..
Email - The iPad has replaced all my other machines for email. It is perhaps the best email experience out there. Instant on. Large screen for reading. And there is just something magical about “touching” your email. Some might complain about the keyboard, but I find that it keeps responses short and effective.
Scanner – With the iPad’s new camera, it is like having a portable scanner in your bag. Why go find the scanner when you can scan those papers wherever you are? You can get the Scanner Pro app for iPad.
Camera – The iPad is not my primary camera. However, with the newly improved camera, the iPad is a worthy photo device. For mobile workers it is a great tool, and for those not-so-mobile workers you can get a great shot of that white board.
iPod – It is ironic to say that the iPad has replaced the iPod, but it has. Apple even replaced the iPod icon with a Music icon. I can access and control all my music via my iPad.
eBook Reader – I am becoming a big fan of reading eBooks. Many people have stopped buying hard copy books entirely. With the high-resolution screen on the new iPad, you don’t need a separate Kindle device. (BTW, you can use the Kindle app over iBooks.)
Dayplanner – The iPad may even replace your Dayplanner. From calendar to contacts to todos, the iPad has an app that keeps you on top of work and life.
Gaming Device – No one saw this coming a while back. (How could they not?) But, the iPad has all but replaced all other gaming platforms in many households. I do not play that many games, so when I do, the iPad is handy. It doesn't take long to quickly discover the math between a $50 Wii game and a $0.99 iPad game. The answer is easy...
USB Drive – I don’t carry USB drives anymore. Instead, I can access all my files via my iPad. Yet, this one is a bit of a misnomer, because I don’t store many files on my iPad, rather I access them via the cloud. The Dropbox app is a must have for the iPad.
Video Camera – Remember camcorders? Yeah, neither do I. Our digital devices now capture video with ease. The iPad shoots HD video and you can even edit it right on the device with iMovie!
Video Phone – Webcams? Who needs them? And gone is the trouble of setting up a video call. With one touch, you can FaceTime and/or Skype from your iPad.
Laptop – Has my iPad replaced my laptop? Not quite. But I suspect that some day I may say the only thing I use my laptop (and desktop) for are writing articles. I am sure that others still have various software that they rely on with their laptops. But, from portability to battery life to apps… it won't be long until the iPad is giving laptops a run for their money.
2 comments:
Do you ghave a good read out loud app. I want to download e-books and then listen to them in the car or where ever. Problem is that when ever I sit to read I fall asleep. This makes me a really slow reader when I keep dosing off. I went to download and it said, I agree to have everything shared with whoever including my CC #. This was kind of strange or is this normal?
Definitely strange...I would search for something that is free first then if you like it buy the full version.
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