I can easily see Apple's tablet, being used extensively in the medical profession... recording patients stats, and the likes, and automatically uploading to patients records and all that kind of stuff. Who knows what some smart medical type will be able to add on.... (imagine waving the tablet across a patient with a broken bone or whatever, and with the use of "some kind of MRI-camera or the likes" being able to see whats wrong.
Interesting idea?? (Funny thing.... I pictured this in my mind a few nights back... Doctors and Nurses walking around with these advanced Apple Tablets, a bit like a Star Trek ships sick bay!!)
Now this also sounds like a cool idea. (How could I have missed this use for the Tablet) As I do dabble in music a bit... It might renew my interest there!
Now this also sounds like a cool idea. (How could I have missed this use for the Tablet) As I do dabble in music a bit... It might renew my interest there!
My partner was really hoping to see a larger version of the iphone/ pro-tools controller. I was hoping for a touch surface colorists mixer.
Overall, since the iphone OS can theoretically do the above, I'm not sure we need full blown OSX for said device.
I am really hoping for a form factor larger than 7".
I'm pretty sure it'll be incredible no matter what we get.
my only wish is for this tablet rumor to be true and if so, I am looking forward to apple's interpretation of it.
I think tablets of some form are a reality. I just hope it is a family of devices to make us all happy. I strongly suspect that most of these rumors are the result of a larger iPod Touch device. That might turn off a lot of people. Personally I like Touch and the infrastructure around it, so the idea of one of these rumored tablets being an iPod sort of makes me happy.
My partner was really hoping to see a larger version of the iphone/ pro-tools controller. I was hoping for a touch surface colorists mixer.
Overall, since the iphone OS can theoretically do the above, I'm not sure we need full blown OSX for said device.
I am really hoping for a form factor larger than 7".
I'm pretty sure it'll be incredible no matter what we get.
My original thought has Logic Studio/MainStage running as the entire 'front-end' of the guitar rig, meaning the computer (and Logic Studio/MainStage) itself ARE the effects pedals & preamp (amp modeling); the Apogee GIO (plus expression pedal) interface allows for foot control, and the touchscreen (MacTouch Pro) allows for finer grain control of Logic Studio/MainStage itself...
The stereo power amp & dual speaker cabs only provide the final (stereo) output...
So yes, ability to run the full standard version of OS X is a requirement! Hence the 'Pro' added onto the naming...
The main thing I want in an iTablet is the pixel density of the iPhone. The pixel density of laptops would be a huge disappointment.
While iPhone has an excellent screen, tranfering that density to a tablet has some problems. Number one is that a large screen implies a lot of pixels to process and manage. This could impact video performance or in a worst case drastically shorten battery life times.
So while I don't disagree with you, a gorgeous screen is nice, I just doubt we are there yet engineering wise. Of course Apple has PA Semi working on this and they might be able to pull off a surprise.
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I disagree. Field-upgradable memory would increase cost and reduce reliability.
Well this is very much a trade off that I acknowledge but I believe it is worth looking into. The problem is that mass storage is critical for a devices long term viability. With out that upgrade option the tablet becomes a disposable land fill expanding item.
By the way I mean for this to be additional storage beyound Apples base configuration. So if the ttablet comes with 256GB of flash soldered in place the expansion slot would provide for doubling or tripling that space. While I understand the nature of plug in cards, especially in portable devices, I do believe the tech is now currently reliable enough to make many happy. After all plug in ports are used all over todays laptops for various devices.
As a side note, reliability is a concern to many for other reasons. I'd actually like to see Apple produce things like the iPhone and this tablet with an optional marine grade conformal coating. This to cut down in corosion and suseptability to moisture. This would likely add to the cost but would be great for boaters and those working in high moisture environments.
This close to a major event and no leaks, photos or advanced mock ups. It just isn't right. I really want to see Apple expand it's line up but I'm discouraged that we will see anything of note at the coming announcements.
If nothing else I'm curious about what PA Semi will come up with. Will the device have ground breaking electronics or will we simply get another run of the mill ARM SoC. It would be very nice if Apple and ARM where to define a brand new 64 bit ARM ISA. Make that chip dual core or more with the latest GPU and Apple could have a winner on their hands.
There is also the outside chance that Apple will target ATOM with PA providing a support chip. The only thing I like about that is that 64 bits is already there.
If the memory were to be upgradable, 99.44% would never be upgraded after purchase and would end up in a landfill just as soon.
This flies in the face of the reality that on PCs and Laptops the harddrive is one of the most upgraded parts on the machine. Why do you suspect that a tablet would be any different? Mind you I'm talking about Flash memory here.
If this tablet has any sort of a media bent to it, that is movies and TV, then expandability of the built in storage is going to be a key consideration for many. We already see peoples frustration with touch and iPhones limited storage, it will only be worst on a media device. On top of that we have ebooks and magazines, which are maybe not that massive as text documents but could be expanded by APple into a richer offering.
There are many reasons for one to believe that customers would want the ability to increase storage capacity after purchase. Such a facility can be enginneered soundly and not take up much internal space.
USB ports for optional Mouse and Keyboard and other accessories
Optional stand to use as a desktop.
What do you think you would gain from OS/X on a tablet device? I continue to see this in postings here but really don't get it at all. Do people really think that they will be able to pull OS/X software off the shelf and be productive with it on a tablet? It would be far easier for Apple to extend the user interface in IPhone OS then to try to work backwards with OS/X. That doesn't mean however that we won't see features of IS/X on iPhone or this new tablet as some will port very well, the new dock being a perfect example.
As to ports I'm hoping Apple wises up myself and doesn't pull an AIR boner. A tablet needs ports just like everything else and to add to your list I offer up the following:
1.
Video out through display port.
2.
Ethernet. Yeah I know old wired tech but it is a great fall back to have.
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Interesting idea?? (Funny thing.... I pictured this in my mind a few nights back... Doctors and Nurses walking around with these advanced Apple Tablets, a bit like a Star Trek ships sick bay!!)
Logic Studio & MainStage...
Combine with the Apogee GIO (don't forget the expression pedal), a stereo power amp and a few speaker cabinets, instant way cool guitar rig...
Another no-brainer use for an Apple MacTouch (Pro?)...
Logic Studio & MainStage...
Combine with the Apogee GIO (don't forget the expression pedal), a stereo power amp and a few speaker cabinets, instant way cool guitar rig...
Now this also sounds like a cool idea. (How could I have missed this use for the Tablet) As I do dabble in music a bit... It might renew my interest there!
Now this also sounds like a cool idea. (How could I have missed this use for the Tablet) As I do dabble in music a bit... It might renew my interest there!
My partner was really hoping to see a larger version of the iphone/ pro-tools controller. I was hoping for a touch surface colorists mixer.
Overall, since the iphone OS can theoretically do the above, I'm not sure we need full blown OSX for said device.
I am really hoping for a form factor larger than 7".
I'm pretty sure it'll be incredible no matter what we get.
my only wish is for this tablet rumor to be true and if so, I am looking forward to apple's interpretation of it.
I think tablets of some form are a reality. I just hope it is a family of devices to make us all happy. I strongly suspect that most of these rumors are the result of a larger iPod Touch device. That might turn off a lot of people. Personally I like Touch and the infrastructure around it, so the idea of one of these rumored tablets being an iPod sort of makes me happy.
Dave
My partner was really hoping to see a larger version of the iphone/ pro-tools controller. I was hoping for a touch surface colorists mixer.
Overall, since the iphone OS can theoretically do the above, I'm not sure we need full blown OSX for said device.
I am really hoping for a form factor larger than 7".
I'm pretty sure it'll be incredible no matter what we get.
My original thought has Logic Studio/MainStage running as the entire 'front-end' of the guitar rig, meaning the computer (and Logic Studio/MainStage) itself ARE the effects pedals & preamp (amp modeling); the Apogee GIO (plus expression pedal) interface allows for foot control, and the touchscreen (MacTouch Pro) allows for finer grain control of Logic Studio/MainStage itself...
The stereo power amp & dual speaker cabs only provide the final (stereo) output...
So yes, ability to run the full standard version of OS X is a requirement! Hence the 'Pro' added onto the naming...
At the end of the day, I have no idea why I (or anyone else) would want a tablet.
For writing-based tasks I would like an ultra-lightweight notebook with a large screen. Running Mac OS X.
For mobile use, I want a pocket sized device. Running a UI designed for that format.
And for my main workhorse, I want a super-fast computer with a freaking huge screen.
If Apple is indeed working on a consumer device in this form factor, I think there is something we do not know about it.
It is either destined for schoolkids, as an all-in-one textbook, worksheet swiss-army edu-tool.
Or it's a carputer.
Or it's has some other primary function.
I doubt that it is a simply netbook with no keyboard.
C.
A tablet will be perfect for republicans wanting to watch pedo porn on airport bathroom stalls.
it would be nice if the Flash is field upgradable, perhaps on a PCI-E card like some of the netbooks use these days.
I disagree. Field-upgradable memory would increase cost and reduce reliability.
The main thing I want in an iTablet is the pixel density of the iPhone. The pixel density of laptops would be a huge disappointment.
While iPhone has an excellent screen, tranfering that density to a tablet has some problems. Number one is that a large screen implies a lot of pixels to process and manage. This could impact video performance or in a worst case drastically shorten battery life times.
So while I don't disagree with you, a gorgeous screen is nice, I just doubt we are there yet engineering wise. Of course Apple has PA Semi working on this and they might be able to pull off a surprise.
I disagree. Field-upgradable memory would increase cost and reduce reliability.
Well this is very much a trade off that I acknowledge but I believe it is worth looking into. The problem is that mass storage is critical for a devices long term viability. With out that upgrade option the tablet becomes a disposable land fill expanding item.
By the way I mean for this to be additional storage beyound Apples base configuration. So if the ttablet comes with 256GB of flash soldered in place the expansion slot would provide for doubling or tripling that space. While I understand the nature of plug in cards, especially in portable devices, I do believe the tech is now currently reliable enough to make many happy. After all plug in ports are used all over todays laptops for various devices.
As a side note, reliability is a concern to many for other reasons. I'd actually like to see Apple produce things like the iPhone and this tablet with an optional marine grade conformal coating. This to cut down in corosion and suseptability to moisture. This would likely add to the cost but would be great for boaters and those working in high moisture environments.
Dave
Dave
A tablet will be perfect for .....
Lesson of the day: If you find yourself on an all you can drink, party till ya puke multi-day bender you shouldn't get within fifty feet the net.
Dave
Just about 48 hours to go (hopefully).
Oooooooh, how I want a tablet.
Just about 48 hours to go (hopefully).
This close to a major event and no leaks, photos or advanced mock ups. It just isn't right. I really want to see Apple expand it's line up but I'm discouraged that we will see anything of note at the coming announcements.
If nothing else I'm curious about what PA Semi will come up with. Will the device have ground breaking electronics or will we simply get another run of the mill ARM SoC. It would be very nice if Apple and ARM where to define a brand new 64 bit ARM ISA. Make that chip dual core or more with the latest GPU and Apple could have a winner on their hands.
There is also the outside chance that Apple will target ATOM with PA providing a support chip. The only thing I like about that is that 64 bits is already there.
Dave
With out that upgrade option the tablet becomes a disposable land fill expanding item.
If the memory were to be upgradable, 99.44% would never be upgraded after purchase and would end up in a landfill just as soon.
If they cannot provide a holodeck then I don't want it!
LOL!
I want a stylus for drawing.
+1. I don't want a PC stylus to go with my Apple stuff.
If the memory were to be upgradable, 99.44% would never be upgraded after purchase and would end up in a landfill just as soon.
This flies in the face of the reality that on PCs and Laptops the harddrive is one of the most upgraded parts on the machine. Why do you suspect that a tablet would be any different? Mind you I'm talking about Flash memory here.
If this tablet has any sort of a media bent to it, that is movies and TV, then expandability of the built in storage is going to be a key consideration for many. We already see peoples frustration with touch and iPhones limited storage, it will only be worst on a media device. On top of that we have ebooks and magazines, which are maybe not that massive as text documents but could be expanded by APple into a richer offering.
There are many reasons for one to believe that customers would want the ability to increase storage capacity after purchase. Such a facility can be enginneered soundly and not take up much internal space.
Dave
What do you think you would gain from OS/X on a tablet device? I continue to see this in postings here but really don't get it at all. Do people really think that they will be able to pull OS/X software off the shelf and be productive with it on a tablet? It would be far easier for Apple to extend the user interface in IPhone OS then to try to work backwards with OS/X. That doesn't mean however that we won't see features of IS/X on iPhone or this new tablet as some will port very well, the new dock being a perfect example.
As to ports I'm hoping Apple wises up myself and doesn't pull an AIR boner. A tablet needs ports just like everything else and to add to your list I offer up the following:
1.
Video out through display port.
2.
Ethernet. Yeah I know old wired tech but it is a great fall back to have.
3.
FireWire 800.
4.
SD card slots. Both internal and external.
Dave