But weight is an issue. I think that weight is a pinnacle component to making a smaller tablet work. It needs to be very light. It needs to be so light that you can hold it one hand and never wonder if it's too heavy. I think that nearly every aspect of usability on a smaller tablet will revolve around the weight.
Not to be argumentative, but I just don't see people staggering around under the oppressive weight of their iPads.
I think the current design is light enough for comfortable one-handed use, and will, itself, only get lighter.
So, inconvenient heft isn't the reason for a smaller iPad, I don't think...if it were, wouldn't nearly all the people who opt for other tablets opt for the smaller sizes?
Come to think of it, I'm not sure what the reason is, unless it was simply to crush the Kindle-sized market, and dominate that slightly lower price range.
If this happens (and I won't believe it until Tim Cook is standing up there with one in his hand, giving out a release date) the question I have is this: How much difference do you think there is in the cost of components between an iPad and an iPad Mini?
I mean, unless it's really, really significant, then the price difference isn't going to be all that great. That is, assuming Apple wants to maintain a healthy margin.
Or is it just that they see a market where people just want something smaller?
I dunno. I guess I just don't get the whole "mini" idea.
This "analysis" based on inside info does not convert any of these guys (Paczkowski, Dalrymple and Gruber) in gurus or prophets, it was obvious that Apple would make two events if iPad Mini and iPhone were to be released this year. Also there are a lot of product updates that can't be shown in one single event for a lot of reasons that go from too much in one event to a mix of products that don't mix and match well to make a focused event.
It is obvious that Apple must make these updates and unveilments:
- New iPhone - iPad Mini - New iPod Touch - New iPod Nano - New iMacs
So just because some guy says that theres going to be an iPad Mini and 2 other guys assume it as well, you have the right to say there's an iPad Mini in production and will be released after the iPhone??? I think everyone is going crazy thinking there's an iPad Mini and I really have always said there there isn't one coming so that's what I have to say. Why? Because it would take 7 months to make it and Apple just released the new iPad...They'd wait atleast another year to upgrade it, and then maybe they'd release the iPad Mini or upgrade the new iPad to NFC and In-Cell Multitouch retina displays with the new Dock Connector and build AirDrop on it's iOS 7. YOu;d be crazy to believe they'd make an iPad Mini that soon.
Not to be argumentative, but I just don't see people staggering around under the oppressive weight of their iPads.
I think the current design is light enough for comfortable one-handed use, and will, itself, only get lighter.
So, inconvenient heft isn't the reason for a smaller iPad, I don't think...if it were, wouldn't nearly all the people who opt for other tablets opt for the smaller sizes?
Come to think of it, I'm not sure what the reason is, unless it was simply to crush the Kindle-sized market, and dominate that slightly lower price range.
Or, maybe, there really won't be one, after all.
But the same argument is often made for why no one needs an Air-- that a MacBook Pro is hardly a huge burden, that if you have a problem carrying around an extra 2 lbs you should probably hit the gym, etc. But the difference between an Air and a MacBook-- its weight in a bag, how easy it is to use in a cramped situation-- is significant.
When it comes to something you hold in your hand for extended periods, a few ounces and a few inches can make a real difference. As I've been saying, there are tradeoffs, but for some customers I think a significantly lighter, smaller iPad would be a big hit.
If this happens (and I won't believe it until Tim Cook is standing up there with one in his hand, giving out a release date) the question I have is this: How much difference do you think there is in the cost of components between an iPad and an iPad Mini?
I mean, unless it's really, really significant, then the price difference isn't going to be all that great. That is, assuming Apple wants to maintain a healthy margin.
Or is it just that they see a market where people just want something smaller?
I dunno. I guess I just don't get the whole "mini" idea.
When Apple wants to own a segment they find ways to hit a price point. For instance, you wouldn't think that a MacBook Air would be significantly cheaper to manufacture than a 15" MacBook Pro, but the base model comes in at $500 less.
So what other products will be announced at which event?
I truly and honestly hope for Logic Pro X. Considering the rumors of Redmatica having been bought up by Apple (ace move, BTW). The Redmatica website is now dead and gone and you cannot get updates from their website. I hope any Apple "Music" keynote/presentation will feature a newly revamped Logic Pro X with EXSmkIII and a brand new EXS Librarian / AutoSampler equivalent. Would be lush.
When Apple wants to own a segment they find ways to hit a price point. For instance, you wouldn't think that a MacBook Air would be significantly cheaper to manufacture than a 15" MacBook Pro, but the base model comes in at $500 less.
I guess.
Like I said, I don't "get" the whole iPad mini thing in the first place. I guess I'm not the target demographic.
But the same argument is often made for why no one needs an Air-- that a MacBook Pro is hardly a huge burden, that if you have a problem carrying around an extra 2 lbs you should probably hit the gym, etc. But the difference between an Air and a MacBook-- its weight in a bag, how easy it is to use in a cramped situation-- is significant.
When it comes to something you hold in your hand for extended periods, a few ounces and a few inches can make a real difference. As I've been saying, there are tradeoffs, but for some customers I think a significantly lighter, smaller iPad would be a big hit.
Sorry, but the difference between a MBPro and an Air is several pounds, not a few ounces. One is a relevant difference, one isn't - I'm just not feeling it, that anyone is forced, with no alternative, to hold an iPad long enough to be a discomfort.
The one comparison I will give you is, that a medical professional, for example, would probably find a smaller device easier to work around,
but, without knowing how many enterprise uses this would apply to, its still difficult to see the difference as more than a niche variation.
In my world they are more often personal than professional devices, but, there are other worlds out there!
Not to be argumentative, but I just don't see people staggering around under the oppressive weight of their iPads.
I think the current design is light enough for comfortable one-handed use, and will, itself, only get lighter.
So, inconvenient heft isn't the reason for a smaller iPad, I don't think...if it were, wouldn't nearly all the people who opt for other tablets opt for the smaller sizes?
Come to think of it, I'm not sure what the reason is, unless it was simply to crush the Kindle-sized market, and dominate that slightly lower price range.
Or, maybe, there really won't be one, after all.
I agree with the weight argument. I have the iPad 2. When I bought it the weight was really the only thing I truly noticed as a flat-out negative. I've gotten used to it after 18 months though. Then the poor resolution of the screen was 2nd, but i've grown used to it as well, since I still use my 3GS. However, even with the improved Retina Display, I would not get the iPad 3 because it's noticeably heavier than the already heavy iPad 2.
That all being said. I have an iPhone and an iPad...so even if they offered a much lighter alternative, I wouldn't buy it because it's redundant to my collection of Apple devices. And the overall screen size is more important than resolution or weight to me.
Despite the need to apparently sharpen fingers to use smaller tablets, I think this is a sensible thing to do. Sometimes you have to admit you're wrong, and although Apple will never say that directly, they're doing it indirectly by finally releasing a smaller, more portable tablet. As long as they don't cheap out on the GPU (an A5x please) then I'll buy one.
Despite the need to apparently sharpen fingers to use smaller tablets, I think this is a sensible thing to do. Sometimes you have to admit you're wrong, and although Apple will never say that directly, they're doing it indirectly by finally releasing a smaller, more portable tablet. As long as they don't cheap out on the GPU (an A5x please) then I'll buy one.
Here's another question that is also probably stupid. So bear with me.
Could they put an A5x in an iPad mini? The battery is going to have to be significantly smaller, so what would the effect be on the battery life? Or would the need to drive far fewer pixels obviate that problem?
Despite the need to apparently sharpen fingers to use smaller tablets, I think this is a sensible thing to do. Sometimes you have to admit you're wrong, and although Apple will never say that directly, they're doing it indirectly by finally releasing a smaller, more portable tablet. As long as they don't cheap out on the GPU (an A5x please) then I'll buy one.
I'm just surprised they didn't wait longer. They already have over 70% of the market even after 3 years. Why not milk the previous models more like the iPhone?
Why? because you can't subsidize iPads and if they carried 2 generations prior they would have to lower the unit price to of the 2nd gen to $299. There...I answered it myself.
Still, I think a mini iPad is just gravy. They really don't need to do it at all. if you read the other thread about the iPad mini today, you'll see that just about everyone that is in favor of the iPad mini, also mentions a very welcomed lower price-point. So you can clearly see why everyone wants the iPad mini...cheaper. Its very very distant 2nd choice is portability. everyone wants a cheaper iPad. I think if they lowered the current model to $299 starting price after releasing the 4th gen iPad, you'd see a lot fewer people wanting an iPad mini.
This is my perverted future prediction...
They release the iPad mini 4 weeks before black-friday 2012. It's the most successful launch and best selling apple device since the iPhone...iPad 10" get's cannibalized 50%-75%. A year or two later, people don't buy the iPad 10" for reasons that the price and size is too close to the Macbook Air 11". 10" iPad is reduced to status as "niche device". People like me become very sad.
Here's another question that is also probably stupid. So bear with me.
Could they put an A5x in an iPad mini? The battery is going to have to be significantly smaller, so what would the effect be on the battery life? Or would the need to drive far fewer pixels obviate that problem?
The A5x is currently a rather large chip, but they can make it much smaller and more power efficient by shrinking it to 32nm. (the current A5x is 45nm) They have to do this anyway to get the A5x into the iPhone 5, so there'd be no reason not to put it into the iPad mini, unless they're desperate to bring their costs down. I think for reasons of competition they should resist the urge to cut corners though, as the Nexus 7 has a Tegra 3, which is similar in performance, or perhaps slightly quicker, than the A5x.
The A5 and the A5x are soon to be replaced though, as the next gen stuff is very close now and should bring a huge performance boost. Expect the A6 to be comprised of a Cortex A15 and a Power VR Rogue. The latter is apparently to deliver X360/PS3 level performance.
The A5x is currently a rather large chip, but they can make it much smaller and more power efficient by shrinking it to 32nm. (the current A5x is 45nm) They have to do this anyway to get the A5x into the iPhone 5, so there'd be no reason not to put it into the iPad mini, unless they're desperate to bring their costs down. I think for reasons of competition they should resist the urge to cut corners though, as the Nexus 7 has a Tegra 3, which is similar in performance, or perhaps slightly quicker, than the A5x.
The A5 and the A5x are soon to be replaced though, as the next gen stuff is very close now and should bring a huge performance boost. Expect the A6 to be comprised of a Cortex A15 and a Power VR Rogue. The latter is apparently to deliver X360/PS3 level performance.
Thank you very much.
This is why I love this site: I get to learn things. I appreciate it.
I like iPad Air. The idea being (analogous to the MacBook Air) that you give up some screen real estate, resolution and battery life to get a much thinner and lighter device.
By the way, doesn't seem like the confidence level on this one is unusually high? I know rumors always fly fast and thick, and frequently don't pan out, but some pretty well sourced Apple pundits have all but said they know things for sure. John Paczkowski just flat out says "confirmed" and "it's going to happen", which he never does unless it's a done deal. My impression is that in this case Cook's Apple is willing to do some anonymous background stuff in order to throttle sales of the Nexus 7.
It definitely worked. I had a Nexxus in hand ready to purchase and held off because of Apple's Mini coming up and Id rather have it before the phone or Nexxus.
Not to be argumentative, but I just don't see people staggering around under the oppressive weight of their iPads.
I think the current design is light enough for comfortable one-handed use, and will, itself, only get lighter.
So, inconvenient heft isn't the reason for a smaller iPad, I don't think...if it were, wouldn't nearly all the people who opt for other tablets opt for the smaller sizes?
Come to think of it, I'm not sure what the reason is, unless it was simply to crush the Kindle-sized market, and dominate that slightly lower price range.
Or, maybe, there really won't be one, after all.
Apple is probably finding people use iPads for surfing and reading books. For many a smaller version is better for them. My concern is size. 7" is way better for my needs. Price is not the issue for me at all or even a consideration here. A lower price is icing on the cake. Apple should let consumers decide what size is best for their needs.
IF this device comes to fruition, it will be, hands down, THE item on every kids holiday list.
You hear that sound?
That's the sound of Nintendo and Sony shutting the doors on their handheld divisions.
BOOM goes the dynamite!
I agree totally with this being a great item for children, just as the iPad is a great item for children as well. This might be more in the "children" category due to portability and price. That being said, this device will not be solely for children. It will be used by adults just as much as children, in my opinion.
iPhone, iPod touch, iPad mini, iPad, MacBook Air, Macbook Pro. Ummmm... should the "competition" be worried? Ummm... Yes! What a hell of a line up! Of course, the competition was already worried but at least had a bit of an opening to make a few 7 to 8" tablets. Now, where the heck are they going to go?
Shakes head. Apple is on an unprecedented role even if this rumour doesn't pan out, but if it does, the roll just keeps getting bigger!
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Originally Posted by SolipsismX
But weight is an issue. I think that weight is a pinnacle component to making a smaller tablet work. It needs to be very light. It needs to be so light that you can hold it one hand and never wonder if it's too heavy. I think that nearly every aspect of usability on a smaller tablet will revolve around the weight.
Not to be argumentative, but I just don't see people staggering around under the oppressive weight of their iPads.
I think the current design is light enough for comfortable one-handed use, and will, itself, only get lighter.
So, inconvenient heft isn't the reason for a smaller iPad, I don't think...if it were, wouldn't nearly all the people who opt for other tablets opt for the smaller sizes?
Come to think of it, I'm not sure what the reason is, unless it was simply to crush the Kindle-sized market, and dominate that slightly lower price range.
Or, maybe, there really won't be one, after all.
There are women's pads that have wings on them, wings also allow flight through the air.
If this happens (and I won't believe it until Tim Cook is standing up there with one in his hand, giving out a release date) the question I have is this: How much difference do you think there is in the cost of components between an iPad and an iPad Mini?
I mean, unless it's really, really significant, then the price difference isn't going to be all that great. That is, assuming Apple wants to maintain a healthy margin.
Or is it just that they see a market where people just want something smaller?
I dunno. I guess I just don't get the whole "mini" idea.
It is obvious that Apple must make these updates and unveilments:
- New iPhone
- iPad Mini
- New iPod Touch
- New iPod Nano
- New iMacs
Of course they couldn't say all that in one single event. I said it in a post of my blog about a month ago, and I don't think I'm a genius for saying that (http://applexpert.tumblr.com/post/27922360921/a-lot-of-things).
These guys have inside info from Apple and they know a lot in advance, they only wait the order to shoot for Apple to gain media traction.
It is so obvious that is beginning to look bad.
So just because some guy says that theres going to be an iPad Mini and 2 other guys assume it as well, you have the right to say there's an iPad Mini in production and will be released after the iPhone??? I think everyone is going crazy thinking there's an iPad Mini and I really have always said there there isn't one coming so that's what I have to say. Why? Because it would take 7 months to make it and Apple just released the new iPad...They'd wait atleast another year to upgrade it, and then maybe they'd release the iPad Mini or upgrade the new iPad to NFC and In-Cell Multitouch retina displays with the new Dock Connector and build AirDrop on it's iOS 7. YOu;d be crazy to believe they'd make an iPad Mini that soon.
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Originally Posted by boredumb
Not to be argumentative, but I just don't see people staggering around under the oppressive weight of their iPads.
I think the current design is light enough for comfortable one-handed use, and will, itself, only get lighter.
So, inconvenient heft isn't the reason for a smaller iPad, I don't think...if it were, wouldn't nearly all the people who opt for other tablets opt for the smaller sizes?
Come to think of it, I'm not sure what the reason is, unless it was simply to crush the Kindle-sized market, and dominate that slightly lower price range.
Or, maybe, there really won't be one, after all.
But the same argument is often made for why no one needs an Air-- that a MacBook Pro is hardly a huge burden, that if you have a problem carrying around an extra 2 lbs you should probably hit the gym, etc. But the difference between an Air and a MacBook-- its weight in a bag, how easy it is to use in a cramped situation-- is significant.
When it comes to something you hold in your hand for extended periods, a few ounces and a few inches can make a real difference. As I've been saying, there are tradeoffs, but for some customers I think a significantly lighter, smaller iPad would be a big hit.
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Originally Posted by AaronJ
If this happens (and I won't believe it until Tim Cook is standing up there with one in his hand, giving out a release date) the question I have is this: How much difference do you think there is in the cost of components between an iPad and an iPad Mini?
I mean, unless it's really, really significant, then the price difference isn't going to be all that great. That is, assuming Apple wants to maintain a healthy margin.
Or is it just that they see a market where people just want something smaller?
I dunno. I guess I just don't get the whole "mini" idea.
When Apple wants to own a segment they find ways to hit a price point. For instance, you wouldn't think that a MacBook Air would be significantly cheaper to manufacture than a 15" MacBook Pro, but the base model comes in at $500 less.
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Originally Posted by SolipsismX
So what other products will be announced at which event?
I truly and honestly hope for Logic Pro X. Considering the rumors of Redmatica having been bought up by Apple (ace move, BTW). The Redmatica website is now dead and gone and you cannot get updates from their website. I hope any Apple "Music" keynote/presentation will feature a newly revamped Logic Pro X with EXSmkIII and a brand new EXS Librarian / AutoSampler equivalent. Would be lush.
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Originally Posted by addabox
When Apple wants to own a segment they find ways to hit a price point. For instance, you wouldn't think that a MacBook Air would be significantly cheaper to manufacture than a 15" MacBook Pro, but the base model comes in at $500 less.
I guess.
Like I said, I don't "get" the whole iPad mini thing in the first place. I guess I'm not the target demographic.
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Originally Posted by addabox
But the same argument is often made for why no one needs an Air-- that a MacBook Pro is hardly a huge burden, that if you have a problem carrying around an extra 2 lbs you should probably hit the gym, etc. But the difference between an Air and a MacBook-- its weight in a bag, how easy it is to use in a cramped situation-- is significant.
When it comes to something you hold in your hand for extended periods, a few ounces and a few inches can make a real difference. As I've been saying, there are tradeoffs, but for some customers I think a significantly lighter, smaller iPad would be a big hit.
Sorry, but the difference between a MBPro and an Air is several pounds, not a few ounces. One is a relevant difference, one isn't - I'm just not feeling it, that anyone is forced, with no alternative, to hold an iPad long enough to be a discomfort.
The one comparison I will give you is, that a medical professional, for example, would probably find a smaller device easier to work around,
but, without knowing how many enterprise uses this would apply to, its still difficult to see the difference as more than a niche variation.
In my world they are more often personal than professional devices, but, there are other worlds out there!
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Originally Posted by boredumb
Not to be argumentative, but I just don't see people staggering around under the oppressive weight of their iPads.
I think the current design is light enough for comfortable one-handed use, and will, itself, only get lighter.
So, inconvenient heft isn't the reason for a smaller iPad, I don't think...if it were, wouldn't nearly all the people who opt for other tablets opt for the smaller sizes?
Come to think of it, I'm not sure what the reason is, unless it was simply to crush the Kindle-sized market, and dominate that slightly lower price range.
Or, maybe, there really won't be one, after all.
I agree with the weight argument. I have the iPad 2. When I bought it the weight was really the only thing I truly noticed as a flat-out negative. I've gotten used to it after 18 months though. Then the poor resolution of the screen was 2nd, but i've grown used to it as well, since I still use my 3GS. However, even with the improved Retina Display, I would not get the iPad 3 because it's noticeably heavier than the already heavy iPad 2.
That all being said. I have an iPhone and an iPad...so even if they offered a much lighter alternative, I wouldn't buy it because it's redundant to my collection of Apple devices. And the overall screen size is more important than resolution or weight to me.
Despite the need to apparently sharpen fingers to use smaller tablets, I think this is a sensible thing to do. Sometimes you have to admit you're wrong, and although Apple will never say that directly, they're doing it indirectly by finally releasing a smaller, more portable tablet. As long as they don't cheap out on the GPU (an A5x please) then I'll buy one.
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Originally Posted by kotatsu
Despite the need to apparently sharpen fingers to use smaller tablets, I think this is a sensible thing to do. Sometimes you have to admit you're wrong, and although Apple will never say that directly, they're doing it indirectly by finally releasing a smaller, more portable tablet. As long as they don't cheap out on the GPU (an A5x please) then I'll buy one.
Here's another question that is also probably stupid. So bear with me.
Could they put an A5x in an iPad mini? The battery is going to have to be significantly smaller, so what would the effect be on the battery life? Or would the need to drive far fewer pixels obviate that problem?
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Originally Posted by kotatsu
Despite the need to apparently sharpen fingers to use smaller tablets, I think this is a sensible thing to do. Sometimes you have to admit you're wrong, and although Apple will never say that directly, they're doing it indirectly by finally releasing a smaller, more portable tablet. As long as they don't cheap out on the GPU (an A5x please) then I'll buy one.
I'm just surprised they didn't wait longer. They already have over 70% of the market even after 3 years. Why not milk the previous models more like the iPhone?
Why? because you can't subsidize iPads and if they carried 2 generations prior they would have to lower the unit price to of the 2nd gen to $299. There...I answered it myself.
Still, I think a mini iPad is just gravy. They really don't need to do it at all. if you read the other thread about the iPad mini today, you'll see that just about everyone that is in favor of the iPad mini, also mentions a very welcomed lower price-point. So you can clearly see why everyone wants the iPad mini...cheaper. Its very very distant 2nd choice is portability. everyone wants a cheaper iPad. I think if they lowered the current model to $299 starting price after releasing the 4th gen iPad, you'd see a lot fewer people wanting an iPad mini.
This is my perverted future prediction...
They release the iPad mini 4 weeks before black-friday 2012. It's the most successful launch and best selling apple device since the iPhone...iPad 10" get's cannibalized 50%-75%. A year or two later, people don't buy the iPad 10" for reasons that the price and size is too close to the Macbook Air 11". 10" iPad is reduced to status as "niche device". People like me become very sad.
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Originally Posted by AaronJ
Here's another question that is also probably stupid. So bear with me.
Could they put an A5x in an iPad mini? The battery is going to have to be significantly smaller, so what would the effect be on the battery life? Or would the need to drive far fewer pixels obviate that problem?
The A5x is currently a rather large chip, but they can make it much smaller and more power efficient by shrinking it to 32nm. (the current A5x is 45nm) They have to do this anyway to get the A5x into the iPhone 5, so there'd be no reason not to put it into the iPad mini, unless they're desperate to bring their costs down. I think for reasons of competition they should resist the urge to cut corners though, as the Nexus 7 has a Tegra 3, which is similar in performance, or perhaps slightly quicker, than the A5x.
The A5 and the A5x are soon to be replaced though, as the next gen stuff is very close now and should bring a huge performance boost. Expect the A6 to be comprised of a Cortex A15 and a Power VR Rogue. The latter is apparently to deliver X360/PS3 level performance.
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Originally Posted by kotatsu
The A5x is currently a rather large chip, but they can make it much smaller and more power efficient by shrinking it to 32nm. (the current A5x is 45nm) They have to do this anyway to get the A5x into the iPhone 5, so there'd be no reason not to put it into the iPad mini, unless they're desperate to bring their costs down. I think for reasons of competition they should resist the urge to cut corners though, as the Nexus 7 has a Tegra 3, which is similar in performance, or perhaps slightly quicker, than the A5x.
The A5 and the A5x are soon to be replaced though, as the next gen stuff is very close now and should bring a huge performance boost. Expect the A6 to be comprised of a Cortex A15 and a Power VR Rogue. The latter is apparently to deliver X360/PS3 level performance.
Thank you very much.
This is why I love this site: I get to learn things. I appreciate it.
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Originally Posted by addabox
I like iPad Air. The idea being (analogous to the MacBook Air) that you give up some screen real estate, resolution and battery life to get a much thinner and lighter device.
By the way, doesn't seem like the confidence level on this one is unusually high? I know rumors always fly fast and thick, and frequently don't pan out, but some pretty well sourced Apple pundits have all but said they know things for sure. John Paczkowski just flat out says "confirmed" and "it's going to happen", which he never does unless it's a done deal. My impression is that in this case Cook's Apple is willing to do some anonymous background stuff in order to throttle sales of the Nexus 7.
It definitely worked. I had a Nexxus in hand ready to purchase and held off because of Apple's Mini coming up and Id rather have it before the phone or Nexxus.
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Originally Posted by boredumb
Not to be argumentative, but I just don't see people staggering around under the oppressive weight of their iPads.
I think the current design is light enough for comfortable one-handed use, and will, itself, only get lighter.
So, inconvenient heft isn't the reason for a smaller iPad, I don't think...if it were, wouldn't nearly all the people who opt for other tablets opt for the smaller sizes?
Come to think of it, I'm not sure what the reason is, unless it was simply to crush the Kindle-sized market, and dominate that slightly lower price range.
Or, maybe, there really won't be one, after all.
Apple is probably finding people use iPads for surfing and reading books. For many a smaller version is better for them. My concern is size. 7" is way better for my needs. Price is not the issue for me at all or even a consideration here. A lower price is icing on the cake. Apple should let consumers decide what size is best for their needs.
I can't wait for Apple to put these in their new generation of products.
These dual-core models can then be replaced later by the quad-core model below:
Remember when SJ used to say in Stevenotes that something was so fast that it "screamed"? He wasn't kidding.
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Originally Posted by Woodlink
IF this device comes to fruition, it will be, hands down, THE item on every kids holiday list.
You hear that sound?
That's the sound of Nintendo and Sony shutting the doors on their handheld divisions.
BOOM goes the dynamite!
I agree totally with this being a great item for children, just as the iPad is a great item for children as well. This might be more in the "children" category due to portability and price. That being said, this device will not be solely for children. It will be used by adults just as much as children, in my opinion.
iPhone, iPod touch, iPad mini, iPad, MacBook Air, Macbook Pro. Ummmm... should the "competition" be worried? Ummm... Yes! What a hell of a line up! Of course, the competition was already worried but at least had a bit of an opening to make a few 7 to 8" tablets. Now, where the heck are they going to go?
Shakes head. Apple is on an unprecedented role even if this rumour doesn't pan out, but if it does, the roll just keeps getting bigger!
And yep, I hear that sound! :-)