You think the 4 was a worthy update to the 3? All you got was a slightly faster processor and a lightning port. To me that was a refresh.
First, a substantially better processor- over twice as fast.
If you've owned them both- which you haven't- the difference is huge. That's like saying the new haswell airs aren't a worthy update because all they changed was the processor and used a different form of flash.
"By contrast, current iPads feature an opaque black plastic insert that acts as a window for radio signals."
?Even the white ones? This seems unlikely to be an illuminated logo, its just them going for the plastic insert instead of the engraved logo so as to improve the wi-fi.
Ah, yes! Thank you. I knew there was something else.
First, a substantially better processor- over twice as fast.
Bingo. The only reason I can imagine he's not calling the update "worthy" is due to a belief that the update (to the processor, specifically the GPU to drive the screen) was "necessary". And while the performance of the iPad 3 compared to the 4 may strongly suggest the update being necessary, that does not make it unworthy.
I like seeing the new proportion (narrowed bevel) in context with an actual Mini and previous generation iPad.
However there's a part of me thinking this is something built from the backplate of a MacBook (thus the translucent logo), stamped into what the expected iPad shape would look like. I'm not convinced that it's a real prototype. Not yet%u2026...
I'm all for dropping the side bevels though (ala the Mini design), and reducing the overall bulk and weight if it also means keeping the same (or better) battery life and retina display. Hopefully it can approach Mini-like thickness too?
I'm already about to buy a current Mini. I don't need retina for what I'll be using it for. But the rumors are pretty exciting for the next iPad and Mini. I'll no doubt be in the market for those too when they arrive. Good times!
I'm in that need all three: a laptop; iPad; and an iPhone by October... decisions, decisions.
I'm in exactly the same boat.
I'm inclined to just go ahead and drop for current models of the MacBook Air, WiFi iPad Mini, and an iPhone 5.
I figure if the new models are really over-the-top better, I can always resell any of those for pretty close to cost, but would have them to use in the meantime.
I'm not buying anything until the end of the month. Maybe more 'leaks' will come along to better inform my decision … )
In your case, "by October"? You couldn't ask for better timing then. If I were you I'd hold out until the September announcements come!
I have to laugh at some of you about upgrading from the 3 or the 4. I am upgrading from the original iPad
Only costs me about $100 to upgrade after I sell the other on Craigslist. I upgrade every cycle for iDevices. Id rather spend $100 a year than $400 every 4.
Apple launch events are not the same without Steve... I truly miss his charisma and his "one more thing(s)..." But I confess that I am really excited about what Apple may have in-store for us this Fall.
How could that possibly work? The battery is in the way.
Electroluminescent film
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Originally Posted by Andysol
If you've owned them both- which you haven't- the difference is huge.
Well, aren't you the king of wrong. I have owned them both and to be honest, I haven't noticed the difference in speed. None of the things I use the iPad3 for lag at all and the iPad4 is for work.
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How could that possibly work? The battery is in the way.
Good point. I didn't even think of that.
Give me a break, I'm only on my first vodka of the day.
I like the translucent logo. If Apple can get it to light up, it would be a cool feature to set the iPad apart from the generic competition.
I'm curious if Apple will add the "slate" look to the iPad or if they will keep the classic aluminum look?
And LTE. And dual band wifi.
First, a substantially better processor- over twice as fast.
If you've owned them both- which you haven't- the difference is huge. That's like saying the new haswell airs aren't a worthy update because all they changed was the processor and used a different form of flash.
Get outta here...
"By contrast, current iPads feature an opaque black plastic insert that acts as a window for radio signals."
?Even the white ones? This seems unlikely to be an illuminated logo, its just them going for the plastic insert instead of the engraved logo so as to improve the wi-fi.
Ah, yes! Thank you. I knew there was something else.
Bingo. The only reason I can imagine he's not calling the update "worthy" is due to a belief that the update (to the processor, specifically the GPU to drive the screen) was "necessary". And while the performance of the iPad 3 compared to the 4 may strongly suggest the update being necessary, that does not make it unworthy.
There's more than one way to solve a problem..
However there's a part of me thinking this is something built from the backplate of a MacBook (thus the translucent logo), stamped into what the expected iPad shape would look like. I'm not convinced that it's a real prototype. Not yet%u2026...
I'm all for dropping the side bevels though (ala the Mini design), and reducing the overall bulk and weight if it also means keeping the same (or better) battery life and retina display. Hopefully it can approach Mini-like thickness too?
I'm already about to buy a current Mini. I don't need retina for what I'll be using it for. But the rumors are pretty exciting for the next iPad and Mini. I'll no doubt be in the market for those too when they arrive. Good times!
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I'm in that need all three: a laptop; iPad; and an iPhone by October... decisions, decisions.
I'm in exactly the same boat.
I'm inclined to just go ahead and drop for current models of the MacBook Air, WiFi iPad Mini, and an iPhone 5.
I figure if the new models are really over-the-top better, I can always resell any of those for pretty close to cost, but would have them to use in the meantime.
I'm not buying anything until the end of the month. Maybe more 'leaks' will come along to better inform my decision …
In your case, "by October"? You couldn't ask for better timing then. If I were you I'd hold out until the September announcements come!
Mine came with 128 GB of storage. 64GB was feeling a bit cramped. Didn't they up the front and rear camera as well?
Only costs me about $100 to upgrade after I sell the other on Craigslist. I upgrade every cycle for iDevices. Id rather spend $100 a year than $400 every 4.
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Originally Posted by Tallest Skil
How could that possibly work? The battery is in the way.
Electroluminescent film
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Originally Posted by Andysol
If you've owned them both- which you haven't- the difference is huge.
Well, aren't you the king of wrong. I have owned them both and to be honest, I haven't noticed the difference in speed. None of the things I use the iPad3 for lag at all and the iPad4 is for work.
The iPad 3 isn't slow at all.
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The iPad 3 isn't slow at all.
Indeed. I love my iPad 3.