APPLE Does it Again By Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger
Technology moves forward with the introduction of the new IPAD 2 by Apple. Apple has been the leader of innovation and has always been at the forefront of unleashing new concepts to the world. Today proved to be no exception. Although Steve Jobs, CEO of the company, is out on medical leave, he proudly participated in the news conference that took place in San Francisco to introduce this new product.
Amazingly, Apple has sold more than 1.5 million of the original IPADS in 2010 which equates to close to $10 billion in sales.
IPAD 2 builds on the success of the first IPAD. This new IPAD is 33% thinner and 15% lighter. It comes in the neutral colors of black and white. The device is even more comfortable to hold and more precise, defined by its display. Some of the new components are two cameras (front and rear facing) for FaceTime allowing video calls between IPhone 4, IPAD 2 and Mac users, HD Video Recording, a dual core A5 chip, 9 times the graphic performance and it will do mirror video so you can see what is on the TV screen and the IPAD at the same time.
New applications will be launched like Photo Booth where you can manipulate the images right on screen, I-Movie and GarageBand. Playing the onscreen guitar will come to life right at the touch of your fingertips.
With all these exciting additions and changes, the battery life still remains at an extended 10 hour timeframe.
For all those owners that take extra special care of their IPADs, Apple is designing its ‘Smart Cover’. This cover uses magnetism to cover the front of the device perfectly like a glove and can be propped up for reading and light typing. A microfiber lining will clean the screen when in use and the IPAD will go to sleep when covered and wake up when uncovered. There will be 10 colors to choose from.
Pricing will remain the same as the current IPAD: $499 for 16 gig WiFi, $599 for 32 gig WiFi and $699 for 64 gig WiFi. The 3G models add a $130 price premium on top of that.
IPAD 2 will work on both the AT&T and Verizon networks and be available for purchase on March 11th.
Once you switch to an Apple device, you will be hooked and understand the widespread popularity. So visit an Apple Store today and see for yourself.
http://www.apple.com.
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