Is The iPad 2 Worth Upgrading To?

By Babette Albin


For most of us, it is unimaginable to escape the fact that the iPad 2 is now available. There is constantly a great deal of ballyhoo when it comes to Apple products. Is this due to Apple's product line being great or simply racket from their hardcore fan base? I would propose it could be one or the other, talking as a neutral in this. One year separates the launching dates of the iPad and now the iPad 2. The question that enters virtually all people's minds is 'is it worth getting the new iPad?', and that is the question I will attempt to resolve in this mini-review.

One of the best features is the ability to download ipad movies. Regarding the physical size, the iPad 2 is a lot smaller in size compared to the first iPad. The screen size continues to be the same at a nice 9.7 inches; nevertheless, the thickness of iPad 2 has been reduced by one third of the original size, which of course is a great thing. At 600 grams, the iPad 2 is lighter than the original iPad. Not heavy the least bit. I've held both an iPad and an iPad 2 and I should declare there is an obvious difference in its feel. Any thought you may have that it will not perform as well, as a result the size alterations, could not be more wrong.

The iPad 2 works faster than the initial model. First up, Apple touts that its graphics processor is nine times quicker than the initial iPad. That is a huge improvement, if what they say is accurate. Gaming requirements and the introduction of cameras is why this had to happen. In addition, the switch from an A4 to an A5 chip means that Apple has a quick processor inside. The latest iPad's A5 dual core processor is what makes it quicker than the last model. The speed was a thing I was mindful of when making use of various functions. Loading time is speedier and I could see this when using the web and video functions on both iPads.

Now, onto the new addition of the cameras; not simply one, but two cameras are on the iPad 2. You will find the cameras fixed at both the back of the device and the front. The original iPad had no cameras the least bit, so this is a big feature if you're bothered about having a camera on your device. One camera snaps 720p HD and the other isn't as great. FaceTime and PhotoBooth are a couple of new additions to the iPad which give you the ability to make video calls and snap fascinating pics, respectively. The front camera places you face-to-face when video calling using FaceTime whereas the iPad's back camera shows your surroundings.

In sum, I would personally advise changing over from the original iPad to the iPad 2 if you have the money, however if you're not interested in slightly faster loading times then don't bother. The new features are not out of this world, although you do now have cameras and in general the enhancements are great.




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