Because the iPad hasn't had the "S" sub upgrades every other year. I suppose the current 4th Gen is the first one that could really be called the iPad 3S as it was a relatively minor tweak going to new dock connector and speedier processor, with everything else (size, screen, weight, basic design) being relatively the same. But it came on more a 6 month refresh cycle rather than the full year that has gone between iPhone upgrades.
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Size Comparison of iPad 4, iPad Mini, iPhone 5 and Upcoming iPad 5
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Because the iPad hasn't had the "S" sub upgrades every other year. I suppose the current 4th Gen is the first one that could really be called the iPad 3S as it was a relatively minor tweak going to new dock connector and speedier processor, with everything else (size, screen, weight, basic design) being relatively the same. But it came on more a 6 month refresh cycle rather than the full year that has gone between iPhone upgrades.
Believe me ... I'm with you in saying that I'd rather get an iPad Mini than an iPad if they have the same exact resolution. But, a larger screen makes things bigger on screen, even though you might not see more. So it does mean something, at the very least.
But to add to my example, there are 13" and 15" laptops that have 1080p screens. Both sell, regardless.
I wonder if anyone's been able to hack it in there, or is working on it.
A boot camp iPad would rock. Hard.
As far as hardware goes, I feel Apple is always steps ahead everyone else.
I don't know how long do they normally work on a new OS and how long before releasing it they start! I would guess that some sort of work for iOS 7 would have started before Eve took over. Maybe we will see Eves influence on iOS this year. Either way, i don't think they can afford another disappointment.
The iPhone 5 isn't a big phone.
Nor would it be if Apple simply increased the width a mere 8mm to allow more room for typing in the landscape mode.
But then again, change is feared by those who believe only Apple knows what's best for them.
.Is a new product category what Apple is supposed to come up with each time? If evolution is so disappointing, stick with the iPad 1, or buy another company's products which you feel are more innovative.
Curious if you feel the same way about cars.
Perhaps, but we don't know if Apple wasn't already planning some UI changes in iOS 7 even before Ive got the software job, and we don't know if some of Ives ideas had already been prototyped and hashed out before he got the job as well.
When the iPad was first released, I absolutely hated it.
Now, it's grown on me.
By the time the iPad 10 is released, I'll probably love it.
By the time the iPad 15 is released, I'll be advocating for the right to marry the damn thing.
For my sake, let's hope Apple doesn't take it that far.
Now, it's grown on me.
By the time the iPad 10 is released, I'll probably love it.
By the time the iPad 15 is released, I'll be advocating for the right to marry the damn thing.
For my sake, let's hope Apple doesn't take it that far.
I was hoping they would go with the thinner bezel for the iPad 5 but a larger screen as well. Instead of 9.7 inch diagonally it could be 10.5 or something.
That's a good point. I think in terms of adding features that would improve the overall user experience to get things done quicker would be ideal. Adding toggle like widgets for disabling and enabling wifi, sync, gps and etc with a slide down bar or something would be handy to have. I also think multitasking between various apps could also be improved upon too.
Yes, because as soon as they release the new ipad, yours will be outdated and virtually useless. If you sell it now, at least you will get something for it. If you wait no one will want an obsolete ipad.
I tried it on a demo and it sucked. But I do give them props for trying to make something totally different
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Is all in the programming. When you create an app you set the sensitive zone for use/play. Smart developers don't pull that area all the way out to avoid such issues.
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In a way it is both. Choosing to make small changes using established and presumably stable tech rather than tossing in something new and untested just to spec whore is a revolutionary way of thinking.
Same here. Not a fan of the ipad4 coming out 6 months after the 3. Hurts the resell value
Or the IGZO display will be a step in keeping the same relative thickness while giving more space for a bigger battery, chipsets to support all forms of cell data in one unit, better camera, more storage, or a combo.
Either/or - still doesn't negate the fact that advancements/innovations are happening, they just aren't as immediately visible to the average consumer and therefore spawn this whole "Apple is stale and doomed" mentality.
I don't like the skinnier look either. I wish they'd keep the thumb area unchanged. iPhone 5 lost in appearance as, as it got thinner.
With properly working software you don't need the bezel. At least not in the sense of a black/white space.
How soon before they eliminate the bezel and do edge-to-edge screen?
I think the finger detection software works pretty good for me. Let's get rid of the bezel, use home button gesture (remove home button), and move camera behind the display. Edge-to-edge display.
Then, can I have an iPad Mini that folds in half and has phone call capabilities? That way I can fit it into my pocket, have a huge screen, and not have to carry my iPhone (two devices) around with me.
I have never met a more perfect device than the iPad Mini (except maybe the Newton, for its time).
I think the finger detection software works pretty good for me. Let's get rid of the bezel, use home button gesture (remove home button), and move camera behind the display. Edge-to-edge display.
Then, can I have an iPad Mini that folds in half and has phone call capabilities? That way I can fit it into my pocket, have a huge screen, and not have to carry my iPhone (two devices) around with me.
I have never met a more perfect device than the iPad Mini (except maybe the Newton, for its time).