[iPad] iPad 4G has practically replaced my MacBook!

KiranB · Dec 5, 2012, 08:03 AM

Got my ipad 4 LTE two weeks ago, and since that day I haven't even used by MacBook it has been well and truly neglected ... The ipad is amazing and does everything plus more .. Are any of you finding that you use your ipad more than your laptop or desktop?

Beeplance · Dec 5, 2012, 08:07 AM

Congratulations.

What about typing and editing word docs and powerpoint slides?

yinz · Dec 5, 2012, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Beeplance

Congratulations.

What about typing and editing word docs and powerpoint slides?

Some people just don't use computers for that stuff..

ZBoater · Dec 5, 2012, 08:13 AM

I do. I only use my MBA when I need to do something the iPad can't do, like rip a DVD, run Quicken for Windows, update the firmware on one of my gadgets, etc. But 90% of my usage is all iPad, including minor edits to my websites (with Gusto), email, browsing, light gaming, watching all 7 seasons of Star Trek Voyager through Amazon instant video, and much more.

dinggus · Dec 5, 2012, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Beeplance

Congratulations.

What about typing and editing word docs and powerpoint slides?

CloudOn Iran awesome program to use when typing or editing Word documents.

KiranB · Dec 5, 2012, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Beeplance

Congratulations.

What about typing and editing word docs and powerpoint slides?

I got an app called documents it was a free app .. It does word docs and spreadsheets which is all I pretty much use.. However there is the iWorks package which may be useful for you? ... I used to use my macbook to stream Alot of tv shows however I now use the puffin browser on the ipad to watch these flash videos!

wrkactjob · Dec 5, 2012, 08:30 AM

How do you download torrent files?

GraphicsGeek · Dec 5, 2012, 09:48 AM

I immediately sold my 17" MacBook Pro when I got an iPad and replaced it with an iMac. The only reason I have a regular computer is because I am a freelance graphic designer. So my iMac handles all of the heavy work while my iPad mini is for everything else.

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Originally Posted by wrkactjob

How do you download torrent files?

I dload torrents from my iPad using uTorrent on my iMac. I set it up to watch a specific DropBox folder for .torrent files. On my iPad when I download a torrent I save it to that DropBox folder and uTorrent on my iMac sees it in that folder and begins downloading it.

SnowLeopard OSX · Dec 5, 2012, 11:25 AM

iPad is great, but when it comes to the use of really heavy applications, computer programs, and games - laptops and desktops are irreplaceable. I also prefer typing long documents on my laptop and even more so on my desktop - although, I don't have an attachable keyboard for my iPad.

MacIke · Dec 5, 2012, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Beeplance

Congratulations.

What about typing and editing word docs and powerpoint slides?

I have stopped (for the most part) using my Mac Book Pro for the most part in favor of my iPad 1.

I use my computer for DVD conversions, making keynotes, and holding music, apps, movies, and TV shows for my iPad and iPhone. I do the majority of my writing on my iPad with a keyboard.

Keynotes (powerpoints) are the real problem.

h1r0ll3r · Dec 5, 2012, 01:43 PM

Since getting my iPad, I do find myself using my MBP significantly less than before. My MBP is essentially my portable desktop which houses all my files. I do my work on my MBP as well as any photo editing and such on it. For the casual web browsing/gaming/screwing around, iPad has taken pole position in that aspect. I'm starting to use my iPad more for entertainment purposes like watching Hulu, NBC app, YouTube etc which has become quite addicting to say the least. Now that I have an iPad, don't think I'll be without one in the future. This thing is just way too useful/fun to pass up

token787 · Dec 5, 2012, 05:33 PM

I bought my Ipad 4 in November and have not once used my MacBook Pro. I will take my IPad everywhere with me before I take my purse.

roflol

silver8ack · Dec 5, 2012, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Beeplance

Congratulations.

What about typing and editing word docs and powerpoint slides?

What about a keyboard?

trvsglr · Dec 5, 2012, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by KiranB

Got my ipad 4 LTE two weeks ago, and since that day I haven't even used by MacBook it has been well and truly neglected ... The ipad is amazing and does everything plus more .. Are any of you finding that you use your ipad more than your laptop or desktop?

When I bought my first iPad I used it so much, I got rid of my laptop. I still have my desktop, I pretty much just use that for back ups of my IOS devices.

Zwhaler · Dec 5, 2012, 10:59 PM

Cool, OP. Galaxy Note 2 replaced my iPad O.o

racoonboy · Dec 5, 2012, 11:02 PM

I still use my laptop for downloading movies via utorrents. But thats all it is for.

Other tasks, i use Ipad. Wouldn't call it a replacement because i still prefer using optic mouse for navigating browser.

Ipad 65/ Laptop 35

nightlong · Dec 6, 2012, 01:15 AM

I bought MBA instead of rMBP and instead of waiting for new iMac because the iPad2 had reduced use of computers to roughly half the time.

Now have ipad4, love it, the screen and everything else, use it for everything it can do, computers for the rest.

djransom · Dec 6, 2012, 11:38 AM

I only use my MB to DJ with and update my apps. Besides that, it's iPad for everything else. I'm actually ordering an iPad 4 LTE next week.

Fruit Cake · Dec 6, 2012, 03:07 PM

My galaxy note 2 replaced my iPhone 4S/5 and my N7, iPad 4 replaced my ipad3, and the mini... Well I just can't get used to the screen ><

jomirrivera · Dec 6, 2012, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by GraphicsGeek

I immediately sold my 17" MacBook Pro when I got an iPad and replaced it with an iMac. The only reason I have a regular computer is because I am a freelance graphic designer. So my iMac handles all of the heavy work while my iPad mini is for everything else.

I dload torrents from my iPad using uTorrent on my iMac. I set it up to watch a specific DropBox folder for .torrent files. On my iPad when I download a torrent I save it to that DropBox folder and uTorrent on my iMac sees it in that folder and begins downloading it.

I want to do this, how do I setup uTorrent to do that?

Ayemerica · Dec 6, 2012, 05:18 PM

In combination of Dropbox and Google Drive i can do all my papers and assignments on my iPad with a Bluetooth keyboard and my iPad tilted up with the smart cover.

I also record all lectures encase i missed any key things. All my classes also have PDF/ powerpoints that can be downloaded off their servers.

GraphicsGeek · Dec 7, 2012, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by jomirrivera

I want to do this, how do I setup uTorrent to do that?

Look in the preferences for uTorrent. I'm not on my home computer or else I'd screen cap it for you. When you find it, set the watch folder for a folder in your DropBox (must have a DropBox account).

mofunk · Dec 8, 2012, 12:42 AM

While I had my Macbook Pro in for repairs, I was using my Powerbook G4 and iPad. Although the iPad was faster than my PB, I wished I had my MBP. The PB was slow when viewing videos online. The iPad battery life sucks. For some reason I'm getting 5hrs. Then, you can't charge while using. On a MacBook you can. Uploading movies or videos can't on iPad. I mean you can, but if you have large files, you might as well get a Macbook.

Quick surfing was okay on the iPad... but for long use and for researching or editing I prefer Macbook. Also, youtube on an iPad sucks.

Medic311 · Dec 8, 2012, 01:19 AM

my iPad 3, 64GB LTE w/ iOS 5.1.1 and jailbreak + Kensington BT Keyboard Case + Microsoft 5000 BT Mouse has replaced my laptop for nearly everything outside of the house

Tulani · Dec 8, 2012, 01:29 AM

iPad most convenient when lying in bed

Dec 5, 2012, 08:03 AM	#1
KiranB macrumors member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Birmingham UK	iPad 4G has practically replaced my MacBook! Got my ipad 4 LTE two weeks ago, and since that day I haven't even used by MacBook it has been well and truly neglected ... The ipad is amazing and does everything plus more .. Are any of you finding that you use your ipad more than your laptop or desktop?
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Dec 5, 2012, 08:07 AM	#2
Beeplance macrumors 65816 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Singapore	Congratulations. What about typing and editing word docs and powerpoint slides? __________________ -iPhone 3GS white 16GB iOS 6.1.3 -iPhone 3GS black 16GB iOS 6.1.3 -iPod Touch 4G white 32GB iOS 6.1
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Dec 5, 2012, 08:13 AM	#4
ZBoater macrumors 601 Join Date: Jul 2007	I do. I only use my MBA when I need to do something the iPad can't do, like rip a DVD, run Quicken for Windows, update the firmware on one of my gadgets, etc. But 90% of my usage is all iPad, including minor edits to my websites (with Gusto), email, browsing, light gaming, watching all 7 seasons of Star Trek Voyager through Amazon instant video, and much more. __________________ iPhone 5 \| iPad Mini \| Nexus 7 \| MacBook Air 13" 2011 \| Thunderbolt Display \| Apple TV \| Time Capsule
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Dec 5, 2012, 08:30 AM	#7
wrkactjob Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: England.	How do you download torrent files? __________________ iP5 + iPm4G.
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Dec 5, 2012, 11:25 AM	#9
SnowLeopard OSX macrumors 6502a Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Southern California	iPad is great, but when it comes to the use of really heavy applications, computer programs, and games - laptops and desktops are irreplaceable. I also prefer typing long documents on my laptop and even more so on my desktop - although, I don't have an attachable keyboard for my iPad. __________________ iPad 4th gen Black/ 32GB/ iOS 6.1.3 iMac G4 1.0 GHz/ 1.25 GHz PPCG4 (7445) iPod \|Classic Black/ 80GB\|U2 edition 20GB iPhone \|4S White/16GB/ iOS 6.1.3\|3G White/16GB iOS 4.2.1
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Dec 5, 2012, 01:43 PM	#11
h1r0ll3r macrumors 68040 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Maryland	Since getting my iPad, I do find myself using my MBP significantly less than before. My MBP is essentially my portable desktop which houses all my files. I do my work on my MBP as well as any photo editing and such on it. For the casual web browsing/gaming/screwing around, iPad has taken pole position in that aspect. I'm starting to use my iPad more for entertainment purposes like watching Hulu, NBC app, YouTube etc which has become quite addicting to say the least. Now that I have an iPad, don't think I'll be without one in the future. This thing is just way too useful/fun to pass up __________________ 15" MBP iPad (3rd Gen) iPod Nano (6th Gen) & 160GB Classic ATV Galaxy Note 2
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Dec 5, 2012, 05:33 PM	#12
token787 macrumors regular Join Date: Jun 2012	I bought my Ipad 4 in November and have not once used my MacBook Pro. I will take my IPad everywhere with me before I take my purse. roflol
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Dec 5, 2012, 10:59 PM	#15
Zwhaler macrumors 601 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Final Cut Pro	Cool, OP. Galaxy Note 2 replaced my iPad O.o __________________ Mac Pro + Galaxy Note 2 Check Out My YouTube Channel~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Dec 5, 2012, 11:02 PM	#16
racoonboy macrumors 6502a Join Date: Oct 2012	I still use my laptop for downloading movies via utorrents. But thats all it is for. Other tasks, i use Ipad. Wouldn't call it a replacement because i still prefer using optic mouse for navigating browser. Ipad 65/ Laptop 35
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Dec 6, 2012, 01:15 AM	#17
nightlong macrumors 6502 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Australia	I bought MBA instead of rMBP and instead of waiting for new iMac because the iPad2 had reduced use of computers to roughly half the time. Now have ipad4, love it, the screen and everything else, use it for everything it can do, computers for the rest. __________________ 2012 AIR 13/8/256, 2007 iMac 4GB, iPad2 white 64/3G, iPod classic. iPhone5 white 32.iPad4 white 64/LTE.
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Dec 6, 2012, 11:38 AM	#18
djransom macrumors 68040 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Chi-Town	I only use my MB to DJ with and update my apps. Besides that, it's iPad for everything else. I'm actually ordering an iPad 4 LTE next week. __________________ Live and love life
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Dec 6, 2012, 03:07 PM	#19
Fruit Cake macrumors 6502a Join Date: Mar 2012	My galaxy note 2 replaced my iPhone 4S/5 and my N7, iPad 4 replaced my ipad3, and the mini... Well I just can't get used to the screen ><
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Dec 6, 2012, 05:18 PM	#21
Ayemerica macrumors 6502a Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Philadelphia	In combination of Dropbox and Google Drive i can do all my papers and assignments on my iPad with a Bluetooth keyboard and my iPad tilted up with the smart cover. I also record all lectures encase i missed any key things. All my classes also have PDF/ powerpoints that can be downloaded off their servers.
	0

Dec 8, 2012, 12:42 AM	#23
mofunk macrumors 6502a Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Americas	While I had my Macbook Pro in for repairs, I was using my Powerbook G4 and iPad. Although the iPad was faster than my PB, I wished I had my MBP. The PB was slow when viewing videos online. The iPad battery life sucks. For some reason I'm getting 5hrs. Then, you can't charge while using. On a MacBook you can. Uploading movies or videos can't on iPad. I mean you can, but if you have large files, you might as well get a Macbook. Quick surfing was okay on the iPad... but for long use and for researching or editing I prefer Macbook. Also, youtube on an iPad sucks. __________________ MBP 2.53 GHz Unibody 2008 \| PB G4 1.25GHz Alum \| G4 Quicksilver 733Mhz \| iPod Touch 4G \| iPod Video 30GB
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Dec 8, 2012, 01:19 AM	#24
Medic311 macrumors 65816 Join Date: Jul 2011	my iPad 3, 64GB LTE w/ iOS 5.1.1 and jailbreak + Kensington BT Keyboard Case + Microsoft 5000 BT Mouse has replaced my laptop for nearly everything outside of the house
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Dec 8, 2012, 01:29 AM	#25
Tulani macrumors regular Join Date: Dec 2012	iPad most convenient when lying in bed
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