Anyone go from iPad 2 back to iPad 1?

[cmvsm]

I've had both. Just because the iPad 1 was heavier, doesn't make it a better build. At least I haven't noticed any. Ipad 1 also still had light bleed and had a lot of wasted space inside according to the iFixit breakdown.

I suppose the price break looks tempting now for an old model, but as soon as apps begin flooding iTunes that take advantage of the new processor, graphics power, and memory, that savings won't look so hot as those new programs begin stuttering and are plagued with choppy playback on older devices. I saw some reviews on Real Racing 2 that's modified for the iPad 2 citing just that.

Developers are probably jumping for joy at the new hardware they can take advantage of, unfortunately, iPad 1 owners will more than likely not get an invitation to the party.

 

[BobbieM629]

On the downside I'm noticing the battery life just isn't as good in the iPad2 as the iPad1. I'm not sure why. If I leave my iPad2 off the charger overnight it loses around 10-15% power by morning. My iPad1 can be left off the charger for 2 days and still show 99% power. Both are loaded with the same apps.

this is my big problem! I totally got better battery life with the iPad 1 then the iPad 2 but needing the 3G and camera warranted an upgrade.

 

[Flake]

got an iPad 2 today and already am considering going for an iPad 1 instead, not just because of backlight bleeding but because it would be cheaper and not very different. I don't care much for the size and weight difference and I don't care about the camera either..just hoping the iPad 1 isn't significantly slower. what do you guys think?

 

[bigstar81]

I recently got the ipad2 and the first ipad. Took back the ipad2 32GB due to backlight bleeding and am content to just go with the ipad1 which was a great deal at $399 for the 32GB. For what I use it for, web browsing, music it meets my needs and I do like the heavier build.

 

[Flake]

I recently got the ipad2 and the first ipad. Took back the ipad2 32GB due to backlight bleeding and am content to just go with the ipad1 which was a great deal at $399 for the 32GB. For what I use it for, web browsing, music it meets my needs and I do like the heavier build.

did you get your iPad 1 somewhere online too?

 

[PBz]

Quick impressions after a day with the 1 (spent almost 2 weeks with the 2 & it was my first iPad).

I ain't gonna lie..I hate it (because I've had so much trouble with the 2) but the 2 is noticeably faster. 2 is, for me, easier to sit & hold without propping on something. The iPad 2(s) I had seemed to have a more white & crisp screen. I only knew the 2 & everything from the web (sitting in exact same spot next to my router), settings, apps, etc..all faster. Dammit.

This is feedback from someone ticked at Apple for me having to ever return the 2. I may change my mind but I may be going back to the 2 pending availability & screen issue resolution.

 

[PBz]

Come on get real...ip2>ip1 overall


The bias from ip1 folks is sickening


Would I love to have a 69 Camaro ? Hell Yes....

Is the 2011 Camaro beter than it in nearly every tangible measure?

Duh

My first car was a fully-restored '67 Camaro SS, bright red. Loved it. Raced the helloutuvit, sold it cause I wanted AC (south GA summers) and got sick of smelling like gas. Do miss it but still prefer my current Lexus to it.

 

[DiamondMac]

Your joking? The iPad 1 is like a heavy book, ipad 2 like a magazine!!

The weight difference may feel huge to you but it was not noticeable to me for the days I held it