Apple Issues Invitations for March 2nd Media Event to Introduce Next-Generation iPad

[Popeye206]

Its quite possible given the capability of mobile GPU's. Also, its possible to offer the higher resolution screen at a higher price. This is the SAME thing that Apple has been doing for years. Remember the 17 MacBook Pro one came with a standard res and higher res screen at a higher price point? How about today, the 15 MacBook Pro comes in a standard resolution screen and a more expensive higher resolution screen.

Only those ignorant of Apples offering in the past would not see the possibility for offering two screen resolutions.

Although I don't think they will... you are right... they could offer an upgrade to a retina display? But from what I read, they just aren't making them that big now.

If they did... that would be cool... I could see some people willing to pay more for a kick butt screen.

 

[Austin00]

Someone prove me wrong, but apple would be stupid to only announce the iPad2 at this event and restrict you from buying it for more than a day or two.

If it truly is to replace the 1st gen iPad, then anyone waiting for an iPad2 will have one in their hands by friday next week!

 

[0815]

Hope the pre-order starts the same day with shipping a couple of days later.

I can't imagine shipping it much later - they don't want to kill iPad1 sales.

 

[osx11]

Cue the "This is relevant to my interests" LOLcat. My wife has mentioned getting an iPad a couple of times recently; I may mention this development to her. Depending on release date, we may get iPad 2 when it first comes out for taking along on an upcoming vacation. Otherwise, I'd have to lug my MBP along, and I'm not exactly comfortable with leaving that in a hotel room.

And you're comfortable leaving a new iPad in your hotel room?

I'd rather leave my MBP if I had too.

 

[dpierre]

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I'm just hoping this event offers a preview of iOS 5 w/ a revamped push notification system. The current notification system is terrible.

 

[BruiserB]

2011 must be the year of Thunderbolt? It's the one feature that could cross all product lines. Would the new iPad sync via Thunderbolt? Would/could Thunderbolt replace the dock connector? Can you charge via Thunderbolt?

 

[MikeDTyke]

Yes, it will be a boring keynote: no Steve and no 2x res bump.

It's sad that the technologies exist but Apple isn't interested in using them, for the moment, just because of marketing... 2 months ago it was given for sure by reliable sources the 2x resolution screen. Also, what if Apple is sticking with a better A4 and no going A5 since the display doesn't need much power?

This is my killer feature, I'm not buying this year.

If you take these rumours as fact, you'll never be happy.

Apple will always try and give you the highest spec they can within the limitations of their suppliers pipeline and cost. If you think they're just not interested because of marketing, well, you're a fool.

 

[Austin00]

2011 must be the year of Thunderbolt? It's the one feature that could cross all product lines. Would the new iPad sync via Thunderbolt? Would/could Thunderbolt replace the dock connector? Can you charge via Thunderbolt?

No, because anyone with a current mac will be stuck

 

[sniffies]

I bet:

Announcement: March 2nd
Availability: June

 

[troop231]

Think Different.

You mean Spell Differ-iNtly lol

 

[World Citizen]

Lion?

Still nobody thinking Lion?

 

[arkitect]

I bet:

Announcement: March 2nd
Availability: June

In all probability that would be close to financial suicide.

For three months — a yearly quarter — there would be almost no iPad sales.

Now that makes little sense.

 

[bassanoclapper]

Still nobody thinking Lion?

Maybe a beta version to Devs as a 'one more thing' item

 

[henrystar]

So, a fairly obvious hint that this is the new iPad in the picture. And we also notice the only icon that is visible is the Maps icon. Something new with maps? Apple rolling out their own service?

My goodness, one of us is THINKING....great thoughts! Ain't it exciting?

 

[3N16MA]

Can't wait for 50% of the MR userbase to bitch and moan about this release while the other half defends it. Good times.

 

[BruiserB]

No, because anyone with a current mac will be stuck

Well could they offer both now with an eventual migration to just one connector? Depends on how quickly other manufacturers adopt the new connector.

 

[NebulaClash]

Yeah right........

Apple sells millions of these things with very small updates because they've brainwashed people like you with marketing campaigns. The iPad 2 will be far inferior to the specs of most othe 2011 tablet releases. This will be a ridiculously minor update.

Tony

Fascinating. You not only know what specs the iPad 2 will have in advance, but you also know my motivations more than I do.

Classic troll behavior.

 

[EscobarFilms]

it was about time.. **** finally we are all going to see whats inside the ipad 2

 

[ComicJ27]

While obviously the spec are going to be the highlight, I'm surprised nobody is pumped about the apps that are probably coming with it. I wouldn't be surprised of 'Office' for iPad or some other new apps are introduced. Aside from Apple making upgrades, I'm sure everyone has been working this past year on apps for the ipad.

 

[oHai]

I can't see there being much of a lag between announcement and release, like has been said. Apple fans know a new iPad is around the corner, and after an event all the "normal" news outlets will be reporting on it and the general public will know to hold off if they were thinking about buying an iPad.

First-gen was different, since they had nothing they were replacing - the delay was fine.

I say this optimistically, of course, since I think I'll get one...

 

[bassanoclapper]

Well could they offer both now with an eventual migration to just one connector? Depends on how quickly other manufacturers adopt the new connector.

Will it use a Micro USB connector/adaptor to bring it into line with EU regs and presumably, the iPhone 5?

 

[Phooto]

It will be the year of disappointment if they don't deliver the 2X resolution screen.

SXGA would be almost twice the resolution, that would be impressive. (1600 x 1200).

 

[petvas]

I hope we will be able to preorder on the same day

I would bet that the iPad 2 will be in April/May available. I would love though to see immediate availability of all models.

 

[anthonymoody]

You know through all the rumors, the longer I use my ipad as my primary computer (see my signature...) the lower my bar comes to upgrade to the iPad 2.

The most compelling want/need I have, for my use case, is a beefier CPU and/or more RAM ala the iPhone 4.

A nicer screen would be nice (even without more pixels), as would a front facing camera.

But power is where it's at for me in terms of hardware. My next biggest want is software related: a file system or app thats well integrated and plays well in the cloud. iDisk is meh, and my Goodreader/WebDAV workaround is fine for now, but not forever. My fingers are crossed for some mention of iOS 5 capabilities! That, and the ability to carry over my grandfathered unlimited data plan...

 

[ChazUK]

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Looking forward to this one. (marks calendar)