Here's hoping they offer self book publishing, like how anyone can upload an app to the app store, and it's fairly easy to put a CD on the itunes store.
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Book Publishers Offer Details on Apple's Tablet Plans?
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"- Apple's tablet will not be priced "anywhere near" the $1,000 mark that some have floated as a possible price point."
So...... less? or more than that?
Funny how it appears that it could go either way.
I'm banking on below $1000. Unlike traditional Macs, these will be subsidized. Not by the 3G coverage, but by the fact that Apple knows they will generate a ton of revenue on the Apps for years to come. The infrastructure is built and tested. Now, it's all about delivery of those apps. And everyone is profit.
Having devices out there that are revenue generators even after the sale is completed is a huge boon to the bottom line. It also fills the holes during slower hardware sales times and takes some volatility out of Apple revenues.
If true ....
That's the lowest price estimate I've seen, yet, for the tablet.
But I could definitely see that as a possible "subsidized price" if you commit to a 2 year data plan for it with Verizon or AT&T. (A Motorola Droid phone's retail price is $599 before any contract, for example - yet you can buy it for $199 with a 2 year contract.)
That's the lowest price estimate I've seen, yet, for the tablet.
But I could definitely see that as a possible "subsidized price" if you commit to a 2 year data plan for it with Verizon or AT&T. (A Motorola Droid phone's retail price is $599 before any contract, for example - yet you can buy it for $199 with a 2 year contract.)
Does this give any insight to the actual "what the hell is this" question. Is the Apple Tablet a fancy E-Reader?
You're hoping for that?
Right now USD500 = £308 or 353
Why would you wish it to be = £500 or 500?
Makes no sense.
+1 I really enjoyed having my Kindle until the required reading for my classes changed. Not the Kindle's fault but it would be nice to have a iPod touch/ebook reader where I can get my text books in a larger screen size.
Oh ya, no problem, a 10" touch screen computer for only $300. Sorry for the sarcasm, but seriously, maybe subsidized. $500 would be a good price point for the general idea of what it will have for features. Honestly, would be ok with costing more, with the rumored features.
"not be priced "anywhere near" the $1,000 mark "
Does that mean $500 or $1500??
I heard from a friend in the apple channels that it will be $500 unsubsidized.
I sure hope that this tablet isn't going to be just an ebook reader. Yes, that would be a great idea, and I'd most definitely use it, but I'm also hoping for a brand new iPhone-type device with apps, games, etc - Especially if they've been working on this for such a long time.
"not be priced "anywhere near" the $1,000 mark "
Does that mean $500 or $1500??
haha... My thoughts exactly...
But it will surely be on the lower side, dont worry... 700-800$ is my guess.
So, it does not look like this will replace my MacBook. I'm I going to be expected to carry around a MacBook, an iPhone and an iSlate wherever I go?
Certainly sounds like it, doesn't it?
Not sure what to make of it. Hopefully all will be revealed on Wednesday. Just to end these rumours!
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I reckon £499 in the uk.
Anymore I may miss out on this fantastic tablet.
This year it's either the tablet or the new iPhone and seen I have the 3gs I'd prefer the tablet. I'm sure there's loads of us thinking the same.
I reckon £499 in the uk.
Anymore I may miss out on this fantastic tablet.
This year it's either the tablet or the new iPhone and seen I have the 3gs I'd prefer the tablet. I'm sure there's loads of us thinking the same.
People, we need to settle on a price point or two...
Steve is waiting to finish that one last slide in his Apple's Keynote software for his presentation on Wednesday!...
10 screen
more memory/storage
faster CPU
iWork
iLife
keyboard mouse options
Worth $599 to me
The app store's ability to potentially help subsidize the device may be the killer feature. If this thing packs big tech for $500 then no other company will be able to touch it.
I also hope it comes with a rubberized back for added durability and a slip free surface when placed on a table top or airplane tray.
I also hope it comes with a rubberized back for added durability and a slip free surface when placed on a table top or airplane tray.
You're hoping for that?
Right now USD500 = £308 or 353
Why would you wish it to be = £500 or 500?
Makes no sense.
In my country $500 = 500 for
products most of the times, so if it's $500 for the tablet that works for me.. if it's 353 even better