If the iPad had a back camera, would you use it?

[Nishi100]

uhh the price. 50$ more for a camera i'll never use? no thanks

Apple, almost never, increase their product's price. (Unless it's to do with storage e.g £999 for 128gb).

BTW: The iPhone's 4 camera only cost:

$9.75 for the 5 megapixel rear facing camera (with 720p video recording).
$1.00 for the VGA front facing camera.

So, if Apple uses a 3 megapixel rear facing camera than, I assume, that would be $5.00

 

[Adibobea9]

I plan on using my iPad as a sketchbook for ideas, so if I find something that interests me or and idea comes to mind, I want to take a picture of it and go back to my desktop and finalize everything. So yes, I would love a back camera. The reason I have yet to get the iPad is because I felt it should have been there day 1…

 

[SAIRUS]

I think a front facing camera with a few more megapixels will be fine. A back camera might be only put if FaceTime protocols require them, but I wouldn't see a use for them.

Now maybe the ability to sync and use the camera off an iPhone could be an option.

 

[Nishi100]

I've just thought of another use: in university, when the lecturer draws a diagram on the board - instead of "drawing it" on the iPad - you can take a picture of it.

 

[Apple...]

Early conclusion?

While not all users would prefer (or need) a back camera on the iPad... it would be nice. Right?

 

[Tom G.]

Using a back facing camera on the iPad would be like trying to use one of the old wood frame large format cameras as a point and shoot. Very clumsy indeed.

No I don't think it would be necessary or used very much. I use my iPhone and then download the photos to the iPad via the Camera Connection Kit. Or I use the Camera A Camera B app which allows you to use an iPhone to take photos with the iPad. You might want to try that, it works great.

 

[Nishi100]

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It's Apple's choice - isn't it?

People want a choice of a hardware switch being the orientation lock on iPad 4.2.

People want the choice (or BTO) of blu ray drives.

People want the choice of adding HDMI to Macs or other things found in top computers (ms pro duo, etc.)

Apple doesn't care ... they will do what they want to do. Even if noone wanted a rear facing camera in the iPad they will still put one on - just so every major idevice has one. But it can work the other way round (like lots of people want blu ray but Mr Control Freak says no - even though the licensing has "calmed down"), Steve could say that tablets don't need rear facing camera's, even though all the other tablets on the market have one (two - front facing one).

 

[ditzy]

I really don't see the point of a rear facing camera on the iPad. It's too big to be a camera.

 

[lokerd]

iPad camera would be AMAZING!

I cant believe all the people who say no. I think the poll should read..."if you don't have an iphone or other high res smart phone".

The ipad is my main tool. I even stopped carrying my smart phone on my hip. It is an older phone with only a 1.3 mp camera. I carry it in the front of my iPad bag, but it is a pita to get it out to take a picture on it and it sucks.

If Apple put a 5mp camera in the iPad, it would be amazing. Ansel Adams shot with an 8x10 camera and we all benefit from what he did. A camera equipped iPad would be quit the party pad. Everybody would love it. Take pictures, turn it around and have a slide show.

I shop with my ipad all the time. I so much want to be able to take pictures with it in stores.

I also wish I could shoot documents into the iPad. Think about the ability to image a document in a group meeting, take it into an editor, like a painting program, modify, and email out copies to your group or team members.

I don't expect ipad to replace my dslr. But most people know how nice it is to compose a picture with a 3" screen versus the 1.5" screen of 2004 digital cameras. Now imagine composing a snap shot with a 9.7" screen. It would be AMAZING!

I think people are being be narrow minded to how useful a camera on an iPad would be.

 

[Peterson8765]

No way. You would look like a complete moron holding it up in the air to take a picture....

Yeah, totally. I wouldn't really see anyone doing this if they just want a quick little snapshot. I see Apple just slappin' a FaceTime cam on the iPad 2G.

 

[HuggyLowDown]

Hahaha, I wouldn't see why anyone would use a camera on the back of their iPad. Taking a Facebook profile picture in the mirror, like most people do these days to be cool, would make them look like a retard.

 

[Piggie]

Personally, I'd like a rear mounted camera, not because I want to go out with my iPad to use as a camera.

But if I happen to have my iPad in my hands, and something happens I can just raise the device up and take a quick photo or video without having to find/reach for another device.

I don't want a front mounted camera as I will NEVER EVER use facetime.

I have never wanted an WebCam for any computer and I have never bought a webcam, either as I prefer voice.

Video phones landline and mobile have been around for years and years and people just don't use them after an initial novelty period.
If people did then they would have been using them year ago when they came out, not just now as Apple have done the same.

 

[Hey Jude]

No, I would not use a camera on the iPad, and hope that one is not added in the next iteration.

Jude

 

[Piggie]

No, I would not use a camera on the iPad, and hope that one is not added in the next iteration.

Jude

Out of interest I'd like to ask a question regarding your comment if I may.

I can appreciate that you may not personally have a need or desire to use a Camera if it's fitted into a future iPad model.

But may I ask why you "Hope" that it's not fitted if other people would like to have a camera in the device?

I'm curious as to why you seem to wish to stop other people having the option, even if it's something you don't wish to have?

 

[Piggie]

I cant believe all the people who say no. I think the poll should read..."if you don't have an iphone or other high res smart phone".

The ipad is my main tool. I even stopped carrying my smart phone on my hip. It is an older phone with only a 1.3 mp camera. I carry it in the front of my iPad bag, but it is a pita to get it out to take a picture on it and it sucks.

If Apple put a 5mp camera in the iPad, it would be amazing. Ansel Adams shot with an 8x10 camera and we all benefit from what he did. A camera equipped iPad would be quit the party pad. Everybody would love it. Take pictures, turn it around and have a slide show.

I shop with my ipad all the time. I so much want to be able to take pictures with it in stores.

I also wish I could shoot documents into the iPad. Think about the ability to image a document in a group meeting, take it into an editor, like a painting program, modify, and email out copies to your group or team members.

I don't expect ipad to replace my dslr. But most people know how nice it is to compose a picture with a 3" screen versus the 1.5" screen of 2004 digital cameras. Now imagine composing a snap shot with a 9.7" screen. It would be AMAZING!

I think people are being be narrow minded to how useful a camera on an iPad would be.

Agree 100%

 

[BigDukeSix]

I want an IPad, but know to never buy the first of anything, and I am holding out for the camera's.

 

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I'd use it. I'm planning to use filemaker go for an inventory database of Ict equipment at work. The iPad would be easier to use fir this than an iPhone and being able to snap a quick pic of things to insert into records would be pretty handy. Am I likely to take family pictures with it? No. But there are plenty of times you might want a quick photo of something on your iPad without resorting to emailing from your iPhone, especially if you don't have Internet access. Would be nice to have.

 

[Hey Jude]

Out of interest I'd like to ask a question regarding your comment if I may.

I can appreciate that you may not personally have a need or desire to use a Camera if it's fitted into a future iPad model.

But may I ask why you "Hope" that it's not fitted if other people would like to have a camera in the device?

I'm curious as to why you seem to wish to stop other people having the option, even if it's something you don't wish to have?

I have a dslr, iPhone camera, and for me, I don't see a need. However, if the addition of a camera will not add to the cost of the unit, or affect the aesthetics, then fine if others would find use for one.

Jude

 

[Mitchrapp]

And, if you vote "No", then answer this - what harm will it do having a rear facing camera on the iPad - even if you don't use it?

But that wasn't the question?

 

[Mitchrapp]

I cant believe all the people who say no. I think the poll should read..."if you don't have an iphone or other high res smart phone".

The ipad is my main tool. I even stopped carrying my smart phone on my hip. It is an older phone with only a 1.3 mp camera. I carry it in the front of my iPad bag, but it is a pita to get it out to take a picture on it and it sucks.

If Apple put a 5mp camera in the iPad, it would be amazing. Ansel Adams shot with an 8x10 camera and we all benefit from what he did. A camera equipped iPad would be quit the party pad. Everybody would love it. Take pictures, turn it around and have a slide show.

I shop with my ipad all the time. I so much want to be able to take pictures with it in stores.

I also wish I could shoot documents into the iPad. Think about the ability to image a document in a group meeting, take it into an editor, like a painting program, modify, and email out copies to your group or team members.

I don't expect ipad to replace my dslr. But most people know how nice it is to compose a picture with a 3" screen versus the 1.5" screen of 2004 digital cameras. Now imagine composing a snap shot with a 9.7" screen. It would be AMAZING!

I think people are being be narrow minded to how useful a camera on an iPad would be.

But I bet majority of us have phones and separate cameras. I wouldn't use it for face time so a camera for me is worthless. But I can't imagine it wouldn't add to the price and to the bulk if one was added. But I also won't be getting an iPad 2. iPad 3 probably but the one I have now is a two year investment.

 

[Nishi100]

But that wasn't the question?

Will it blend ... that is the question?

But, in all seriousness, you are correct; however, I was just stating that it wouldn't do any harm if Apple put a rear-facing camera, on the Pad.

 

[DarthMoops]

Does anyone think there will ever be an external third party (web)camera for the iPad?

 

[Apple...]

Hahaha, I wouldn't see why anyone would use a camera on the back of their iPad. Taking a Facebook profile picture in the mirror, like most people do these days to be cool, would make them look like a retard.

I'm pretty sure Apple will include a front-facing camera on the next iPad iteration. Your point?

Personally, I'd like a rear mounted camera, not because I want to go out with my iPad to use as a camera.

But if I happen to have my iPad in my hands, and something happens I can just raise the device up and take a quick photo or video without having to find/reach for another device.

I don't want a front mounted camera as I will NEVER EVER use facetime.

I have never wanted an WebCam for any computer and I have never bought a webcam, either as I prefer voice.

Video phones landline and mobile have been around for years and years and people just don't use them after an initial novelty period.
If people did then they would have been using them year ago when they came out, not just now as Apple have done the same.

I'm sorry to say, but a front-facing camera is almost 100% guaranteed. It wouldn't make sense for Apple to not include one on the second-gen iPad. Just sayin.

No, I would not use a camera on the iPad, and hope that one is not added in the next iteration.

Jude

"Hope"? What about all the other people who said 'yes'? It's not your decision. We're people - we have preferences.

I want an IPad, but know to never buy the first of anything, and I am holding out for the camera's.

I have a dslr, iPhone camera, and for me, I don't see a need. However, if the addition of a camera will not add to the cost of the unit, or affect the aesthetics, then fine if others would find use for one.

Jude

I highly doubt it. It's just not likely for Apple to change pricing one year after its release. I wouldn't worry about it.

Does anyone think there will ever be an external third party (web)camera for the iPad?

Not if Apple includes a FaceTime camera in the next iPad...

 

[darngooddesign]

The next one will get two cameras just like the iTouch. Not necessarily for taking photos, although you could, but to switch the view in FT. That is, after all, one of the slickest features of FT.

 

[clyde2801]

Hard to say, probably not unless some new app came up with a use for it that was really cool.