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Number one reason for getting an iPad
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Mine was for a range of reasons.
I have an iMac, iPhone and two windows laptops however my iPad is used perhaps just as much as my primary computer which is the iMac.
For my business I used to print work orders, back up check lists and other paper work on which I would fill in the details by hand and get the customer to sign the completed work order. These were scanned and filed. Now all my customised PDF files can be filled in on my iPad, the customer can sign directly within PDF Expert and it can all me synced via Dropbox to all my other machines.
Commitments mean that I have to travel to Germany once very few months I used to take a laptop but my iPad comes with me. It does everything I need such as grabbing my email, web browsing, Skype and also keeps me entertained with videos, books and games while travelling.
It's incredibly light with a great battery life and when kept in a case can withstand the bumps and knocks of being in my bag.
Lastly it's fantastic for reading, browsing and watching video in bed or around the house without the heat usually generated by a laptop. I open the case and it's on instantly and ready to use.
I wasn't entirely sure how or if I would use the iPad and how it would fit in with my current gear however it's proved to be versatile.
I have an iMac, iPhone and two windows laptops however my iPad is used perhaps just as much as my primary computer which is the iMac.
For my business I used to print work orders, back up check lists and other paper work on which I would fill in the details by hand and get the customer to sign the completed work order. These were scanned and filed. Now all my customised PDF files can be filled in on my iPad, the customer can sign directly within PDF Expert and it can all me synced via Dropbox to all my other machines.
Commitments mean that I have to travel to Germany once very few months I used to take a laptop but my iPad comes with me. It does everything I need such as grabbing my email, web browsing, Skype and also keeps me entertained with videos, books and games while travelling.
It's incredibly light with a great battery life and when kept in a case can withstand the bumps and knocks of being in my bag.
Lastly it's fantastic for reading, browsing and watching video in bed or around the house without the heat usually generated by a laptop. I open the case and it's on instantly and ready to use.
I wasn't entirely sure how or if I would use the iPad and how it would fit in with my current gear however it's proved to be versatile.
I tried this once and failed miserably. Now, whether I need one or not, I'll usually wind up getting the latest gadget and deal with the financial repercussions later on
But seriously, if you're debating on whether or not you need/want one then you probably don't and better off saving the money for a hardware upgrade on your laptop or something.
Having bought one though, I can say it's very nice having an iPad for it's convenience and portability. I mainly use it for gaming/watching movies so it's more a nice-to-have for me. Not really all that useful but, since I have one, I can find uses for it much easier
I tote my laptop to and from the office everyday, but my afternoons (after I head home for lunch) are often spent making a few visits to people in local hospitals and nursing homes, and returning to the office later in the day. I prefer not to lug my briefcase around throughout those visits, and I really don't want to leave it in my vehicle. The iPad is often a great substitute for my laptop when I return to do a little more work in the office. And yes, it is also what I prefer to take when travelling, both business and vacation.
You need to determine that for yourself. It's not a one-size-fits-all matter. You can't rely on other to justify purchases for you. If you can't motivate yourself then don't bother.I want an iPad but I can't really motivate myself to get one. If I have a laptop and an Iphone, what is the number one reason for getting an Ipad as well?
Why is this forum so full of threads of people asking if the iPad is worth, if they should buy it, what they should use it for, and so on ???
Some people like to find out different opinions of a device before spending $500+ on it..
Also be able compare it to other tablets/or if it would be better just to get a laptop
I want an iPad but I can't really motivate myself to get one. If I have a laptop and an Iphone, what is the number one reason for getting an Ipad as well?
Because using an iPad in public looks a lot cooler and more socially acceptable than using a Sony PSP or Nintendo 3DS in public.
Pricey yes, but if people are afraid to go bankrupt for 500 $ they should simply not even consider buying one.
Also, people are not asking if they can do a specific thing, which would be a real question, but simply what they should do with it. That imo already implies, that no, they don't need it.
It's obviously not a laptop, I thought that was clear...but maybe not...
A top reason for me was the quick on for a product that is conducive to taking notes with. The iPhone is only good for the briefest of notes, and a laptop takes time to start up, open a program, etc.
You should have a reason yourself to get one, if you can't find a reason to get one then I don't think you should get one.
Personally, I love the portability and playing on it while watching TV or laying down.
The common misconception is "its just a giant iPod Touch or iPhone" but if you've used one you'd know that the large screen opens up a whole new world of possibilities that would otherwise be cumbersome on a 3.5" screen.
Personally, I love the portability and playing on it while watching TV or laying down.
The common misconception is "its just a giant iPod Touch or iPhone" but if you've used one you'd know that the large screen opens up a whole new world of possibilities that would otherwise be cumbersome on a 3.5" screen.
I just wanted one
But I've been using it as a presentation device instead of my laptop and watching movies on the treadmill at the gym.
But I've been using it as a presentation device instead of my laptop and watching movies on the treadmill at the gym.