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djr7572

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I really want an iPad, but I'm also really torn on whether or not to wait for the iPad 3 (assuming there will be a 3). I could probably be perfectly happy with a 2, as it already offers an amazing overall package.

I certainly don't have to buy one right now ... I just want one right now :)

Should I calm down and just be patient for the 3, or go for the 2?

Thanks!
 
I think you should find the other 200 threads asking this question (they started about a day after the 2 was released) and tally up all the answers to see what wins.
 
Buy iPad 2 right now and sell it later to buy the new iPad 3. Make sure to sell it a month before the iPad 3 out. Not all people are geeks who visit macrumors to check rumor about apple stuff. So a lot of people still will be buying your iPad2 nearing its end of life.
 
aleni said:
Buy iPad 2 right now and sell it later to buy the new iPad 3. Make sure to sell it a month before the iPad 3 out. Not all people are geeks who visit macrumors to check rumor about apple stuff. So a lot of people still will be buying your iPad2 nearing its end of life.
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Buy now. I was in the same debate 2 weeks ago. I couldn't wait and don't regret it at all.
 
If you want an iPad now, buy it now. If not, then wait.

I could be closer to the summer before the release. It all depends on what they do to upgrade it. If it is an A6, it could be June due to supplies (according to rumors). If it is a Retina like screen it could also be June for supply/cost issues (according to rumors). If it doesn't have that, why buy it? Though, as with all Rumors... it is pure speculation until Apple announces it.

You can sell it later and get a good bit of your money back when you sell it.
iPad 1s still sell so you won't have any problem selling.

I say buy it now, but that is me.. I am not you. Do what you want.
 
I have been really overthinking about this myself. I think I am going to wait. My wife and daughter have been wanting a nook or kindle. I'm going to make them happy first. Then, I will get mine. Hopefully by then we will have some more info on a iPad 2s or 3.
 
djr7572 said:
I really want an iPad, but I'm also really torn on whether or not to wait for the iPad 3 (assuming there will be a 3). I could probably be perfectly happy with a 2, as it already offers an amazing overall package.

I certainly don't have to buy one right now ... I just want one right now :)

Should I calm down and just be patient for the 3, or go for the 2?

Thanks!
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If I were in your shoes, I would probably buy an inexpensive iPad 1 right now and sell it when the iPad 3 comes out. You should lose less money when you resell the used iPad 1 than you would with a new iPad2.

If the iPad 3 has the Retina display that the rumors suggest, that will be a huge jump. Much more significant than the iPad 1 -> iPad 2 upgrade IMHO.
 
Buy now and enjoy the next few months with your new iPad 2. The first and second generation iPads were released in March of their respective years, so you should have at least 3 months worth of use before the next one comes out. At that point, you can just sell your iPad 2 and put that money towards a new one.

But, as you saw happen with the iPhone earlier this year, Apple can easily deviate from expected release dates and hold off until they're good and ready. With all the rumors surrounding A6 chips and retina displays that could very well delay production. You never really know, so enjoy TODAY since it's all you've got. :)
 
we could die next month. who knows? u can sell the iPad 2 with a small loss of bucks so why wait? take the small loss of dollars as a rental fee.

don't be cheap, enjoy life.
 
Sandman1969 said:
If you want an iPad now, buy it now. If not, then wait.

I could be closer to the summer before the release. It all depends on what they do to upgrade it. If it is an A6, it could be June due to supplies (according to rumors). If it is a Retina like screen it could also be June for supply/cost issues (according to rumors). If it doesn't have that, why buy it? Though, as with all Rumors... it is pure speculation until Apple announces it.

You can sell it later and get a good bit of your money back when you sell it.
iPad 1s still sell so you won't have any problem selling.

I say buy it now, but that is me.. I am not you. Do what you want.
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This. I have a feeling the iPad 3 will be later than usual. Based on the supposed specs, it'd be kinda crazy for the parts to be so bountiful, so early. I just got my iPad 2 on black Friday, and I like it a lot. Even when the iPad 3 comes out, I might wait to upgrade until the kinks are worked out (light bleed, anyone?) It's my opinion that buying now wouldn't be a bad idea.
 
buy

buy now..in fact, buy it today, just like I did! :D
Anyway,with the amount of changes they plan to make in the 3 (if rumors are to be believed), it would not be safe to buy the 3 immediately! It has happened with me in the case of the iPhone 4 and now the 4S. Let the initial wave (read beta testers) purchase the iPad 3, test it out, whine in all the forums....and then you can buy the iPad 3:D.

P.S : No offense to the "beta testers". I have been one and am one right now :)
 
I bought my iPad 2 a couple of weeks ago, after swearing to wait for the iPad 3. I don't regret it one bit. The rationale is that I will purchase the next iPad that impresses me enough to supersede the current model. And then give (sell? :D) my current iPad to my girlfriend.

My main computer at home is a 15" laptop, sitting right near me where I spend most of my time. I've barely touched the laptop since getting the iPad. And at work it sits as a companion to my main desktop for personal stuff, notes/meetings, and reference books. (having the power to search PDFs and ebooks while retaining the sensation of flipping through the pages is awesome)

Until Apple makes the announcement, nobody can tell you if the next iPad is worth denying yourself the current iPad right now. ;)
 
You should never wait for technology. There is always a newer, better version coming out. Live is too short to wait. I'm sure the iPad 3 will be better. But you don't have to have an iPad 3 if you already have an iPad 2. I prefer owning something to use it, not to show off at a Starbucks. I'll be able to use your iPad 2 for years to come.
 
If you are dumb you should buy one now. If you are smart you should wait. So the real question is: are you dumb or smart?
 
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Wait. You'd be a fool not to.
 
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