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The age-old question: iPad or Mac?
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I would think the MBA would be a good compliment to what you have. It does a little more than the iPad, and has a real keyboard, and is small and lightweight But, not knowing what you will actually use it for, it is hard for me to comment too much.
Update!
Okay...so I've been using my Air for a few hours now...and my God, it's awesome!
I thought the screen would be small, but the resolution is nice and it's easy on the eyes. It's the perfect weight, and totally sexy.
Those who are choosing between an iPad and an MBA, here's the verdict, once and for all, get the Air. For a few hundred more dollars, you get a full-functioning computer and it'll do nearly anything you need to.
I ran a geek bench test on my old pro and my new air..... Air is more than twice as fast according to the scores, and i certainly feel it in "everyday" usage.
2Gb of ram is also fine, the only problem is that 64Gb of storage is kind of paltry but with a smaller budget like some of us, this was the only option, since i did not, and could not switch to Windows.
So once again, get the Air, for school, the iPad is good, but it is still more on the toy side until we get Office on the iPad.
So guys, what do you suggest as far as storing media? I have an external drive but is there a more convenient way to store in the cloud?
Thanks,
Jay
Okay...so I've been using my Air for a few hours now...and my God, it's awesome!
I thought the screen would be small, but the resolution is nice and it's easy on the eyes. It's the perfect weight, and totally sexy.
Those who are choosing between an iPad and an MBA, here's the verdict, once and for all, get the Air. For a few hundred more dollars, you get a full-functioning computer and it'll do nearly anything you need to.
I ran a geek bench test on my old pro and my new air..... Air is more than twice as fast according to the scores, and i certainly feel it in "everyday" usage.
2Gb of ram is also fine, the only problem is that 64Gb of storage is kind of paltry but with a smaller budget like some of us, this was the only option, since i did not, and could not switch to Windows.
So once again, get the Air, for school, the iPad is good, but it is still more on the toy side until we get Office on the iPad.
So guys, what do you suggest as far as storing media? I have an external drive but is there a more convenient way to store in the cloud?
Thanks,
Jay
I got mine from the Apple Online Store. It's refurbished but all the cords, adaptor, and everything else, as far as i can tell, seems to be new. Same 1 year warranty, no scratches, that familiar new-apple smell, etc are all there. I highly recommend going refurbished if money is tight. The only thing you don't get is a fancy box, but ask your self this: is a box worth $100s? Heck, even the battery had 0 cycles! 0!
Oh yes, refurb is a great way to go for sure!! And, it probably got a more thorough inspection than when it came off the assembly line.
The only question i have is:
I downloaded iStat pro and it's telling me that I have 23 GB left on my ssd, while if i click on "macintosh hd" and get info, it says that I have 41Gb left. Which is correct? Why is iStat reporting something different?
Maybe you just need to find a way to use your iPad. In my case I use it for work, more than my MBP. I check email, read books, highlight and annotate in them, Study, watch videos, remote control my MBP or client Servers and Computers.
I would recommend to you the following Apps:
- GoodReader (your central file management, pdf reader and annotator)
- GoodNotes
- iWork Apps (Pages, Numbers & Keynote if needed).
- Dropbox account
- Otixo.com service ( to access Dropbox from iWork apps )
- GoodPlayer (To play videos, stream or access from servers. Multiple formats)
- LogmeIn (to remotely access your computer at home).
I love my iPad because I can take it everywhere, it's small and light, and the battery lasts for a long time. I got mine with 3G service for convenience.
It's more tan a gadget; I actually make money with it. It has paid itself several times already. It all depends on you, putting it to good use.
If a person already has a desktop or major laptop (PC or Mac), the iPad2 provides the perfect mobile device, especially as others have said, with the advent of iCloud to keep all instantly synced.
At first, I thought of the iPad as simply a tech toy. But with all the new and very useful apps - well, it's getting to where there is barely enough reason lug a laptop of any size.
I have a Logitech Zagg bluetooth keyboard, - a full keyboard in an aluminum tray that forms a cover for the iPad when not in use. THIS has made all the difference. Super fast typing connected with the super-fast abilities of the iPad - hard to beat.
The only drawbacks are the lack of folders for work outside of individual apps ... and of course, the lack of flash for some websites. Another drawback is the inability to use flash drives or CDs/DVDs. On the other side, though, there are incredibly more abilities than a standard computer if you pay attention to the business and education apps - outstanding.
And, compare the costs of tethering your iPhone ($20/mo) vs. buying an iPad with 3G in the rare event you are (at university) outside of wifi range - no brainer. iPad all the way ... and not some old version - the latest that can do so much more!
At first, I thought of the iPad as simply a tech toy. But with all the new and very useful apps - well, it's getting to where there is barely enough reason lug a laptop of any size.
I have a Logitech Zagg bluetooth keyboard, - a full keyboard in an aluminum tray that forms a cover for the iPad when not in use. THIS has made all the difference. Super fast typing connected with the super-fast abilities of the iPad - hard to beat.
The only drawbacks are the lack of folders for work outside of individual apps ... and of course, the lack of flash for some websites. Another drawback is the inability to use flash drives or CDs/DVDs. On the other side, though, there are incredibly more abilities than a standard computer if you pay attention to the business and education apps - outstanding.
And, compare the costs of tethering your iPhone ($20/mo) vs. buying an iPad with 3G in the rare event you are (at university) outside of wifi range - no brainer. iPad all the way ... and not some old version - the latest that can do so much more!