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Think of taking new iPad back and getting a MacBook air?
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To the OP:So sorry you are having such health problems. I wish you well.
When making your decision, I would suggest you take into account which device is the most user- friendly for YOU. You mention bad eye- sight, for example. Which device would be easier for you to use? Have you sat with, and used the MBA for a period of time? Would you have it on your lap, or would you sit at a desk? The reason I ask this - when I use the MBA on my lap, I find it quite uncomfortable because of the very sharp edges.
When you make your decision, perhaps your physical needs/limitations should factor into it? No matter how "beautiful" the MBA is, practicality must be taken into account
When making your decision, I would suggest you take into account which device is the most user- friendly for YOU. You mention bad eye- sight, for example. Which device would be easier for you to use? Have you sat with, and used the MBA for a period of time? Would you have it on your lap, or would you sit at a desk? The reason I ask this - when I use the MBA on my lap, I find it quite uncomfortable because of the very sharp edges.
When you make your decision, perhaps your physical needs/limitations should factor into it? No matter how "beautiful" the MBA is, practicality must be taken into account
To the OP:So sorry you are having such health problems. I wish you well.
When making your decision, I would suggest you take into account which device is the most user- friendly for YOU. You mention bad eye- sight, for example. Which device would be easier for you to use? Have you sat with, and used the MBA for a period of time? Would you have it on your lap, or would you sit at a desk? The reason I ask this - when I use the MBA on my lap, I find it quite uncomfortable because of the very sharp edges.
When you make your decision, perhaps your physical needs/limitations should factor into it? No matter how "beautiful" the MBA is, practicality must be taken into account
Thank you!
I had the first MBA and the last Gen, so it's light enough for me , I use it in bed alot so it will be a bit different from my iPad.
I went to BB and looked at them and I really think I want it for the next year or so, I also might have a buyer for my iPad and AppleCare that I priced at 550.00 base model so I don't have to wait and be without a iPad for 10 days while they replace my gift card
So I will see what tomorrow brings.
I gave my wife the iPad 1 I had last year when I got the iPad 2. After years of begging her to get rid of all Windows devices in the house, we finally got a new 13" MacBook Air last fall. Since she got the MBA, she uses her MBA about 70% of the time, and only uses the iPad 1 for surfing and reading.
The MBA is such a sweet computer, if faced with having to use the iPad or the MBA only, I'd probably go with the MBA.
Glad I don't have that choice.
The MBA is such a sweet computer, if faced with having to use the iPad or the MBA only, I'd probably go with the MBA.
Glad I don't have that choice.
Like others have said, if you don't have a laptop already get the air. But, if you do, keep the iPad, it's a totally different experience and more portable. Of course, getting the one with cellular capability would be a lot beter.
Speak for yourself. For a lot of people, it is a computer replacement. Just depends on your needs (surprise, surprise).
iPad first, then a laptop (if one must) Of course, assuming having a main computer (Mac Mini or iMac). But for me, laptop is an outdated device that's painful for me to use. Intended to be portable, but it's just all wrong for that and uncomfortable to boot.
You are correct I use the iPad one and two with just the iPad not a computer, however I miss the full use of downloading something I need etc.
I could just live with it, but a larger screen would be better for me, and I think having a keyboard might be easier. However living with JUST the iPad was not really hard for me.
As for getting a cellular version of the iPad I really at this time cannot afford it.
Right now guys, I can't afford both, as my income is not there and my health is pretty bad, I am hoping to sell my large new home wthis summer and already have a tiny home I am trying to fix up, so for me finances are a bit rough.
I called apple they said I could return it to them which will be about 10 days turnaround, since I paid with a gift card.
I could use my daughters pc but I am not looking forward to it
If finances are rough, use the PC and get back on your feet.
Not a pC person, if I buy the air I will keep it until I can afford something better, I like how it's small and easy for me to handle a PC will only frustrate me.
