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2011年3月24日星期四

What you need to know about iPad 3

What you need to know about iPad 3 by www.wholesaleeshop.com.au

The UK iPad 2 release date is mere days away, but the rumour factory's already moved on: it's predicting iPad 3 specifications including chips, cameras and retina displays - with a little bit of help from mysterious, unnamed people who can't possibly be identified.
How very convenient. So what's the word on the street about the next iPad?
The iPad 3 release date is September 2011
This is the biggest rumour of all: an iPad 3 mere months after the iPad 2. An unnamed Apple employee says that the iPad 2 was a bit of a rush job, and "the third generation iPad is the one to make a song and dance about."
Respected Apple watcher John Gruber added fuel to that particular fire by strongly hinting that the iPad 3 release date will be in September.
Gruber, who was musing about the HP TouchPad's potential summer release said: "Summer feels like a long time away.
"If my theory is right, they're not only going to be months behind the iPad 2, but if they slip until late summer, they might bump up against the release of the iPad 3."
If Gruber is right about this and the iPad 3 features in an Apple autumn line-up, then it looks like Apple is going to start offering a new iPad every six months.
The iPad 3 UK release date is a mystery
With Apple apparently unable to meet demand for iPad 2, we'd expect a staggered release date for the iPad 3 too: if the US gets the iPad 3 in September, we'd expect the UK iPad 3 release date to be in October, or possibly even November. Apple won't want to miss the Christmas period, but the US comes first.
The iPad 3 specs include a dual-core processor
It's possible that the iPad 3 will have a brand spanking new processor, Apple's A6, but if the rumoured release date is correct then time is awfully tight: we'd certainly expect to see an A5, not an A6, in the iPhone 5 when it turns up this summer.
Apple may well surprise us, of course, but we'd expect to see the same processor and graphics as the iPad 2 in the iPad 3: an A5 processor with PowerVR SGX543MP2 graphics. This one comes down to the iPad 3 release date: if it's 2011, expect an A5. If it's 2012, expect a faster A6.
The iPad 3 features include a retina display
This was widely predicted for the iPad 2, but of course the current iPad doesn't have a double-resolution display: for now, that's something you'll only get in the iPhone 4. Could a Retina Display be one of the features Apple didn't quite get into the iPad 2? Could be! It's the very first thing on our iPad 3 wish list.
The iPad 3 hardware could include an NFC chip
Apple's very interested in Near Field Communications, and one particularly tasty rumour at Cult of Mac suggests that the iPhone 5 will use NFC to take over nearby Macs, enabling you to use your data and settings with a flick of the wrist. Since the iPad 3 will follow the iPhone 5, if NFC's in one it'll probably be in the other too.
The iPad 3 specifications will include more storage
The iPad 2 has the familiar 16/32/64GB storage options, but as flash storage comes down in price a 128GB option for the iPad 3 isn't impossible - although that might depend on the current horrible situation in Asia, where the tsunami has caused chaos in parts of the electronics industry.
The iPad 3 features could include a Thunderbolt port
Two generations of USB-free iPads suggest that Apple just isn't interested in adding one, but the new Thunderbolt port found in the 2011 MacBook Pro could be another story: it's a combined accessory/display connector with astonishingly fast performance.
The iPad 3 may live in the cloud
This has been talked about and leaked about for so long that, on the same principle that even a stopped clock is right twice a day, it's bound to come true eventually: a cloud-based MobileMe for storing your stuff on Apple's servers. A new iPad with iOS 5 and a new MobileMe would be lots of fun.
The iPad 3 specs might include an SD card slot
This was widely predicted for iPad 2 and, like the retina display, didn't materialise. One for version 3, perhaps? Using a separate adapter to read camera cards is rather inelegant and clunky.
The iPad 3 specification should include a better camera
The rear-facing camera on the iPad 2 isn't brilliant: an iPhone 4 camera and flash would do nicely.
The iPad 3 price might be higher than the iPad 2
The iPad 2 didn't herald a price hike, but if the iPad 3's coming in September we don't think a massive iPad 2 price cut is very likely - which suggests that if the iPad 3 does appear then, it might be more of an iPad Pro - with a price to match.
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2011年3月23日星期三

Can iPad Be a transformative tool for apps for kids with special needs

Since the iPad's release in April of 2010, the device has found its way into both homes and classrooms. It's amazing to see the number of educational apps available on the market. Some mix games with reading, while others focus strictly on promoting literacy. It seems that most all children love the ability to interact with mobile devices, but can these devices be a learning tool particularly well suited for kids with autism? For many apps, the answer is yes.
During Apple's March 2 special event announcing the iPad 2, Steve Jobs introduced a video featuring a 10-year-old boy with autism, Leo, using the iPad. One of Leo's favorite apps is Dr. Seuss's ABC. His mom, Shannon Des Roches Rosa, considers the iPad a transformative tool for apps for kids with special needs. A writer and autism advocate, Rosa explains that apps can support her son's reading skills in multiple visual contexts.
"Dr. Seuss's ABC app is the very best app I've found for reinforcing Leo's sight reading skills," writes Rosa on her blog, Squidalicious. She adds that her son happily reads the interactive book app to himself by tapping on each highlighted word and word/picture association in sequence.
In an article for Moms With Apps, Rosa notes the characteristics of great apps for kids with autism: ones that are fun; have error-free learning; are simple to use with a single-function focus; have a visually distinctive interface; feature a tempo change option; and include flexible content management.
Gary James from Apps for Children with Special Needs, agrees that the iPad has had a tremendous impact on the lives of kids with autism.
"Children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) particularly need to be taught in a way where they can literally touch the words and watch what the characters do when under their control," says James. "Apps on an iPad provide a huge benefit, allowing a match to be made between the pace of reading and interacting that works for an ASD child's unique style and needs."
According to Michel Kripalani of Oceanhouse Media, the Dr. Seuss book apps are developed with teaching kids how to read in mind. Words zoom up and are spoken when pictures are touched. Individual words are highlighted and are read aloud when tapped. Kripalani has seen first hand the impact that apps can have on youngsters by witnessing how much pleasure his own children get out of the apps. "As an innovator in children's literacy, we like to think that Dr. Seuss himself would have enjoyed seeing his stories used in this new format," says Kripalani.
With the recent release of the iPad 2, it's wonderful to see the use of these mobile devices in the "Post-PC" world as educational tools. Once a parent or teacher owns a tablet, it seems that the apps themselves are a fraction of the cost of traditional learning tools. This should improve accessibility tremendously. What will the release of the iPad 2 mean in terms of helping children with autism? Hopefully, even more apps will be released centered on enhancing reading skills, encouraging kids to learn and have fun at the same time.

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2011年3月6日星期日

Top Tips For Selling Your Old iPad

The usual frenzy broke loose as soon as Apple (AAPL) CEO Steve Jobs announced the iPad 2. Technofiles responded in force to the news via blogs and Twitter, and thousands flocked to secondary markets to sell their old iPads(Touch Screen LCD Monitors). Recommerce company Gazelle says more than 2,000 people started iPad trade-ins within the first hour after Jobs’ announcement on March 2.
Like most new-generation Apple products, iPad 2 is incrementally more feature-rich than its predecessor:
“…we are adding stuff into the iPad: cameras, faster processors, gyroscopes…” Jobs said at the iPad 2 press conference(Toshiba pa3356u-1bas battery,Toshiba pa3399u-1bas battery) in San Francisco, California. “We have the same legendary 10-hour battery life as the original iPad… yet dramatically thinner.”
If you’re one of the 15 million people who bought an iPad last year, you may be wondering how to swap your old tablet out for the shiny new iPad 2 without taking a huge loss. Here are some tips for finding good trade-in deals:

Compare Buyback Sites

Depending on the condition of your iPad, various websites offer different buyback values. With a few minutes of research, you could squeeze an extra $50 or more out of your old gear, so our first tip is to make sure to compare options.
NextWorth.com, a consumer electronics upgrade and trade-in company, is one of several sites offering cash for first generation iPads with light wear, and competitive deals for heavier wear. At NextWorth.com, you can see exactly what cash amount you’re going to get for your iPad, and what percentage of the original retail value(Toshiba pa3534u-1bas battery,toshiba satellite pro a120 batteries). NextWorth’s trade-in prices as of 2/23/11 for light wear were:
iPad 16GB Wifi: $255
iPad 32GB Wifi: $285
iPad 64GB Wifi: $310
iPad 16GB Wifi + 3G: $298
iPad 32GB Wifi + 3G: $350
iPad 64GB Wifi + 3G: $390
NextWorth partners with Target, so you can walk in to your local Target store and receive cash back for your first generation iPad rather than through the website. If you aren’t looking to upgrade to the iPad 2 with the cash you get back, you can instead receive a prepaid Target gift card for in-store credit.
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If your iPad is in near-perfect condition, you can get $300 for a 16GB Wifi model at Gazelle.com. For slight wear and tear, such as light scratches, however, NextWorth’s $255 trade-in beats Gazelle’s cash offer of $240.
CExchange.com and BestBuy.com are also offering trade-ins at various prices.

Don’t write off eBay or Amazon

Ebay, the world’s most popular online auction website, is definitely a viable option for selling your iPad and getting an aggressive deal. Thousands have already put their first generation iPads up for bid, and even with the new overload of inventory, some are selling for as high as 80% of their original price. Your success will depend both on the condition of your iPad and how lucky you are with bidders. The outcome of an auction is hard to judge, so Ebay lets you set a minimum amount you will accept.
If you haven’t bought or sold through the e-commerce company Amazon, here’s a little tid-bit on why the site is so popular: Amazon carries its own inventory, but also offers new, used and refurbished products sold through private owners. Buyers can look up all the details they need on the product’s capabilities and condition, and then buy the item through private sellers at lower-than-retail prices. You can piggyback off of Amazon’s reputation and sell your iPad by undercutting Amazon’s price when you list your iPad there.
If you’re thinking about selling your iPad at either eBay or Amazon, it helps to have positive reviews to gain customer credibility and therefore get the most cash for your used gadget. But even if you’re new to the sites, you can still get great deals.

Consider selling locally

The flood of iPad supply in online secondary markets has pushed resale prices down already, even just a day after the iPad 2 announcement. If you wait too long to sell, you may not get the deal you want, due to continued price drops. However, many consumers prefer to buy used electronics locally, where they can test them out for themselves before handing over cash. An excellent alternative to selling your iPad on eBay, Amazon, NextWorth, or other sites is to list it on Craigslist or other local classifieds in your area. You’ll be able to set your own price and possibly squeeze a little extra out of your old tablet. Consider marking up the price a bit to compensate for shipping no longer being a factor.
If all else fails, iPad 1 is still as capable as it was when you bought it (assuming you haven’t been using it as a frisbee). Even if you do nab iPad 2, your original tablet can be used in a variety of clever ways, such as a secondary screen for a laptop. Shoot, velcro it to a treadmill or the back of a car seat. But if sell you must, be strategic about comparing the going rates at different marketplaces, and do it fast before your tablet is worth only as much as the apps you’ve bought!
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