What is an iPad for, and if you ask the question more precisely, what can and cannot be done with an iPad. To begin with, it would not hurt to understand what it is, and then decide whether you need it or not. iPad is a tablet computer from the world famous company Apple (which means apple). You've probably seen an image of such a bitten apple somewhere on the Internet, or on some equipment in a store, or from friends. It was this company that was the first to introduce and begin producing devices called tablet computers.

If you think that this is just a toy, you are very mistaken. iPad is not a replaceable assistant. It combines everything you can dream of in our time. Using this small device, you can read e-books, view news and all the necessary information on the Internet, communicate on social networks, receive and send email messages, watch movies on YouTube, listen to music, work in electronic document management, pay for online purchases, play, make phone calls and even earn money.

Of course, the iPad is not suitable for professional work with music, graphics, website creation, or full-time work in text and spreadsheet editors, but it was not created for such purposes. The purpose of a tablet computer is mobility, i.e. replace a desktop computer or laptop while traveling or moving from place to place.

All the convenience of such a device lies in the fact that you do not need to connect either a keyboard or a mouse. All manipulations are done by hand using a touch screen with multi-touch support. It is enough to lightly touch the desired icon with your finger or run your hand across the display. You can enter text using the touch keyboard. The battery lasts 10 hours without recharging.

Depending on the price, the iPad may have: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LTE, GLONASS, 3G, GPS, cameras, a gyroscope, and headset connectors. Screen size 9.7”, 7.9”, or 7.87”. Screen resolution from 1024x768 to 2048x1536. Memory and microprocessor power also depend on the cost of the tablet.

The iPad weighs only a little more than half a kilo, and in the future it will weigh even less. Beautiful modern body using aluminum and glass.

For business people, for whom it is important at this very moment to contact a company or to put their electronic signature on a document on which a financial transaction depends, a device such as the iPad is simply irreplaceable.

An ordinary person can have a good rest on the road, watch a movie, listen to good music, play games, or surf the Internet.

In any case, the advantages of a tablet computer in such cases are simply undeniable.

Now that you know what an iPad is for, it’s not difficult for you to decide whether to buy it or not, and if you buy it, which one.

This page has attempted to answer the questions: What is an iPad or Apple iPad? How does the iPad differ from laptops, and what are the main differences between the iPad and other tablet computers?

What is iPad

IPad, iPad, iPad is an electronic device manufactured by Apple. For reference: Apple is a very large American corporation, a manufacturer of personal and tablet computers, audio players, phones, and software.

Externally, the iPad looks like a flat panel with a touch screen, that is, a screen on which all actions are performed using your fingers. The iPad is an Internet tablet that provides users with Internet access and performs many of the functions of a regular computer, but is still significantly different from it.

When did the first iPad appear?

The very first iPad was presented to the general public on January 27, 2010 at a presentation in San Francisco by Steve Jobs, who was then the CEO of Apple Corporation. On October 5, 2011, Steve Jobs passed away.

The start of sales of the device took place in New York on Fifth Avenue on April 3, 2010. In Russia, official sales of the first iPads began on November 9, 2010.

Since then, several iPad models have been released, differing from each other in performance, screen resolution, weight, size and other characteristics.

What types of iPads are there?

At the time of writing (January 2015), Apple has released 9 different iPads, namely:

1. On January 27, 2010, there was a presentation of the very first tablet, which was simply named: iPad.
2. On March 2, 2011, the second generation model was presented to the public - iPad 2, with improved characteristics compared to the first modification
3. On March 7, 2012, the world was able to see the third generation model called “The New iPad” (with a Retina display, characterized by a very high pixel density). On the night of May 24-25, 2012, official sales of the new iPad 3 began in Russia
4. On October 23, 2012, Apple introduced two models at once:
   • Apple iPad 4 (marketed as the "iPad with Retina Display"), which resulted in the production of the previous model, the iPad-3, being discontinued
   • and the Apple iPad mini (with a regular (non-Retina) display), which is a smaller version of the iPad Internet tablet with the same characteristics as the iPad 2, including its display resolution. The functions and capabilities of the iPad mini are no different from those of a regular, full-size iPad.
5. see clause 4
6. On October 22, 2013, two more new products from Apple were presented, namely:
   • iPad Air, a full-size iPad with improved features
   • and iPad mini with Retina display, which is significantly superior to its small predecessor in various respects
7. see paragraph 6
8. On October 16, 2014, Apple management presented the updated tablets to the public:
   • iPad Air 2, which, in addition to the classic versions, can also be purchased in gold color
   • and iPad mini 3 with very minor changes

How else are iPads different?

Each generation of iPad also comes with some different features:

• They may or may not have an additional 3G (4G, cellular) module. You can read more about it in the article
• and have different capacities of the “hard drive,” that is, internal memory. Read more in the article

What can the iPad do?

The iPad does not completely replicate the capabilities of a laptop or computer, but, meanwhile, it has sufficient functionality for:

1. web surfing (viewing websites and pages on the Internet);
2. widespread use of all kinds of games;
3. reading e-books;
4. playback of multimedia files (video, music);
5. viewing photos;
6. using web applications (such as the Skype video calling program);
7. creating photos and videos (starting with iPad2, which has built-in video cameras);
8. many other actions;

Advantages of iPad over laptops

The iPad has unique properties that distinguish it from laptops

1. long battery life
2. relatively low cost of the device
3. sensitive touch screen
4. Intuitive finger control, easy installation and removal of programs
5. small size, weight and solidity of the device, which together gives it mobility comparable to some extent with conventional cell phones

What makes the iPad better than other tablets?

The points below are quite subjective, but most iPad users note them as the main advantages of the iPad over other tablets:

1. Appearance – stylish, beautiful, durable aluminum body
2. Workmanship
3. Very long battery life
4. Reliability and stability of the operating system (ios), its closed nature
5. Availability and large number of quality games and other applications
6. Responsive touch screen
7. Application speed

What makes the iPad worse than other tablets?

Again, a subjective opinion created from a large number of reviews by different people, which you can read on this site

1. Closedness of the file system (it is also marked as a “plus”)
2. No USB
3. Lack of support for flash technology
4. Impossibility to upgrade
5. Long time to fully charge batteries

What else do you need to know about iPad?

1. Unfortunately, if you buy an iPad tablet of any model, you will not receive detailed instructions on how to use it. It’s not entirely clear why, but instructions are not supplied with iPads. This happens somewhat unexpectedly, and you need to be prepared for it.

2. Unfortunately, you will not be able to immediately turn on and start using your newly purchased iPad. The fact is that first you need to activate it, that is, fill in some data and create an account for further work. In principle, this is not difficult, but not everyone succeeds in this procedure the first time. It is best to activate your iPad within WiFi range.

Previously, to activate an iPad you needed to have a personal computer, but now, thank God, there is no such need.

Finally

On the days when sales of each model began, large queues of people lined up in all countries wanting to be the first to purchase the new product. Now we can say with confidence that the iPad is very popular all over the world.

iPad (iPad, iPad) is a development by Apple and is a portable tablet with a touch screen.

iPad is a mobile tablet computer that provides access to the Global Network and is capable of performing many of the functions of a regular computer.

What does iPad mean?

The name “iPad” comes from the English word “pad” - “notepad”, with the addition of the “favorite” letter (prefix) of the American company Apple - the letter “i” at the beginning of the word. Other Apple names begin with the same letter:

• - mobile operating system for smartphones, electronic tablets and some other devices,
• (pronounced iPhone)
• iPod - portable media player
• iPad is a tablet.

iPad is pronounced in Russian - “Aiped” with emphasis on the second syllable. Quite often they say “iPad” in Russian, since in Russian it is quite difficult to emphasize the sound “e”; it doesn’t sound like ours, so we replace it with the sound “a”. The most accurate, from my point of view, meaning of the name

iPad is an Internet tablet manufactured by Apple Corporation.

Depending on the model, the iPad can use flash drives or more modern, high-speed ones as a data storage device.

This brand was first introduced in 2010 by Steve Jobs at a presentation in San Francisco. Literally a month later, about a million of these devices were sold, which indicates the high interest of consumers at that time, which was still a new product.

What can the iPad do?

This device (device) does not completely replace a computer or laptop, but has many of the functions of these devices. With its help, you can browse web pages and Internet sites, use all kinds of games, read e-books, play video and audio files, create photos and much more.

Many people believe that the iPad, unlike regular laptops and computers, is a computer for humanists. According to , the iPad implements technologies that are inseparable from the humanities. Humanists, as we know, must perceive and process a large amount of varied information from many sources. For this purpose, an iPad, an Internet tablet, may be useful to them.

iPad has similar functionality as Macbook (Apple laptops). But at the same time, in the iPad, unlike the Macbook, text is entered using a virtual keyboard. In addition, the iPad can also be equipped with an additional external keyboard (push-button, not virtual). With its help, you can type and edit texts, work with tables, formulas, and create drawings.

The best aspects of the iPad

First of all, thanks to its unique properties, the iPad differs from conventional tablets from other manufacturers

• longer battery life,
• sensitive touch screen,
• easy installation and removal of programs,
• reliability of the operating system (without freezes, slowdowns and other “brakes”).

The solidity of the device, its light weight and dimensions give it mobility that can be compared with conventional cell phones.

In addition, this Internet tablet stands out for its attractive appearance and workmanship. It has a stylish, durable and beautiful aluminum body.

The worst aspects of the iPad

The disadvantages of this device include:

• closedness (although in some cases this factor can be considered positive, especially to protect the system from users who like to “rummage” through files and folders),
• lack of familiar USB ports, including micro-USB (you have to use only less familiar and less common wireless technologies for connecting external devices) and
• lack of support for flash technology (the usual Flash Player) when watching videos in browsers, which is partially compensated by other Apple software).

Also, some of the disadvantages of the iPad include the length of time it takes to charge the battery (although this is later compensated by the long battery life), as well as the impossibility of upgrading (that is, updating by replacing components).

Connecting iPad to the Internet

When the iPad first appeared on the Russian market, its sales were hampered by the fact that it had limited options for connecting to the Internet. The most common and widely used option is a Wi-Fi connection. At that moment, it was not possible to find Wi-Fi everywhere outside the home or office, and Wi-Fi was not yet widespread at home or in the office.

Nowadays, of course, there are much more Wi-Fi options, which in turn contributes to the widespread use of the iPad.

In addition, some iPad models can accommodate micro-SIM cards. This opportunity did not appear immediately, and Russian mobile operators also did not immediately begin selling micro-SIM cards. But now this has ceased to be a problem.

So, if an iPad user wants to connect to the Internet through a mobile cellular operator, then he needs to select the appropriate iPad model (with a micro-SIM card), and purchase this card from the cellular operator. In other cases, the iPad allows you to connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi - this is its classic standard version.

If you insert a SIM card, then the iPad can distribute Wi-Fi in the same way as you can do with.

Since the start of sales of various models of this device, there have been long queues of people wanting to purchase them. At the moment, we can say that the iPad is popular, especially among amateurs and an established group of fans of Apple products.

From personal experience

When I finally had the opportunity to try working with the iPad, I was pleasantly surprised and not so pleasantly surprised by some aspects.

Charging and first use

Firstly, the iPad really takes quite a long time to charge from 220V, several hours. It already seemed that we couldn’t wait for the battery to be 100% charged. But after charging, the iPad battery “holds its charge” for a very long time, several days of fairly intensive work with the Internet and video. I have not seen similar results on other Steve Jobs devices (iPhone, ), nor on laptops, tablets and tablet PCs running Windows, nor on gadgets running Android OS.

After turning it on for the first time, the iPad booted up very quickly, even faster than the iPhone. I quickly downloaded data from the iPhone (for which I “asked” at the first start to bring the iPhone as close to the iPad as possible), and then downloaded updates to version 12 of MacOS, and just as quickly installed these updates.

Any similar operation on iPhone can take hours. Here, on the iPad, everything happened in a matter of minutes, or 10-15 minutes, no more. The device copies its data to iCloud just as quickly, many times faster than the iPhone, which even seemed strange to me.

Quality of displayed information

Pictures (Internet pages, videos, etc.) on the iPad turn out very smooth. There are no “jerks” inherent in small but noticeable delays in data processing on other gadgets and laptops. Everything looks very nice and nice.

About turning on and off

Another convenient thing about using the iPad is that it practically does not need to be downloaded before use. Once loaded, the iPad continues to work like an iPhone. If the gadget is left unattended for a long time (depending on the screen settings), then the screen automatically turns off. Or you can turn off the screen using the iPad's power off button with one click. This is how the iPad turns off, no actual shutdown is required.

Turning a constantly running iPad back on is done by pressing the same on/off button, or by pressing the main button. However, if a password is configured, then this password must be entered next. The picture that was on the screen when the screen was turned off will be immediately restored, and you can continue working from where you left off, as if nothing had happened.

Section 1. iPad Features and Specifications.

iPad - This Internet tablet produced by the Apple organization.

iPad: 1 GHz Apple A4

iPad 2: 1 GHz dual core Apple A5

iPad 3: 1 GHz dual core Apple A5X

iPad 4: 1.4 GHz dual core Apple A6X

The large display and on-screen keyboard make iPad an excellent device for taking notes and storing useful information. You can even send yourself a reminder via email.

Home, work and any other calendars are always at hand. iPad makes it easy to read and correct any schedule—even when you're juggling everything at once.

The Contacts app on iPad is more than just a list of names and phone numbers. It has many amazing and useful features. More details

One press of the Home button gives you access to all apps on your iPad.

You can do almost anything on the iPad. And multitasking allows you to do even more. Now you can work more productively, play more fun and combine different activities.

Folders let you store even more apps on your iPad. Organize your apps into folders to always have them at hand.

Now from the image on the screen to the paper copy - just one touch. AirPrint lets you print photos, emails, web pages, and more directly from iPad using any AirPrint-enabled printer.

Your digital content travels through the air. Stream music directly from your iPad to your AirPlay-enabled receiver or speakers wirelessly.

Games and communication - right on iPad. Find friends or let the app automatically match you with opponents. Keep track of your achievements and compare your best results.

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Whatever you're looking for, Spotlight Search has you covered.

Accessibility features are already built into iPad. People with disabilities can use all the features of iPad without installing any additional components.

Your iPad probably stores valuable data. And if it gets lost, the Find iPad feature will help you find it on the map, set a password remotely, display a message on the screen, and much more.

The iWork suite of office applications (Keynote, Pages and Numbers) has been completely redesigned for iPad. Now you can create stunning presentations, documents, and spreadsheets, save them as Microsoft Office files, and share them with Mac and PC users. Only by touch.

Reading on the iPad is a pleasure. The text is clear and bright. Pages turn with one touch. Books can be purchased from the iBookstore. To get started, simply download the free iBooks app.

Present with interesting graphic styles and elegant themes, amazing animations and effects, using new features designed specifically for iPad.

Pages has everything you need to create and design documents. Including templates created by Apple designers and convenient formatting tools.

Numbers has over 250 convenient features, a smart keyboard, customizable tables, and beautiful charts. You can create a wonderful table with just a few taps.

Accessories

The iPad Keyboard Dock is an iPad charging dock integrated with a full-size keyboard. Has a 3.5 mm jack output for audio output.

iPad Camera connection Kit allows you to import photos and videos from your digital camera (including all iPhone and iPod Touch models). Consists of two adapters: 30 pin > USB and 30 pin > SD slot.

iPad Dock Connector to VGA Adapter - adapter for connecting an external display. Only works with select iPad apps.

iPad USB Power Adapter - 10W USB Power Adapter lets you charge your iPad (and iPhone and iPod) from an electrical outlet.

IPad Case - the case will not only protect the device, but will also help you place it comfortably - the design of the case with a folding and folding lid allows you to place the iPad vertically (like a photo frame), or place it on your lap/table not flat, but at a more ergonomic angle.

iPad Dock - a simplified dock compared to the iPad Keyboard Dock. Used to connect and charge iPad. It also has a 3.5 mm jack output for audio output.

Apple Wireless Keyboard - wireless keyboard. Suitable not only for iPad, but also for any Mac computer (or PC - when installing the appropriate drivers), as well as iPhone.

There are two types of headphones from Apple - “droplets” and in-ear, armature type. Versions of headphones with a built-in remote control allow you to quite fully control the iPad player, as well as record voice notes.

Audio/video cables (combo and component).

iPad Pen - for taking notes in applications that use handwriting.

iPad Smart Cover - covers the screen, attaches to the iPad 2 using magnets. When the cover covers the screen, the iPad goes into sleep mode. There are ten different colors and two materials to choose from: leather and polyurethane.

Apple Digital AV Adapter is an adapter that allows you to connect your iPad to your TV using an HDMI interface. Everything that happens on the device screen is displayed on the monitor/TV screen (unlike a VGA adapter, which only displays YouTube videos, videos, photos, presentations in Keynote). The cable also has a 30-pin connector for charging the iPad.

In the first days after the iPad's release, some media and online forums began to criticize the name "iPad", noting its similarity to the word "Pad", a common name for sanitary pads. Wired News reported that this could make some women less willing to buy the product. Soon after the start of sales was announced, the hashtag “iTampon” became the second most discussed topic on the social network Twitter. It is worth noting that the Lenovo ThinkPad/IdeaPad line of computers did not cause a similar public outcry.

According to Steve Jobs, about 300 thousand iPads were sold on the first day, 250 thousand books were downloaded and about 1 million applications. The significant milestone of 1 million iPad computers sold was achieved, according to the head of the company, in 28 days - more than twice as short as the corresponding one for the iPhone (74 days).

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According to an analysis conducted by experts from the iSuppli organization, the net cost of producing iPad WiFi models of various configurations, including components and assembly of the device, ranges from $259.60 to $348.10 (from the minimum to the maximum configuration, respectively). This is more than previously estimated according to preliminary estimates. The most expensive components of the device are the display (25.9% of the net cost) and the touchscreen (12% of the net cost).

On April 14, 2010, a message was published on the Apple website: “Faced with unexpectedly high demand in the United States, we are forced to make a difficult decision: the start of iPad sales outside the United States is postponed by a month - until the end of May. We'll be announcing iPad pricing for different countries, as well as pre-orders outside the US, on May 10th. We recognize that our international customers who are waiting to purchase an iPad will be upset by this news, but we hope that they will be somewhat reassured by the reason for the delay - the unprecedented success of the iPad in the United States."

The modern market for mobile gadgets is so vast and diverse that it is difficult for an ordinary person to understand it.

It is necessary to carefully study the characteristics and functionality of the latest models from different manufacturers, compare them with each other and be able to choose the best ratio of versatility, power and price. Regular phones today are almost as capable as tablet computers. However, you can determine, at least for yourself, what is the difference between an iPad and a regular phone, even without being a professional in the field of mobile communications.

What is an iPad?

iPad, or iPad, is a tablet computer produced by the famous company Apple. The history of tablets began in January 2010 with the first iPad model, presented by Apple CEO Steve Jobs. Since then, the gadget has been updated and improved several times.

The latest version, iPad Pro, is available with a 12-inch or 9-inch screen, has 4 GB of RAM, and the amount of permanent memory, depending on the modification, is 32 GB, 128 GB or 256 GB.

High-performance 2-core processor provides excellent performance.

Traditionally, iPads are distinguished by high quality and reliability. iOS's own operating system is generally agreed to be much simpler and more user-friendly than Android. Using the App Store online service, the user gets access to a huge number of applications for all occasions.

Currently, their number exceeds 750 thousand, with approximately 300 thousand applications developed specifically for the iPad. What is especially important is that all applications are tested to exclude the possibility of virus infection with dangerous software.

Disadvantages and weaknesses of the iPad

Unfortunately, no technical solution is flawless - shortcomings and weaknesses can be found in any gadget. For iPad, according to many experts and ordinary users, this is:

The inability to expand the permanent memory using flash drives - the amount of memory available in the device remains unchanged throughout the life of the tablet;


- customization restrictions that significantly complicate the use of the gadget for “advanced” users who would like to expand their capabilities using certain applications;

Restrictions on playing flash videos, making it difficult to watch videos on the Internet;

Very high cost, several times higher than the prices of similar products from other companies.

To all of the above, we can add the lack of multitasking - only the latest generation of iPad Pro tablets can simultaneously run two applications.

How is an iPad different from a regular phone?

1. The main and main difference: a modern smartphone, with all its versatility, is designed for mobile calls, while the iPad does not provide this function. On your iPad, you can install one of the IP telephony programs - Skype or similar, and maintain voice communication with friends through its capabilities. But the iPad cannot use the mobile phone network to communicate.

2. iPad screen sizes range from 8 to 12 inches, while the largest phone screen does not exceed 6-7 inches.

3. The iPad has the iOS operating system, which is simple and reliable, while the vast majority of regular phones are Android gadgets. Compared to iOS, the Android system is more difficult to manage and more susceptible to virus attacks.

4. The performance, stability, reliability and durability of the iPad are significantly higher than those of conventional phones.

5. The choice of software products for iPads and for regular Android phones today is approximately the same, but their security and resistance to virus infection are still better on the iPad.

6. If you want to expand the permanent memory of your Android phone, you can easily do this by installing a memory card in the appropriate slot. The iPad does not allow any upgrades, including the installation of an additional memory card.

7. The cost of an iPad is significantly higher than the price of a regular phone.

If you prefer reliability, comfort and durability, then your choice will most likely be an iPad in combination with an inexpensive push-button phone that will confidently serve you for at least 6-7 years.


An ordinary modern smartphone will “live” with you for half or three times less time, but at the same time it will combine all the necessary functions in one body and for half or three times less money.