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Apple iPad 2 (Wi-Fi, 3G, 32 GB)
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Approximate retail price:
$629.00
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Summary: A 9.7-inch tablet with iOS 5.0, Wi-Fi, and 3G from AT&T and Verizon. Tested with 32GB of storage. Uses the Apple App Store for downloading apps.
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Type: 9- to 12-inch models
About - Apple iPad 2 (Wi-Fi, 3G, 32 GB)

The Apple iPad 2 (Wi-Fi, 3G, 32 GB) is part of the tablet test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, tablet models like the iPad 2 (Wi-Fi, 3G, 32 GB) are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.


Ease of use:
Based on a variety of scenarios, including reading books, playing media, and using email and the Web.

Display:
Covers display color, viewing angle, brightness and glare.

Touch response:
Responsiveness of the touchscreen when selecting and moving objects or typing.
Features & Specs - Apple iPad 2 (Wi-Fi, 3G, 32 GB)
info Screen size (in.) 9.7
info Internal storage (GB) 32
info Operating system iOS 5.0
info Cellular data Yes
info Memory-card reader No
info Webcam Yes
info Camera Yes
info GPS Yes
info Approved app market Yes
info Length (in.) 9.5
info Width (in.) 7.3
info Depth (in.) 0.3
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Additional Information (The information below has been supplied by an external source.)
General Information
Manufacturer Apple, Inc
Manufacturer Website Address www.apple.com
Product Line iPad 2
Product Model MC983LL/A
Product Name iPad 2 MC983LL/A Tablet Computer
Product Type Tablet Computer
User Reviews - Apple iPad 2 (Wi-Fi, 3G, 32 GB)
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1.0
Terrible for photo management
3/30/2012
Pros
Beautiful screen
Good battery life
Good browser
Cons
Hard to transfer in out
Best Uses
Web Surfing
Comment:
Have owned this for one year. The iPhoto app is incredible but it is too difficult to import or export photos. You can not simply drag photos in or out of the device. You must go through itunes which is not easy at all. I find it too frustrating to use this device so I think I'm going to stop using it and wait for a Windows 8 tablet. I honestly feel that because it is so hard to transfer items in and out of the device and between apps that the device is worthless. I would not buy another one.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
 
1.0
An over weight Toy
3/15/2012
Pros
face to face
Great Screen
Quick on
Cons
Apples restrictions
Low Def photos
OS bugs
Price
Printer restrictions
To heavy
Best Uses
Face to Face
Games
Quick Internet Searches
Comment:
The iPad is just a poor over sized iPhone (I love my iPhone, best device I own), it to heavy, the OS is buggy (like W98), Apple limites what software will run on it, no flash,...., the screen freezes, if I squize the frame to hard it does commands. Most of the Apps are iPhone apps and look funny on the big screen. Just tried to hook up my new wifi Canon printer but it's not on Apple's approved list, but my 5 PC can get to it just fine. Just another one of the many things it can't do. It looks to me that the engineering wasn't complete and it was rushed to market. It's way over priced, but Apple lovers will pay just to say they have one. It's a 21 century Hula Hoop.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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5.0
Best tool yet
3/4/2012
Pros
Compatibility
ICloud syncing
Long Battery Life
Portability
uses
Cons
Price
Best Uses
Access to information
Business Presentations
Comment:
When I bought my iPad I was unsure as to how I would use it. The compatibility with my Mac & iPhone plus the available apps and Internet browsing made me reconize the potential of the device. In my work (sales & finance) I make numerous presentations daily. The iPad connects easily to projectors or TV making it easy to make visual presentations that are professional looking. The ease of use does not distract from the purpose of the presentation. In the past I carried large binders, pamphlets, and other presentation materials - now everything is on the iPad. Further, I have reference materials and manuals that I can access quickly. Anyone required to make presentations must look at the iPad. The long battery life is a strong feature.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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