ScottC Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 Not long now until the unveiling of the new iPad3 and Apple Tv3. It all kicks off at 6:00pm Linky I know Scott M will be watching with anticipation Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguel Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 If their last product release was anything to go by, I predict a yawn fest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnny g Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 I never heard it was an Apple TV3 launch today - I hope so though, my cousin bought an Apple TV2 last Saturday I'm watching to see what the iPad 3 brings - and which model I'll get in California this summer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottC Posted March 7, 2012 Author Share Posted March 7, 2012 Courtesy of Gizmodo The new iPad is here. Apple's new tablet computer has arrived and its ultra-sharp 2048 x 1536 pixel Retina display is enough to set it apart from anyone else. It's almost like looking at a glossy magazine page. It also has much more powerful guts, with a much faster processor, graphics and more memory. And it's 4G ready. Retina display The Retina display looks gorgeous. The screen has a 264 pixels per inch density. That's a total 3.1 million pixels in a full color IPS screen. The image color seems a lot better too. They say it has 44 percent more saturation than the previous IPS technology they were using. Apple claims that it is still a Retina display because, when you held it at a normal distance, you just can't see the pixels. That distance is 15 inches. For the iPhone, which has a smaller screen, it is 10 inches. I can't wait to test this thing with all my comics. Processor and graphics power The processor is an A5X, which includes a quad-core graphics module. It's going to need all that graphics muscle if it has to push 3.1 million pixels. According to Apple, it's twice as fast as a Tegra 3 and has "four times" the graphics performance. New camera The new iPad has a new camera on the back. It has a 5-megapixel side-iluminated sensor, with 5-element lens and an infrared filter. It's basically the same configuration of the iPhone 4S. The camera is also capable of capturing 1080p video, which obviously looks razor sharp on the iPad's display. The video, like the iPhone 4S, is also stabilized. Dictation The new iPad's operating system offers a new microphone button, which will allow you to dictate emails, presumably using Siri technology. No mention of actual Siri assitance. 4G LTE connectivity Apple says the new 4G LTE connectivity will give you 21Mbps on HSPA+ networks, 42Mbps on DC-HSDPA and 73Mbps on LTE. Of course, these speeds are theoretical. It will run on both AT&T and Verizon networks. According to Phil Schiller, the new model "has the most wireless bands that has ever shipped." Launch date You will be able to get it on March 16, but the preorder starts today. It will be available in the US, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Switzerland and Japan on the same day. The price is $499, $599 and $699 for 16, 32, and 64GB. If you want 4G LTE, you will have to spend $629, $729, and $829. The Next Apple TV: Finally Big Beautiful HD The Apple TV is a lovely little device, and the newest version puts extra emphasis on those adjectives: the pushes out a gorgeous, crisp 1080p picture in the same teensy package. This is so, so long overdue. Until now, the Apple TV has been stuck at 720p, which, although still considered "HD," has lost a lot of its lustre in the era of Blu-ray, which boosts the resolution considerably. But what's the point of an Apple TV that streams movies in 1080p if none of the movies are in 1080p? No point at all! So of course, the new box will support movies and TV shows in 1080p—including unlimited streaming of movies you've purchased before, via iCloud. Need help figuring out what to watch? An iTunes music-style Genius will tell you what to watch. The UI itself is also getting an HD overhaul, with a new, simplified menu of shiny chiclet icons. It'll pull in iTunes Match, your iCloud Photo Stream, and pretty much everything the Apple TV offered last time around. Now it's presented with less text. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian W Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 Bring on Vegas / San Fran in September when I'll probably pick up one of these while I'm there (that's if I don't lose a fortune in Vegas lol) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 So nothing of any note has actually changed then, other than the GFX chip? I've never noticed anything wrong with the screen. That resolution is absolutely pointless on such a small screen, granted it'll look amazingly sharp when on the home screens but other than that it's a bit much of a muchness. I certainly wouldn't be selling up and "upgrading" to get a screen I won't really notice MUCH difference in (although I don't use my ipad outside, it might make a difference for the park bench users if the saturation is that much improved). The same can be said with the processor though, I don't think it needs to be overly powerful as it copes just fine as it is. The GFX side on the otherhand is a good update that I feel is needed, especially where that res is concerned. Another cash pinata for very little real world gain by the looks of it, those guys are genuises. They could convince the Arabs they need more sand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 I working out in the states in May, though not tempted by the iPad3 (Scott M has most likely had a heart attack by now). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian W Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 Another cash pinata for very little real world gain by the looks of it, those guys are genuises. They could convince the Arabs they need more sand. They're what now? As you say though, I doubt I'd upgrade to an iPad 3 if I already had an iPad 2 (I don't though ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The-Plethora Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 looking for details on removeable storage. No flash yet either? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 So nothing of any note has actually changed then, other than the GFX chip? I've never noticed anything wrong with the screen. That resolution is absolutely pointless on such a small screen, granted it'll look amazingly sharp when on the home screens but other than that it's a bit much of a muchness. I certainly wouldn't be selling up and "upgrading" to get a screen I won't really notice MUCH difference in (although I don't use my ipad outside, it might make a difference for the park bench users if the saturation is that much improved). The same can be said with the processor though, I don't think it needs to be overly powerful as it copes just fine as it is. The GFX side on the otherhand is a good update that I feel is needed, especially where that res is concerned. Another cash pinata for very little real world gain by the looks of it, those guys are genuises. They could convince the Arabs they need more sand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 They're what now? As you say though, I doubt I'd upgrade to an iPad 3 if I already had an iPad 2 (I don't though ) If you don't have any get a Galaxy Tab 10.1. If you don't like it I'll hand you my iPad and £300. I'll even pray to the god of your choice that you take the deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 looking for details on removeable storage. No flash yet either? Welcome to Apple, if it's broke and we can't make money off of it.... don' fix it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian W Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 looking for details on removeable storage. No flash yet either? Flash is done and dusted isn't it? Why would they want to support that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 I am about to acquire a brand new 64gb Ipad 1. Keep or sell, that is the question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian W Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 If you don't have any get a Galaxy Tab 10.1. If you don't like it I'll hand you my iPad and £300. I'll even pray to the god of your choice that you take the deal. My dad bought the smaller Galaxy Tab and to be honest, although it's good it's hardly lightning quick and is quite a bulky little thing. Is the 10.1 a big improvement? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 looking for details on removeable storage. No flash yet either? Nope, and they won't have it - which from a security perspective is spot on, not to mention cloud technology these days, I don't even own a memory stick. Flash? Back in the 90's yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 Flash is done and dusted isn't it? Why would they want to support that? Loads of sites, games, etc still use flash. It's still very much in use and still very much important for a complete 'nowadays' support list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 My dad bought the smaller Galaxy Tab and to be honest, although it's good it's hardly lightning quick and is quite a bulky little thing. Is the 10.1 a big improvement? Night and day mate, seriously they aren't even in the same ballpark. You will see that with the pricetag though lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottC Posted March 7, 2012 Author Share Posted March 7, 2012 Just for Scott M http://www.apple.com/ipad/#video Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 Need quicktime, not a fan of that either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottC Posted March 7, 2012 Author Share Posted March 7, 2012 Need quicktime, not a fan of that either Get with the times man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 Night and day mate, seriously they aren't even in the same ballpark. You will see that with the pricetag though lol. I nearly brought the smaller one too, seriously too expensive though. It was £100 more for the equivalent 32GB iPad. Holding them both together though the Galaxy Tablet was too small in size and very plasticy in comparison to an iPad. The newer Galaxy Tab is a much better improvement & I agree I'd be tempted now. Example: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-Galaxy-7-inch-Bluetooth-Android/dp/B0042D75TU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottC Posted March 7, 2012 Author Share Posted March 7, 2012 http://events.apple.com.edgesuite.net/123pibhargjknawdconwecown/event/index.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si_s Supe Posted March 8, 2012 Share Posted March 8, 2012 Just ordered my new iPad! Excited much!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted March 8, 2012 Share Posted March 8, 2012 http://events.apple.com.edgesuite.net/123pibhargjknawdconwecown/event/index.html[/url] I have to admit to not being too well up on the tech side of things but TBH, I expected more of a wow factor than the event actually gave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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