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Apple Cage Match – iPad Vs iPhone and iPod Touch
25
Jul
Many people consider the iPad a bigger version of the iPhone or iPod Touch, and admittedly there is overlap in functionality. But I don’t see Apple purposely making a product that directly competes with their iPhone and iPod cash cows. With that in mind, let’s look at where these devices will cross paths and which one has an advantage.
Convenience
Since the iPhone is you know, a phone, it will often never leave your side. It rules as a go to device when you need to get access to something right this second. The iPad’s size while svelt, won’t exactly fit in your pocket. While more convenient to drag around than say a laptop, the iPad won’t replace the iPhone as the go to device when needing to know the population of Kazastan during a conversation, or an replace an iPod when working out at the gym.
Usability
While the iPhone has greatly improved, if not reinvented, the user experience for a smart phone, the screen is only so big. I have tried using the iPhone as a ebook reader and personal video device and I can only stand the eye strain for so long. Even viewing webpages for any extended period of time can become bothersome on an iPhone or iPad Touch. The iPad’s 9.7 inch screen, nearly 4 times larger, will allow for much more pleasant extended viewing sessions. The larger screen will also allows us fat fingered types to navigate apps easier and allow developers more screen space to display data.
Cost
Compared to a $99 iPhone or a $199 iPod Touch, the $499 for the 16GB iPad may seem steep. But we must remember the the iPhone price is subsidized by At&T and requires a 2 year contract to get that price. Also the $199 iPod Touch is only an 8GB model, the 32GB will cost you $299. Given Steve Job’s statement of the iPad being positioned between the iPhone and the MacBook in Apple’s product line up, we should also compare the iPad’s price to the $999 cost of an entry level MacBook. While not exactly cheap, $499 for a 16GB iPad isn’t unreasonable.
Apps
Since the iPad will run nearly all iPhone and iPod Touch apps, there will not be a lack of applications at launch time. If you already have a large library of apps in iTunes, you will be able to use these on an iPad without repurchasing. The iBook Store and iBook app will be limited to the iPad, and as developers come on board, exclusive iPad only apps will begin to appear. The price premium for an iPad optimized app is still unknown, but I would not be surprised to see an average price of $4.99.
Final Thoughts
Will the iPad cannibalize sales of other Apple products? For those who do not currently own an iPod Touch, or don’t/can’t get an iPhone, investing instead in an iPad could be a logical move. But since you won’t be jogging with your iPad to listen to music, or answering phone calls with it, I don’t see sales of iPhones and iPods being affected much. I will be very curious to see the numbers on people who bought an iPad and also own an iPhone or iPod Touch versus those that don’t.
To learn more about the iPad or to read news, reviews and iPad commentary, visit: http://ipadcorral.com.
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The Consumers Apple Computer Buying Guide
25
Jul
Laptops are small sized portable computers that can sit on someone’s lap. Since you place the computer on top of your lap, the term laptop has been coined. Often, Apple laptops my go under the name of notebooks due to its size and to a lesser extent its functions. These portable computers serve the same purpose of regular computers but they are convenient to carry around and travel with. In the case of Apple made laptops, they are referred to as iBooks or simply the MacBooks. The Mac is short for Macintosh, which is Apple’s brand name for their computers.
Apple computers can vary drastically from other laptops on the market. One of the primary differences is that they come equipped with Apple operating systems instead of Microsoft based operating systems. However, the ability to run other operating systems on Apple laptops can be done. If your laptop comes with Mac OS X Leopard and you are used to using Windows XP, this can require some knowledge of Mac products. This in itself isn’t a problem but trying to find computer software that’s compatible with Apple may be. Nevertheless, graphic design artist and musicians often prefer Apple based laptops over competitors. This is because Apple clearly has the upper hand in several key points of computer technology. Over the last couple of years, students have left their standard laptop models and have switched to Apple in large numbers. Here are some popular Apple laptops detailing some of there many features.
Apple iBook G3
integrated ethernet/Apple G3 800MHz processor/256 MB of RAM/Mac OS 10 pre-installed/30 GB hard drive/56K modem/airport wireless card/Cdrom drive ready to access media/12.1-inch TFT LCD
Apple Powerbook G4
60GB Ultra ATA 100 hard driveAirPort Extreme wireless networking and internal Bluetooth/DVI, VGA, S-video and composite video support/Combo (DVD-ROM/CD-RW) optical drive/two USB 2.0 ports and FireWire 400/256MB of 333 MHz DDR SDRAM
Prices for Apple laptops are consistent with other brands that are out. Prices can range from a little over one thousand dollars all the way up to three thousand dollars for new Apple laptops. It’s roughly the same for other models as well. Below are other models out that can be customized to your liking by interchanging parts.
Other Apple laptop models
Apple MacBook Air
Apple MacBook
Apple MacBook Pro
Apple iBook G4
Apple laptops parts
OEM Batteries/Hard Drive Caddies/Internal Drives/CPU’s/Circuit Boards/Keyboards/Cooling Fans/Miscellaneous Items/Inverters/OEM AC Adapters/DC Power Jacks/OEM Memory/Cables/Hard Drive Adapters/LCD Displays/Plastic Case
Not all laptop parts will work with Apple computers. Research should be done beforehand to determine if problems that may arise can be fixed in your area. This is because not all computer technicians are familiar with Apple products since Microsoft based computers dominate the market. Finding parts and people to install them may be very limited.
Conclusion
Ultimately what it all comes down to is your own personal taste. All laptops work primarily the same and have the same parts but things such as speed, weight and look are often the main areas laptop buyers look into when trying to decide on a laptop. Price and feature wise, Apple laptops are well worth the price. However, as I mentioned earlier, Microsoft, Windows users will need to prepare to get acquainted with the Apple based applications before they make the switch.
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Apple MacBook Air MC233LL-A 13.3 Inch Laptop
24
Jul
At its slimmest point it is 0.16 inch thick while at its thickest it is 0.76 inch which means that the Apple MacBook Air MC233LL/A is still one of the world’s thinnest laptops available. Not much has really changed with this 13.3-Inch laptop’s style and design as it bears the same aluminum uni-body look and feel. Its keyboard keys are full sized and follow the chiclet-like style which makes for very comfortable and accurate typing while its multi-gesture track-pad is just awesome to use. At 3.0 pounds, it weighs a bit more than a netbook but is still the lightest laptop in its class.
Specifications for the Apple MacBook Air MC233LL/A have been upped somewhat as it now sports what the standard Apple MacBook Pro series is offering. This includes an Intel Core 2 Duo processor running at 1.86GHz with 2GB of DDR3 memory and Nvidia GeForce 9400M graphics. The 13.3 inch screen offers a 1280 x 800 pixel resolution while the hard drive is set at a rather small 120GB worth of storage. If you choose the slightly upper scale version you get the 2.13GHz processor with a 128GB solid state drive. The laptop offers 802.11 b / g wireless wi-fi and Bluetooth connectivity. As expected of Apple laptops, other connections are limited down to a single USB port, one mini DisplayPort and one audio jack.
Feature-wise the Apple MacBook Air MC233LL/A retains a built-in non-removable custom lithium polymer battery for up to 5 hours or more wireless performance. The laptop can handle office applications, Internet browsing and some light gaming. In addition, its 13.3 inch screen and better graphics allow it to handle smooth 720p HD video. As usual, it’s the laptop’s Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard operating system which steals the show as it makes everything seamless and so easy to use. Regardless of how strong the uni-body is, the screen can still flex and sitting on the Apple MacBook Air MC233LL/A will definitely break it so be a bit more careful with it.
Overall, the Apple MacBook Air MC233LL/A is an excellent super stylish laptop for the trendsetter on the go, as you’ll get a lot of admiring second and third looks just for the laptop alone. Its great that style isn’t all that the laptop has as it can do practically anything that a 13.3 inch laptop can do, making it a great choice for virtually anyone except the most extreme user.
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Cheap Apple Logic Board Repair
23
Jul
Were you told it was better to purchase a new apple computer due to a faulty logic board problem? Have you had your mother board replaced multiple times by the apple stores or an authorized apple repair center? That is a shame. There are other options out there. The most cost effective is an actual apple logic board level repair. Let me clarify. This is the repair of your own logic board.
The one in your machine that you took good care of. What you don’t want to do is, trust a refurbished board that you never owned. Who knows where that apple logic board came from! The average replacement logic board cost approximately $600 dollars! That does not include labor. The best part about getting your apple mother board repaired is there are no worries about parts for some of the older machines not being available.
The apple stores have told people they cannot get parts for some of the Ibooks.That thier 1.33 ghz g4 that runs like a champ otherwise is not worth fixing. I bet you would fix it for 150 dollars though if it included labor and return shipping? Why not, it is Way more cost effective in this economy to repair something than buy a new one. When searching for a shop to repair your apple laptop, Ibook, Ibook G4, macbook, macbook pro, powerbook, or Imac logic boards, make sure they do quality control testing of the repair.
That is why it is best to send the complete unit. It enables the company to test the mother board repair and make sure you will not have the same issue repeat itself later. The average price should be around $250 dollars for the apple computer repairs. This should include labor, and a warranty. A lot of refurbished unknown origin logic boards do not come with a warranty.
This rate should vary based on the age of the machine and the speed. Always make sure the company has a live operator available during business hours to answer questions and provide updates through phone and or email. These updates should keep you informed about The repair and replacement of your apple laptop, Ibook, Ibook G4, macbook, macbook pro, powerbook, or Imac logic boards, apple logic boards.
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Apple Introduces Revolutionary New Laptop With No Keyboard
23
Jul
The MacBook Wheel lets consumers accomplish everyday tasks like typing with just a few dozen spins and clicks of a wheel.
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What is the difference between an original Apple MacBook battery and the replacement batteries?
28
Feb
I am looking to buy a new battery for my MacBook. I am looking to buy it on eBay. I notice there are two types of batteries on sale. One is an “original” MacBook battery, which I’m assuming is a brand new battery. The second is a rechargeable battery (like the ones sold on the Apple website). Is there a difference between these two or are is the difference really just that the ones that say “original” are actual Apple batteries. The other ones do not say “Apple,” so I’m assuming they’re just generic batteries.
Best reply by I’m Always Right:
some of them are probably generic, while others are apple-made. though this is ebay that we’re talking about here, so both could very well be imitation batteries.
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What apple computer should I get if I want smooth gaming and general use for a slightly tight budget?
03
Aug
I want fast framerate for oblivion and lord of the rings online so should I get an iMac or macbook pro? Or do you suggest another one from apple?
Best reply by halo5072:
try going to apples website and find out
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