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iPad Q&A (iPad FAQ, iPad Answers)
With the iPad Q&A you can get answers to all of your iPad-related questions from "What are the differences between the iPad 2 models? Which should I buy?" to "What is the battery life of the iPad in 'real-world' tests? Can you replace the battery?" and everything in between. Also see the iPad Troubleshooting & Repair Q&A.
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Most Frequently Asked iPad Q&As:
What are the differences between the iPad 2 models? Which should I buy?
Can the iPad be used to type documents? Can it open and save Microsoft Office files? Can it open and save PDF files?
What are the differences between the iPad 2 and the "Mid-2011" MacBook Air models? Which is best for my needs?
Is it possible to print documents directly from the iPad models or do they have to be transferred to a computer first?
How do you connect an iPad to a television or projector to display photos or video? What formats and resolutions does it support? What are the video out differences between the iPad and iPad 2?
What are the differences between the iPad 2 and the original iPad?
Can you purchase the iPad "unlocked" or is it tied to a wireless carrier?
What are the differences between the AT&T and Verizon data plans for the iPad 2? Which is a better deal for me?
What are the "pros and cons" of the iPad 2? Does it make sense for my needs?
What are the differences between the iPad 2, the iPod touch 4th Generation, and the iPhone 4 models? Which one is right for my needs?
iPad "Basics" Q&As:
What market is the iPad designed to reach? What type of needs does it address? Who is expected to buy it?
Can you make phone calls with the iPad?
What is Micro SIM? How is it different from a regular SIM card?
Do the iPad models have a SIM card?
Do the iPad models support an external keyboard? Do the iPad models support an external mouse?
Do the iPad models support pen input? Do they support handwriting recognition?
Do the iPad models have a camera? Do they support videoconferencing?
Is it possible to print documents directly from the iPad or do they have to be transferred to a computer first?
What is the viewing angle of the iPad? Is the screen visible from the sides or does it have to be held immediately in front of one person?
iPad Software & Software Compatibility Q&As:
What operating system do the iPad models use? Does it support multitasking?
Will operating system updates for the iPad models be free like the iPhone or will they cost money like the iPod touch?
What new features are offered by iPhone OS 4? Which iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad models are supported? How much does it cost? Is it free?
Can applications that run on the iPhone and iPod touch run on the iPad models? Can the iPad models run MacOS X applications?
Can the iPad run Linux?
Can the iPad be used to type documents? Can it open and save Microsoft Office files? Can it open and save PDF files?
Do the iPad models support Flash?
Do the iPad models support Voice Control?
Do the iPad models support Skype? Can they be used to make VOIP calls?
iPad 2 Comparison Q&As (Current):
What are the differences between the iPad 2 models? Which should I buy?
What are the differences between the iPad 2 and the original iPad?
What are the differences between the iPad 2, the iPod touch 4th Generation, and the iPhone 4 models? Which one is right for my needs?
What are the differences between the iPad 2 and the "Mid-2011" MacBook Air models? Which is best for my needs?
How does the iPad 2 compare to the "Late 2010" MacBook Air models available when the iPad 2 was released?
What are the differences between the AT&T and Verizon data plans for the iPad 2? Which is a better deal for me?
How does the performance of the iPad 2 compare to the original iPad? How much faster is the iPad 2?
What are the "pros and cons" of the iPad 2? Does it make sense for my needs?
Original iPad Comparison Q&As (Discontinued):
What exactly is the original iPad? What are the differences between iPad configurations? Is it an iPod? Is it a Mac?
What are the differences between the original iPad, the iPod touch 4th Generation, and the iPhone 4? Which one is right for my needs?
How does the original iPad compare to the iPod touch 3rd Generation and iPhone 4?
How does the original iPad compare to the iPod touch and iPhone that were available when the iPad was introduced?
How does the original iPad compare to the MacBook and MacBook Air that were available when the iPad was introduced? Which one is right for my needs?
How does the original iPad compare to the Amazon Kindle 2, Kindle DX and B&N nook? Which one is right for my needs?
How does the original iPad compare to the Axiotron ModBook? Which one is best for my needs?
What are the differences between the AT&T Wireless data plans for the original iPad? What are the differences between the plans for the iPad and the iPhone? What is the difference in total cost of ownership?
What are the "pros and cons" of the original iPad? Is it right for my needs? Is it "worth" buying?
iPad Expansion, Battery & Connectivity Q&As:
How much internal storage do the iPad models have? Can storage be expanded? Does the iPad have a MicroSD slot?
What is the battery life of the original iPad in "real-world" tests? Can you replace the battery?
What is the battery life of the iPad 2 in "real-world" tests? Is it possible to replace the battery?
Do the iPad models support Bluetooth?
Do the iPad models support an external keyboard? Do the iPad models support an external mouse?
How do you connect an iPad to a television or projector to display photos or video? What formats and resolutions does it support? What are the video out differences between the iPad and iPad 2?
Can the iPad models be used as an external display for a Mac?
Can you connect a camera to the iPad to transfer photos? How do you connect a camera to transfer photos? Does it have an SD card slot? Does the iPad work with the iPod Camera Connector?
iPad Functionality Q&As:
How does it "feel" to type on the iPad glass display? How easy is it to type?
Do the iPad models support pen input? Do they support handwriting recognition?
Do the iPad models have a camera? Do they support videoconferencing?
How "good" are the cameras provided by the iPad 2? Will the iPad 2 cameras meet my needs?
How do you connect an iPad to a television or projector to display photos or video? What formats and resolutions does it support? What are the video out differences between the iPad and iPad 2?
Can the iPad models be used as an external display for a Mac?
Can you connect a camera to the iPad to transfer photos? How do you connect a camera to transfer photos? Does it have an SD card slot? Does the iPad work with the iPod Camera Connector?
Is it possible to print documents directly from the iPad models or do documents have to be transferred to a computer first?
iPad Network & Wireless Q&As:
What are the differences between the AT&T Wireless data plans for the original iPad? What are the differences between the plans for the iPad and the iPhone? What is the difference in total cost of ownership?
What are the differences between the AT&T and Verizon data plans for the iPad 2? Which is a better deal for me?
Can you purchase the iPad "unlocked" or is it tied to a wireless carrier?
What is 3G? How much faster is 3G than EDGE in real-world tests?
What is A-GPS?
Do the iPad models support Bluetooth?
iPad Design & Purchasing Q&As:
Who designed the iPad?
What font does the iPad interface use?
What are the "pros and cons" of the original iPad? Is it right for my needs? Is it "worth" buying?
What are the "pros and cons" of the iPad 2? Does it make sense for my needs?
Where is the iPad available for purchase? Can it be purchased from Apple Authorized Resellers?
Can you purchase the iPad "unlocked" or is it tied to a wireless carrier?
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