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The Apple iPad is not just a glorified iPhone. The range of iPad features means that it can offer users a more fulfilling entertainment and communication experience without having to stare at a small screen or lug around a heavy laptop. While it is being hailed as the next generation personal electronic device, the Apple iPad’s features makes it stand out from laptops and mobile phones both in ease of use and level of interaction.

For the less computer savvy individuals who only want to read and send emails, surf the net, type up a document or watch videos and listen to music, the Apple iPad is the answer.  The 9.7 inch widescreen allows you to perform all these functions without losing out on the experience due to the screen size. The Apple iPad’s multi-touch screen lets you interact with a web page in a natural manner, clicking, paging and zooming in with simple finger movements.

The multimedia features of the Apple iPad surpasses most mobile devices and you can watch TV, HD movies, podcasts and music videos or just browse through your photos with the crystal clear 1024×768 pixel resolution. The Apple iPad’s internet connectivity, either through a Wi-Fi network or 3G HSDPA, allows you to buy music through iTunes and e-books through the iBookstore without having to sync with your laptop or personal computer.

Jotting down notes, managing your daily schedule or updating your phone book is simple with the Apple iPad and if the virtual keyboard does not appeal to you, you can attach the iPad keyboard dock for a more PC feel. The handy Maps feature integrates satellite images as it uses Google Maps and if you have the WiFi plus 3G model, you can also use the assisted GPS function.

Those with physical impairments, visual and auditory, or learning disabilities have been catered for with the Apple iPad’s accessibility features, which comes standard with the device. Built-in speaker and microphone means that voice or video chatting is possible through VOIP and the Apple iPad’s impressive 10 hour usage time will not sap your battery with high processing power applications.

Weighing in at 0.73kg for the heavier Wi-Fi plus 3G model and measuring 242.8mm long by 189.7mm wide and 13.4mm thick, the Apple iPad is not small and flimsy by any measure yet it is compact enough to slip into your satchel or carry comfortably in your hand. Apart from the standard features, the host of apps available through the App store, both iPhone apps and new iPad apps, means that you are not limited to the standard apps yet do not have to fiddle with complex installations and compatibility issues.

The cheaper Wi-Fi only option, like the Wi-Fi plus 3G model, is available in 16, 32 or 64 gigabyte flash drive models and both have the same features minus the assisted GPS, which is only available with 3G connectivity. The most outstanding Apple iPad feature is the simplicity of use but despite its uncomplicated design, it still delivers in personal flexibility and technological capability.

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