iPad a huge flop?

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thread starter churroz Jan 31 2010 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

So yes, there is a huge buzz about the iPad, because it's a new Apple product, it's supposed to be "revolutionary", yada yada. But if you ask me I think it's a big flop. Apple really had a chance to make something AMAZING here, and they missed out big time. The idea of a whole new type of PC--small + portable, touch screen, extremely user friendly (a serious computer using iPod/iPhone like software would be absolutely revolutionary) was good, but they didn't do it right. So first of all, the big one: no multitasking? Seriously, this one factor alone pretty much makes the whole product useless. If you need a new main computer or portable computer then multitasking is a must; with this missing it's pretty much just a big iPod, what's the point? And then of course, you have the problem with flash. If you want to compete with the netbook market, you need to have all of the major functions of any regular computer >< So what's up with this eBook thing? Apple just got greedy here, trying to get their hands on too many markets with one product. If you want to make an eBook with other functions, then get a screen that doesn't strain the eyes, with lower battery usage and minimal functions. If you want to go for a full blown computer and you can't deal with the battery/screen issue, then just screw the eBooks.. make a different product. iBook anyone? Another big one-- no standard input/output. I mean no USB? That's just ridiculous. Hooking up to another computer to charge? Also ridiculous. Instead of floating between a serious computer and a fun-to-use toy, pick one. No webcam? Webcam is a BIG deal in today's market. Nuff said. Not to mention the TINY storage space. Why not spring for a 128G? Even the cheapest netbooks will have 100+ these days. Finally, this one is more of something I feel. Yes, with the whole user-friendly idea, we can forget about all of our crap. But some BASIC level of file management would be nice with a netbook competitor. I guess I was expecting more of a serious computer with this product. Sure, they got the low price tag on it, but I would have much rathered pay a good grand or 1500 for a COMPUTER, rather than 500 for a useless toy. This could have been absolutely AMAZING. If they had just gone that extra little bit from iPod touch to computer, they would have captured the entire market. Imagine a portable, lightweight, long-lasting battery tablet computer that can standalone with webcam and optional mouse/keyboard and some basic file management when you need it. If Apple wanted this to have a serious impact on the netbook/pc market then they should have made sure that it had the standard features that any other computer with a regular OS would. So I'm REALLY upset with the iPad, I was looking forward to a whole new generation of computers, but eeeuh. Anyway just a rant haha I know I might be a bit biased >< Discuss, and do you think this will be a success or a flop? And do you think that apple will come out with a second or thir

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tiganior1 01/31/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

It's getting some serious attention because of the name. (How it implies a certain sanitary product for women)

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churroz 01/31/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

[quote] tiganior1 : It's getting some serious attention because of the name. (How it implies a certain sanitary product for women) [/quote] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsjU0K8QPhs Old video but even funnier now xD

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Hoppesangon 01/31/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

[quote] tiganior1 : It's getting some serious attention because of the name. (How it implies a certain sanitary product for women) [/quote] Haha @TS Well I didn't read that, but you can't really say it's a flop until it's released and you see the sales.

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tiganior1 01/31/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

[quote] churroz : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsjU0K8QPhs Old video but even funnier now xD [/quote] MadTV is psychic. PSYCHIC!

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Xagerate 01/31/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

So now we wait for the ipad 2g

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Caeg 01/31/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

[quote] tiganior1 : It's getting some serious attention because of the name. (How it implies a certain sanitary product for women) [/quote] Everyone else took "slate" and "tablet" so that's all apple could think of to be original. :/

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dimo 01/31/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

If I had shares in Apple I would sell like crazy.

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FelixIsaac 01/31/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

[quote] churroz : I guess I was expecting more of a serious computer with this product. Sure, they got the low price tag on it, but I would have much rathered pay a good grand or 1500 for a COMPUTER, rather than 500 for a useless toy. This could have been absolutely AMAZING. If they had just gone that extra little bit from iPod touch to computer, they would have captured the entire market. Imagine a portable, lightweight, long-lasting battery tablet computer that can standalone with webcam and optional mouse/keyboard and some basic file management when you need it. If Apple wanted this to have a serious impact on the netbook/pc market then they should have made sure that it had the standard features that any other computer with a regular OS would. So I'm REALLY upset with the iPad, I was looking forward to a whole new generation of computers, but eeeuh. Anyway just a rant haha I know I might be a bit biased >< [/quote] low price tag? boy, i bought my mini mac with $500. Hell, you can custom build an awesome computer that can run basically everything with $500. It may be more portable than computers, but still, it doesn't seem that portable. To me, this is basically just an iPod Touch increased in size. And dollar.

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churroz 01/31/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

@hoppesangon and dimo: pretty sure apple shares dropped like $4.50 a few hours after the unveiling of the iPad LOL And I'm not saying that people won't buy it, alot of stupid people/apple fans/people who feel like a new toy and can afford it will still buy it. It just isn't what we were waiting for and it definitely won't have sales as great as those of the ipod touch or iphone

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Hoppesangon 01/31/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

[quote] churroz : @hoppesangon and dimo: pretty sure apple shares dropped like $4.50 a few hours after the unveiling of the iPad LOL And I'm not saying that people won't buy it, alot of stupid people/apple fans/people who feel like a new toy and can afford it will still buy it. It just isn't what we were waiting for and it definitely won't have sales as great as those of the ipod touch or iphone [/quote] They quickly rose after the price was announced.

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dimo 01/31/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

I honestly can not see a single novel use for it. Nothing. Null. Naught. To me it's pretty much an overpriced digital photo frame with audio capability.

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md211 01/31/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

I think it's pretty cool IMO, it's not suppose to be a computer, just like a tool. You know like of those screen things that the people in Avatar used? This could lead to that. (idk just assuming)

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Hoppesangon 01/31/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

[quote] dimo : I honestly can not see a single novel use for it. Nothing. Null. Naught. To me it's pretty much an overpriced digital photo frame with audio capability. [/quote] Same, I love AAPL, but I mean. What's the point?

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EenRite 01/31/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

not gonna read all of that but you should be able to tell just from looking at it that it's completely useless

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