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Apple has labeled its new iPad
device as a "revolutionary" new tool. And when it comes to
consuming internet information and media, they just might be
right. If you spend time creating information (writing
documents, editing photographs or video, creating
spreadsheets, coding software) the iPad will probably not be
your device of choice. Your desk computer or laptop is a
better tool for that. But when it comes to browsing the web,
watching streaming video (even television and movies),
checking email, updating your Facebook and Twitter pages on
the fly, you will find the iPad to be a superb platform.
Going off on a weekend trip? Leave your laptop at home. Your
iPad will probably do everything you want.
The iPad's touch interface is a
true work of genius. It is easy, even fun to use. There's no
learning curve. The first time you try it, you'll have it
figured out in minutes. Apple has put pleasure back into
everyday computing.
It is believed that
approximately 300,000 iPads were sold on its opening day.
And within its first month, close to 1 million of the
slimline devices were at work in the hands of happy users.
Industry pundits estimate that Apple will sell from 5 to 7
million iPads during 2010.
The iPad represents a new class
of consumer computing device. Similar offerings from other
companies will be hitting the shelves very soon and most
will likely be very popular. It isn't the Apple logo that is
going to make this type of tablet computer a monumental hit.
It is the fun and convenience that come from a flat profile,
large screen, and finger touch interface. If you don't have
one now, you probably will very soon.
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