Apple has released the next generation of the iPad and have named it iPad 2.
The iPad 2 has the same size 9.7″ screen as it’s predecessor but now sports both a front facing camera as well as a rear facing camera that will also record 720p HD video which also means that Facetime is now available for the iPad 2.
A new dual-core A5 processor yields significant performance gains of approximately 2x faster and 9x the graphics performance. Video output to 1080p is now available as an option as well.
The iPad 2 is about 1/3rd slimmer and 15% lighter than the original iPad. The construction lends to a very rigid, sturdy, and comfortable to hold. Both black and white color models will be available.
Even with all of the performance gains and slimmer housing, the iPad 2 will provide 10 hours of battery life.
A new magnetic cover has been designed to semi-fold and roll up and act as stand (similar to how the original iPad cover converts to a stand).The iPad 2 detects when the cover is open and instantly wakes from sleep. It also detects when the cover is placed on the display and instantly puts it to sleep. There are 10 color choices to choose from.
The pricing has been posted to the Apple.com website and will be shipping out on March 11, 2011.
WiFi Only
16GB $499
32GB $599
64GB $699
AT&T 3G
16GB $629
32GB $729
64GB $829
Verizon 3G
16GB $629
32GB $729
64GB $829
Apple Insider has reported that “a well-connected industry insider has relayed that Apple’s second generation iPad will include a built-in USB port when it launches in 2011.”
A big question that I have is whether or not the USB port will be limited to the importing of photos (as in the current iPad adapter) or if it will serve as a fully functional USB port.
Ipad 2 to be released in January 2011?
Big question. Only time will tell.
Rumor list:
- Same size 9.7″ screen
- Flat back (like iPhone 4)
- Bezel width 3mm smaller
- Retina display
- Wide range speaker
The rumors are everywhere. New iPad for 2011. This time slimmer, lighter, a better resolution display, and front and rear mounted cameras.
More rumors state that Jobs will be announcing in January and will be delivering to stores in April. I can’t wait!
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