So, how did Techfactotum fair in our speculation of the new iPad? Here is a summary:
| Included? | Notes | |
| 4G | Yes | 4G LTE |
| SIRI | No | |
| Higher Res Screen | Yes | Retina Display (2048×1536 vs 1024×768) |
| New Processor | Yes | A5X (vs. A5) |
| More Storage | Yes | 64GB vs 16GB |
| Thunderbolt | No | |
| Built-in SD Card Slot | No | |
| Better Camera | Yes | 5MP iSight |
| Carbon Fiber Case | yes | http://gonuu.com/product/NUU-CarbonCase |
We will work harder on predicting the iPad 4 features!
A co-worker just asked if she should wait for the iPad 3 to be released or get an iPad 2 now. Looking into my crystal ball, I suspect that the advantage of an iPad 3 might be…
4G, SIRI, higher res screen and a new processor.
I can also dream and say that Quin thinks Apple should make an iPod-Pad, which is smaller than an iPad but bigger than a iPod. Having played with a Kindle Fire over the holiday, I think it would be a similar form factor, but lighter.
Bill, what are your predictions?
Looking into my crystal ball, I would add more storage and a Thunderbolt Port to your list. Other new options might include a built-in SD card slot, and a better camera. Oh, and of course there is the need for a carbon fibre case…
The bigger news this month for iPads might be software-related rather than hardware-related. There are rumors floating around about changes to iBookstore. Look for an Apple announcement this month.
Personally, I am waiting for the next generation AppleTV…
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