[ Updated: Read our full iPad Review ] So TJ Manotoc and I got to play around with the new Apple iPad this afternoon. We taped a short segment for TV Patrol for tomorrow’s airing and I got a solid hour with the iPad.
It’s one thing to learn about the specs and see tons of pictures and videos of it. It’s another thing if you can hold it and experience the device first-hand.
The whole excitement revolves around the user experience. A lot of people have had an idea how it works because of the iPhone and the iPod Touch interface but once you take that small screen and give it a nice 10-inch upgrade, it’s a huge difference. It’s like being introduced to a macro lens for the first time in the world of digital photography.
Just a couple of run-downs:
I’ve been telling myself again and again that this device is purely for content consumption but @tjmanotoc‘s typing test showed good promise for the iPad as a content creation device.
That short time with the iPad isn’t really enough but so far those are my first impressions. Having tried a number of tablet netbooks and touch-capable mobile internet devices (MIDs) in the past, my initial expectations of the iPad were met and in some occasions, even exceeded. Our TV Patrol segment tomorrow on the iPad answers the question (a challenge that Apple is taking on) — will the iPad replace the ever-popular netbooks?
[ Updated: Read our full iPad Review ]
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JE says:
whew and ganda niyan kung very affordable lang.
Bogcess says:
Will look forward for tomorrow’s episode!
giogagz says:
sir yuga, i read the review of iPad from engadget and many people commended that the iPad is having a trouble on WIFI connectivity. It has low connection on wifi compare to ipod touch/iphone. And sometimes the connectivity doesn’t work. Is it true?
Jepz says:
Congrats for the new iPad. Manonood ako ng TV patrol just for the ipad segment. Hehehe
Abe Olandres says:
@giogagz – we tried hooking it up to a WiFi AP during our tests and it went thru very smoothly. No problem at all.
Arnold says:
I thought it was your unit. LOL! I hope to receive mine tomorrow.
Abe Olandres says:
@arnold – got delayed daw sabi ni TJ. Supposedly last night pa dumating.
@lance – hand-carried from the US.
Lance says:
Where did you get the unit?
jade bryan jardinico says:
My netbook has a camera. It neither replace my AMOLED smart phones. hahah kidding!
Gonna stay tuned for that episode tomorrow. Artistahin na sir Abe.Naks! :)
Arnold says:
@Yuga – Sige, let’s have an iPad Manila EB when our units arrived. I’ll invite some guys from Philmug who received their units. :-)
Abe Olandres says:
@arnold – Scrabble on iPad tourney? hehehe
kevinn says:
@Abe
How’s the construction? You think it could survive some pretty heavy usage and rough tumbles and nudges in a backpack.
1timnatupa says:
some local resellers (like gadgetgrocery) are selling them for as much as 50K. god it’s so expensive.
ed says:
this is also available in ebuystore.com.ph na expensive nga :(
fr0stbyte says:
Will look out for that footage..
Being a party pooper that I am, I’ve read from several blogs and tech websites abroad that there were several problems with their iPad. Namely weak WiFi signal (compared to other devices in the same vicinity of an AP or access point) and overheating probelms. The first problem does not seem to be that serious but the second is a BIG problem considering how we are in a country with tropical weather. Just the other day I saw on TV Patrol how the temperature in Metro Manila reached 36.1 Celcius. Folks in the U.S. can’t leave their iPads in the sun for such reason. But here? You don’t even have to get out of the house to have your iPad overheat.. Unless you’re allergic to heat and you live in a house that’s air-conditioned all day.. Oh.. Wait. Most of you buyers fall under “that” category. lol
whaâ„¢ says:
wahhh ang mahal nga. id rather buy a macbook than this. how i my parents can buy some one for me.
nonieblau68 says:
sir abe…magkano ang price nito dito sa Pinas?
fr0stbyte says:
Oh and more poop for your iPad. Just dropping it on your couch (or so users say) can screw your iPad. Other probable causes of destruction of your “magical device” include accidental pouring of coffee on the screen. Anyone care to add more?
mcv says:
be warned, the ipad has crappy wifi.
http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/1599890/apple-admits-ipad-wireless
daddy joey says:
is it worth it? :)
Jon says:
Really looks nice, but I’m still not impressed. I bet this device would have received less criticism if it hadn’t omitted features like USB ports, a memory card reader for expandable storage, multi-tasking, and maybe a built-in kickstand (since you wouldn’t be holding this device in your hand forever).
To answer the question, right now, I don’t see this replacing our beloved netbooks. In the future? Possible, since there is still room for improvement.
Somehow, I see the future of this iPad having a mini projector-like device that would shoot down on a surface to act as a “hardware keyboard”. If apple doesn’t do this, I hope someone else would.
mcv says:
there’s hope for the WiFi problems though..
http://lifehacker.com/5511472/apples-suggestions-for-fixing-ipad-wi+fi-issues?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+lifehacker%2Ffull+%28Lifehacker%29
mcv says:
Guys, I don’t think the iPad was ever meant to replace netbooks. Ever. From one of the reviews I read (can’t remember if it was Engadget or Gizmodo) the iPad is very good at content CONSUMPTION, not content CREATION. It’s a revolutionary product in its own right, but it won’t replace those ubiquitous netbooks I see around campus (especially among those taking their thesis subjects…)
Dr. Jesus says:
Nice! Hehehe! Hintayin ko segment niyo bukas boss abe.
mysterio says:
mcv, actually it’s neither. It came from NYC Technology columnist David Pogue’s review of the iPad.
Bob Reyes says:
I will not dump the netbook for an iPad.
rcsaint says:
“iPad sales have already cracked the 500,000 mark with less than a week on the market, an estimate by Chitika found today. Basing it on the amount of new iPads connecting to Chitika’s ad network and accounting for the company’s share of the market, it believes that over 530,000 of the Apple tablets have been sold as of Wednesday night. The prediction would have Apple almost doubling its 300,000 launch day units and passing that figure by the end of the week or sooner.” electronista
As i have said, it’s all about experience…mwuah!
anonymous says:
i read somewhere that Apple is releasing iPhone OS 4.0 either today or tomorrow. with that, iPad is useless to me. my iPhone can do stuff as much as i need. i can always use my macbook for a better internet experience, anytime! so it’s not really a must-have. ;)
Rom says:
For browsing and gaming, the iPad should be good. but for 1 hour or more computing tasks better get a real laptop or an excellent netbook.
deuts says:
The most important question about the iPad: “Will it Blend?†It sure did! These guys are absolutely crazy. http://bit.ly/9hMJgM
Rommel says:
How much?
vance says:
iPhone 4G might use the same processor as the iPad.. so that new phone will sure be faster..
On the next tablet.. sir abe hehe.. Hopefully, will see an HP slate pc soon..
Jedd says:
I could see myself getting this instead of a laptop actually. I already have a hefty desktop which I do work on, mostly video production stuff which won’t fly on a laptop anyway.
So my ideal mobile device would be mostly for leisure, internet, etc. So, a heavy duty work desktop for me, an iPhone for calls, and an iPad for leisure internet surfing, games, books, etc. while lounging around the house, cafes, etc. oh, and in the bathroom too.
At $500 (P24,000) this is cheap for its purpose. Of course, we all know it’s going to cost much more in the Philippines, maybe P30,000+++??
Magneto says:
remember what Phil Schiller’s thoughts on the iPad:
“..its about the experience. You just have to try it to see what i mean..”
tama pala siya hehe :)
its really hard not to love the iPad when your holding and using it
anonymous says:
you’ll love it for a few weeks or a month or so, because it’s the IN THING to have. but later on you’ll realize you just wasted P35,000 for some over-sized iPhone without a phone. hehehe
BrianB says:
Still we underestimate user experience. It’s what sells products, I think, not specs.
francis says:
I got my iPad last Tuesday and i love it, very snappy and very easy to use virtual keypad. I will keep my notebook and iMac
talksmart says:
I am waiting for my iPad 64GB wi-fi + 3G, which will be released end of this month. I will post my experience soon.
Thanks for the post master Yuga.
Oni says:
nag over heat daw yan
ahm says:
I think islate is worth it..
ahm says:
I mean the HP slate
anonymous says:
wlang camera to? a big… disappointment.
George says:
When will the iPad be available in the Philippines? And can we assume the same price (499USD) converted using the prevailing x-rate?
George says:
When will the iPad be available here in Manila? Got any idea?
Abe Olandres says:
@george – no word from Apple on local version but it’s going to be more expensive once it arrives in Manila due to prevailing customs and VAT charges.
John says:
My boss show off his iPad yesterday, I think it’s cool. Not as big as I expected.
Marvin Paul Catalan says:
I’ve just bought my new iPad here in hong kong, yeah in hong kong!! @yuga nadownload mo n ba ung iBook app?
Lucky says:
Will the iwork for ipad will be available for Philippine Users? please advice…
Dan Richard Fernandez says:
I have the 32 GB IPad. Application wise, if you already have the IPod then it is not a necessity to buy it, however, if you’re a big boy who wants the latest toy, then IPad is for you. Downloadable apps (currently US store only) are great. Used it with our home wifi and its fast enough for me.
Dan Richard Fernandez says:
Since IPad is still not yet available her in the Philippines, few apps are only available (exclude iBook), however, some big boys purchase prepaid loads for the US store hence can download apps for the US store.