Should I buy the Ipad 2 now?

I am going to be completely honest with you here, I may be a bit biased as I work with Apple technology and write reviews for both applications and the devices. When it comes to the iPad3, there really isn't much difference between that and the iPad2. I have an iPad2 for personal use so I am accustomed to using it all the time. I tested an iPad3 and apart from the screen being better graphically and it being a little faster, I couldn't tell the difference between the two.

The next iPad or the mini version may not be released for a while so I would get the iPad2 if I were you.

I bought myself the iPad 3 as my very first iPad. I love it to bits, but kind of regretting going overboard and paying a ton for features I don't really use. The retina screen is awesome when you want to zoom in on text, but generally it makes all web images look tiny and/or terrible quality if you try and zoom in on them even a little. Plus I got the 4G version, and I haven't even bought a sim card for it yet - I just use an app on my phone to create a wifi hotspot and use my phone's internet balance.

So it's an awesome piece of technology, but being able to justify the extra cost depends on what you'll be using it for, I guess.

I'd be getting a 2 (I have one), but wait and see what the announcement has to say. I highly doubt there will be talk of another new iPad, but it might be wise to see.

I'm typing this on my iPad now. Love it!

The new version is HD and has a better processor.
In my book, if you are going to spend the money, get the one with more for your money.
Gen 2 is old and Gen 3 is nearly old already too.
Go for the best one, you deserve it!

Yes, you should, if only so you can FaceTime Pedal_Pusher.

It's an Apple device - good enough reason to stay well clear and reconsider your options* plenty more vendors out there.

*Options : something Apply doesn't give you.

Lots of rumors floating around about what is coming out when. Most think a new phone will arrive on 9/12.
Lets face it, a new device is always around the corner, get used to it if you are not already.
What, are you going to sit on the sidelines forever?
As far as the iPad vs the others....there is NO question...the iPad is the WORLD leader.
The others don't have nearly the amount of apps and the proven applications that you might need or want.
The Apple is compatible with all the book readers, Nook, Kindle and PDF....I get my books from the library
and they are free for three weeks and I never have a late fee. All the movies you could want in the world are
ready for the iPad...Options, well tons of options are out there for the iPad...the others are just coming around if you want to beta test it for them! Apple products are proven....I've used them since 1988 and have hardly EVER had any hardware problems. Yes, I drink the Apple Kool Aide and for a good reason, their products are innovative and reliable. That's why all the other manufactures want to be like them and dream about having the success that Apple has. The only other problem with the competing products...they are not an iPad. Enough said. You get what you pay for....

Flame? You must have misunderstood me. I was just stating my opinions as you have done.

I would suggest you take a look at the number of Apple patents. And, review the recent news of their
infringement settlement. I don't think I need to defend Apple further....I too stand by my
answer to the question this topic was about.

If you want the full tablet experience, first ask yourself if you'd be better off getting an 11-inch Macbook Air, because they are basically the same size, and the Air is a full computer.

I don't think the Air is at all comparable to the iPad!

For one, you can actually type stuff into the Air without wanting to throw it against the wall.

The problem with Apple is once you're in, you're stuck. Other platforms, such as Android and Blackberry, now have similar devices that are half the price and are open, meaning you don't need special apple cables and gadgets. You can buy accessories at radio shack or a local hardware store, I'm not anti-Apple, I just don't know why it's the only option people think they have. The other similar devices are way better than the iPad, similar to how android phones are far superior to iPhones.

The problem with Apple is once you're in, you're stuck. Other platforms, such as Android and Blackberry, now have similar devices that are half the price and are open, meaning you don't need special apple cables and gadgets. You can buy accessories at radio shack or a local hardware store, I'm not anti-Apple, I just don't know why it's the only option people think they have. The other similar devices are way better than the iPad, similar to how android phones are far superior to iPhones.

Of course, the competition sucks. So there's that.

I have an Nexus S running Jelly Bean, and while it works, it's sure not as slick as an iPhone. Ergonomics suck, it hesitates, and every so often I need to reboot it to get my signal back. And it's miles above Ice Cream Sandwich, which made the phone almost unusable.And before you point out that the Nexus S is a couple of years old, so is my original iPad, which works flawlessly.

What Apple did brilliantly, and better than anyone else in the history of technology, was that it put the customer first. Apple is the first technology company, and still the ONLY one in my opinion, that keeps technology out of the customers face. Techies hate that because they like to fidget, so they prefer open source. But, for the average everyday person, or my grandma, Apple wins. They made it easy. And, to be honest, there are times when I get so frustrated with networking in my house, that I go look at Apple stuff because I know there simply are no issues. You plug everything in, turn it on, and everything recognizes everything and works together flawlessly. So, Apple wins again. But, you pay for all that in more ways than one. It's nice, but it's pricey. For some it's worth it. I like options so I stick with open source gadgets and tools, even if it's a bit more complex to solve problems. It's cheaper and I'm not stuck on a single platform or device, or have to rely in a genius bar for help.

The problem with Apple is once you're in, you're stuck. Other platforms, such as Android and Blackberry, now have similar devices that are half the price and are open, meaning you don't need special apple cables and gadgets. You can buy accessories at radio shack or a local hardware store, I'm not anti-Apple, I just don't know why it's the only option people think they have. The other similar devices are way better than the iPad, similar to how android phones are far superior to iPhones.

Of course, the competition sucks. So there's that.

I have an Nexus S running Jelly Bean, and while it works, it's sure not as slick as an iPhone. Ergonomics suck, it hesitates, and every so often I need to reboot it to get my signal back. And it's miles above Ice Cream Sandwich, which made the phone almost unusable.And before you point out that the Nexus S is a couple of years old, so is my original iPad, which works flawlessly.

What Apple did brilliantly, and better than anyone else in the history of technology, was that it put the customer first. Apple is the first technology company, and still the ONLY one in my opinion, that keeps technology out of the customers face. Techies hate that because they like to fidget, so they prefer open source. But, for the average everyday person, or my grandma, Apple wins. They made it easy. And, to be honest, there are times when I get so frustrated with networking in my house, that I go look at Apple stuff because I know there simply are no issues. You plug everything in, turn it on, and everything recognizes everything and works together flawlessly. So, Apple wins again. But, you pay for all that in more ways than one. It's nice, but it's pricey. For some it's worth it. I like options so I stick with open source gadgets and tools, even if it's a bit more complex to solve problems. It's cheaper and I'm not stuck on a single platform or device, or have to rely in a genius bar for help.

I agree with all of that. It took me years, and lots of routers, and many firmwares to finally arrive at a 100% stable network at home. Of course it's more customized and efficient than a plug it in Apple network at this stage, but it cost me a lot of time tinkering to get there.

Same with my phone, really. With a custom desktop (can't do with an iPhone) and a live wallpaper (can't do that with an iPhone) I have a pretty neat Steampunk phone. iPhone doing that? Not a chance!

But I would never recommend an Android phone to anyone, regardless. The frustration level is too high for something which really should "just work." Like the iPhone does.

Actually I'm saying that my Android experience is full of a lack of stability and performance. I have had two OTA updates from Google. The first update to 4.0 was horrific. Basically ruined the phone. 4.1 is much better. Contrast that with every iOS release being completely stable. I agree that it is far more customizable than an iPhone, but for a device like this, I think most normal users will value stability more, and a consistent and far more intuitive interface, which is why I would not recommend Android. I have an Android solely because of air time cost differences, which very quickly dwarfs the cost of the hardware.