Over the last year, Apple's long-awaited foray into the tablet PC market has been very successful. One of the many anticipated uses of the iPad has been as an e-book reader. Comparing a multi-function LCD computer to a purpose built E Ink reader is, well, Apples to Oranges. However, the iPad does present some unique advantages that someone shopping for an e-book reader should consider.
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First among the iPad's advantages is it's multi-function abilities. Apple launched the iPad and at the same time premiered their own online bookstore. This bookstore has yet to feature the sheer volume of titles that Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble make available. Also, independent offerings to its bookstore face the same strict review process that iPhone apps go through. However, there is a way around this. All one needs to do is go to the App Store and download the iPad optimized versions of the Amazon Kindle and Barnes and Noble Nook apps. These apps will allow users to access their purchases right on the iPad. By having the ability to run these programs, ipad owners have access to just about anything that's available digitally.
And if this isn't enough for you, there's all the other things the iPad does awesome. However, that's where it's appeal as a dedicated reader starts to taper off. With all the added functionality comes more complications and greater cost. The base 16GB iPad with WiFi only costs $499, and the price ranges all the way up to $829 for a 64GB model with 3G and WiFi. In comparison, the top of the line Kindle DX and Barnes and Noble Nook Color retail at $379 and $249 respectively. If the high initial cost is already causing concern, you'd do well to avoid getting the 3G equipped model. Where Kindles feature free 3G data access, 3G iPads require monthly subscriptions via AT&T. Prices range up to $25 per month, with a maximum download of 2GB per month. Other drawbacks include shorter battery life, trouble viewing in direct sunlight, and increased eye-strain over time.
The smart consumer should really weigh their options when considering an e-book reader. The iPad might not be right for a person looking for a dedicated reader that they will use to read a large volume of text on over a regular basis. There are much better options for that purpose which cost a great deal less. Ideally, a person would choose the iPad if they were already in the market for a multifunction device, had a small to moderate sized reading habit, didn't mind the higher costs, and was rarely far form an external power source. That end-user would see the value in the iPad as an e-book reader to eliminate the need to buy a dedicated reader
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First among the iPad's advantages is it's multi-function abilities. Apple launched the iPad and at the same time premiered their own online bookstore. This bookstore has yet to feature the sheer volume of titles that Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble make available. Also, independent offerings to its bookstore face the same strict review process that iPhone apps go through. However, there is a way around this. All one needs to do is go to the App Store and download the iPad optimized versions of the Amazon Kindle and Barnes and Noble Nook apps. These apps will allow users to access their purchases right on the iPad. By having the ability to run these programs, ipad owners have access to just about anything that's available digitally.
And if this isn't enough for you, there's all the other things the iPad does awesome. However, that's where it's appeal as a dedicated reader starts to taper off. With all the added functionality comes more complications and greater cost. The base 16GB iPad with WiFi only costs $499, and the price ranges all the way up to $829 for a 64GB model with 3G and WiFi. In comparison, the top of the line Kindle DX and Barnes and Noble Nook Color retail at $379 and $249 respectively. If the high initial cost is already causing concern, you'd do well to avoid getting the 3G equipped model. Where Kindles feature free 3G data access, 3G iPads require monthly subscriptions via AT&T. Prices range up to $25 per month, with a maximum download of 2GB per month. Other drawbacks include shorter battery life, trouble viewing in direct sunlight, and increased eye-strain over time.
The smart consumer should really weigh their options when considering an e-book reader. The iPad might not be right for a person looking for a dedicated reader that they will use to read a large volume of text on over a regular basis. There are much better options for that purpose which cost a great deal less. Ideally, a person would choose the iPad if they were already in the market for a multifunction device, had a small to moderate sized reading habit, didn't mind the higher costs, and was rarely far form an external power source. That end-user would see the value in the iPad as an e-book reader to eliminate the need to buy a dedicated reader
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