Apple Tablet

[VPI]

Yeah, the fifty dollars seems way too steep for the Belkin. Still I use it much more than the other cases because I get mine out when riding the subway and this is the only case that I can get a sure grip on the iPad and can read books with one hand. The Apple case sucks and I have not tried many more. I don't really use mine as an iPod so the headphone thing is only a problem when I want to watch a movie and I don't have one of my little extenders.

[tyrion]

I like the Apple case and haven't seen anything else out there yet that I prefer. It is easy to carry, does not have the issue with plugging in my JH13 (although you do have to make sure you push the plug in hard) and it can prop up the iPad. It does not offer a lot of shock protection but I don't see myself dropping the iPad. While I would like to see something similar in design with more padding, I'm not sure I would change because more padding would mean a heavier and thicker case.

[grawk]

Yup. I still like my apple case. Very useful, good size, not super ugly, and easy to grip.

[Dusty Chalk]

I would like to say now -- so that I can say I told you so later -- that I predict Apple will issue an update that will lock out using the camera kit for anything other than its intended use.

And then we will hear a lot of groaning.

[VPI]

They can't seem to get the camera connections into the stores anyway. None of the NYC stores have them is stock this morning.

[blessingx]

I would like to say now -- so that I can say I told you so later -- that I predict Apple will issue an update that will lock out using the camera kit for anything other than its intended use.

And then we will hear a lot of groaning.

You may in the end be right, but since the rumors originated from Apple, I'm hoping for the opposite (more support).

[jinp6301]

I wonder if the ipad camera kit will work for iphones

[blessingx]

This is a kinda cool proof of concept (similar to Scrabble)...

[shellylh]

I am at the gym with my iPad right now. It is not easy to type on the elliptical machine.

[The Monkey]

I am at the gym with my iPad right now. It is not easy to type on the elliptical machine.

How is it for browsing, though? That would be kind of cool.

[shellylh]

Seems to be ok... Though I keep hitting the wrong links. Also good for watching MLB.tv.

I think the stair stepper or bike would be better.

[blessingx]

For those wanting to go cheap on a Belkin Grip Vue-like case and willing to take a chance on headphone plug holes, generally fitting, etc. found the below:

PCMICROSTORE APPLE IPAD TPU CRYSTAL SKIN CASE - CLEAR WAVE DESIGN / PCMicroStore.com

Use code "IPAD30OFF" to drop it to $15 w/ free shipping. $35 less than the Belkin. Ordered one tonight so can report back.

Edited April 28, 2010 by blessingx

[jvlgato]

Woohoo! Gettin' closer!!

Prepared for Shipment Product Qty. IPAD WI-FI + 3G 32GB-USA

Ships: Late April

[morphsci]

^^^ SAME (except 64GB; there is no substitute for size)

[blessingx]

Damn, mines still 'ships late April.' From first wave not sure that's accurate though.

[tyrion]

I'm pretty sure we will all have them on Friday.

[The Monkey]

I'm worried that these won't be delivered this week.

[tyrion]

Be ready for delivery on Friday, April 30, 2010.

http://www.macrumors.com/2010/04/28/ipad-wi-fi-3g-customers-in-the-u-s-anxiously-await-shipping-confirmation/

Edited April 28, 2010 by tyrion

[jvlgato]

Damn, mines still 'ships late April.' From first wave not sure that's accurate though.

Mine says 'ships late April', too, but it also says 'prepared for shipment', which is new.

^^^ SAME (except 64GB; there is no substitute for size)

It's not just the size, it's how you use it.

Interesting thought, though - are you aware of evolutionary influences/advantages on the morphology of memory sizes?

[morphsci]

....

It's not just the size, it's how you use it.

That's what Napolean said ...

Interesting thought, though - are you aware of evolutionary influences/advantages on the morphology of memory sizes?

Not really my field but the limited amount of research i have seen is pretty primitive and much more conjectural than I am comfortable with.

[Dusty Chalk]

Actually, it is late April, so that could be interpreted as, "any day now".

[The Monkey]

Apple staggered the launch on purpose, right? So the early adopters who had to have the first batch would fall in love with it, as would their SOs. Then the new 3G comes out so the original purchaser says, "here honey, you take the wifi one" and then buys the 3G. That's how it works, right?

[VPI]

Well, the Camera connection kit does not seem to work with USB out to the Pico Amp/DAC. I cannot get it to do anything but play out of the onboard speaker.

[jinp6301]

[VPI]

I take that back. The USB cable I was using was the problem, I now have music.

I also bought a new Canon PowerShot SX210 IS to carry in my bag and some weird iPad purse so it was a good day.

Edited April 28, 2010 by VPI