One thing is sort of bugging me about the iPad, but I will have to wait till it arrives to get a better idea of how resolution independent it is. What I want is for these devices to be able to have improved resolution without have to rewrite the software.
I’m a little disappointed at the iPad’s 1024 × 768 resolution, especially for an ebook reader. I realize that resolution was probably chosen to keep the price down, but one of the things I feel like ebook readers had to their advantage was high resolution screens to make text look good.
Having said that, the Kindle DX only has a slightly higher 1200 × 824 resolution for about the same size display, so like I said, I’ll have to just wait and see.
I know I won’t be able to wait, and will have to buy the first version, but I know the second version will be better with a smaller bevel and possibly a camera for video conferencing. Maybe even a higher resolution screen. I guess I’ll just give my first one to a relative or something. Oh Apple, you already have me planning versions into the future.
There’s no way I’m getting the 3G version. I pay AT&T enough money as it is, I don’t need to pay them more. That’s just a matter of principle with me.
I’m kind of looking forward to having a charger on my night stand and using the iPad as an alarm clock. Since I will be leaving it there anyway because I read before going to bed, it may as well replace my clock radio. I wonder if it will play internet radio?
I’m also looking forward to having it near me when I watch TV for when I want to look things up.
Now, if they would just release the Harry Potter series as ebooks that would be great.