Sure, Apple is very likely introducing new iPads and possibly iMacs with retina display screens at Thursday’s event. Don’t overlook Apple TV though: This “hobby” could be an even bigger deal for Apple as we usher in the age of the smarthome.
After buying the Zagg Folio keyboard for my iPad Air, Targus sent me a review unit of its Versavu — pronounced “versa-view”– keyboard case. I’m not a fan of the Shift key and the keyboard isn’t backlit, but one unique feature is appealing. Take a look.
The iPad mini with retina display might be slightly sharper than the iPad Air, but it doesn’t reproduced color as well, according to testing by Anandtech.
How does the thinner, lighter iPad Air lend itself to a keyboard accessory? Pretty good if you have the right keyboard. I bought a Zagg Folio case and really like the typing experience, not to mention the backlit keys with various color choices.
The iPad Air is down and out after a simple drop on a mound of dirt, but then it gets cracked on concrete, dunked in water, and shot with an Airsoft gun.
How many iPad Airs did Apple sell in the opening weekend? Until Apple tells us, we won’t know for sure. But based on adoption rates of the iPad Air and prior models, the data suggests 5 to 6 million is possible.
Choosing an iPad Air with LTE? Apple’s site says your iPad will only work with the carrier you choose. That’s sorta correct: Out of the box, yes, it works with your carrier choice. After that, you can swap service by switching SIM cards.
The iPad Air is slimmer and trimmer than previous iPads, and shares a more similar overall design to the iPad mini. According to Apple, “Once you hold one in your hand you will understand what a tremendous advancement this is.”