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- iPad 2 Hands On
- Real Racing 2 HD hits the App Store just in time for iPad 2
- Daily Tip: How to transfer data from your original iPad to your new iPad 2
- Everything iPad 2 – From the Forums
- iPhone 5 design images leaked, bigger screen with the same design as iPhone 4?
- New and updated iPhone and iPad apps for Friday, March 11
- Ordering an iPad 2 this morning? Standing in line this evening?
- iPhone Live 141: #dickbar
| Posted: 11 Mar 2011 04:35 PM PST
The iPad 2 is here! You’ve run down the specs – including the 2x as fast A5 processor, the lighter 1.33lb weight, and the crazy-thin .34 inch “thickness.” You’ve considered whether it’s worth it for iPad 2 owners to upgrade. You’ve taken a look at what’s new in iOS 4.3. Heck, you’ve even read up on how to transfer your data from your original iPad to the iPad 2. What’s left to do? Check out TiPb breathlessly unpacking and examining the real deal. If you waited in line today and picked one up – congrats! If you are wondering what we think of Apple’s latest, here’s the short version: it’s a thinner, lighter, faster iPad with a couple of cameras. That may sound anti-climactic – but after using the iPad 2 for just a very short while we’re starting to suspect that it’s anti-climactic in the same way that “the iPad is just a big iPhone” was anti-climactic in 2010. In other words: it’s an experience that can’t quite be quantified but gets under your skin in the same way the original iPad did. There’s “nothing new” here to most people, but the execution of all the little details adds up to something pretty special. As far as the hardware is concerned, we’re impressed. Looking at the spec differences between the iPad 1 and the iPad 2, you might be tempted to say that there’s not much improvement here. But .5″ vs .34″ only tells part of the story. The full story is that the tapered back of the iPad 2 makes it feel thinner than any device this size has a right to be. It’s kind of amazing. Unfortunately, we can’t quite say the same for the weight – while the iPad 2 is lighter, it’s still not something you’re going to happily hold at arm’s length unsupported for any appreciable length of time. A full photo gallery is after the break and video is coming right quick – keep it locked to TiPb as we unpack our thoughts and impressions of the iPad 2 this weekend and, heck, for the months to come.
                     (Full disclosure: this white iPad 2 is for @CrackBerryKevin, who plans on putting the thing head-to-head with the RIM BlackBerry PlayBook when the time comes. He also opted for the “CrackBerry Orange” SmartCover. He’s a BlackBerry user at heart, but it’s hard to resist the iPad 2, innit?) iPad 2 Hands On is a story by TiPb. This feed is sponsored by The iPhone Blog Store.
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| Real Racing 2 HD hits the App Store just in time for iPad 2 Posted: 11 Mar 2011 11:05 AM PST
Firemint has announced Real Racing 2 HD for the iPad and iPad 2. This iPad-only version takes full advantage of the new A5 chip, gyroscope and faster graphics found in the iPad 2 and it looks fantastic. Real Racing 2 has been limited to the iPhone and iPod touch since its debut last year, and I for one have always wanted to bring the experience over to my iPad. The idea of using the iPad as a steering wheel for a game like this has always been appealing. The only downside is that you’ll need to purchase Real Racing 2 HD separately from the App Store, even if you’ve already purchased Real Racing 2 for your iPhone. The upside is that you’ll be able to play it on both the original iPad and the new iPad 2 because of how the game adjusts graphics output between the two devices. If you need any Real Racing tips then be sure to check out our TiPb TV Interview with Firemint Founder and CEO Rob Murray, and hit the jump for more Real Racing 2 HD eye candy below! [iTunes -- $9.99]
      Real Racing 2 HD hits the App Store just in time for iPad 2 is a story by TiPb. This feed is sponsored by The iPhone Blog Store.
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| Daily Tip: How to transfer data from your original iPad to your new iPad 2 Posted: 11 Mar 2011 08:52 AM PST
Switching from an original iPad to an iPad 2 and curious how to transfer all your information, apps, and data over? Luckily Apple makes this process almost painless thanks to iTunes. Click through for a couple easy steps that will ensure all your original iPad data, settings, apps, and games get transferred over to your new iPad smoothly.
If you’ve ever had to swap an iPad out at an Apple store, you’re probably already familiar with this process. If not, follow these easy steps to copy data to your new iPad 2. This process will save all your app data and settings into an iTunes backup for you.
   If you guys are switching, let us know how transferring your data worked out! Any issues with things transferring or did everything go smoothly? Yes pictures will be altered to iPad2 pics once we have it. Tips of the day will range from beginner-level 101 to advanced-level ninjary. If you already know this tip, keep the link handy as a quick way to help a friend. If you have a tip of your own you’d like to suggest, add them to the comments or send them in to news@tipb.com. (If it’s especially awesome and previously unknown to us, we’ll even give ya a reward…) Daily Tip: How to transfer data from your original iPad to your new iPad 2 is a story by TiPb. This feed is sponsored by The iPhone Blog Store.
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| Everything iPad 2 – From the Forums Posted: 11 Mar 2011 08:46 AM PST
Today is the day, iPad 2 is being released later this afternoon! So in the meantime you might as well visit our forums and join the conversation. In order to create a new thread of your own or reply to any of the existing threads, you must be a registered member. Becoming a member is easy and free so if you haven't already, head on over and register now!
See you in the forums! Everything iPad 2 – From the Forums is a story by TiPb. This feed is sponsored by The iPhone Blog Store.
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| iPhone 5 design images leaked, bigger screen with the same design as iPhone 4? Posted: 11 Mar 2011 07:28 AM PST
Another iPhone 5 rumor has surfaced overnight and again it is emanating from a Chinese site that claims to have some engineering diagrams of the iPhone 5. The images resemble the current iPhone 4 with the exception of the screen. The screen appears larger and takes up most of the front face with an extremely slim bezel. The images do resemble a previous leak of the front panel which many claimed were fake. We just got what appears to be mold engineering drawings for iPhone 5. These would be used by case designers to create plastic, TPU, aluminum, silicone and leather cases. A while back we hear rumors that iPhone 5 would have a curved back but these images show iPhone 5 with the same form factor as iPhone 4 but with an edge to edge screen.It is certainly not unusual for case manufacturers to receive information in advance of a new Apple product launch. We have recently seen iPad 2 information leaked in a similar way and turn out to be accurate. We don't know if this is real at this stage but the idea of a larger screen in a similar sized form factor is very appealing. There are a few more images after the break; take a look, then let us know what you think? Would you like a larger screen without a dramatic increase in the size of the device? [iDeals China via MacRumors]
iPhone 5 design images leaked, bigger screen with the same design as iPhone 4? is a story by TiPb. This feed is sponsored by The iPhone Blog Store.
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| New and updated iPhone and iPad apps for Friday, March 11 Posted: 11 Mar 2011 06:28 AM PST
Every day, TiPb gets flooded with announcements for new and updated iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad apps and games. So every day we pick just a few of the most interesting, the most notable, and simply the most awesome to share with you!
Any other big apps or game releases or updates today? If you pick any of these up, let us know what you think! New and updated iPhone and iPad apps for Friday, March 11 is a story by TiPb. This feed is sponsored by The iPhone Blog Store.
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| Ordering an iPad 2 this morning? Standing in line this evening? Posted: 10 Mar 2011 09:54 PM PST
It’s iPad 2 launch day in the US folks and that means a bunch of you will start hitting store.apple.com at 1am PST/4am EST to play your online orders and others will start lining up at local Apple Stores, AT&T, Best Buy, Target, Verizon Wireless, Walmart and select Apple Authorized Resellers at 5pm local time to pick an iPad 2 up live and in person. And TiPb is going to be there with you! Not sure yet if you want to get an iPad 2?
Once you’ve made your decision, let us know how your order goes in the comments below — which one you got and when Apple says it will arrive, and then head on over to the iPad Forum and help us track shipments and deliveries. Likewise, if you’re standing in line let us know where and drop a picture in official iPad 2 launch line thread on the iPad Forum. Good day and good luck! [Picture from iPhone 4 launch, we'll swap in an iPad 2 launch photo as soon as we start getting some good ones so send them in!] Ordering an iPad 2 this morning? Standing in line this evening? is a story by TiPb. This feed is sponsored by The iPhone Blog Store.
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| Posted: 10 Mar 2011 09:40 PM PST
iOS 4.3 is here and we have your walkthrough, your MLB and NBA for Apple TV, and your bad news for Verizon users. Anyone want a 64GB iPhone or an aluminum iPhone 5? Xcode hits the Mac App Store, music re-downloads, Twitter’s new #dickbar, and BBM for iPhone? This is iPhone Live! Show notes and all the week’s iPhone news after the break!
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HostsCreditsThanks to the TiPb iPhone accessory store for sponsoring the podcast, and to everyone who showed up for the live chat! Our music comes from the following sources: iPhone Live 141: #dickbar is a story by TiPb. This feed is sponsored by The iPhone Blog Store.
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