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[McBacon]

Cool

Instapaper is now a universal app. You can flick between iPhone and iPad screenshots from iTunes.

 

[SephCast]

Is this the one which have the slide-show stuff going on, where it shows a single picture at a time from a page?

I'm not exactly sure. I know the Marvel comic app will have that, though.

 

[VariantX04]

So I just went crazy and bought the following apps:

Bento for iPad
Brushes
Instapaper Pro
Magic Piano
Pages
Plants vs. Zombies HD
Real Racing HD
Sketchbook Pro

Should I also get Geometry Wars: Touch too? :lol

 

[Buckethead]

If Vimeo's "iPad supported site" is anything like their iPhone one, then f- that. Should be removed from the list ASAP.

 

[hyp]

Oh shi.....

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/geometry-wars-touch-for-ipad/id364175436?mt=8

Spoiler

Geometry Wars Touch

fucking hell. KILLER APP

 

[hyp]

If Vimeo's "iPad supported site" is anything like their iPhone one, then f- that. Should be removed from the list ASAP.

yea vimeos iphone support is janky, i can't even view videos sometimes.

 

[Absinthe]

My Apple store confirmed that they will have units for first-come first-served (no reservation) available Saturday morning when the store opens. Looks like I'm going for it!

:lol That's awesome.. Folding and "renting" the iPad until your 3g comes out?


Kevin Rose says: pro tip: if you want the 3G, buy the standard now, resell on ebay in 30days for a $125'ish lose = equivalent of a $4.16/day rental fee

 

[tribal24]

i think the marvel comic app is up dont know if tis the ipad verison though

 

[marc^o^]

The pianist pro app looks incredible. I think the iPad can recognize 11 touches at the same time! Hands on with this app can't come soon enough: will the screen be that good to replicate what I saw on this video?

That's another killer app for musicians

 

[SephCast]

:lol That's awesome.. Folding and "renting" the iPad until your 3g comes out?


Kevin Rose says: pro tip: if you want the 3G, buy the standard now, resell on ebay in 30days for a $125'ish lose = equivalent of a $4.16/day rental fee

Or you could just return it to Best Buy?

 

[mrkgoo]

I wonder how much apple is going to make in ipad software sales before anyone has even received the device :lol

 

[VariantX04]

The pianist pro app looks incredible. I think the iPad can recognize 11 touches at the same time! Hands on with this app can't come soon enough: will the screen be that good to replicate what I saw on this video?

That's another killer app for musicians

SOLD.

 

[VariantX04]

I wonder how much apple is going to make in ipad software sales before anyone has even received the device :lol

I already spent over $85 in the last few minutes. Hold me...

 

[marc^o^]

Great news: after Instapaper, Wordpress, Evernote, IMDB and Toodledo also offer a free iPad update for iPhone owners

I love what I see there, love it. Now that's a great product integration.

 

[mrkgoo]

I already spent over $85 in the last few minutes. Hold me...

Impressive. I'm holding off to make sure everything works with my two accounts.

 

[Bboy AJ]

Is the keyboard dock available this Saturday? Official case available this Saturday?

 

[Pachimari]

Great news: after Instapaper, Wordpress, Evernote, IMDB and Toodledo also offer a free iPad update for iPhone owners

I love what I see there, love it. Now that's a great product integration.

If I download the iPad versions first, will I get free updates to use it on iPhone as well?

edit: forget, they're already free duh.

 

[VariantX04]

Stupid question incoming: Will the iBooks store be available through iTunes?

 

[Gary Whitta]

Why do keep people saying the iPad doesn't print?

IT PRINTS MONEY.

 

[SephCast]

Just departed from China today? This is contrary to other reports about them being in holding facilities in Kentucky. It better get here in time...

 

[Kung Fu Jedi]

Is the keyboard dock available this Saturday? Official case available this Saturday?

Probably but in limited supply

 

[Gary Whitta]

I can't wait until somebody puts The Hitch-Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy on this thing.

 

[Buttonbasher]

I can't wait until somebody puts The Hitch-Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy on this thing.

Oh man. That would be so cool, with the slick motion graphics and everything. I would be on that fuzz so fast.

 

[WordAssassin]

OH MY GOD SKETCHBOOK PRO EXPORTS FILES AS MULTI-LAYERED PSDS FUUUUUUUCCCCKKKKK

 

[numble]

Is the keyboard dock available this Saturday? Official case available this Saturday?

The twit vid review recommended just getting the bluetooth keyboard, which is about the same size and more portable (the keyboard dock will not bend, so its a permanent L shape).

 

[ClovingWestbrook]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tV6C1w0iA8A

 

[VariantX04]

Stupid question incoming: Will the iBooks store be available through iTunes?

Anyone?

 

[Lateraleye]

Anyone?

I believe there's a separate store within the iBooks app, which doesn't come with the device by default (the app itself is a free download from iTunes).

 

[Blackhead]

I can't wait until somebody puts The Hitch-Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy on this thing.

It's already there but I had to buy it from the UK Store. It's using the Eucalyptus app technology for turning pages and formating text.

Oh you mean The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy...

 

[VariantX04]

I believe there's a separate store within the iBooks app, which doesn't come with the device by default (the app itself is a free download from iTunes).

Ah, I see. Thanks!

 

[ClovingWestbrook]

Does anyone have any videos of games running on the iPad?

 

[Absinthe]

Or you could just return it to Best Buy?

Ya, that seems a little dishonest.

Does anyone have any videos of games running on the iPad?

On the twit.tv live stream Andy Ihnatko played a little bit of Real Racing HD.

 

[outsidah]

I would love to hear about the numbers expected for each store to have. I plan to be there at 9 on Saturday.

 

[verbum]

I would love to hear about the numbers expected for each store to have. I plan to be there at 9 on Saturday.

Some good strategies here:

http://mashable.com/2010/04/01/how-to-get-an-ipad-without-a-pre-order/

Best buy will be getting 15 for each store that has an Apple section.

Apple Specialist stores (independent retailers and service centers) may have some.

Apple stores in the middle sized towns (around 500,000 metro area population size) would be the best bets.

 

[Battlezone]

This been posted? www.landingpad.org

It's a design gallery for iPad apps. The mixr app (ipadmixr.com) looks like tons of fun.

I've been trying to stay away from this thread, because I have to miss out on the iPad festivities. Stupid unemployment. But once the reviews started to come out, I couldn't resist, dove in and caught up, and now I'm even more bummed.

 

[WordAssassin]

Already downloaded the Marvel app, as well as Twiterriffic and Harbor Master HD. Gonna wait till launch day to download Pages and Sketchbook Pro, I think.

God I am so excited right now, this is ridiculous.

 

[Buttonbasher]

Jesus. The Netflix app is up. I thought that was an April Fools Joke.

 

[Costanza]

Jesus. The Netflix app is up. I thought that was an April Fools Joke.

does it stream?

 

[Costanza]

oh my fucking god it does

 

[Buttonbasher]

does it stream?

I believe so.

"Get Netflix on your iPad. Just download this free app and you can instantly watch TV shows & movies streaming from Netflix"

 

[ClovingWestbrook]

We just need the Hulu app and we are set.

 

[Costanza]

fuck i'm seriously just going to break down and spend my student loan money on this saturday and hate myself in a few years when it comes time to start paying for it

 

[Buttonbasher]

fuck i'm seriously just going to break down and spend my student loan money on this saturday and hate myself in a few years when it comes time to start paying for it

But you can Stream both THE ENTIRE SERIES OF ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT and ALL OF FIREFLY, from ANYWHERE.

Plus the app itself is FREE.

 

[StopMakingSense]

fuck i'm seriously just going to break down and spend my student loan money on this saturday and hate myself in a few years when it comes time to start paying for it

Well considering how much of it you probably already spend it on iPhone games a little bit more isn't going to kill you

Seriously though, Netflix Instant Streaming is my Jesus App for the iPad. Already have a 3g on preorder, so waiting for that when everyone is playing with their wifi models this weekend is going to HURT. (it's also the app that tips my preorder from "okay whatever" to instant "hell yes" on the wife front)

Can't pass on the 3g, though. Really a must have for life in LA.

 

[Dartastic]

fffffffffFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF with all the cool music apps and NETFLIX and FUCKING GEOMETRY WARS I NOW WANT ONE WHEN BEFORE TODAY I DIDN'T GIVE A SHIT FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF

 

[Keylime]

fffffffffFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF with all the cool music apps and NETFLIX and FUCKING GEOMETRY WARS I NOW WANT ONE WHEN BEFORE TODAY I DIDN'T GIVE A SHIT FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF

 

[StopMakingSense]

Don't really use AIM these days, but the iPad client looks cool:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/aim-for-ipad/id364193698?mt=8

 

[Gary Whitta]

FFFUUUUUUUUUU

 

[giga]

New David Pogue faq: http://pogue.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/04/01/apple-ipad-faqs/

Q: I don’t get it from your column. Should I get the iPad or not?

A: Well, I thought I made it clear that it depends on your mindset. It’s a brilliant machine, a category-creator, a joy to use. I think it will be a big hit. The apps coming out for it represent some of the most exciting software ideas in a long time.

If you need a laptop, though, get a laptop.

Q: Am I really supposed to buy this thing when I already have a laptop and an iPhone?

A: It always surprises me how many people are made indignant by the very thought of the iPad, as though Congress passed a law that requires you to buy one!

You’re not, as it turns out. Buying one is totally optional.

That said, the question is a little odd, because the iPad really is very different from a laptop or an iPhone. I guess people have a lot of trouble with the idea that it’s a new category, something unlike anything they’ve used before. All people can do is compare it in their heads with stuff they HAVE used before.

But I’m telling you, the multitouch screen/software makes it very, very different from a laptop, and the screen size makes it very, very different from an iPhone. It’s something entirely new. So yes, if it appeals to you, you’d have to buy it in addition to your laptop or iPhone.

(Just one note of caution: If you have children in the house, don’t let them know there’s an iPad in the premises. I have three kids, 5, 10 and 12, and the competition for time with the iPad is like a daily World War III.)

Pandora: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/pandora-radio/id284035177?mt=8

 

[lostzenfound]

Is it currently only the iPod that can run in the background? Pandora wouldn't work like that, right? That's a bummer, I guess.