Dear all Ipad users,

I am quite tempted to buy the Ipad one for my studies after the price drop upon the release of Ipad 2.

But my main concern is, knowing apple products, will it become obsolete 1-2 years later? Just like the Ipod touch 1. Or should i buy Ipad 2 straight?

Any views by apple users? As a student i can't be changing these kind of stuff every year lor..later they one fine day say Ipad One not compatible with the new iOS update then really

dont buy ipad...problem solved..

huhu...Ipod Classic still haven't drop much in terms of price for new ones....so what do you think?

Buy one you can afford la....

Ipad 1 is good enuf, dnt see the point in getting ipad 2 other than the shitty quality camera..

lol my main concern is that the Ipad one cannot be updated in the near future(looking at how Apple upgrades their products so fast) just like the Ipod touch 1.

I believe future iOS5 will still support iPad1 lah, so no problem...

But I believe my friend's Samsung Galaxy Tab might end of OS support lah, so tell which one u prefer...

zstan buying iPad?

I comtemplating also. Gone to Switch and say no stock. Apple Store also no stock for the cheapest model. What to do? Garage Sale.

But this is a sign.

Buy iPad 2

I'd think that the iPad 1 will remain supported until at least iPad 3 (if the next iPad is counted as 2.5)/4 (if the next iPad is counted as 3) comes out, so no worries. But since iPad 2 already out, better to wait for SG release and get one from there anyway (or wait for SG AP sets to show up in LowYat). Save you the hassle of having the iPad go obsolete on you one year earlier. But those who already bought the first gen can safely stick to it for another gen or two.

This post has been edited by RAMChYLD: Mar 26 2011, 12:10 AM

At least can last you for 3 years for updates.. Don't worry =) even without future updates, it's a very good machine as of now..

hmmmmmmmmmm... in huge dilemma..

what's the expected price for the cheapest ipad 2? 1499?

whoa. machines also no stock ar? sigh got money also can't buy lol.

IPad 2 no exact release date.. Maybe April or maybe May.. And it's gonna be rm1549.. Rm350 more expensive, u think urself whether u need to extra functions in the new one? Buy old one can get it now.. The extra money can fund for ur next lens betterzz

The existing Ipad 1 is more than decent enough, especially since you won't be doing anything too heavy duty on it. I currently use mine for work emails, the 'net, reading, watching stuff while mobile, and of course various apps. I'm getting an Ipad 2 because I love my Ipad, and any improvement will only be a bonus (though I know I dont actually HAVE to).

If you're conscious of the budget, I'd say the Ipad 1 will be good for at least another 1 year, when perhaps the next model will introduce some major improvement, if not, maybe even 2 years, no problem. Don't waste cash if it's an issue for you.

Actually, to be more precise, since you're a student, don't waste your parents' cash, be like me later on and waste your own

This post has been edited by echineko: Mar 26 2011, 02:02 AM

If you got earned some yourself by any means ()
Just buy. LOL

Its better to buy ipad 2 since its already coming out...unless you have an iphone4 then ipad 1st gen would be sufficient for studies...

Haha well I am going to buy this using my birthday present fund. Still haven't touched the money yet. @@ just need parent's permission and good justification.

But my concern would be the resale value looking at iPod touch 1 & iPod touch 2. Itouch 1 has seemingly become obsolete as it cannot be updated whereas itouch 2 still can be updated with the latest iOS n still have 2nd hand value(although not a lot but there are still buyers).

Or am I being too paranoid?

Okla if I decided to get iPad 1, is it advisable to get 2nd hand. Yes I an very kiamsiap with my money although I know I can afford a brand new one. ><

Erm got a little bit of funds la. ><


erm I have an itouch4, so what does make me?

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Added on March 26, 2011, 10:27 amRm350 extra seems quite reasonable to me. Argh.

Lens got another budget.

This post has been edited by zstan: Mar 26 2011, 10:27 AM

my rule of thumb.do you need the ipad 2?if your worried about the trend of having the latest gadget,that's gonna kill you.
if you need the ipad as a tool to use,yes.get the ipad 1 as the ipad 2 honestly,isnt much of a fantastic upgrade.

i was keep analysed ipad 1 is good enough to perform with the spec it had now. Majority Apps still good to go with Ipad 1 spec now.

Not until i watched video how the paused game can be continue on ipad 2 instead of restart on ipad 1. It is a pretty good bonus features for heavy gamers.

And the iMovie only officially allow to install on Ipad2 is also a sign that more and more working routine from Computer can transfer to Ipad.
Who knows there will be a Photoshop on ipad?!

Wait 1 or 2 months to get ipad2 from Sg or local. Its worth to wait just a short moment like this.

Save the few hundred to invest a good screen protector, casing and especially APPS~! You gonna need a few hundreds to make your ipad works like your "personal computer".

Else it is just a boring piece of aluminium without useful Apps..
Ipad is nothing without your creativity and exploration dedicated into it.

Just like people getting pdaphone to make call and sms purpose only.

Easy as that , dont buy any iPad's as rumours says iPad 3 will be out on Q3 this year

i dunno...but ipod 4 and ipad 2 looks similar to me...just that its larger...and even ipod 4 i cant fully utilize it...therefore at this moment i would go for the cheaper ipad...with rm1599 u can get the 3g and wifi...but ipad 2 u have to fork out extra cash for the 3g function...

Hmmm so I guess iPad one is good enough for my studies la.

Let's say if I am settled on the iPad one wifi 32gb which costs 1499? How much should I need to fork out to get the accessories like screen protector and the cover which allows te iPad to stand upright?

I've checked a few threads at the garage sales and they certainly don look cheap.

Screen protectors and covers are cheap if u get from outside

If ya want 100% pure genuine , Machines and Official retailers will costs you 200++++

Like all electronic items... Obsolescence will always be there given sufficient time. Hence iPad 1 timeline/ life cycle will be around 2 to 3 years of good usage. Just like iPhone 3G to 3GS to 4. By the 3 year, u will probably change to iPad 5 lol.. So don't worry about it being obsolete and resale value... Important things is if u need it now,, just get it. iPad 1 is good enuf for decent usage plus price is affordable now.

The quest for continuous upgrade is forever...lol

Invest in a decent matte sp if u like smooth scroll. Clear sbishoit the Susah to scroll at times if finger is oily.. And a good decent case.. Take care of it n it will serve u well beyond yr needs...lol

This post has been edited by Wifi_One: Mar 26 2011, 03:37 PM

i bought 1 leather case + 1 SP + 1 itune headset for RM49 only! hehe...

now don't want sell the ipad lo.. playing now xD

The prices of Ipad 1 and Ipad 2 aren't the same??

Look for these accesories in eBay, they're much cheaper, a lot of them also get stock from china then sell it in Malaysia for slightly higher price so they could earn the margin... While some ppl are willing to pay extra because of not having to wait for it to ship...

i also have same thought with ts. i already survey on some websites, compare specs and youtube videos. finally, i decided next month buy ipad 1. ipad 2 just faster, better graphic, new design and with low quality camera. to me, i don't need ipad 2 new features/specs

You need to know what version you want to buy TBH.
iPad 1 16GB Wifi is hardly available for Apple Stores, Resellers and Online Apple Store.
The next cheapest model may be the next to be hard to get.

Be quick!

1 utama mac city still have stock and I also can buy used

Wang Utama still have the 1gen iPad 16GB Wifi model? Thanks for the info as my friends are looking for one, will be going to to get a few tomorrow.

I'm looking for it as well, Should I go early in the morning?

This post has been edited by faizalmzain: Mar 27 2011, 06:06 AM

IMHO, if you are the first time iPad buyer, then go for iPad 2 ... Unless your purpose for using iPad is mainly surfing the net, facebook or other social networking, light gaming (don't care about the latest games) and want to take advantage of the price drop of iPad 1 ... then go ahead with Ipad 1.

The litmus test is when some apps (mainly games) take advantage of the faster processor/gpu/gyroscope, you don't feel you are left out.

i add another rm300 for screen protector and portfolio case for my ipad.

even u buy ipad 2 it will become obsolete. BTW why the hell u buy it for study?

I'm guessing reading the slides in class/revision without laptop, checking timetables ect.

the same point of me getting my iPad and of course surfing for main purpose having great experiences with it ... lucky i bought my wifi 16gb set earlier

I even saw my lecturer having diff. since the class don't have PC but projector set, she use her dock > VGA cable to play slides and videos.

for my school every lecturer bring their own laptop to show PP slides ...then if they skip too fast i will refer to my iPad

This post has been edited by KHOdin: Apr 2 2011, 03:47 PM

while studying can play angry bird ma

ipad 1 to ipad 2 is like nokia 3210 the dog killer to nokia n8 if u know wut i mean..not interm of spec, but interm of marketing strategy...everything's superfast in tech world..n the consumer keeps on throwing away their money..its nothing for the rich though..dont get me wrong, i own itouch4g, mcbookpro, nokia e7...its just my 2cent during working hours...peace out

The instant the iPad 2 was announced... the iPad was already obsolete...

Ipad 1, Ipad 2, and all future Ipad will get out of date. Technology is changing so fast that all tech stuffs will be out of date as soon as it hits the market.

hi guys, need some advice.
i got a friend offer me less than one month old ipad 64GB wifi+3G at low price, should i take the offer? or should i wait for ipad2?

For a bargain, hell yeah.

If you don't mind those new cameras, slimmer body and a tiny bit faster CPU & GPU.

What's more 64GB 3G iPad2 is going to be hella costly.
Make your choice.

Haha...it depends how much the offer

If it's a good deal then I say take it cause not much difference la iPad 2.
The most thing that I love is that is just slimmer.

yes

The ipod touch 1 came out like. 3 years ago so i think it's safe to say the iPad won't be obsolete anytime soon.

+1

Obsolescence is not a matter so long the technology is still benefit you for what you want!!

+1 100% agree

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Added on April 20, 2011, 9:19 pmipad 16gb+3g = rm1250
is it a good deal??
fren is selling

This post has been edited by movanns: Apr 20 2011, 09:19 PM

I would go for the iPad 2 simply because its much faster and smoother with the dual core 1 Ghz cpu. The graphics performance also much more powerful(7 times more powerful according to Apple). I do feel my ipad 1 is slow and laggy at times.

It also have cameras and you can do video calls with facetime or skype. And record 720P video.

Smart cover is so cool to have too especially the on/off features built into it.

All this adds up to a very difference experience in the long run.

awesome deal.u save about 300 from the market value

unker want ipad ah?

you want to impress who?

When you buy a technology, which in your case is ipad, there no point of looking at the resale value- it won't be appreciating, same apply to other technological product as well- market will pressure them to introduce a new line (or generation) in the next few months.

So your question whether the ipad is absolete or not- yes, it will, maybe in next 2-3 years, esp when they will come out with another gen (eg ipad3) or other tablets can offer something better than apple's ipad (which i doubt in anyway). If i were you, I'll wait for another month or two, until the ipad2 is on the market, since there's no urgency of getting one at the moment.

I agree with this.

True, I bought MacBook Pro 2010 model a few months ago when the 2011 model was announced... because DO NOT WANT Intel rubbish GPU.

Sold my iPad 1 last week for way too cheap for 32GB WiFi + 3G... but the benefit was a very fast sale not too much negotiation and messing around, particularly since I was concerned iPad 2 is coming so asking price of iPad 1 would have to be lower... Plus I didn't want the seller to feel, "Ah, dammit should have just waited for iPad 2". Good deal for them, quick cash for me.

iPhone 3GS is still good. My mum is using mine. I may have to use my iPhone 3G as I need to RMA my iPhone 4 sometime in the next few months before warranty expires, due to home button losing sensitivity to clicking.

This post has been edited by nvidia2006: Apr 25 2011, 06:51 PM