So I bought an iPad Mini about 3 weeks ago. I didn't really want one, but I figured I needed to get the hang of it as an e-reading device. I have a 3rd gen iPad, which is attached to me by an umbilical cord. I take it everywhere I go, both inside and outside the house, and I use it more than I use my iPhone. So what do I need a Mini for? Much to my surprise … [Read more...] about I Like My iPad Mini – Much to My Surprise!
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Top Tablet News – December 6th, 2012
iPad projected to rule the roost in 2013, though Android is set to make strong gains Apple may have started out with a bang in the tablet segment, something that is still echoing strong in the tablet market, though the effect might be fading slowly but steadily. On the other hand, Android based tablet devices have started out with a limp, but are slowly witnessing more … [Read more...] about Top Tablet News – December 6th, 2012
iPad Mini and Nook HD Video Comparison
Welcome to another Good e-Reader Comparison Video! Today we take a look at the new Barnes and Noble Nook HD and the Apple iPad Mini. We are primarily evaluating the reading experience, and will show you newspapers, magazines, PDF, and ebooks. You will get a sense of all the options that are available on both devices and how you can augment the text experience. Finally, we will … [Read more...] about iPad Mini and Nook HD Video Comparison
Kobo Arc VS the Apple iPad Mini
Welcome to another jaw-dropping edition of the Good e-Reader Video Comparison Series! Today we take a look at the Apple iPad Mini and how it stacks up against the Kobo Arc. Both of these devices reflect the very latest from both companies and we evaluate how they both perform as a dedicated e-reader. We check out ebooks, comics, magazines, newspapers, and lots more! If you are … [Read more...] about Kobo Arc VS the Apple iPad Mini
iPad 3, iPad Mini, and Kindle Fire HD Under a Microscope
Here are three shots at 10X magnification of my iPad 3, iPad Mini, and Kindle Fire HD. Ignore the blue background, as it's an artifact of the processing software. All three shots were taken with the font set at the same size. I'm using a very old Intel Play USB microscope, which is quite obsolete now. (I have a new microscope on order and will re-do these when it comes in, but … [Read more...] about iPad 3, iPad Mini, and Kindle Fire HD Under a Microscope
LTE iPad Mini and iPad 4 Now Avialable from AT&T, Sprint, Verizon
Apple finally made the announcement that its fans presumably have been dying to hear; both the 4G LTE iPad Mini and iPad 4 versions can now be picked up from the big three American carriers, AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint. Unfortunately, there aren't a whole lot of iPads available, with some reports claiming supplies are quite limited. This means you have to really hurry if you … [Read more...] about LTE iPad Mini and iPad 4 Now Avialable from AT&T, Sprint, Verizon
Which e-Reader Should I Buy for the Holidays?
It's not an easy choice. There is a lot of good hardware on the market right now, so let's break it down into several categories. There are two main areas that you need to give some thought to in making your choice: the platform and the provider. The Platform - tablet or e-ink? Here is the first choice you need to make - tablet or e-ink. Tablets run from … [Read more...] about Which e-Reader Should I Buy for the Holidays?
Apple Granted Patent for Their Page Turn Animation
Anyone who has spent some time with iBooks should be familiar with the way pages turn on ebooks. It's unique in that it mirrors the appearance of a page turning on a real book. Apple has now been granted patent on the particular animation with patent number D670,713 titled "Display screen or portion thereof with animated graphical user interface." The animation responds to a … [Read more...] about Apple Granted Patent for Their Page Turn Animation
Top Tablet News – November 10, 2012
Nexus 10 expected to arrive early There are plenty of things to be excited about with the new Nexus 10 device. It runs the latest Android 4.2, which brings some nice improvements over its earlier iterations. The Nexus 10 also sports a processor that is based on the new Cortex A15 designs. Then, of course, the Nexus 10 has a the highest pixel density on planet earth. All this … [Read more...] about Top Tablet News – November 10, 2012
Top Tablet News – November 8th, 2012
iPad Mini with retina display rumored Given Apple’s current obsession with retina displays, its absence makes the iPad Mini the odd one out in its current tablet lineup. That did not stop consumers from buying out the stock of the new mini iPads, but the fact that its display left something to be desired is no secret. A slightly lower resolution display is one of the biggest … [Read more...] about Top Tablet News – November 8th, 2012