Review: The Apple iPad Case

I just posted this on the Apple Store and thought I'd post it here, too:

The Apple iPad Case protects the iPad very well. More so, it actually adds a lot of functionality, believe it or not. It allows the iPad to sit up at an angle while typing. This is great when the iPad is on a desk or when it's on your lap. I'm typing on it that way while on my lap right now.

Also, and this I just realized last night: you can sit the iPad up on the wide edge (when the cover is tucked into the slot in the back) and then the iPad is like a little TV. Great for watching videos on it.

And from a protection perspective, the extra slight protrusion around the edges protects it from damage in the case of bumps or falls. And the flap that covers the screen is perfect.

Lastly, from a style perspective, while the soft microfiber gets dirty looking, it's easy to wipe off and clean. And when it does look dirty, it actually looks kinda cool in my opinion. Has a bit of a grunge look combined with the gray Apple logo on the front of the case. I just love it.

And I wasn't so sure about this case at first. But now I wouldn't trade it for anything else.

Happy iPad Day

I'm at the Apple Store right now, typing this on an iPad. And all I can say is that Newsweek definitely gets it right!

Which iPad to get?

Apple announced the iPad today, and I can't stop salivating.

But which one to get? The 16 GB model, or the 32 GB or the 64 GB?

And regarding connectivity, the model with Wi-Fi only or the one with both Wi-Fi and 3G?

My take: Assuming you have (or plan to have) a large library of videos, photos or music, go as large as you can afford. You'll fill it up. But if you don't have a lot of space-hogging media, 16 GB should suffice.

And regarding 3G or not, I'd lean toward getting the 3G capability, unless your budget is tight. You aren't on a contract, meaning that you can cancel (and presumably restart) month-by-month service anytime. So if you were traveling or somewhere where you'd otherwise have to spend a chunk of change to activate Wi-Fi for a 24-hour period, buy a month's worth of 3G coverage instead.