Presentation of the iPad 3 is expected in February, and the output device on the market - in March this year. Publication eWeeks found 10 reasons why potential buyers should postpone buying a tablet.
According to the resource, in 2012, is expected to "the emergence of truly innovative products" that can overshadow a new gadget Apple. Read on and you'll learn why you should not buy iPad 3 at the start of sales.
1. This may be insignificant update.
"Every year before the release of the next iPhone or iPad there were rumors about the serious innovation in the new model. But last year, Apple instead proposed minor changes and the letter S next to the numeral 4. Therefore, there is a strong chance that the iPad 3 will not be a major step forward. "
The author of this list has no idea what the iPad iPhone 3 or 5, or any other as yet unannounced device from Apple, and in a hurry to give advice on the purchase. His assumption he bases on the fact that the device shown in Apple in 2011, - iPad 2 and iPhone 4S - were "minor updates", forgetting that this is a normal cycle for a product Apple: between iPhone 3G and iPhone 4 was 3GS, which was so "minor", that is relevant to this day.
2. It is possible that the iPad 2 will be available at a lower price.
"It is assumed that Apple will continue to sell the iPad 2 after the release of iPad 3.As is the case with the iPhone 4 iPhone 4S, a company can do for a substantial discount obsolescent tablet, releasing iPad 3 on the standard price of 499 dollars. Why not save a few bucks and buy a model last year, instead of new? "
A strange assumption. Why not wait at least three iPad announcement and then see what happens in reality? Even if the iPad 2 will indeed be available at a discounted price (at least on the secondary market for such devices for "cheap" is just full of "), then it will not stop someone who wants to buy an iPad 3, especially if it turns out that the update will be a worthy All the rumors that have long circulated about him.
3. Wait a tablet based on Android.
"Let the ardent fans of Apple is not even an option, but some consumers may want to hold it in the hands of the plates under Android, which will appear this year, before they decide to buy an iPad 3."
Yes, this is exactly what consumers expect. Not only does good tablet with Android is already there, so if you need a gadget to the OS, you can not wait for the announcement of iPad 3.But in general, even Google acknowledges the fact that most of the Android-tablet market is worse, and promised in the future Tablet "highest quality". Let's really nothing to buy, but just wait until Google will fulfill his promise.
4. Prospects with Windows 8.
"The Windows operating system has not yet been able to capture a meaningful share of the market tablets. But by the end of this year, Microsoft plans to unveil Windows 8, and tablets running the operating system will be very interesting. Will they be better apple counterparts? While no one knows. But they should wait to buy an iPad 3. "
This is exactly what is coming: the plates with the fans and the confusion of compatibility x86 and ARM architectures and platforms that they generate with Windows 8. Especially considering the anticipated release date towards the end of 2012. Even the author writes about things that nobody knows what will turn a tablet on Windows 8, but it's better to wait. Wise advice.
5. Or, better ultrabook?
"Tablet PC - a good thing, and there is no doubt that the iPad 3 will appeal to consumers. But there are other form factors, which are available to clients who want to be mobile. Chief among them is ultrabook. These light and thin device is ideal for mobile users and have a full physical keyboard. In addition, their prices are expected to fall this year, making ultrabook more accessible. "
"Or maybe a cow, but too well," was sung in the famous cartoon about a crow plasticine. Of course, there are other form factors of mobile devices - laptops, smartphones - which to some extent a substitute for a tablet, just like their positive aspects of the tablet can replace other devices. We just do not forget that the cost of the most ultrabook not from Apple in two to three times higher than the same iPad.
6. Assume first that will fix the problem.
"Being one of the first buyers of fun for those who are not experienced with hardware and software problems with the new iOS-devices. The right decision with any product (not just Apple) to wait a month or two and see what users would complain. If no problems - you can go to the store. "
Similarly, just need to wait for 3-5% with the new device forums on the random or imagined problems, creating the impression that the problem is massive and involves no less than 146% of all users of the device. And then, of course, an entirely new product, not the third generation of the most popular tablet - of course, there will be continuous problems.
7. You can buy an iPad 3 at work.
"Everybody who has decided to buy an iPad 3 to think about: what if the device will be so good that you have in your company will give it to work. In fact, many corporate customers are planning to introduce Apple-tablet in their working environment. "
And if you write a letter to Santa Claus? Or, at least, ask your parents? After all, we can not wait until your company goes on the iPad instead ultrabook or what we have today actually. Why do I need to wait for that magical moment when the company will take a decision if it is possible to solve the problem yourself if you want to?
8. Please wait while Amazon shows that there they have.
"If the iPad is a serious competitor in the tablet market, it's Amazon Kindle Fire.This year is expected a new version of the device with 7-inch screen for $ 199.Probably, Amazon will release a large model with a display of 10 inches. "
Indeed, when will the iPad 3 would be the time to wait a certain mythical product from Amazon, which may come or may not be released in 2012. Perhaps it will improve the 7-inch version of the Kindle Fire, and, perhaps, will appear in the 10 inch version, but in any case, it may be better, but maybe not better than the iPad 3. See how all the obvious?
9. It is best to spend money now.
"There are many potential buyers of tablets that, when he heard about the iPad 3, refuse to buy the current model. This is a bad idea. iPad 2 - a great device as Kindle Fire. Spend the money now and see what Apple has prepared the iPad 3 - the best solution for any customer. "
At the end of the list went very strange reason, just to make it to the magic number 10. Of course, why put off something and plan to spend a penny all that is, without delay for a second - tomorrow will be too late!
10. It is better to wait for iPad 4.
"Users iPad 2, or any good tablet should wait for iPad 4. This device certainly get all the necessary functions. iPad 3 may be a good product, but if you wait a year, the iPad 4 will satisfy all needs. The last thing a buyer needs to do - buy yourself a new iPad every year. "
Of course, it is better to wait for 5 or even iPad iPad 6, so they for sure will not deceive your expectations. Or deceived - this also tells eWeek.
