Xoom pricing: With the iPad 2 coming out, why buy a Xoom?
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Motorola and Verizon screwed up the marketing BIG TIME. However, I got the Xoom for 28% off thanks to a glitch in Motorola's store. There are numerous reasons why I like the Xoom and prefer it over the iPad. But it is a subjective decision that should not be driven by fanboyism but by the needs and expectations for the device. I love the widgets on the Xoom; I unlock the screen in the morning and see the weather, my various email accounts and the latest news all at once. No need to open individual apps. I also have it overclocked already. The guys at XDA are killer!
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This is the iPad Air with 64gb. They don't sell it with 64GB anymore. That's why this is a commodity.
1704086
I don't believe it is. I don't believe the I pad 2 is out as of yet. All I have been reading is they are accepting pre-orders at this time.
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Failure? iPad only charges from some USB ports. (Not even all recent MacBooks work. And iPhone chargers don't work.) And those that do work only charge when iPad is sleeping, and even then very, very slowly. Xoom uses a simple separate 12V 1.5A charger, and consequently charges very quickly. It's a reasonable compromise, and it's probably a better solution than Apple's.
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It is not a good starter tablet and if I had the chance I would sell mine my wife and I don't use ours we got the first gen ipad how much are you looking at paying for yours couse there are better ones out now for cheaper and do more stuff faster hope I was helpfull
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LOL.... the processor alone make the Ipad look like cow dung. Add in no restrictions blue tooth.. yeah apple likes to live in their little fenced in area where they even control the hardware you hook up to your device. Also not 10". 7" can accually be put in a nice carry case on your belt and with the second edition model you will be able to put your sim chip in.. so unlocked can use on any 3-4g network. So I would say.. less $$$ much better hardware and open not locked. This tablet is for the grown ups who dont want to be lead down the path by big daddy apple.. but want to be able to do what they want when they want.
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i prefer it could have a 16M camera. for $299, you may get the new iPad for $450.
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Really? Apple iPad MC707LL/A (64GB, Wi-Fi, Black) 3rd GenerationYou could also get the 32Gb version and get a 32gb micro SD for $30. ... or get 2. The extendable storage through micro SD was a big selling point for me.
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This is an older model. I would get the newer ones. I had this one for two years and used it every day. I had to pop the case off in the back and resolder the power cord connection because it wasn't charging. Also the touch pad is getting worn out. But it still goes on and it isn't any slower than day one because unlike a Windows machine, it doesn't get clogged up with device drivers and other crud. Chromebooks are the perfect second or third internet device in the household. Half the cost of a less useful iPad.
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Search for I-Blason iPad 2. I don't have an iPad 2, but they most likely make one for it.
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I have a first gen Nexus 7 - love it. If you want to pay over twice as much for the iPad , it is also a nice product - my wife really likes hers.
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It is a higher resolution display than is found on the IPad 2. Also found on the IPad Air. Nice and crisp.
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Actually, it would only be $41 less than MSRP as this is the 16GB tablet which is selling for $380. Note the 16GB in the Technical Details and the -A1 on the part number. Include shipping and the margin is down to about $30. Of course that is still $50 cheaper than the 32GB version with dock.
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Cathie, I agree. My daughter owns a Kindle and I have an iPod touch with the Kindle app. I truly hope they will continue to offer that app for the iPad. Yes, I agree that the Kindle is a perfect e-reader and the backlighting in the iPad will strain the eyes, however, it will offer so much for those that want an all-in-one device. I'm still going to hold out until fall or winter of next year. If the app IS available for the iPad, I will definitely consider purchasing it. Love, love, love to Amazon and the Kindle will always be there.
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Amazon wants us to buy their tablet so they raise the price on the IPad, hoping we will see how inexpensive their tablet is and buy it. This will only work with very few uninformed customers. Amazon is missing out on a lot of sales by doing this.
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Sorry for complexity of answer, a bit more involved than apples and oranges. We have original kindle fire rooted with latest android software and it rocks dollar for dollar. But we also ordered a recond Ipad 3, bought a 5th gen ipod and iphone at exorbitant prices. Kindle can do it all, problem lies with others perceptions. Family in law are "only" getting latest I whatever, and then expect everyone to use "face time" instead of goggles hangouts which are inconvenient. Apple has some cool stuff but not worth the cost in my opinion unless it is a prerequisite to family cohesiveness.
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I heard that the newer, faster iPad 2 will be coming out by the end of February. Rumor is it might have 4G speed. It would probably be wise to wait a couple of months to see what Apple has to offer. I'm just saying....