Ken Masters
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Are the front edges raised on that cover so if you drop it face down the screen is protected?
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iPad Air 2 |OT| - Vibrating Sound, Not Magical but Revolutionary
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Are the front edges raised on that cover so if you drop it face down the screen is protected?
You mean the case? If so, yes.
The Smart Cover covers the entire face of the iPad, folds around the back when using it.
TheChewyWaffles
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Got my replacement iPad today in the mail to replace my first iPad air 2 with a pink screen tint. Much better screen on this one!
Ken Masters
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Not the smart cover, but the clear case you linked
The vibration is noticeable going from an Ipad 3, to an Air 2. But I compared it to my friend's Air 1, and honestly, it is about at the same level. Maybe a slight bit more pronounced.
But it's not like you can use the corner of the thing as a magic bullet...
Ah, yeah it is. If I get a chance I'll put up a pic of it.
threetri333
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I got a thin scratch on the back cover Aluminum that's 3 inch long! How do I hide it? 
Bent? Mine looks exactly the same.
My smart cover is a bit bent. That's annoying. Let's see if I can straighten this..
The magnets are just in the 3rd section, right? So the mid section isn't pulled down the same way.
My smart cover is a bit bent. That's annoying. Let's see if I can straighten this..
Same issue with mine. Can any Air 1 owners comment if they have the same problem?
close to the edge
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Yeah, my cover bends the same way (Air 2), but I don't really mind.
I'm really impressed with my iPad so far. I had a first-generation Nexus 7 before, which was pretty good, but this is a step up for sure. iOS has also definitely improved a lot since I've last used it (2nd gen iPod touch).
I'm really impressed with my iPad so far. I had a first-generation Nexus 7 before, which was pretty good, but this is a step up for sure. iOS has also definitely improved a lot since I've last used it (2nd gen iPod touch).
Oh. It's my first iPad so I just thought that was how it was meant to be. It doesn't bother me, at least
VE3TRO
Formerly Gizmowned
So I had been opting to purchase an iPad Mini 2 or 3 for my mum to use and I would now and then. She doesn't really use her iMac anymore so for awhile she's stuck with the iPhone 4 but she's a little fed up with the size and how much it's slowing down lately.
We recently got a callback on a Microwave and the shop is giving us a £120/$190 voucher to use in the shop. I was intending to get the iPad Mini 2 or possibly the Mini 3 but I don't mind putting in some extra cash for the Air 2.
It would mostly be used for web browsing, emails and Skype. She also takes 100's of photos so I thought getting the better camera would be a bonus plus it has the option of the slow motion setting at 240fps while the others don't.
I don't think she would bother too much about the slow motion but I've always wanted a camera which could do this. This would be our first iPad and will probably have it for a good few years.
So basically Air 2 or a Mini 2/3?
We recently got a callback on a Microwave and the shop is giving us a £120/$190 voucher to use in the shop. I was intending to get the iPad Mini 2 or possibly the Mini 3 but I don't mind putting in some extra cash for the Air 2.
It would mostly be used for web browsing, emails and Skype. She also takes 100's of photos so I thought getting the better camera would be a bonus plus it has the option of the slow motion setting at 240fps while the others don't.
I don't think she would bother too much about the slow motion but I've always wanted a camera which could do this. This would be our first iPad and will probably have it for a good few years.
So basically Air 2 or a Mini 2/3?
Sounds like the Air 2 would be your best bet. Especially if you want to keep around for a couple of years after. And 2GB ram!
The Last Wizard
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My smart cover is a bit bent. That's annoying. Let's see if I can straighten this..
Mine is the same too.
It isn't the same cover.
In comparison to the iPad 3 Smart Cover I don't like it as it doesn't stay together most of the time when its folded. The magnet feels much weaker.
TheChewyWaffles
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Get her the Air 2. Your mom is going to hate the < 100% SRGB values in the iPad Mini 2.
Doominated
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So we're going to be switching a ton of retail store's registers to iPads at my job soon. Considering getting the Air 2 so I can familiarize myself with the iPad version of iOS since we'll have to provide support for those stores too. I already have a 5s though.
Someone want to talk me out of it, or should I go ahead and do it?
Someone want to talk me out of it, or should I go ahead and do it?
Jedeye Sniv
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Get an iPad if you want an iPad, not because your shop will be using them. That's mad. You'll get used to how it works in about 30 seconds.
Unless you can bill the cost to the company, in which case go for it.
Sithlord77
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How does the 2gb ram help outside games? Does it crash from browsers less often?
I wanna purchase one but only if the 2gb ram makes a difference.
I wanna purchase one but only if the 2gb ram makes a difference.
axisofweevils
Holy crap! Today's real megaton is that more than two people can have the same first name.
Silly question, but is there any way to permanently turn off the "Cellular Data Plan: You have not signed up for a data plan, would you like to set up a new account?" message? It is really annoying me. My wifi is good enough for 99% of occasions. I only ever intend to use that feature if I take my iPad away with me on trips....
I don't have a lot of experience with other iPads, I had a iPad 3rd gen, but I honestly didn't use it much. My browser(safari) has not crashed so far and I've had over 10 tabs open at a time. I would say yes it does make a difference, how could it not.
This gives you a good idea of how much the update helps out: http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/iPad/XCOM:+Enemy+Unknown/feature.asp?c=62188
Replay Video Editor by Stupeflix
https://appsto.re/us/ZSbyP.i
Bought the full Replay video app for iPad Air 2 and I'm quite happy with this app. (Was featured on the key note.) Overall it's great for making cool montage videos very quickly. It's easy to use with some cool customization features.
Be warned. The output quality is stuck at 480P with no option to change this.
I think it's fantastic but the output quality needs work. The app really needs options for video output quality. At least a 720P option. Because 480P doesn't look good even on my iPhone 5. Especially with most devices out there being equipped with greater than 480P screens.
I highly recommend your mother takes one for a test drive at a store. In particular, have her take photos with the iPad. I argue the iPad Air 2 camera has its uses but they're limited. You'll know it when you have to actually take pictures with an iPad Air 2 in your hands. One thing to keep in mind is the iPad Air 2 because of its size doesn't function as a good quick point and shoot like an iPhone 4 or other mobile phone would.
Personally for me I rather take spot photos with my iPhone 5 and beam them (I miss iPhoto) to the iPad for storage. I also have a much better semi pro camera that I use in conjunction with the iPad when I'm out taking photographs as a hobby. Only I use the camera adapter to transfer all the photos and then clear the sd card afterward. I'm also prefer to review them on the iPad Air. I own the 128GB iPad Air now.
I find that I have to sign in to certain apps far less often. They retain my progress for far longer than my iPad 3 ever did. It's also nice that Safari tabs almost never reload themselves.
I couldn't find anything. It was bugging me too.
My final fix? I started for a T-Mobile account, which gives 200MB of data each month for free. Then, I went back into the general settings and turned off my cellular data. That ended all messages. And the 200MB has been pretty handy for occasional Twitter checks.
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Further thoughts..
First, I love the new screen. The lack of an air gap between the glass surface and the screen itself makes a nice difference, as though I'm actually touching the content. My Zelda wallpaper looks incredible..
Lock screen:
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e323/HylianTom/4e6bcad156487564422dc3bf42ec6616.jpg
Desktop wallpaper:
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e323/HylianTom/447737ebb49095a9f9203e889c1badc6.jpg
Next, I've had Safari refresh on me fewer than five times since starting. (For reference: I usually browse for about 6 hours a day at work, 5 days a week, usually with 5 tabs open at any given time.) It's fantastic not holding my breath every time I jump between tabs with partially filled-out fields.
And finally: I've never had such an organized/labeled music/movies/TV file system. Feels damn good.
godofcookery
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i can't seem to find any polyurethane iPad Air 2 Smart Cases. Are the only ones available the Leather ones?
killertofu
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That 140$ gift card from Target is making me want to choose an iPad Air 2 instead of 1...
threetri333
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Killer Deal. This is probably the best time to buy an iPad Air 2 until the next model comes out.
killertofu
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Yeah, if that applies to the 64GB one then I'm definitely going to get one
threetri333
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How soon did you get the Gift Card that came with the iPad? I hope you get it immediately because I want to use the Gift Card on other things.
Lana Del Rey
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I discovered that my iPhone 6 vibrates when I play music too
It wasn't as annoying as I thought it would be
It wasn't as annoying as I thought it would be
I believe its the same day, not sure if it was immediate though. I used the gift card to buy groupon gift card to get the ps plus deal and that was the evening of Black Friday.
I don't have it
awesome! Did it start midnight PST or was it a more sane time?
Someone suggested to turn the volume all the way down and then up again. I did so, and the issue seemed to be gone for over a week. But on the weekend, when I opened Spotlight, it popped again.
Well, shit. I'm reluctant to go through the trouble of getting a replacement as of this time. Many people report of issue-free replacements, but lots of others have the same problem. So I'd rather wait for the cause to be determined. I doubt it, but maybe it is just a software issue.
And if it's hardware, I'd have to wait anyway until they fix the problem in the manufacturing process.
I've heard this on my own Air 2. It's not frequent but it happens from time to time.
sweetvar26
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I've never got used to it. I always have to save them individually rather than downloading the entire folder. It sucks but yeah unless I'm doing something wrong.
godofcookery
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it is annoying to hold this while playing music or a game of some kind. or watching videos as I do frequently. Hmmmmm, I am guessing its a design issue because of the thin profile. Are there units w/o vibration, some people seem to claim there are.
sweetvar26
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I don't think so. I think it's just personal preference to those people who seem to mind or not with that vibration. I do have to agree with you though, kinda annoying and in fact, my fingers act like they go numb after a little while with music out.
godofcookery
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yea, this happens to me too, though maybe a better case would solve the issue, I have a the thin leather apple one right now.
Have a hard time deciding between 4g and wifi. Internet everywhere and GPS seem really nice, but it also 130 more expensive. And I can always tether it to my phone, but it wouldn't be as convenient. And I could also get more memory for the same price.
What do people here use to protect their iPads?
What do people here use to protect their iPads?
I say just go with the wifi. Its a bigger pain (at least to me) when you don't have enough storage to put apps on the thing and you have to start deleting stuff.
And I just use the smart cover apple sells.
Ken Masters
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Once you go LTE on the iPad you don't go back, I travel a lot and I don't like having to rely on shitty wifi or killing my iPhone battery trying to teather it
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