Yup, opening a folder is the most obvious flaw, why the fuck does it not utilise the screen space to show more apps, fix this shit apple.
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iPad Air
- Thread starter Radec
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And during the keynote, Tim Cook specifically attacked other companies for trying to cram PC functionality into their tablets.
chickdigger802
Banned
except those aren't integrated into the os, like how on the phone you can click teh weather to open the app. or the calculator on command center thing.
it doesn't matter that much, but there really isn't a good reason why they aren't there no?
Why would they do that? They still want you to buy a MacBook
They don't care if you're buying an iPad Pro or a MacBook as long as you're buying Apple.
jts
...hate me...
Well, tbh if something as simple as proper attachment support in iOS Mail happened, I could potentially replace my MacBook with my iPad most days.
But alas.
That one is just crazy. I always think that the next big release will fix it, but it never does. What a stupid limitation, only thing that holds me back from loving the iPad properly.
I got this in red, for 5 bucks their other cases got good reviews hope this one is okay
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E44B18I/?tag=neogaf0e-20
http://www.macrumors.com/2013/11/05...-technology-for-thinner-lower-power-displays/
iPad Air finally utilizing Sharp's IGZO panels.
iPad Air finally utilizing Sharp's IGZO panels.
JustProgress
Member
Just bought the Air over the weekend, and so far, after a few days of using it, I'm really enjoying it. Mostly use it to read books and comics, but one question I have is if it can play mkv files, and if not, is their a good app or video player that will allow me to? Sorry for the beginner question, not really used to iOS or apps in general.
The Good Player is great. It's worth the price. Its played everything I have thrown at it.
VLC is available for iOS. On the Air it'll probably play almost any MKV you throw at it.
It's playing is well worth it. Licensed AC3 support as well.
BuggyDClown
Member
Returning my Air tomorrow. As much as I love the screen size, it feels a bit unwieldy, going to have to wait for the retina mini. The size is just better for my needs, the Air is a really great device though.
Press and hold on any icon, and they all get X:es.
Traded in the first gen iPad at Target for $200, picked up a 16GB Air. Wife decided she liked the mini's form factor more than the Air so we swapped and I got the Air. Forgot just how damn big the full size iPads felt. Going to have to try some gaming on this to get a feel for the performance upgrade, but I am having a hard time adjusting to this huge ass screen again.
The apple apps can't be deleted, though most can be moved into a folder.
For everything else, hold down on the icon until they all start shaking, then you can hit the 'X' in the corner to remove the App.
Other than that, anything in particular you are looking to download? I would say just explore the App Store. Lots to check out.
You drag one jiggly icon onto another.
Yeah the biggest weakness of the iPad is the fact that iOS on it quite frankly sucks. It's stale on the iPhone but at least it's optimised for it. On the iPad it's both stale and a lacklustre to use. It's the reason the iPad 3 didn't grab me - I gave it to my parents one week later (they love it).
I think you've actually hit on the iPad's GREATEST strength - the OS is so simple that people outside the geek-sphere actually love it.
Depends on how you look at it. For a power user it's pretty limited. The iPhone for instance works really well with iOS while still being extremely easy to use. The iPad is also easy to use but for the wrong reasons.
What are you comparing it to though? For me it's at least as good as Jelly Bean on my Nexus 4 and 7, better in some ways. There is certainly less under the hood tinkering you can do, but so far I haven't had to (admittedly I've only been using iOS 7 for all of 5 days).
I've never gotten on with windows phone OS or Windows 8, I'd put them at a very distant third to Android and iOS.
Usability wise, Windows Phone OS is simpler than iOS/Android and Windows 8 Modern UI is as powerful as Android if not more so (certainly more powerful than iOS). Microsoft's latest offerings are very well designed.
webOS is still the best though
If that is the case then why do microsofts mobile products mostly crash and burn?
mako
Member
They were relatively late to market with Windows Phone 8, which is architecturally different to Windows Phone 7.x
TheLaughingStock
Member
What can Apple do for most power users? They use Windows at work and/or at home. There are also fundamental problems with the UI and ARM processor before you even get to Apple having advanced/admin functions on an iPad. And I shudder at the prices Apple would charge, to buy docking stations, add more RAM, expand your storage. My god...I hope they just stick to the mini for consumption.
No apps and they are way too late to the party. Ios and android have captured all of consumer attention.
chickdigger802
Banned
something like that old jailbreak tweak that allows multiple apps open.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cYWha8YFi8
shame the project seems to be abandoned (don't think there was ever a working version for ios 6)
I did the same thing yesterday. The Air is an amazingly different experience from my 1st gen! I was actually hoping they would have some retina minis, but I guess they're not out yet.
Power users only use Windows?
That is awesome 0_0
Seems to be available now but you need to call in.
Domcorleone
Member
The Air is a beautiful device but I am tempted to return it to AT&T and just wait for the mini. I loved the size and weight of the mini more and I already have a large tablet with the Surface Pro 1.
I am seriously considering just getting rid of my surface pro and getting a macbook instead and getting a mini for light web browsing.
I am seriously considering just getting rid of my surface pro and getting a macbook instead and getting a mini for light web browsing.
BFIB
Member
Well, fuck. Found three dead pixels last night when looking at an app.
Hopefully Best Buy gets another shipment soon so I can get it swapped. I thought about maybe ordering another from Apple then returning mine to Best Buy for a refund. But I'm not sure if they charge a restocking fee.
Hopefully Best Buy gets another shipment soon so I can get it swapped. I thought about maybe ordering another from Apple then returning mine to Best Buy for a refund. But I'm not sure if they charge a restocking fee.
Apple doesn't charge a restocking fee.
Remember you're not guaranteed to get one this year. They're going to be in extremely short supply.
WordAssassin
Member
Serious question, but how can you even see the dead pixels on a retina display? Isn't the whole point that it's such a high res that you can't see them? They are like impossibly tiny!
BFIB
Member
I meant Best Buy since I would be returning my launch Air to them, and just ordering a new one through Apple.
I returned stuff to BB and never got charged a restocking fee. I think restocking fees applies to large items.
Depending on what color the "dead" or "stuck" pixel is and what color is being shown in surrounding pixels, it could be relatively easy, especially if you're looking for them. "retina" is a very nebulous term that refers to the idea that you can't see pixelation at "typical viewing distances".
If you're still in the return period an exchange shouldn't be a problem.
If they do give you issues, if you have an Apple Store nearby they will swap it out.
I don't know if I have super-eyes or something but I can easily see the pixels on my iphone 5s from regular viewing distance. YMMV
chickdigger802
Banned
open a black wallpaper. look for white stuff. retina screen means you can't differentiate the pixels, but you'd still see a spec of white
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