Print media hail iPad’s potential — from CNN
(CNN) — Now that they’ve gotten a peek at it, publishers of books, newspapers and magazines are hoping Apple’s forthcoming iPad tablet device will breathe new life into their struggling industry.
A handful of publishers already have struck content deals with Apple for the handheld wireless device, which displays text, photos and graphics in high-res color. Apple will launch an online bookstore to sell titles for the iPad, much like iTunes sells music for iPods and other Apple devices.
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Apple iPad: ‘Oversized iPhone’ for some, ‘iVolutionary’ for others — from CNN
Bottom line, he said, the iPad seemed like a product that would hold appeal for some but might be hard to justify buying for many.
“It’s definitely a niche product. There’s no killer app on this product that would make me run out and buy this product. Most of the things I do with my iPhone I’m happy with.”
Apple’s iPad: The Future of Mobile Computing in Education? — by Dian Schaffhauser
Two university mobile program managers speculate on the impact the iPad might have on higher education