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What do you want to know about the iPad 2?

I'm about to go get a hands-on with it ahead of launch, what do you want to know? Remember, the device isn't launching for another week, ask right now!
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How much RAM does it have?
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dave

Resolution is the same, but did they do anything with the screen? For example, did they mount it closer to the glass (as they did with the iPhone 4)?
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eejay

how is the screen and is the cover "too easy" that it comes off with a little jiggle? How would it be in my laptop bag while traveling?
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radikal

do you think the dual core will matter right away? you mentioned how xoom doesn't matter yet. Will iPad take advantage.
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dta

What is the resolution of the front and rear cameras? Is it more like the 4MP camera found on the iPhone 4 or more like the iPod Touch's 0.9MP camera?
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Performance update: I got some initial SunSpider benchmarks, it's a pretty amazing improvement. Lower is better:

iPad 2: 2,151ms (this could even be potentially improved by me quitting all other apps and not accidentally rotating the screen a couple times)
iPad: I've seen as low as 8,500, and as high as over over 10,000ms*
iPhone 4 (iOS 4.2, latest): 10,116ms*
Nexus S: 6,410ms
Motorola Xoom: 2,164ms
Motorola Atrix: 4,635ms
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7-inch: 7,015ms
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10-inch: 2,256**

Many numbers pulled from: www.anandtech.com­/show­/4191­/motorola­-xoom­-review­-f...

* Running iOS 4.2, which doesn't have many of the js performance improvements found in iOS 4.3. So even though the iPad 2 has a faster dual core processor, it's not yet fully fair to say it has 4x the browser performance of today's iPad. I've seen reports that iOS 4.3 on the same hardware offers a 2 to 3x js performance improvement, however.

** Numbers found elsewhere -- I can't confirm their veracity.
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UncleMuscles

How much lighter and thinner than the original does it feel? The original was just a bit too heavy over extended periods of time and I'm wondering if the iPad 2 now feels "right".
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JoseGutierrez

How much RAM does it have?
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jonrojas

Specs for RAM, speaker, and cameras
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chiefted

Wondering if the HDMI dongle will work with the original iPad or is it specific to the iPad V2

Update: Never mind I just found the info on the Apple site. Under Apple Digital AV adapter.
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speg

Does the cover just wake the device or also unlock it? I think I've seen most videos where you don't have to 'slide to unlock' but then I thought I saw one where you did.
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bhill

What is the screen resolution? Same as iPad 1?
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JoseGutierrez

Ask about the data plans as well.
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ryan

Still playing with it, answers to as much as I can answer ASAP!
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sm007hie

1. Still a fingerprint magnet?
2. Does the white version help to hide smudges?
3. Does the white version's bezel "outshine" the screen and/or detract from the screen otherwise?
a) I'm thinking like the difference between MBP matte vs. gloss.
4. Still only a single speaker again?
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dta

Can you tell if the sound quality is better or worse or the same than the iPad 1?
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golfstud

Does the jack accept the Iphone microphone headphones? In other words can I use an external mic?
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skudo900630

Is the 3G version for GSM version unlocked in US, or is it locked to AT&T?
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SteveBIRK

Do you know if they are going to be given to reviewers before the 11th??
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ArmpitOfDeath

In how deep a pool of gdgt staff drool is it surrounded by today?
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notgary

Is the weight decrease significantly noticeable when you're holding it, or is that going to just be a marketing thing?
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martymankins

Has the power supplied to the dock port been changed i.e. camera connection kit to allow other devices to work like keyboards, headsets, etc?
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alttvgreg

If you buy the 3G model, can you choose between AT&T and Verizon or do you have to buy an individual model for each carrier (AT&T iPad, Verizon iPad)?
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trey851

Ryan, how is the new speaker?
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kamalazmy

If you have the iPad 1 already, should you get this new iPad 2 or should we wait to see what happens in September?

(In true Apple fashion) One more thing: Black or White?
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JimJimBinks

Have you played with Garageband at all? Does it seem like it would run on the current iPad?
Has there been any indication that the app will work on the current gen iPad?
Wow, that was 3 questions, sorry.
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kolebee

I'm curious: is FaceTime allowed over 3G? Surely it must allow that, but since all the data plans will ostensibly (still) be capped… I do wonder how FaceTime is supposed to become a thing when people again have to worry about bytes or be chained to wifi.
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dougweissman

If you have the ATT 3G unlimited plan on the iPad 1, can you move the micro-sim to the iPad 2?
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copdodge

Firstly is it the best thing? Or should i wait for iPad 3 or iPhone 5?

Does it outclass its competitors.I have had many gadgets-PSP,N97,DS,iPod etc.But Apple has been the best. Is it true or should i consider the alternatives as well? The basis of consideration is solely performance and not features.

Lastly, is it unlockable? Can we use it without a contract. I plan to buy it in Japan with contract and I want to be able to use it India when I return.
Thnx!
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uSlackr

The iPad is "difficult to hold due to the smooth design & weight." Does the new case attach strongly enough that it can support the device when rolled into a triangle?
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joezorry

How big chance do you think it is that Apple will release another iPad this year (iPad 3)?, it does not seem to correlate with the history of how Apple is releasing their products.

Also I want a tablet really soon and since I live in Sweden iPad 2 is the only option without importing one (but since Verizon won't work here). Is the iPad 2 a great device?

I've lived with iOS on the iPhone but I currently use a Nexus One and have a small tendency to like Android a bit more. Although the speed, size and weight of the iPad 2 seems really great and is compelling on it's own. If I want a tablet in Q1 or Q2 is iPad 2 the way to go?
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Loru

I want to know what the BACK of the white 3G iPad looks like...does it have a white 3G plastic cover or black? Does the cover extend on to the front of the iPad like the old one? I cant find pics anywhere!
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PDAdams

What is your preference, white or black? Any notion of how visible scratches are with each?
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