I have enjoyed Apple’s products and software and have been a fan for several years. When my 1st generation Mac Mini started to falter, I made a decision. Instead of replacing it with another computer, I would buy an iPad instead. I had seen and played with the iPad at the school I work at as well as in the store. Well my Mini died and I knew I would have to wait, because I didn’t have the money and the iPad 2 was on the way. I figured by the time I had the money it would be an iPad 3 I would be buying. Well I got a gift and was able to buy the iPad 2 (Wi-fi only), navy smart cover, Targus stylus, and Kingston clear back cover.
This device is by FAR my favorite Apple Device. Don’t get me wrong I enjoy my Macbook and iPhone. But for my life the iPad 2 is a GREAT tool. I use it constantly. At work I use it as a second monitor just showing my email. I use it to surf the web and tweet. I spend my lunch time reading on my Kindle app. I use the Citrix app to access the work programs and files. At home I use it in the living room to check email, Facebook, Twitter and GetGlue. I have Olive Tree Bible software and use it for reading the Bible at Church and home group. I use the UPad app to take notes on the sermon. I taught at home group and used the UPad for my notes. I even pulled up maps and photos to show. I use Flipboard to catch up on news and blogs. Last week, I was running sound for dance and ballet productions. I used the iPod app to play the music through the professional sound system.
Thinking about the 2 weeks I have owned the iPad 2 I only have one regret. I wish I would have gotten the 3G version. I know I can pay the extra and use my iPhone hotspot feature, which I’m considering. But overall I am very satisfied with the product and I look forward to using it until iPad 4 or 5 comes out.
