I just might go cop a Ipad today

[The Dre Era]

i think im falling for the hype
been reading up on it all day
anybody cop one?
somebody please talk me out of it

[SlapFace]

http://www.downloadsquad.com/2010/04/06/reverse-engineering-confirms-apple-ipad-is-a-really-big-ipod-to/

If you really want to waste money, why not support your dz brethren and visit http://www.rivercityresumes.com

[T-MADDY]

is you broke, nigga? then buy it. wtf.

[Broadway Joe]

Hitler says don't cop one.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_EcybyLJS8

[BionicCommando]

i think im falling for the hype
been reading up on it all day
anybody cop one?
somebody please talk me out of it


Seriously? What are you gonna do with that thing that you can't do with an Iphone and a laptop? Its flashy yeah but it doesn't do anything more special than an Iphone. It doesn't even have all the features yet that will be coming out in a few weeks.

But if you just want to show it off then by all means.

[The Dre Era]

Seriously? What are you gonna do with that thing that you can't do with an Iphone and a laptop? Its flashy yeah but it doesn't do anything more special than an Iphone. It doesn't even have all the features yet that will be coming out in a few weeks.

But if you just want to show it off then by all means.
the 10hr battery life really has me sold
i travel a lot so it would be convenient to carry around
plus it has a HD Screen

[Mercury]

i think I'ma get a netbook or something. my laptop is frankenstein right now...I gotta plug up so much external drives for it to function, it makes traveling with it IMPOSSIBLE. I basically have a laptop thats comparable to a desktop lol

[Tully Blanchard]

the 10hr battery life really has me sold
i travel a lot so it would be convenient to carry around
plus it has a HD Screen

Cop it and give the DZ brethren an in-depth analysis my friend. You're already sold on it and I'm sure that you can afford it.

[Mojo]

i think I'ma get a netbook or something. my laptop is frankenstein right now...I gotta plug up so much external drives for it to function, it makes traveling with it IMPOSSIBLE. I basically have a laptop thats comparable to a desktop lol

I want a cheap joint too. My laptop won't come on because the port for the battery charger is damaged.

[The Dre Era]

I want a cheap joint too. My laptop won't come on because the port for the battery charger is damaged.
buy a dock for it
i have the same problem on my dell laptop

[The Dre Era]

Cop it and give the DZ brethren an in-depth analysis my friend. You're already sold on it and I'm sure that you can afford it.
i check again today
the 16 gig is sold out everywhere
the Apple Stores are hoping to get new shipments Monday

[Nerd_Ferguson]

There are no words that can convey my irritation w/ the iPad...

I have so many bad things to say about that piece of crap.

[SyncereOne]

There are no words that can convey my irritation w/ the iPad...

I have so many bad things to say about that piece of crap.

what you got against it?

I'm still undecided about it...I just hopped on the apple bandwagon around christmas 09. I got an ipod touch, and now an iphone.

[Nerd_Ferguson]

the internets is acting like the iPad is some revolutionary device...companies have been making tablets for years... even if you overlook the fact that the iPad is an oversized iPod touch.... you still have to think about one important fact...

the majority of the country already has an iPhone....owning an iPhone and an iPad would be silly...like for real, what would be the point? They do practically the same thing....if all you wanna do is light web browsing while you're out and about...do it on your iPhone...if you wanna send emails, type up blog entries, work on a paper..you're gonna need a keyboard dock...which kinda kills the "portability" of it all...at that point you might as well just have a lap top anyway.

Plus...most people already own a smartphone AND a laptop...which negates the need for a device like this anyway. It's all just dumb. Most people are such blind slaves to apples products they buy shit w/o even realizing what it's for.

[The Dre Era]

in general i hate apple
but this device would help me out a lot with my job as i can show power points and go to websites on the fly without having to boot up like laptops.
plus if i hate it i know i can flip that shit like pancakes on ebay

[Mojo]

buy a dock for it
i have the same problem on my dell laptop

What do you mean?

[geo1976]

I read somewhere that you can only have one thing open at a time. Like, you can have the internet going at the same time you have a word doc open. Or you can't listen to music while surfing. And also Apple broke it off with Adobe so most of the sites you visit you won't be able to see pictures and stuff because they run on Flash.

[Nerd_Ferguson]

ah yes. No multitasking. At least not until the summer when they decide to do the OS upgrade.

[Smoka]

What do you mean?He talking about this homie

http://cgi.ebay.com/GATEWAY-PRSHR-LAPTOP-DOCK-8006012-8006525-450SX4_W0QQitemZ230358120815QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLap top_Docking_Stations?hash=item35a269f96f

[Smoka]

Go ahead and cop Dre... Ill wait for this

HP preps its would-be iPad killer, the Slate

Remember the HP Slate, the upcoming Windows 7-powered tablet that we first saw during Microsoft's CES keynote back in January? Well, we just got more details on HP's would-be iPad killer, thanks to a new, official teaser video and Engadget's decidedly unofficial series of leaked specs.


The last time we saw the Slate was in the hands of Steve Ballmer during a rather tepid presentation in Las Vegas, with Ballmer showing off the Kindle reader and struggling a bit as he tried to tee up a video. But HP has clearly stepped up its game, starting with this snazzy 30-second teaser video that makes a point of showing off all the features on the Slate that are missing on the iPad, such as a built-in camera, a USB port (a real one, not an adapter), and an SD card slot.



Just a few hours after the video was posted, Engadget managed to snag what appears to be an HP marketing sheet — titled, none too subtly, "HP Slate vs. iPad" — that specifically stacks up the Slate to the iPad, point for point. Now, before we dive into the details here, let's just point out that HP has yet to officially cough up detailed specs for the Slate, much less a price tag or a release date (other than "this year," that is). Still, if what we're looking at here is real, it's a pretty clear indication that HP is positioning the Slate as an iPad killer.

Looking at the (purported) spec sheet, the Slate appears to have a series of enticing features that are missing on the iPad. There's the camera, of course, and we're not just talking one but two: a 3MP lens in back and a front-facing VGA camera for video conferencing. We've also got a single USB 2.0 port, an SD card reader, a "conventional" SIM tray for 3G networking, and HDMI-out video capabilities (not to mention 1080p playback) via the Slate's dock connector. (Each of these key points are highlighted on the leaked marketing sheet as an "HP advantage," by the way.)

Pretty interesting, and here's a few more details to boot (again, not official): an 8.9-inch, 1024-by-600-pixel display (slightly smaller and lower-res than the iPad), a 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor under the hood, and 32 or 64GB of built-in flash storage (expandable via the SD card slot). The spec sheet doesn't mention Flash support specifically, but HP has already made it pretty clear that yes, you will be able to view Flash videos on the Slate.

The leaked spec sheet describes the Slate as measuring 9.2 by 5.7 by 0.57 inches, making the Slate (potentially) a tad taller, narrower, and thicker than the iPad (9.56 by 7.47 by 0.5 inches), as well as a tiny bit lighter (1.49 pounds, vs. 1.5 pounds for the iPad).

The leaked marketing sheet also ticks off a few specs labeled as "HP threat" — in other words, areas in which the iPad would have a leg up over the Slate, at least for now. Among them: no support for 802.11n, the latest official Wi-Fi standard; just five hours of battery life, versus 10 hours for the iPad; and a slightly more expensive price tag for the 16GB model ($549, versus $499 for the 16GB iPad) — although, to be fair (and if the leaked specs are true), the $549 16GB Slate might come with a SIM tray, whereas the equivalent 3G-enabled iPad will set you back $629.

Of course, one of the biggest selling points for the Slate (and yes, this we know for certain) is Windows 7, a full-on, multitasking, desktop-caliber operating system. The iPad runs on a modified version of the iPhone OS, and among other things lacks third-party-app multitasking (although that may be changing soon). Then again, the iPad OS is specifically designed for touch and runs lightning-fast; Windows 7 is designed for a keyboard and mouse (HP is promising a "touch-optimized UI" to help with fingertip navigation). And it remains to be seen whether Slate's 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor will be up to the task of making Windows 7 run smoothly on a 1.5-pound tablet.

Let's just say one more time that the leaked marketing sheet obtained by Engadget isn't official; and even if it is real, the listed specs are certainly subject to change; and again, we still don't have an official price tag.

Still, if the Slate proves anything, it's that the tablet wars won't end with the iPad; indeed, they're only beginning. If the iPad turns out to be a hit (and the jury's still out), it'll spur more competition in the tablet "space" ("Courier," anyone?), and that's a good thing.


http://news.yahoo.com/s/ytech_gadg/20100406/tc_ytech_gadg/ytech_gadg_tc1480

[The Dre Era]

What do you mean?
http://www.laptop-seller.com/user/products/pro1x.jpg

[The Dre Era]

Go ahead and cop Dre... Ill wait for this

HP preps its would-be iPad killer, the Slate

Remember the HP Slate, the upcoming Windows 7-powered tablet that we first saw during Microsoft's CES keynote back in January? Well, we just got more details on HP's would-be iPad killer, thanks to a new, official teaser video and Engadget's decidedly unofficial series of leaked specs.


The last time we saw the Slate was in the hands of Steve Ballmer during a rather tepid presentation in Las Vegas, with Ballmer showing off the Kindle reader and struggling a bit as he tried to tee up a video. But HP has clearly stepped up its game, starting with this snazzy 30-second teaser video that makes a point of showing off all the features on the Slate that are missing on the iPad, such as a built-in camera, a USB port (a real one, not an adapter), and an SD card slot.



Just a few hours after the video was posted, Engadget managed to snag what appears to be an HP marketing sheet — titled, none too subtly, "HP Slate vs. iPad" — that specifically stacks up the Slate to the iPad, point for point. Now, before we dive into the details here, let's just point out that HP has yet to officially cough up detailed specs for the Slate, much less a price tag or a release date (other than "this year," that is). Still, if what we're looking at here is real, it's a pretty clear indication that HP is positioning the Slate as an iPad killer.

Looking at the (purported) spec sheet, the Slate appears to have a series of enticing features that are missing on the iPad. There's the camera, of course, and we're not just talking one but two: a 3MP lens in back and a front-facing VGA camera for video conferencing. We've also got a single USB 2.0 port, an SD card reader, a "conventional" SIM tray for 3G networking, and HDMI-out video capabilities (not to mention 1080p playback) via the Slate's dock connector. (Each of these key points are highlighted on the leaked marketing sheet as an "HP advantage," by the way.)

Pretty interesting, and here's a few more details to boot (again, not official): an 8.9-inch, 1024-by-600-pixel display (slightly smaller and lower-res than the iPad), a 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor under the hood, and 32 or 64GB of built-in flash storage (expandable via the SD card slot). The spec sheet doesn't mention Flash support specifically, but HP has already made it pretty clear that yes, you will be able to view Flash videos on the Slate.

The leaked spec sheet describes the Slate as measuring 9.2 by 5.7 by 0.57 inches, making the Slate (potentially) a tad taller, narrower, and thicker than the iPad (9.56 by 7.47 by 0.5 inches), as well as a tiny bit lighter (1.49 pounds, vs. 1.5 pounds for the iPad).

The leaked marketing sheet also ticks off a few specs labeled as "HP threat" — in other words, areas in which the iPad would have a leg up over the Slate, at least for now. Among them: no support for 802.11n, the latest official Wi-Fi standard; just five hours of battery life, versus 10 hours for the iPad; and a slightly more expensive price tag for the 16GB model ($549, versus $499 for the 16GB iPad) — although, to be fair (and if the leaked specs are true), the $549 16GB Slate might come with a SIM tray, whereas the equivalent 3G-enabled iPad will set you back $629.

Of course, one of the biggest selling points for the Slate (and yes, this we know for certain) is Windows 7, a full-on, multitasking, desktop-caliber operating system. The iPad runs on a modified version of the iPhone OS, and among other things lacks third-party-app multitasking (although that may be changing soon). Then again, the iPad OS is specifically designed for touch and runs lightning-fast; Windows 7 is designed for a keyboard and mouse (HP is promising a "touch-optimized UI" to help with fingertip navigation). And it remains to be seen whether Slate's 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor will be up to the task of making Windows 7 run smoothly on a 1.5-pound tablet.

Let's just say one more time that the leaked marketing sheet obtained by Engadget isn't official; and even if it is real, the listed specs are certainly subject to change; and again, we still don't have an official price tag.

Still, if the Slate proves anything, it's that the tablet wars won't end with the iPad; indeed, they're only beginning. If the iPad turns out to be a hit (and the jury's still out), it'll spur more competition in the tablet "space" ("Courier," anyone?), and that's a good thing.


http://news.yahoo.com/s/ytech_gadg/20100406/tc_ytech_gadg/ytech_gadg_tc1480
not sold on the battery life
http://www.iphoneheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/comparision-apple-ipad-vs-hp-slate-vs-joojoo.jpghttp://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2010/04/2010-04-05slatespecs.jpg

[Mojo]

He talking about this homie

http://cgi.ebay.com/GATEWAY-PRSHR-LAPTOP-DOCK-8006012-8006525-450SX4_W0QQitemZ230358120815QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLap top_Docking_Stations?hash=item35a269f96f

This seems like it could solve my problem. Just a couple questions. 1. What on my laptop do I plug this into? 2. Does it actually charge my battery?

[Smoka]

This seems like it could solve my problem. Just a couple questions. 1. What on my laptop do I plug this into? 2. Does it actually charge my battery?You sit your laptop right ontop of it towards the back near the battery..You have to find the one that will work with your model.. Search ebay using your laptop name and model under dock stations

[Mojo]

Yeah, but what does it connect into and will it recharge my battery?

[Smoka]

Yeah, but what does it connect into and will it recharge my battery?
Yes it charges your battery..Nigga flip your laptop over and look at the bottom of it..You see those connection areas??? Thats where the dock plugs in..got damn!!! you blowin my high Son

[Mojo]

If you had of just answered my original question you could've avoided all that...

[Mr.T]

The problem with being first...is that everyone that comes along afterwards will add more features and shit on the original...

[The Dre Era]

heard most places will restock tomorrow
will try again

[The Dre Era]

lol
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_0X1ggm5ZqsA/S8FNnznN0EI/AAAAAAAAEXA/mxxkNVicKfw/s800/ipad1.jpg

[Mojo]

Dude in the computer store said that the docking station would only function as a charger in only around 20% of the computers on the market. Mine isn't one of them. So I guess I just have to get the hard drive out and buy a new laptop.

[The Dre Era]

Dude in the computer store said that the docking station would only function as a charger in only around 20% of the computers on the market. Mine isn't one of them. So I guess I just have to get the hard drive out and buy a new laptop.
what kind of laptop do you have?

[The Dre Era]

Mission Complete
http://i41.tinypic.com/29nvxhc.jpg

[Mojo]

what kind of laptop do you have?

Acer... it's like four years old...in other words, anything that cost over $150 for it may as well go towards something new.

[The Dre Era]

Acer... it's like four years old...in other words, anything that cost over $150 for it may as well go towards something new.
do you know the model #

[Mojo]

Nah, all I know is that it was an Aspire.

[Tully Blanchard]

On my Acer Aspire as we post.

[The Dre Era]

Nah, all I know is that it was an Aspire.
there are docks available but pricey
cheapest one i seen was $79.99

[The Dre Era]

mad all the accessories were sold out
gotta do some ghetto shit like this until i get a mount
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4049/4490601295_a0b00fb622.jpg

[ikia]

i personally think the ipad is bit dumb at its current state. even my phone has a usb port...so why doesnt this? the whole idea of needing an accessory to prop it up in order to read/type is just annoying. cause really you arent going to lay it flat and type.

i saw one in person the other day..dude had it in a restaurant. like really? u cant thumb the shit like u can a phone. whats the point of something that big if it doesnt have full computer features? and until it does....then it shouldnt be released.

yea yea u can read books, but without that added accessory piece u'll be propping your legs up trying to be comfortable reading this thing. (ie: ipad billboard advertisements)

lastly..its too big. thanks for hearing my opinion. LOL :D

[The Dre Era]

i personally think the ipad is bit dumb at its current state. even my phone has a usb port...so why doesnt this? the whole idea of needing an accessory to prop it up in order to read/type is just annoying. cause really you arent going to lay it flat and type.

i saw one in person the other day..dude had it in a restaurant. like really? u cant thumb the shit like u can a phone. whats the point of something that big if it doesnt have full computer features? and until it does....then it shouldnt be released.

yea yea u can read books, but without that added accessory piece u'll be propping your legs up trying to be comfortable reading this thing. (ie: ipad billboard advertisements)

lastly..its too big. thanks for hearing my opinion. LOL :D
you make some valid points
will play with it for a week. if im not feeling it
then its ebay.

[Nerd_Ferguson]

just don't be caught sitting in starbucks w/ that thing. i mean it.

[SyncereOne]

I still kinda want one...but imma wait a few months for these new tablets to drop and see how it compares. I just want something for searching the web at home, checking email and stuff when wifey is tying up the desktop with her online classes.

[The Dre Era]

I still kinda want one...but imma wait a few months for these new tablets to drop and see how it compares. I just want something for searching the web at home, checking email and stuff when wifey is tying up the desktop with her online classes.
http://i42.tinypic.com/9qejgj.jpg

[ikia]

see how u gotta hold that shit. its cool but why cant it have a built in proper upper thingamabob? lol or just make a iphone laptop with a swivel screen or some shit. come on "i" people..i just think they can do better than the ipad.

[The Dre Era]

see how u gotta hold that shit. its cool but why cant it have a built in proper upper thingamabob? lol or just make a iphone laptop with a swivel screen or some shit. come on "i" people..i just think they can do better than the ipad.

It is agitating holding it up. They sold out all the accessories.
Copped mine from the apple store in Bethesda.
Went to Montgomery mall first. Sold out their 2nd shipment by noon. Bethesda had a few left when I got there at 1pm

[The Dre Era]

http://i40.tinypic.com/21maiiv.png

[BeautifulButDeadly]

Dre do u still have your pad? And I need some info on how to hook mines up. Not too sure if I want to JB. Or if it's safe to JB it.


And how the heck did u get the windows 95 on it?

[The Dre Era]

Dre do u still have your pad? And I need some info on how to hook mines up. Not too sure if I want to JB. Or if it's safe to JB it.


And how the heck did u get the windows 95 on it?
yeh I still have mine
to my knowledge I don't think a jailbreak is out for it yet.
will follow up on that today.

for windows 95 there is some type of emulator that's out there.
I haven't really done anything to mine yet other then download a few free apps.

Been waiting for the Apple Stores around my way to restock on the case for it.
Case is $40 sheesh
http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/apple-ipad-case.jpg

[The Dre Era]

Saw this on another board

3G on WIfi only Ipad - WORKING FOR REAL!
This only works if you have a jailbroken iPhone

Download "MyWI" via Cydia on your iPhone
Turn on Wifi in settings on IPHONE
turn it on
go to IPAD and search for wireless network - You'll see your Iphone there
Tricks the IPad or any computer for that matter into thinkng 3G is WIFI
voila - 3G on WIFI IPAD
Sorry Steve, I'm already paying $30 a month for data on my iPhone, I shouldn't have to buy it twice.

Will work with any phone that has mobile hotspot. Got it working with my Palm Pre.