Comments on: The iPad: An Elegant Solution in Search of a Problem http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html Intentional Leadership Sun, 27 May 2012 13:16:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 By: Michael Hyatt http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-3#comment-130636 Michael Hyatt Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:21:00 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-130636 Thanks for referencing me. Since I posted this, I have purchased an iPad myself. ;-) Thanks for referencing me. Since I posted this, I have purchased an iPad myself. ;-)

]]> By: Les Hutchinson http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-3#comment-130606 Les Hutchinson Fri, 28 Oct 2011 10:44:00 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-130606 Michael As a courtesy I thought I should tell you that I referenced this entry in my post today. http://endlesslyrestless.wordpress.com/2011/10/28/ipad-and-killer-apps/ I hope that's OK.  If not, please let me know. Thanks Michael

As a courtesy I thought I should tell you that I referenced this entry in my post today.

http://endlesslyrestless.wordpress.com/2011/10/28/ipad-and-killer-apps/

I hope that’s OK.  If not, please let me know.

Thanks

]]> By: iPad and killer apps « Endlessly Restless http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-3#comment-130595 iPad and killer apps « Endlessly Restless Fri, 28 Oct 2011 05:05:55 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-130595 [...] had an iPad for about 3 months now.  Initially, I suspected that Michael Hyatt was right when he wrote that: the iPad is an elegant solution in search of a [...] [...] had an iPad for about 3 months now.  Initially, I suspected that Michael Hyatt was right when he wrote that: the iPad is an elegant solution in search of a [...]

]]> By: Rob Dean http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-3#comment-113312 Rob Dean Wed, 06 Jul 2011 19:20:00 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-113312 One year later, you could not be more wrong. Since switching to the iPad in my law practice last fall, my laptop computer remains chained to my desk and the iPad goes everywhere. Rob Dean http://www.walkingoffice.com One year later, you could not be more wrong. Since switching to the iPad in my law practice last fall, my laptop computer remains chained to my desk and the iPad goes everywhere.

Rob Dean
http://www.walkingoffice.com

]]> By: Three Questions You Should Ask Before You Buy an iPad 2 http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-3#comment-91374 Three Questions You Should Ask Before You Buy an iPad 2 Wed, 09 Mar 2011 12:25:41 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-91374 [...] eager to snatch up Apple’s latest electronic candy. But do you really need one?I bought the original iPad. Admittedly, I am a sucker for new gadgets—especially those from Apple. While I initially [...] [...] eager to snatch up Apple’s latest electronic candy. But do you really need one?I bought the original iPad. Admittedly, I am a sucker for new gadgets—especially those from Apple. While I initially [...]

]]> By: Why I use the Ipad for preaching. | Shawn Wood Writes... http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-3#comment-82978 Why I use the Ipad for preaching. | Shawn Wood Writes... Tue, 11 Jan 2011 13:07:06 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-82978 [...] about getting one for no real reason at all.  Then Greg Surratt started using it for preaching and an elegant solution in search of a problem found a reason to exist.  I currently use my Ipad for most of my consumption (including reading on [...] [...] about getting one for no real reason at all.  Then Greg Surratt started using it for preaching and an elegant solution in search of a problem found a reason to exist.  I currently use my Ipad for most of my consumption (including reading on [...]

]]> By: The Daily Saint » Blog Archive » Six Months into the iPad Experience http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-3#comment-81323 The Daily Saint » Blog Archive » Six Months into the iPad Experience Mon, 27 Dec 2010 02:42:20 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-81323 [...] an iPad by work, I had mixed feelings.  Like Michael Hyatt of Thomas Nelson Publishers, (read An Elegant Solution in Search of a Problem) I liked the device but found it totally  different from my omnipresent iPhone.  The iPhone [...] [...] an iPad by work, I had mixed feelings.  Like Michael Hyatt of Thomas Nelson Publishers, (read An Elegant Solution in Search of a Problem) I liked the device but found it totally  different from my omnipresent iPhone.  The iPhone [...]

]]> By: Jennifer Rowsell http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-3#comment-75169 Jennifer Rowsell Mon, 01 Nov 2010 18:55:13 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-75169 This is exactly what I think! I would love to own an iPad because I love gadgets. But I don't need one. I have a Macbook Pro, and a blackberry (which will be an iPhone next year... graduation present). I like iPads cause they're pretty and neat... but I don't NEED one. Resisting the materialistic western mindset! This is exactly what I think! I would love to own an iPad because I love gadgets. But I don’t need one. I have a Macbook Pro, and a blackberry (which will be an iPhone next year… graduation present). I like iPads cause they’re pretty and neat… but I don’t NEED one. Resisting the materialistic western mindset!

]]> By: jrep http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-63980 jrep Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:17:55 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-63980 I think it's intended to solve the problem of "extending the broad, multifaceted computing experience we geeks already get with our dozen devices, to the general population struggling to find a reason to own even one." The ambivalence of those of us who already fill all the niches is only to be expected: we have multiple perfected specialist devices already, there's not much room left in the need spectrum for yet another. However, the emergence of wrap-around iPad cases that include a physical keyboard may be a game-changer. I think it's intended to solve the problem of "extending the broad, multifaceted computing experience we geeks already get with our dozen devices, to the general population struggling to find a reason to own even one." The ambivalence of those of us who already fill all the niches is only to be expected: we have multiple perfected specialist devices already, there's not much room left in the need spectrum for yet another.

However, the emergence of wrap-around iPad cases that include a physical keyboard may be a game-changer.

]]> By: Pete Nicholson http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-59112 Pete Nicholson Tue, 20 Jul 2010 13:32:17 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-59112 With Amazon's announcement yesterday that digital is now officially outselling printed, do you think Apple identified a specific need for the consumer and has further pushed them into the digital era of ebooks? Personally, I want an iPad almost exclusively for the ebook capabilities (I am currently a student and would benefit from the digital discounts) with the added bonus of minor web browsing capabilities and document reading. With Amazon's announcement yesterday that digital is now officially outselling printed, do you think Apple identified a specific need for the consumer and has further pushed them into the digital era of ebooks? Personally, I want an iPad almost exclusively for the ebook capabilities (I am currently a student and would benefit from the digital discounts) with the added bonus of minor web browsing capabilities and document reading.

]]> By: Using the iPad to Take Meeting Notes | Combsy.com http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-56989 Using the iPad to Take Meeting Notes | Combsy.com Thu, 17 Jun 2010 17:27:26 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-56989 [...] Although I had bought an iPad, I wasn’t that impressed with it. While it was a beautiful machine, I thought of it as “An Elegant Solution in Search of a Problem.” [...] [...] Although I had bought an iPad, I wasn’t that impressed with it. While it was a beautiful machine, I thought of it as “An Elegant Solution in Search of a Problem.” [...]

]]> By: iPad is like Segway « Peter's Blog http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-55934 iPad is like Segway « Peter's Blog Sun, 30 May 2010 13:01:50 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-55934 [...] Knife. Admittedly, they are not all very positive but most likely because I am just jelaous . And here is another [...] [...] Knife. Admittedly, they are not all very positive but most likely because I am just jelaous . And here is another [...]

]]> By: Crystal Stoddard http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-55862 Crystal Stoddard Thu, 27 May 2010 15:41:33 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-55862 Personally I am longing for a Nook from Barnes and Noble. It is more versitile than the Kindle and isn't as expensive as the iPad. While the iPad is amazing to look at and everything, I don't WANT to be able to do 100 things on my eReader. I want to just be able to have all the books I can and want to read and maybe a few diversions to that for times when I am not wanting to read but can't whip out my laptop. Personally I am longing for a Nook from Barnes and Noble. It is more versitile than the Kindle and isn't as expensive as the iPad. While the iPad is amazing to look at and everything, I don't WANT to be able to do 100 things on my eReader. I want to just be able to have all the books I can and want to read and maybe a few diversions to that for times when I am not wanting to read but can't whip out my laptop.

]]> By: Raquel Byrnes http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-55564 Raquel Byrnes Mon, 17 May 2010 18:01:02 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-55564 I have a Droid and just heard that Google plans to introduce a tablet PC with Verizon...I have to admit, my knee jerk reaction was that I NEED one. Then I realized, much like th iPad...the only improvement to my experience would be screen size. My phone does everything else. I have a Droid and just heard that Google plans to introduce a tablet PC with Verizon…I have to admit, my knee jerk reaction was that I NEED one. Then I realized, much like th iPad…the only improvement to my experience would be screen size. My phone does everything else.

]]> By: Andrew Collins http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54893 Andrew Collins Tue, 04 May 2010 16:13:17 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54893 nice post :) nice post :)

]]> By: iPad Revisted « what more can i say http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54797 iPad Revisted « what more can i say Fri, 30 Apr 2010 21:56:21 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54797 [...] After reading several iPad reviews, I most enjoyed the post on Michael Hyatt’s blog, “The iPad: An Elegant Solution in Search of a Problem.” Hyatt does a great job explaining why the iPad simply fails to serve any significant [...] [...] After reading several iPad reviews, I most enjoyed the post on Michael Hyatt’s blog, “The iPad: An Elegant Solution in Search of a Problem.” Hyatt does a great job explaining why the iPad simply fails to serve any significant [...]

]]> By: marybk http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54693 marybk Tue, 27 Apr 2010 20:01:27 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54693 I purchased the same iPad you have. I love it and recently took iPhone for recording interviews and iPad on a week of researching. I left my 13" MacBook at home. I am a 5' female, a senior who hurt my leg and am under dr.'s care. Bottom line: Carrying only those 2 items got me thru the week. The iPad and similar devices are made for us. You young strong folks won't ask why an iPad is necessary when you're my age! My recent post <a href="http://marybk.wordpress.com/2010/04/09/moving-forward/" target="_blank">Moving Forward…</a> I purchased the same iPad you have. I love it and recently took iPhone for recording interviews and iPad on a week of researching. I left my 13" MacBook at home. I am a 5' female, a senior who hurt my leg and am under dr.'s care. Bottom line: Carrying only those 2 items got me thru the week. The iPad and similar devices are made for us. You young strong folks won't ask why an iPad is necessary when you're my age!
My recent post Moving Forward…

]]> By: 10 Essential iPad Apps for Business and Sales http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54639 10 Essential iPad Apps for Business and Sales Mon, 26 Apr 2010 14:59:24 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54639 [...] of the iPad buy business people have been mixed. Michael Hyatt says it is unnecessary. Steve Rubel believes that it is problematic without Adobe Flash. Chris Brogan likes it, but says [...] [...] of the iPad buy business people have been mixed. Michael Hyatt says it is unnecessary. Steve Rubel believes that it is problematic without Adobe Flash. Chris Brogan likes it, but says [...]

]]> By: iPad: The Most Awesomely Average Device in Human History | Challies Dot Com http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54624 iPad: The Most Awesomely Average Device in Human History | Challies Dot Com Mon, 26 Apr 2010 13:46:30 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54624 [...] of too many situations in which anyone would really need one. In most cases I tend to agree with Michael Hyatt who said the iPad is a beautiful solution in search of a problem. We all want it, but few of us [...] [...] of too many situations in which anyone would really need one. In most cases I tend to agree with Michael Hyatt who said the iPad is a beautiful solution in search of a problem. We all want it, but few of us [...]

]]> By: What does my name mean? http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54602 What does my name mean? Sun, 25 Apr 2010 21:51:08 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54602 wat is your myspace page wat is your myspace page

]]> By: Adam_S http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-1#comment-54585 Adam_S Sat, 24 Apr 2010 15:03:09 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54585 I still prefer reading on kindle. I am working through a book on ipad and it is ok. It is certainly better than reading on a computer and way better than reading on my old Dell Axim or Palm IIIxe, but I think kindle is the better overall experience. I will keep reading on the ipad I am sure because of the access to different formats (epub, etc.) But I am going to make most of my purchases for the kindle. My recent post <a href="http:\/\/feedproxy.google.com\/~r\/MrShieldsNoOneCallsMeThat\/~3\/gaoHKjDApho\/" target="_blank">Follow Me to Freedom by Shane Claiborne and John Perkins</a> I still prefer reading on kindle. I am working through a book on ipad and it is ok. It is certainly better than reading on a computer and way better than reading on my old Dell Axim or Palm IIIxe, but I think kindle is the better overall experience.

I will keep reading on the ipad I am sure because of the access to different formats (epub, etc.) But I am going to make most of my purchases for the kindle.
My recent post Follow Me to Freedom by Shane Claiborne and John Perkins

]]> By: @adamrshields http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-1#comment-54505 @adamrshields Fri, 23 Apr 2010 03:01:45 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54505 I might have said the same thing. But my 2.5 yr old niece (I am the nanny) and her 13 month old sister already understand how to use it. They have no interest in videos. They are coloring, "reading" books, taking care of their TapFish tank. The 13 month old can only say a handful of words, but knows how to touch the screen to get to the next animal on her favorite book. I have never owned an apple product, but this is a good one. I have a netbook, kindle and smart phone so I wasn't really excited, but it really does change the way I interact with computers. I don't pick up my netbook and walk around with it. I do with my ipad. I can take it outside and in the girls rooms. (I am a part time consultant, so I do a lot of email). The lack of keyboard actually is the benefit, as well as the size. It still needs some productivity apps that work. Numbers doesn't interact with excel, so it is worthless. But once I get a spreadsheet, I am set. I also am dependent on dual screen computer for work at home. But when I travel I was always missing that. Makes no sense to take two computers when traveling. But a netbook with ipad as second screen seems to work really well. I agree it is not perfect and not for everyone, but I love it so far. Seriously considering a second one for my wife. My recent post <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MrShieldsNoOneCallsMeThat/~3/l2icBry4RHI/" target="_blank">Free book in honor of Earth Day-Everyday Justice: The Global Impact of Our Daily Choices</a> I might have said the same thing. But my 2.5 yr old niece (I am the nanny) and her 13 month old sister already understand how to use it. They have no interest in videos. They are coloring, "reading" books, taking care of their TapFish tank. The 13 month old can only say a handful of words, but knows how to touch the screen to get to the next animal on her favorite book.

I have never owned an apple product, but this is a good one. I have a netbook, kindle and smart phone so I wasn't really excited, but it really does change the way I interact with computers. I don't pick up my netbook and walk around with it. I do with my ipad. I can take it outside and in the girls rooms. (I am a part time consultant, so I do a lot of email). The lack of keyboard actually is the benefit, as well as the size.

It still needs some productivity apps that work. Numbers doesn't interact with excel, so it is worthless. But once I get a spreadsheet, I am set. I also am dependent on dual screen computer for work at home. But when I travel I was always missing that. Makes no sense to take two computers when traveling. But a netbook with ipad as second screen seems to work really well.

I agree it is not perfect and not for everyone, but I love it so far. Seriously considering a second one for my wife.
My recent post Free book in honor of Earth Day-Everyday Justice: The Global Impact of Our Daily Choices

]]> By: Alex F http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54325 Alex F Tue, 20 Apr 2010 01:55:33 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54325 When it came out, I didn't think it was something I would need. But then I read an article in Fast Company that had nothing to do with the iPad - it was a cover story exploring how handheld devices, ranging from iPhones to laptops are being used in innovative and effective ways as educational tools for kids, particularly in the elementary school grades. Even in "third world" environments, kids very quickly and intuitively figure out how to use these devices and profit from them. There were interactive learning experiences, educational games, and plenty of interesting applications being developed. For us, I can very easily see a home-schooling environment where the iPad is a central classroom tool. Imagine the app store full of innovative educational games, activities, and material that can be customized for the needs, experience, and learning level of each kid. And then of course you can pull up reading assignments, quizzes, video presentations, and that sort of thing. maybe connect to a topical webinar led by a teacher or expert somewhere else in the world (either live or on file). To me, this is a niche that the iPad could fit into very easily. My recent post <a href="http://alexforrest.blogspot.com/2010/03/blogger-vs-wordpress.html" target="_blank">Blogger vs. WordPress</a> When it came out, I didn't think it was something I would need. But then I read an article in Fast Company that had nothing to do with the iPad – it was a cover story exploring how handheld devices, ranging from iPhones to laptops are being used in innovative and effective ways as educational tools for kids, particularly in the elementary school grades. Even in "third world" environments, kids very quickly and intuitively figure out how to use these devices and profit from them. There were interactive learning experiences, educational games, and plenty of interesting applications being developed.

For us, I can very easily see a home-schooling environment where the iPad is a central classroom tool. Imagine the app store full of innovative educational games, activities, and material that can be customized for the needs, experience, and learning level of each kid. And then of course you can pull up reading assignments, quizzes, video presentations, and that sort of thing. maybe connect to a topical webinar led by a teacher or expert somewhere else in the world (either live or on file).

To me, this is a niche that the iPad could fit into very easily.
My recent post Blogger vs. WordPress

]]> By: The Apple iPad: A Guide for Authors | Author Tech Tips http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54316 The Apple iPad: A Guide for Authors | Author Tech Tips Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:57:53 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54316 [...] Hyatt thinks the iPad is an elegant solution in search of a problem much like the [...] [...] Hyatt thinks the iPad is an elegant solution in search of a problem much like the [...]

]]> By: A La Carte (4/19) | Challies Dot Com http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54237 A La Carte (4/19) | Challies Dot Com Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:49:03 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54237 [...] Michael Hyatt on the iPad - I'll have more to say about the iPad in days to come (as I put it through its paces). But I do like what Michael Hyatt says. "Do you want an iPad? Probably. Do you need an iPad? Probably not. The iPhone is sufficient for making calls, checking email, stock quotes, and the weather, or listening to podcasts or audiobooks. In my experience, the iPad doesn't offer a big enough improvement to warrant the additional investment." [...] [...] Michael Hyatt on the iPad – I'll have more to say about the iPad in days to come (as I put it through its paces). But I do like what Michael Hyatt says. "Do you want an iPad? Probably. Do you need an iPad? Probably not. The iPhone is sufficient for making calls, checking email, stock quotes, and the weather, or listening to podcasts or audiobooks. In my experience, the iPad doesn't offer a big enough improvement to warrant the additional investment." [...]

]]> By: Robert Flight http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54230 Robert Flight Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:36:31 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54230 Micheal, I have not had the opportunity to try the Kindle or any other e-reader, so I can't comment on how the iPad compares to them. What I can comment on, is how well I am able to read Scientific journal articles in PDF format on the iPad. With the addition of one App (iAnnotate, a very useful App) I can underline, highlight, and make notes on a paper, and sync those notes back to my computer. This is great for me, as there is so much scientific literature to keep up on, and I really don't like reading while at my Desktop machine or laptop, it just isn't natural to me. With the iPad, it almost feels like I'm reading the paper version. But it's better, as I can immediately go off to another referenced paper or look up an unfamiliar concept on the web. And I can read books on it if I am so inclined, and that experience has been great as well. Oh yeah, and it reads the PDF's naturally, no silly conversions or anything else (thinking of the Kindle especially). Don't get me wrong, this is not a perfect device by far, but it has already improved my workflow for reading and collaborating on scientific publications. Now why Apple did not build gestures (a la "mouse gestures" in Firefox) into Safari remains a mystery to me. Hopefully they will get their act together and start making even more improvements to the device. Micheal,

I have not had the opportunity to try the Kindle or any other e-reader, so I can’t comment on how the iPad compares to them. What I can comment on, is how well I am able to read Scientific journal articles in PDF format on the iPad. With the addition of one App (iAnnotate, a very useful App) I can underline, highlight, and make notes on a paper, and sync those notes back to my computer.

This is great for me, as there is so much scientific literature to keep up on, and I really don’t like reading while at my Desktop machine or laptop, it just isn’t natural to me. With the iPad, it almost feels like I’m reading the paper version. But it’s better, as I can immediately go off to another referenced paper or look up an unfamiliar concept on the web. And I can read books on it if I am so inclined, and that experience has been great as well. Oh yeah, and it reads the PDF’s naturally, no silly conversions or anything else (thinking of the Kindle especially).

Don’t get me wrong, this is not a perfect device by far, but it has already improved my workflow for reading and collaborating on scientific publications. Now why Apple did not build gestures (a la “mouse gestures” in Firefox) into Safari remains a mystery to me. Hopefully they will get their act together and start making even more improvements to the device.

]]> By: My Impressions of the iPad and How it Will Impact Education - The Daily Saint http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54188 My Impressions of the iPad and How it Will Impact Education - The Daily Saint Sun, 18 Apr 2010 20:28:49 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54188 [...] was shocked when I read Michael Hyatt’s post about the device.  He compared it to the Segway- remember those?  I understand why after having [...] [...] was shocked when I read Michael Hyatt’s post about the device.  He compared it to the Segway- remember those?  I understand why after having [...]

]]> By: Benjamin Anderson http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54169 Benjamin Anderson Sat, 17 Apr 2010 18:33:54 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54169 Michael, I agree with you on your thoughts on the iPad. I bought one the Monday after the launch, and I have found that the iPad only emphasizes the short comings of the iPhone platform. There are so many little usability issues that become very frustrating when encounter on a device with a larger screen and more resources than my 3G iPhone. The most frustrating part about the iPad is that it is NOT a stand alone device. It's painful to download and shop for applications still, and still is easier to do on the host system in iTunes. Every time you purchase and download an application it kicks you to the home screen to start downloading it, and App store loses it's place so you have to browse back through the results again. There still isn't a good "shareware" concept in the store, so your required to trust the reviews of strangers for paid apps without being able to properly evaluate your purchase before clicking the button. I'm sure there are some good paid apps available, but the increased prices for the apps for iPad have moved it closer to the desktop arena. I first thought it would be a fun device to browse and distract me while sitting on the couch, but Safari on the iPad still acts like the iPhone, and as a result makes it a horrible netbook replacement. Sure it will load the page and look fine, but each page or tab session is only active while it's the one being read. So, when you open up another site to go read a related link and then come back to the original site, it refreshes the page. Reading while in bed with the iPad isn't a very comfortable experience. It's too heavy and awkward to hold correctly with a single hand without changing the page, and it adds unneeded strain to your wrist. A heavy book at least gives you the ability to put your hand where ever needed without flipping pages on you. The kindle is light enough you don't have this problem. The more I use it, to more I find that the cheaper, dedicated devices do the job a lot better. For the casual browser the cheaper netbook will have plenty of battery life to meet the demand, and it will provide a better internet experience. If you want something to replace your old PDA, the Touch or iPad would do just fine, but who uses and needs to replace a PDA now days? The issues I have with the OS and software can been fixed, but the physical platform is still floating around in a glamour void. Michael, I agree with you on your thoughts on the iPad. I bought one the Monday after the launch, and I have found that the iPad only emphasizes the short comings of the iPhone platform. There are so many little usability issues that become very frustrating when encounter on a device with a larger screen and more resources than my 3G iPhone.

The most frustrating part about the iPad is that it is NOT a stand alone device. It's painful to download and shop for applications still, and still is easier to do on the host system in iTunes. Every time you purchase and download an application it kicks you to the home screen to start downloading it, and App store loses it's place so you have to browse back through the results again. There still isn't a good "shareware" concept in the store, so your required to trust the reviews of strangers for paid apps without being able to properly evaluate your purchase before clicking the button. I'm sure there are some good paid apps available, but the increased prices for the apps for iPad have moved it closer to the desktop arena.

I first thought it would be a fun device to browse and distract me while sitting on the couch, but Safari on the iPad still acts like the iPhone, and as a result makes it a horrible netbook replacement. Sure it will load the page and look fine, but each page or tab session is only active while it's the one being read. So, when you open up another site to go read a related link and then come back to the original site, it refreshes the page.

Reading while in bed with the iPad isn't a very comfortable experience. It's too heavy and awkward to hold correctly with a single hand without changing the page, and it adds unneeded strain to your wrist. A heavy book at least gives you the ability to put your hand where ever needed without flipping pages on you. The kindle is light enough you don't have this problem.

The more I use it, to more I find that the cheaper, dedicated devices do the job a lot better. For the casual browser the cheaper netbook will have plenty of battery life to meet the demand, and it will provide a better internet experience.

If you want something to replace your old PDA, the Touch or iPad would do just fine, but who uses and needs to replace a PDA now days? The issues I have with the OS and software can been fixed, but the physical platform is still floating around in a glamour void.

]]> By: Benjamin Anderson http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54168 Benjamin Anderson Sat, 17 Apr 2010 18:08:54 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54168 That is true, especially since after paying for and getting the extended batteries for most of the device on the market in this niche, they end up at or above the price of the iPad. My sister's old iPaq that she used for this purpose was a little frustrating for her since she has use of only one arm and the ipaq didn't sit well in her lap while in her wheel chair. The underpowered processor and horrible battery life made it more of a toy than a real tool for life, but the iPad would fit in well here. That is true, especially since after paying for and getting the extended batteries for most of the device on the market in this niche, they end up at or above the price of the iPad. My sister's old iPaq that she used for this purpose was a little frustrating for her since she has use of only one arm and the ipaq didn't sit well in her lap while in her wheel chair. The underpowered processor and horrible battery life made it more of a toy than a real tool for life, but the iPad would fit in well here.

]]> By: Benjamin Anderson http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54167 Benjamin Anderson Sat, 17 Apr 2010 17:56:39 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54167 The problem is that the iPad is priced entirely too high to fit that niche of buyer. Apple needs to allow you to activate the device as a standalone device first of all, but after that, the non-techie isn't going to be able to justify the additional expenses for those features compared to cheaper stand alone devices that do all of those things better. I thought one thing the iPad would excel in would be couch browsing while watching a movie or television with the family. I had to buy an app to properly use Google Reader while on the iPad because the mobile site is painful on the large screen and the desktop version of the site doesn't work in mobile safari. I wouldn't allow me to scroll to the next article in the feed, locking me into the first screen worth of first story. The problem is that the iPad is priced entirely too high to fit that niche of buyer. Apple needs to allow you to activate the device as a standalone device first of all, but after that, the non-techie isn't going to be able to justify the additional expenses for those features compared to cheaper stand alone devices that do all of those things better.

I thought one thing the iPad would excel in would be couch browsing while watching a movie or television with the family. I had to buy an app to properly use Google Reader while on the iPad because the mobile site is painful on the large screen and the desktop version of the site doesn't work in mobile safari. I wouldn't allow me to scroll to the next article in the feed, locking me into the first screen worth of first story.

]]> By: Benjamin Anderson http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54166 Benjamin Anderson Sat, 17 Apr 2010 17:47:56 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54166 I think you'd still be better off with your laptop. The iPad out of the box requires you to sync it with your computer in iTunes in order to activate it, and even after than it isn't as elegant and easy to use for those of use with out sight problems. The iPad has introduced too many new keyboard layouts and the ability to for the developer even customize the keyboard, which frustrates me while I try to use it. With plenty of adjustments and some nicely tuned accessories, I can see the iPad being a ideal light weight and long living device that could fit in well for the blind, but as it is right now, it isn't any better than the kindle. On top of that is quite a bit more expensive. I think you'd still be better off with your laptop. The iPad out of the box requires you to sync it with your computer in iTunes in order to activate it, and even after than it isn't as elegant and easy to use for those of use with out sight problems. The iPad has introduced too many new keyboard layouts and the ability to for the developer even customize the keyboard, which frustrates me while I try to use it.

With plenty of adjustments and some nicely tuned accessories, I can see the iPad being a ideal light weight and long living device that could fit in well for the blind, but as it is right now, it isn't any better than the kindle. On top of that is quite a bit more expensive.

]]> By: Mark http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54138 Mark Fri, 16 Apr 2010 17:43:10 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54138 The only problem i seeing the iPad solving is that of an E-Book reader that is large enough to actually read on. Nonetheless it's still super cool and I will probably get one when I finish saving my pennies. The only problem i seeing the iPad solving is that of an E-Book reader that is large enough to actually read on. Nonetheless it's still super cool and I will probably get one when I finish saving my pennies.

]]> By: @abbylive http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54031 @abbylive Thu, 15 Apr 2010 21:20:13 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54031 I played with the iPad for quite a while at Best Buy. I agree with your analysis of it. The e-book reader on it is indeed stunning. Much easier to read than on the iPhone, even though the iPhone isn't bad...just smaller. For me, it's like...if I have an iPhone, laptop, and desktop, I don't think I need the iPad. Even though it's cool. It would just be an extra thing to have or carry around. Plus, I can buy apps for the iPhone cheaper than I could for the iPad. So. I probably won't get one. I played with the iPad for quite a while at Best Buy. I agree with your analysis of it. The e-book reader on it is indeed stunning. Much easier to read than on the iPhone, even though the iPhone isn't bad…just smaller. For me, it's like…if I have an iPhone, laptop, and desktop, I don't think I need the iPad. Even though it's cool. It would just be an extra thing to have or carry around. Plus, I can buy apps for the iPhone cheaper than I could for the iPad. So. I probably won't get one.

]]> By: Tim Dahl http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54029 Tim Dahl Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:59:39 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54029 Yeah, I hear you. But, I still want one! Maybe in a year to two. :( Tim My recent post <a href="http://tikesbestfriend.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/tragic-male-behavior/" target="_blank">Tragic Male Behavior</a> Yeah, I hear you.

But, I still want one! Maybe in a year to two. :(

Tim
My recent post Tragic Male Behavior

]]> By: Niccole Wallick http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54027 Niccole Wallick Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:32:45 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54027 Like you I don't NEED an ipad but I would like to have one when multitasking...watching TV and keeping up and or posting on Facebook. Lazy I know. But I view it as one of those things that should be next to your remote. It's larger than an iphone, just easier to see and use. Also my son, ripe ol age of 11 is an avid reader and wants to use it for books when traveling. One other place I see this little device coming in handy is for my parents. My parents for whatever reason they chose, do not have a computer at all. They live out of state and I am constantly emailing pictures to there 2inch screen phone. I think-hope this might be the device that is simple enough to give them the confidence to get on board with emailing, internet and social networking. They are not heavy users, just something a little better than a phone can do would work out great...I think anyway. :-) Anyway, I guess these are examples of the need between running and walking....I would like to take the ipad for a jog I guess. :0) Like you I don't NEED an ipad but I would like to have one when multitasking…watching TV and keeping up and or posting on Facebook. Lazy I know. But I view it as one of those things that should be next to your remote. It's larger than an iphone, just easier to see and use. Also my son, ripe ol age of 11 is an avid reader and wants to use it for books when traveling.
One other place I see this little device coming in handy is for my parents. My parents for whatever reason they chose, do not have a computer at all. They live out of state and I am constantly emailing pictures to there 2inch screen phone. I think-hope this might be the device that is simple enough to give them the confidence to get on board with emailing, internet and social networking.
They are not heavy users, just something a little better than a phone can do would work out great…I think anyway. :-)
Anyway, I guess these are examples of the need between running and walking….I would like to take the ipad for a jog I guess. :0)

]]> By: Babu Nagarajan http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54015 Babu Nagarajan Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:10:59 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54015 I think iPad is Apple's version of a netbook, just over-priced.. A regular 400$ netbook can do everything that iPad can.. So the addl 400$ (for the 3g version) is really for the Apple logo and ofcourse the gorgeous touch screen... I think iPad is Apple's version of a netbook, just over-priced.. A regular 400$ netbook can do everything that iPad can.. So the addl 400$ (for the 3g version) is really for the Apple logo and ofcourse the gorgeous touch screen…

]]> By: Michael Hyatt http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54006 Michael Hyatt Thu, 15 Apr 2010 13:24:17 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54006 I find that I consume about half my book in audio format, primarily because I can “read” while running. I would love to see publishers get to the place where they publish a “premium” edition of the book that includes all formats, including audio, and the kind of WhisperSync technology that Amazon uses with Kindle, so I can pick up on any device where ever I last left off. Right I find that I consume about half my book in audio format, primarily because I can “read” while running.

I would love to see publishers get to the place where they publish a “premium” edition of the book that includes all formats, including audio, and the kind of WhisperSync technology that Amazon uses with Kindle, so I can pick up on any device where ever I last left off. Right

]]> By: Michael Hyatt http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54005 Michael Hyatt Thu, 15 Apr 2010 13:21:31 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54005 Cindy, I like the Kindle app on the iPad better than on the Kindle, too. I am reading a couple of books that way now. Cindy, I like the Kindle app on the iPad better than on the Kindle, too. I am reading a couple of books that way now.

]]> By: Michael Hyatt http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54004 Michael Hyatt Thu, 15 Apr 2010 13:20:26 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54004 You're probably right about that. This is definitely how the iPhone played out. You're probably right about that. This is definitely how the iPhone played out.

]]> By: Michael Hyatt http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-54003 Michael Hyatt Thu, 15 Apr 2010 13:19:38 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-54003 I think I'll hang onto it a little longer. But thanks for the offer. ;-) I think I'll hang onto it a little longer. But thanks for the offer. ;-)

]]> By: Jennifer http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-1#comment-53989 Jennifer Thu, 15 Apr 2010 07:26:07 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-53989 thanks for the link. That is EXACTLY what I'm talking about! thanks for the link. That is EXACTLY what I'm talking about!

]]> By: Shaun Sells http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-53988 Shaun Sells Thu, 15 Apr 2010 06:58:39 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-53988 If you don't want your iPad I'll take it. I currently don't have an iPhone because AT&T is not in Wyoming, I use an iPod touch to run my slides for Sunday and Wednesday services, but the screen is so small I can't read it or tell if the screen has changed without leaning down to look. I don't currently have a kindle. I also don't have $100's of dollars to spare as my wife and I are working the Dave Ramsey get out of debt plan (with gazelle intensity). Your iPad is the solution to many of my problems. If you don't want your iPad I'll take it. I currently don't have an iPhone because AT&T is not in Wyoming, I use an iPod touch to run my slides for Sunday and Wednesday services, but the screen is so small I can't read it or tell if the screen has changed without leaning down to look. I don't currently have a kindle. I also don't have $100's of dollars to spare as my wife and I are working the Dave Ramsey get out of debt plan (with gazelle intensity). Your iPad is the solution to many of my problems.

]]> By: Trish http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-53981 Trish Thu, 15 Apr 2010 02:51:45 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-53981 It looks like the iPad might be a great solution for people in need of assistive technology to communicate. A lot of families have been using various apps on the iPhone or iPod Touch, but the larger size of the iPad will be helpful for many of them. (I see scrolling down that my friend Barbara has already brought up this point, but it's worth repeating.) My recent post <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/anotherpieceofthepuzzle/~3/WwHFX0WsbnQ/positive-reinforcement-a-powerful-tool" target="_blank">Positive Reinforcement: A Powerful Tool</a> It looks like the iPad might be a great solution for people in need of assistive technology to communicate. A lot of families have been using various apps on the iPhone or iPod Touch, but the larger size of the iPad will be helpful for many of them.

(I see scrolling down that my friend Barbara has already brought up this point, but it's worth repeating.)
My recent post Positive Reinforcement: A Powerful Tool

]]> By: Dana Crosby http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-53955 Dana Crosby Thu, 15 Apr 2010 02:27:34 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-53955 I have been anxiously awaiting the iPad primarily because I don't plan on getting iPhone until they become available on Sprint. I love the Simply Everything Plan. I also am excited about the iPad because on long trips (we travel often), I want a bigger device than my phone to do all my non-phoning essentials. I also think all the kids with their Nintendo DS-es will be begging their parents for this, movie-watching, game-playing, social-networking, mega-media tool. I have been patiently (or not so patiently) waiting for the 3G. I have to say that I think Apple may have lost out on some impulse purchasers for the three 3G that will decide, after waiting so long, that they either do not NEED an iPad, or can stand to wait for the next gen. Besides the camera function, I do wish that multiple programs could run simultaneously as they do on my Palm. I have been anxiously awaiting the iPad primarily because I don't plan on getting iPhone until they become available on Sprint. I love the Simply Everything Plan. I also am excited about the iPad because on long trips (we travel often), I want a bigger device than my phone to do all my non-phoning essentials. I also think all the kids with their Nintendo DS-es will be begging their parents for this, movie-watching, game-playing, social-networking, mega-media tool. I have been patiently (or not so patiently) waiting for the 3G. I have to say that I think Apple may have lost out on some impulse purchasers for the three 3G that will decide, after waiting so long, that they either do not NEED an iPad, or can stand to wait for the next gen. Besides the camera function, I do wish that multiple programs could run simultaneously as they do on my Palm.

]]> By: Linkathon 4/14, part 2 » Phoenix Preacher http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-53976 Linkathon 4/14, part 2 » Phoenix Preacher Thu, 15 Apr 2010 01:03:54 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-53976 [...] Michael Hyatt on the iPad. [...] [...] Michael Hyatt on the iPad. [...]

]]> By: duregger http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-1#comment-53954 duregger Wed, 14 Apr 2010 21:23:46 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-53954 totally agree! see the app Element or Outside magazine app. they get "it" and are moving on this niche market. not to be one of those people but there are more of my thoughts on this idea of transmedia here (if your so inclined :-) <a href="http://www.theomusings.com/future-of-books/" target="_blank">http://www.theomusings.com/future-of-books/</a> totally agree! see the app Element or Outside magazine app. they get "it" and are moving on this niche market. not to be one of those people but there are more of my thoughts on this idea of transmedia here (if your so inclined :-) http://www.theomusings.com/future-of-books/

]]> By: @DavidGallery http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-1#comment-53946 @DavidGallery Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:25:55 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-53946 I just found great App for kids too - Disney Digital Books. It can read Disney books with a bit of animation. I just found great App for kids too – Disney Digital Books. It can read Disney books with a bit of animation.

]]> By: Matt Lee http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-53944 Matt Lee Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:04:26 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-53944 Honestly, I think that the iPad fills a niche that doesn't exist yet. I've noticed that, with Apple products, the hype is huge and then drops off when people actually get the item. Slowly, though, I've noticed that Apple builds a digital culture around the product. Take the iPhone for example. When I first saw it, I wasn't truly impressed. But, as the apps started multiplying like insects, the utility increased until I now know people who can't live without their iPhone! So, I'm sure Apple will find some slick way to build our dependence on the iPad, even if we don't see it right now. My recent post <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/simpletruths/~3/gahBDUiAhvM/michael-mcmillan-being-present" target="_blank">Michael McMillan: Being Present</a> Honestly, I think that the iPad fills a niche that doesn't exist yet. I've noticed that, with Apple products, the hype is huge and then drops off when people actually get the item. Slowly, though, I've noticed that Apple builds a digital culture around the product. Take the iPhone for example. When I first saw it, I wasn't truly impressed. But, as the apps started multiplying like insects, the utility increased until I now know people who can't live without their iPhone! So, I'm sure Apple will find some slick way to build our dependence on the iPad, even if we don't see it right now.
My recent post Michael McMillan: Being Present

]]> By: Will the iPad usher in a “post-scroll era”? Gawker’s a convert. | NEWS Gate http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-53942 Will the iPad usher in a “post-scroll era”? Gawker’s a convert. | NEWS Gate Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:52:23 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-53942 [...] Gawker’s new design is shifting in this direction. Steve Jobs’ new product may still be an elegant solution in search of a problem, but that doesn’t mean that publishers and developers won’t be taking small lessons from [...] [...] Gawker’s new design is shifting in this direction. Steve Jobs’ new product may still be an elegant solution in search of a problem, but that doesn’t mean that publishers and developers won’t be taking small lessons from [...]

]]> By: Ron http://michaelhyatt.com/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html/comment-page-2#comment-53932 Ron Wed, 14 Apr 2010 17:52:36 +0000 http://michaelhyatt.com/2010/04/the-ipad-an-elegant-solution-in-search-of-a-problem.html#comment-53932 Recently I've been helping a writer get his books coverted as Kindle book. I used my iTouch and my Kindle to see how the files looked. It's easy to get them on the Kindle and iTouch ( using Stanza and Calibre and MobiePocketCreator for conversions) For a writer who converts his book to the ePub format, the iPad would probably work great for testing coversion results but I'm not sure the iPad will allow you to load your ebook files to it. If so, there's a problem it could solve. Recently I've been helping a writer get his books coverted as Kindle book. I used my iTouch and my Kindle to see how the files looked. It's easy to get them on the Kindle and iTouch ( using Stanza and Calibre and MobiePocketCreator for conversions) For a writer who converts his book to the ePub format, the iPad would probably work great for testing coversion results but I'm not sure the iPad will allow you to load your ebook files to it. If so, there's a problem it could solve.

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