So, I waited in line for about 4.5 hours on Friday to get an iPad 2. By the time I got to the front of the line, the Apple Store was out of the AT&T 3G models, which was pretty disappointing since I’d had my heart set ona 32GB 3G model. I almost left the line then but decided to stick it out since I’d already been there for several hours. At about 6:00 p.m. I walked out with a 64GB Wi-Fi only version in black.
Of course, I set it up as soon as I got home and started using it right away. Compared to the first-generation iPad, the iPad 2 is faster and lighter. I didn’t think that the first iPad was slow before but there is a marked difference between it and the new iPad. And though the weight difference is slight between the two on paper, it is noticeable enough to make it easier for me to hold the iPad 2 for longer reading sessions, fortunately.
I also picked up one of Apple’s Smart Covers when I bought the iPad 2 since I was intrigued by the demo video posted on Apple’s site. At the last second, I opted for the black leather cover instead of the gray polyurethane one. Overall, I like the cover but I think it’s expensive for what it offers. I recorded a video review of it yesterday:
iFixIt just took apart the Smart Cover and found 21 magnets (!) in it, along with 10 in the iPad 2 to work with those in the Smart Cover. I love Apple’s level of attention to detail when it comes to product design.
Did you buy an iPad 2 and any accessories for it? How was your iPad 2 launch day experience?
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