topic Re: New IPad in Electronics

New IPad

SoX — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 18:14:45 GMT

I briefly saw an Apple IPad being presented ... not sure if it's a Big Deal, or what. I've always owned android tablets and know absolutely nothing about Apple ...

Please help me ... what's the best being presented here ... I want a keyboard and accessories. I don't necessarily need a lot of storage space ... maybe a middle of the road will be sufficient.

I want the free shipping which expires tomorrow.

Re: New IPad

I am still oxox — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 18:58:00 GMT

Apple products are very user friendly, and their Customer Service is top notch

Re: New IPad

deeva — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 19:08:04 GMT

Why don't you search the Apple website. They also offer free shipping.

Re: New IPad

cindyNC — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 20:05:32 GMT

@SoX Apple products don't allow you to use additional additonal SD cards for items stored in the tablets so you might want to purchase a bigger tablet than what you think you'll use...........esp if you store a lot of music or photos on your tablet.

You also have to use their proprietery system called iTunes to load music. I've never quite figured it out

Re: New IPad

MamasAngels — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 20:09:33 GMT

I would buy the one with most memory. The other stuff is nice to get along with the iPad. But those other items are cheaper than a bigger hard drive/memory. I have 1 iPad with 32mb and I completely ran out of space. It's not like you can add memory afterwards.

Apple products are so easy to use. They have a service department that will walk you through steps, so you can learn. They also have classes. It's a very intuitive system. Good luck and I hope you enjoy it..

Re: New IPad

Tori3569 — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 20:14:06 GMT

@cindyNC wrote:
@SoX Apple products don't allow you to use additional additonal SD cards for items stored in the tablets so you might want to purchase a bigger tablet than what you think you'll use...........esp if you store a lot of music or photos on your tablet.

You also have to use their proprietery system called iTunes to load music. I've never quite figured it out

Actually, they provide cloud storage for as little as $1.99 per month if needed. I can't imagine what anyone would use an SD card for anymore.

Also, I have music on my iPad through iTunes, Amazon Prime and Spotify. Any music app can be used.

Re: New IPad

SoX — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 20:21:12 GMT

Okay, thanks ... think I'll head on over to an Apple store.

Re: New IPad

Mom2Dogs — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 20:37:52 GMT

@SoX I have always had Apple products, and love my MacBook Air. The Air is on it's last legs so I bought an IPAD. I am having difficulty using it...bookmarking things, finding things that I down loaded, etc. I wish I would have just purchased another MacBook Air...BUT since you have not used Apple products in the past you might like it..I don't want to steer you in the wrong direction

There are some things about the IPad I really like, and I THOUGHT it would operate more like the Mac book Air that I an so used to...I did not do my homework well enough.

Re: New IPad

Kachina624 — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 22:10:12 GMT

I bought a reconditioned iPad on the Apple site that lasted for years. Then I bought a Samsung Android and have had three of them. I like the Android better. Safari users are always having problems interfacing with QVC. My Samsung also has an expandable memory and they never seem to quit supporting it like Apple does their products.

Re: New IPad

Kachina624 — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 22:12:40 GMT

@MamasAngels wrote:
I would buy the one with most memory. The other stuff is nice to get along with the iPad. But those other items are cheaper than a bigger hard drive/memory. I have 1 iPad with 32mb and I completely ran out of space. It's not like you can add memory afterwards.
Apple products are so easy to use. They have a service department that will walk you through steps, so you can learn. They also have classes. It's a very intuitive system. Good luck and I hope you enjoy it..

@MamasAngels. Samsung tablets have an expandable memory.

Re: New IPad

Mz iMac — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 22:25:51 GMT

@Mom2Dogs @SoX

Sounds like you need to make a visit to an Apple Store. They will sit down w/you one on one & teach you how to use their products - FREE. I would suggest you make an appointment if the store is usually mobbed.

Re: New IPad

Mom2Dogs — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 22:43:52 GMT

@Mz iMac Thanks, Yes, I should..maybe after the 1st of the year...work has been kicking my rear end and not a lot of extra time on the weekends between now and the end of the year....

Re: New IPad

jackthebear — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 22:55:23 GMT

@SoX wrote:
Okay, thanks ... think I'll head on over to an Apple store.

good plan
Q offers stuff you don't need, like a keyboard

Re: New IPad

jlkz — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:06:55 GMT

@Tori3569 @cindiNC

I just got an email that the storage I have been using for almost 7 years needs me to add on. The cost is $0.99/

month.

I decided to manage my storage down and clear stuff out, esp. videos which use a lot of storage and to relegate apps that I Don't use very often to the back shelf ( data is not lost and you can download the app ).

Re: New IPad

jackthebear — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 10:44:24 GMT

@jlkz wrote:
@Tori3569 @cindiNC

I just got an email that the storage I have been using for almost 7 years needs me to add on. The cost is $0.99/
month.

I decided to manage my storage down and clear stuff out, esp. videos which use a lot of storage and to relegate apps that I Don't use very often to the back shelf ( data is not lost and you can download the app ).

I don't store anything on my ipad , pix are in the cloud and theres no reason to keep movies or stuff like that long term

Re: New IPad

FranandZoe — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 10:56:56 GMT

I use Safari on my iPhone, iPad and MacBook Air - never a problem.

Check Amazon too - they have an Apple Store.

Re: New IPad

gadgetgal613 — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 11:38:08 GMT

@Mom2Dogs wrote:
@SoX I have always had Apple products, and love my MacBook Air. The Air is on it's last legs so I bought an IPAD. I am having difficulty using it...bookmarking things, finding things that I down loaded, etc. I wish I would have just purchased another MacBook Air...BUT since you have not used Apple products in the past you might like it..I don't want to steer you in the wrong direction

There are some things about the IPad I really like, and I THOUGHT it would operate more like the Mac book Air that I an so used to...I did not do my homework well enough.

This is exactly why I gave away my iPad and never looked back. I know most people love them, including my sisters, but I don't. I also don't like the scaled down version of websites to fit either a tablet or phone. My favorite computer is my 27" iMac and dread the day it dies because they don't make that size anymore.

Re: New IPad

Shelbelle — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 21:02:01 GMT

My DH loves his Apple I Pad but he buys Apple from a electronics dealer in in NYC, very reasonable, they ship for free. B & H Electronics

Re: New IPad

Mz iMac — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 23:03:59 GMT

@gadgetgal613 wrote:
My favorite computer is my 27" iMac and dread the day it dies because they don't make that size anymore.

@gadgetgal613 Me too until.........

I discovered the Mac Mini & the Studeo Display (27") for less than an iMac! Even lesser if refurbished.

Re: New IPad

gadgetgal613 — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:43:03 GMT

@Mz iMac wrote:
@gadgetgal613 wrote:
My favorite computer is my 27" iMac and dread the day it dies because they don't make that size anymore.
@gadgetgal613 Me too until.........

I discovered the Mac Mini & the Studeo Display (27") for less than an iMac! Even lesser if refurbished.

I have a narrow computer cabinet and It will be a very tight fit if I go that route. I also have a 13 inch Macbook which I use but, I really love the big screen.