Apple’s iPad 2 is an excellent e-reader as well as a fully functioning tablet device. It is available in several models with varying storage capacities and Internet connectivity options. The lowest priced model offers 16GB of storage and wifi-only connections, while the top-end delivers 64GB and a combination of wifi and 3G which provides options for Internet data plans from a cellular provider.

Design of the Apple iPad 2

The iPad 2 was designed to be small enough for convenience and large enough for easy viewing. It is smaller than a standard piece of paper and slightly larger than other e-readers. It is available in black or white. The iPad 2 is a touch-screen enabled device and has just three buttons to control volume, power, and toggle between applications. All other functions are accessed via the touch-screen interface and configured in the apps settings.

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Apple’s iPad 2 is an excellent e-reader as well as a fully functioning tablet device. It is available in several models with varying storage capacities and Internet connectivity options. The lowest priced model offers 16GB of storage and wifi-only connections, while the top-end delivers 64GB and a combination of wifi and 3G which provides options for Internet data plans from a cellular provider.

Design of the Apple iPad 2

The iPad 2 was designed to be small enough for convenience and large enough for easy viewing. It is smaller than a standard piece of paper and slightly larger than other e-readers. It is available in black or white. The iPad 2 is a touch-screen enabled device and has just three buttons to control volume, power, and toggle between applications. All other functions are accessed via the touch-screen interface and configured in the apps settings.

Available Content for this E-Reader

The e-reader feature on the iPad 2 is well supported with a number of content types available. The built-in iBook reader can be used to view ebooks purchased from iTunes as well as PDF files from any source. Apps from third party content providers can be downloaded and installed for free providing access to Amazon Kindle ebooks and Barnes&Noble Nook ebooks as well.

Ease of Use of the iPad 2

Apple has a good reputation for producing easy-to-use products and the iPad 2 is no exception. The touch screen is precise and responsive making it easy to open the apps. The screen will dynamically adjust its orientation to appear in a readable layout. This auto-rotation is useful though it can seem overly sensitive at times. If it poses a problem it can easily be set to lock with the use of a switch on the side of the device.

Battery Life of this E-Reader

The iPad 2 is marketed with a battery life of 10 continuous hours of use. The actual available time will depend on the apps being used. Accessing ebooks with an e-reader application on the iPad 2 will not consume high levels of energy and should provide ample reading time. To obtain the maximum use between charges disconnecting from Internet connections, both wifi and 3G, will ensure a longer lasting charge. The battery on the iPad offers a fast recharge cycle and can be fully replenished in as little as one hour.

Additional Features of iPad 2

Though an excellent e-reader, the iPad 2 is marketed as a fully featured tablet. With tens of thousands of available apps, a myriad of available accessories, two built-in cameras, and a reliable and easy-to-use interface this device is a light and portable replacement for many electronic tasks. The major limitation of the iPad 2 is its inability to view Adobe Flash files preventing its use for viewing many Internet videos and some basic websites.

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