The Apple iPad was unveiled today, to the joy of thousands, perhaps even millions. Honestly, my twitter feed as well as RSS feed was dominated with jittery anticipation, then rapid information and finally overblown opinions. But is it worth it?
Essentially an enlarged iPhone, I can't say I don't like Apple iPad, since I clearly love my iPhone. And for the $500 price tag, the deal is pretty sweet. But after all the hype, I think my great expectations were slightly stunted. How do you feel about the Apple iPad?
Apple iPad Frenzy
Is The Apple iPad Just an Enlarged iPhone?
Trend Themes
1. Tablet Computers - The frenzy surrounding the Apple iPad suggests a growing interest in tablet computers as a replacement for laptops and desktops.
2. Mobile Devices - The popularity of the iPad, a device that is essentially an enlarged iPhone, signals a continued trend towards mobile devices as the primary means of computing and communicating.
3. E-reading - The iPad's large screen and e-reading capabilities highlight a trend towards digital reading, with opportunities for innovation in the design and distribution of digital content.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The success of Apple's iPad suggests a continued demand for new and innovative consumer electronics, both in terms of hardware and software.
2. Publishing - The rise of digital reading and the popularity of devices like the iPad present opportunities for disruption in the publishing industry, particularly in terms of content distribution and monetization.
3. Mobile Computing - The iPad's success underscores the continued growth of the mobile computing industry, with potential for innovation in hardware, software, and services.