Even fewer Apple fans are going to spare a thought for the
humble old iPad 2 now that the iPad 4 has hit the shops.
But this is the same sparkling, all-conquering tablet we loved
just a few months ago, and it’s had £70 slashed off its price.
A quick go on the iPad 2 and you’ll understand just why
it proved so popular. Instantly switching on, it enables you
to access the internet and all your favourite
apps with the kind of finger interaction
that made the iPhone popular. The large
screen also makes it ideal for reading books,
watching video, and playing games.
The display here looks sharp, bright and
clear – right up until the second you read
some text on the iPad 4’s Retina display. The
difference in non-text environments is less
marked, but is likely to increase as developers
take advantage of the extra detail.
The price is £70 below the equivalent iPad 4, but all but
the lowest storage versions (of both Wi-Fi and 3G models)
have been discontinued: it’s 16GB or nothing. This is likely
to fi ll up quickly if you watch films and play lots of games.
Wi-Fi: £329 (16GB) Wi-Fi + 3G: £429 (16GB)
www.apple.com/uk/ipad
LIKES:
-£70 cheaper than iPad 4
-User-friendly and enjoyable
-Wide range of apps available
DISLIKES:
-No Retina display
-Only available with 16GB
-Camera is poor, especially compared to the new iPadWill start to feel sluggish as firms create apps with the super-fast iPad 4 in mind
RATING ★ ★ ★
Source . iPad iPhone User Issue .72