So the iPad 2 is been launched now and will be available for sale soon. If you own iPad and are too excited by the launch of iPad 2, go on reading the difference between iPad and iPad 2, from which you can find the details.

iPad and iPad 2 are similar in design. Apple retained the same display used in iPad in the iPad 2 also. However, the new iPad 2 is slimmer, lighter, faster and has more features than iPad. Unlike iPad's two variations, iPad 2 has 3 variations. It has Wi-Fi only model and two 3G models one for GSM network and the other support CDMA network. In US the GSM model is available with AT&T and the CDMA model is available with Verizon from March 11, 2011. iPad 2 also offers two color choice, it has white and black models. By the way, if you have an ipad , the Resources about ipad ebooks and free apps for ipad maybe help you makes ipad more interesting. .

Hardware

1. iPad 2 is amazingly slim and light, it's just 8.8 mm (0.34 inches) thin and weighs 1.33 pounds, that is 33% thinner and 15% lighter than iPad. But still the display (9.7 inches, 1024×768 pixels with IPS technology) and the body are the same (Single slab of aluminum in the back and the face is the same scratch resistance oleophobic coated glass). Only a slight different in the design, iPad 2 has angled edges. The edges are tapered to reduce weight.

2. Two cameras are new in iPad 2, a 5 MP rare camera with the capability for 720p HD video recording and a front-facing camera for video chat using FaceTime. There is no flash for the camera.

3. More powerful 1 GHz dual core A5 processor is used in iPad 2. iPad is built with 1GHz A4 processor.

4. Main memory is doubled, iPad 2 has 512 MB while iPad has only 256 MB.

Performance

1. iPad 2 offers better multitasking experience with the support of 1GHz dual core high performance A5 application processor, 512 MB RAM and the improved iOS 4.3.

2. The new A5 processor's clock speed is twice faster than A4 and 9 times better (in practice we can expect 5 - 7 times better performance) on graphics while the power consumption remains same.

3. Excellent browsing experience - the Safari browser is improved with Nitro JavaScript engine with the iOS 4.3 upgrade. When both run iOS 4.3, iPad 2 shows about 80% better performance than iPad and pages load around 35% faster than iPad.

Apple iPad 2 will be a benchmark product in Apple's Smartphone and Tablet Family, it gives an excellent performance.

Additional Features

1. HDMI capability - you can connect to HDTV via Apple digital AV adapter (cost an extra US$39). It has HDMI mirroring capability but mirroring is not available for video playback.

2. The new operating system iOS 4.3 has improved on some features and added additional features like iTunes home sharing, PhotoBooth, improved iMovie ($4.99 from App Store) and improved AirPlay. With improved AirPlay you can wirelessly stream your media content to HDTV or speakers via AppleTV.

3. Preference for iPad Switch to mute or for rotation lock and parental control to restrict access to some applications are two other new features in iOS 4.3.

4. New application GarageBand ($4.99 from App Store)

However iPad is also compatible with iOS 4.3 and iPad users can upgrade their OS to 4.3. Now it is iOS 4.3.1 (released 25 March 2011)

Accessories

1. Smart Cover - Apple introduces a new bendable magnatic case for iPad 2, named as Smart Cover. Which will cost an extra US $39.

2. Wireless Keyboard - a thin keyboard which can be connected over Bluetooth

3. iPad 2 Dock

Apple Digital AV adapter is same as the previous one. These accessories are not included to the box, you have to purchase these separately. iPad 1 accessories are compatible with iPad 2, however due to the reduced thickness the first generation dock won't be an exact fit.

Availability

iPad 2 will be available in the US market from March 11th and to the global market starting from March 25th.

Market Price differences for iPad and iPad 2

Variants       US        UK       Australia

iPad      iPad 2   iPad      iPad 2   iPad      iPad 2

16GB Wi-Fi       $399     $499     -     £399     A$449 A$579

32GB 3G+WiFi        $629     $729     £499     £579     A$729 A$839

Anyways I am going to wait for iPad 3 or iPad 4, maybe Apple will put some extra things in it which can convince me to buy it. What about you?

iPad is the most popular gadget in all over the world. You can play or watch HD movie, capture HD Video, Play high graphics game etc. It has also very large storage capacity in which you can stores thousands of songs, pictures, videos, games and many more information. In this situation it becomes necessary to keep a backup of iPad in MAC or Windows.

Is it necessary to backup/sync the iPad to iTunes?

The short iPad backup story is that Apple wants you to make your iPad backups through iTunes. And as far as I can tell, this is currently the only way to make an iPad backup.
To make an iTunes iPad backup, just follow these steps:
1.Connect your iPad to your computer,
2.Select your iPad device in iTunes, and then
3.Choose the 'Sync' option to make a backup.
You can also right-click your iPad under the itunes Devices section, and select the "Make a Backup" option from the popup menu. If you want to copy files to ipad without itunes and transfer apps to ipad, follow this guide.
That's the short story to making an iPad backup, but there's much more to learn about making iPad backups, and the iPad restore process.

Where are iPad backup files stored on my Windows computer?

The folder where your backup data is stored changes depending on the computer's operating system. Since iTunes only keeps one backup per device, you should ensure the backup folder is included in your periodic data-backup routine.
iTunes places the backup files in the following places:
•Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/MobileSync/Backup/
•Windows XP: Documents and Settings(username)Application DataApple ComputerMobileSyncBackup
•Windows Vista: Users(username)AppDataRoamingApple ComputerMobileSyncBackup

How to Restore Apple iPad Backup and delete a backup?

To restore information from a backup, use one of the following methods after connecting your iPad to the computer with which you normally sync:
•In iTunes, select the device, then select the Summary tab and click Restore (this deletes all data on iPad and restores to factory settings). When prompted by iTunes, select the option to restore your settings.
Or:
•Right-click (or Control-click) the device, and choose Restore from Backup.

If you want to delete a backup created by iTunes, follow these steps in iTunes:
1. Open iTunes Preferences:
Windows: Choose Edit > Preferences.
Mac: Choose iTunes > Preferences.
2. Click Devices (iPad does not need to be connected).
3. iTunes will show the serial number and IMEI (iPad 3G only) of the backed up iPad when you position your mouse pointer over a backup. Use this to locate the backup for the iPad you want to delete. Select the backup you want to remove and click Delete Backup.
4. Confirm you wish to remove the selected backup by clicking Delete Backup.
5. Click OK to close the iTunes Preferences Window.

Every aspect should be considered. Do I make everything clear?