Gadget Geek's Definition Of Pleasure: The Apple iPad!

Just what is pleasure and how can one experience it? Encyclopedias define the feeling of pleasure as a mental state that humans and even animals experience as positive, enjoyable, or worth seeking. It includes more specific mental states such as happiness, entertainment, enjoyment, ecstasy, and euphoria.

As people, we all have varying levels and causes of experiencing pleasure and in recent studies, there is one distinct form of pleasure that has only emerged and is continually evolving today are pleasures derived from using gadget. This has even evolved to creating new psychological terms because addiction to the pleasures being derived from using different gadgets of today has created different social behaviors. From kids losing their communication with their parents to husbands spending more time holding their tablet PC than their wife and child, the mental and emotional impacts of the positive and negative effects of this newly emerging source of pleasure in the modern world is yet to be revealed.

In recent surveys conducted but concerned Internet professionals, people who are working on their computers who at the same time have their social networking website open loses at least 35% of their productivity. While it seems to be an innocuous act can turn out to be a dreadful source of non productivity in the work place and can be easily remedied by simply signing out of the social network and focusing on their work.

Many young professionals in the United States and in the UK have been "hooked" so to speak to their Apple iPads and many have rationalized that they do it because of work. But an online survey that was done indicates that they hold on to a gadget, particularly their Apple tablet because they are psychologically gratified using it.

But even if not everyone is convinced and appreciate the iPad, conjuring up different jokes and insults even calling it a computerized feminine napkin for tech addicts together with the obvious setbacks that has caused some of the iPad's popularity to decline, still there are die hard Apple fans out there who get a high using it as if they are sniffing cocaine.

Taking care of their iPad is a common practice for these "tech junkies", like maintaining it properly, getting comprehensive iPad insurance right after a few days after purchasing it, and many more. And who wouldn't want to insure iPad coverage for such an expensive piece of electronics? Surely, getting insurance for iPad to protect it from theft, accidental and liquid damages is a logical and sensible thing to do.

But when you see people buying all sorts of crazy contraptions and accessories that would make you think they are way too obsessed with this gadget, it can get a bit creepy. Who would want a strap that enables you to walk with your iPad attached in your hand or chest 24/7 you might ask? The answer is, there's a big company producing this strap by the millions so you better believe these kinds of people are out there!

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Apple iPad Unveiled - Take a Look at Apple's New Gadget

If you follow Apple, or tech news in general, you will know that Steve Jobs unveiled the iPad this week in San Francisco.

His goal/dream for the iPad is that it will bridge the gap between smartphones and laptops. But does the iPad fill this gap? Not really. But we'll get to that in just a moment. The iPad at first glance looks like a scaled up version of the iPhone. And in some ways it is. First let's take a look at the dimensions.

The iPad is half an inch thick, which is why many people began referring to it as iSlate. The IPS display is a rather respectable 9.7 inches. In comparison, the iPhone has a 3.5 inch display. The whole devices weighs 1.5 pounds.

According to Steve Jobs, the iPad has a battery life of 10 hours, and can stay in stand-by for one month.

Hardware specs are also pretty decent. The processor is a 1 GHz Apple A4, which should provide more speed than it does. As it stands, the iPad is not capable of multitasking. What does that mean? Well, if you're reading this, you probably have your browser open. If you checked your inbox, your email client may be open. Then there is whatever other programs you normally use on your computer. With the iPad you can only use one application at a time. Disappointing, isn't it?

I really don't see this as a limitation of the hardware. Either the OS can't handle the demands, or won't. In either case this is something that Apple will have to fix in a future release.

As with most of the other hardware, Apple makes the iPad come in multiple different flavors, these range from the 16GB to the 64GB versions, with the price increasing for each one. The 16GB version costs $499, with the 32GB version jumping to $599. If you want the big version with 64GB storage space, you will be looking to spend $699.

The iPad connects over WiFi 802.11n, although some versions come with 3G. The data plans for the device start at $14.99 a month for 250MB of transfer, while the unlimited plan costs the double, $29.99, and you get free access to AT&T hot spots. Unlike the iPhone, there aren't any contacts you get locked into. Instead it runs on the pre-paid model, which is activated directly through the device.

Some of the other features the iPad comes with are an accelerometer, compass, microphone, speaker, and a 30-pin connect. If you think you're going to get a camera too, think again. The iPad does not come with a camera. This is rather disappointing, since including one with the device would make sense.

That about sums up the feature list. Does it sound like something you will need to have?

For me there are several issues with the iPad in its current state.

First, it doesn't offer multitasking, which is a fundamental part of using a computer. If this isn't changed, it isn't anything more than a glorified iPhone with a lame name. This is the biggest problem for me with the device. Maybe this won't bother most of the users, but for anyone that wants to do more than browse the Internet, read some email, and listen to music (not at the same time) this isn't a viable solution.

Second, the lack of a camera. Apple's solution for this was two huge adapters that could/should have been built into the device in the first place. Neither of them actually gives the device "real" camera functionality, instead they are only a way to import photos. Here is what Apple has to say about them:

The Camera Connection Kit gives you two ways to import photos and videos from a digital camera. The Camera Connector lets you import your photos and videos to iPad using the camera's USB cable. Or you can use the SD Card Reader to import photos and videos directly from the camera's SD card.

My verdict, if you're looking for something bigger than your iPhone, and only care about browsing the Internet, reading your email, and other simple functions then this might be for you. I feel that Apple is trying to bank on the trendiness of their products rather than truly bridge the current gap between smartphones and laptops. If the iPad is their solution, we still have a long way to go.

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Best iPad 2 Cases - Show Off Your New Gadget in Style

If you're lucky enough to get your hands on the long-awaited iPad 2, you going to want to show your new gadget off! A few manufacturers have designed unique iPad 2 cases that add personality and style to your iPad. The race is on among iPad case companies to produce new, cutting-edge iPad 2 cases that live up to the hype of the iPad 2. This only means that consumers will benefit! Here are the most unique iPad 2 cases released so far.

SONIX Travelbook for iPad 2 in Happy Hemp

This is one cool, down to earth iPad 2 case. It's a folder/binder case made out of a hemp material. The inside of the case is line with microfiber material, which protects and cleans your iPad 2 screen simultaneously. SONIX has also released this iPad 2 case in a variety of other exterior materials, including suede, leather, felt and lycra. The color selection is not very expansive right now, but this is a great case at a great price point. The case retails for $39.99.

Scosche snapSHIELD Polycarbonate iPad 2 Case

Scosche designed this case with simplicity and value in mind. It is a traditional hard plastic shell that protects the back and sides of the iPad 2. The fun feature about this case is that it is currently available 5 exciting colors: bright pink, aqua blue, purple, smoke (gray) and clear. This iPad 2 case is budget friendly coming in at $29.99.

Gecko Gaming Glove Case for iPad 2

Designed by Gecko Gear Australia, this case is an iPad gamer's dream, especially now that the iPad 2 boasts the A5 chip! This unique case is made out of a silicone material and provides the iPad 2 with shock-proof protection. The case is formed in a way that makes it easy to grip, hold and maneuver while playing games on the iPad 2.

Marware C.E.O. Hybrid for iPad 2

The C.E.O. Hybrid case for the iPad 2 is just as great as the same case that was made for the original iPad. Most users love the fact that the case provides ample amount of padded protection, but still manages to keep a sleek and thin profile. The C.E.O. Hybrid case is all decked out with other features that make it more than just another case. It has a hand strap that allows the user to control the iPad more precisely and keep a better grip on it. It is also designed in a way that allows the case to act as a stand with multiple viewing angles. You can even configure the stand to slightly elevate the iPad and use it as a keyboard.

These are just a few of the best iPad 2 cases on the market as of now! All of these cases are sure to be a "fashion accessory" for your new device, while making your iPad even more functional. You won't be able to find cases that compare to these while keeping the price down!

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