iPad launch roundup: Apple retail, Best Buy experience tight supply
Both Apple's retail stores and Best Buy outlets experienced supply on Saturday for the launch of the iPad, while some Apple Specialist locations received demo units on Friday. Also, videos from Apple stores around the U.S. on the iPad's first day of sales.
iPad launch roundup: Apple retail, Best Buy experience tight supply
iPad launch roundup: Apple retail, Best Buy experience tight supply
After months of hype, Apple's iPad tablet computer finally went into the hands of consumers Saturday. Coinciding with the release, Apple updated its Web site to show off a whole new world of apps created specifically for the device.
'iPad is here,' Apple declares on highly anticipated launch day
'iPad is here,' Apple declares on highly anticipated launch day
Exclusive: Apple is reportedly calling all of its retail store employees to a top secret, all hands on deck meeting tomorrow at 7AM to train them on the iPad, and will possibly involve each team member receiving a 16GB WiFi iPad.
Apple retail to hold 7AM training, all staffers may get iPads
Apple retail to hold 7AM training, all staffers may get iPads
Google on Friday released a new version of its browser-based e-mail client, Gmail, built with HTML5 specifically to work well with Apple's iPad.
Google releases redesigned Gmail Web site for use with Apple iPad
Google releases redesigned Gmail Web site for use with Apple iPad
Photos of the internals of Apple's iPad were revealed by the U.S. Federal Communications Commission Friday, offering users their first glimpse into the device Apple has dubbed magical and revolutionary.
Apple iPad internal hardware revealed in pictures by FCC
Apple iPad internal hardware revealed in pictures by FCC
The fact that the U.S. International Trade Commission has agreed to look into Apple's claims of patent infringement against HTC has not fazed the Taiwanese handset maker, its president said Friday.
HTC says Apple's patent suit has not affected its operations
HTC says Apple's patent suit has not affected its operations
Apple raised eyebrows during the original iPad unveiling when it casually noted that the new device would be using a new, Apple-designed System on a Chip processor named the A4. While Apple's first chip represents a new era for the hardware maker, the company's ability to create custom silicon is expected to grow even further with the rumored acquisition of a privately owned ARM design firm.
Inside the iPad: Apple's A4 processor
Inside the iPad: Apple's A4 processor
As the launch of Apple's iPad looms, a new report alleges that HP and Dell have cut back production of low-cost, low-power netbooks after the market saw relatively slow growth in the first quarter of 2010.
Growth in netbook sales slows in anticipation of Apple's iPad
Growth in netbook sales slows in anticipation of Apple's iPad
Apple's iPad was slapped, banged on a table, licked, had a coffee mug placed on top, and even used to make salsa, of all in the name of comedy it during Thursday night episodes of The Late Show with David Letterman and The Colbert Report.
Pre-release Apple iPads subjected to abuse on late night TV
Pre-release Apple iPads subjected to abuse on late night TV
A new forecast of iPad sales predicts Apple will sell 7 million units in 2010 -- a number higher than most expect on Wall Street -- with sales doubling in 2011 and nearly tripling by 2012.
Apple iPad sales predicted to reach 7M in 2010, 20.1M by 2012
Apple iPad sales predicted to reach 7M in 2010, 20.1M by 2012
Apple's iBooks application, which includes the iBookstore for purchasing new titles to read on the iPad, is now available for download in the App Store through iTunes.
Apple releases iBooks for iPad on App Store
Apple releases iBooks for iPad on App Store
Apple's iBooks application is now available on the App Store. The Free download offers both a book reader as well as an online bookstore to purchase new books.
Apple's iBooks App Now Available
Apple's iBooks App Now Available
In the two months since the iPad was announced, the still-unreleased platform has generated more interest from developers than the Android and BlackBerry platforms combined, according to a new study.
Apps for Apple iPad command 22% of new mobile projects
Apps for Apple iPad command 22% of new mobile projects
A number of major Web sites have prepared their content for Saturday's launch of the iPad -- in part by embracing HTML5 video -- and Apple has highlighted a number of them.
Apple highlights iPad-ready, Adobe Flash-free Web sites
Apple highlights iPad-ready, Adobe Flash-free Web sites
App Store software that will be available for download for Apple's iPad when it launches in the U.S. on Saturday can now be viewed through the iTunes Store via the desktop client.
Apple's iPad App Store now accessible through iTunes
Apple's iPad App Store now accessible through iTunes
App Store software that will be available for download for Apple's iPad when it launches in the U.S. on Saturday can now be viewed through the iTunes Store via the desktop client.
Apple makes iPad App Store software accessible through iTunes
Apple makes iPad App Store software accessible through iTunes
The U.S. International Trade Commission has agreed to review Apple's allegations of patent violations from rival handset maker HTC, the domestic trade agency announced this week.
ITC agrees to investigate Apple's patent suit against HTC
ITC agrees to investigate Apple's patent suit against HTC
In addition to all Apple retail stores and most Best Buy locations, the iPad will also be available for purchase at select U.S. Apple Specalists, people familiar with the matter have told AppleInsider.
Apple Specialist locations will also sell iPad this Saturday
Apple Specialist locations will also sell iPad this Saturday
As noted by 9 to 5 Mac, Apple has just posted a new page highlighting websites that it considers iPad-ready due to their embracing of non-Flash web standards that make them compatible with the forthcoming device.
Apple Highlights 'iPad-Ready' Web Content
Apple Highlights 'iPad-Ready' Web Content
A new patent application from Apple revealed this week shows a wireless display users would wear on their head in the form of glasses or goggles.
Apple exploring head-mounted display in form of glasses
Apple exploring head-mounted display in form of glasses