iPad

The term I chose relating to the modern informational society is the iPad. In a New York Times article "David Pogue's First look at the Apple iPad," Pogue defines the iPad as a giant iPod touch, an e-book reader that is better looking than a Kindle. He believes that because there are no keys, it will be more difficult to write on than a computer. He compares it to an iPhone and says that it is "a vessel" and "a sack of potential that may become many things." This was written in 2010, the same year that iPad came out. This article presented some skepticism in the usefulness of the device, due to the lack of a keyboard or mouse. Another article in the New York Times, also written in 2010, critiques its function. Although it can perform a multitude of capabilities, it is "not quite portable" and it is just another addition to Apple's collection of products. Articles on ProQuest describe the iPad as being "no more useful than a paperweight." Its strengths lie in reading things, can fit easily into a briefcase, and is useful as a second monitor. Its weakness are that there are no wireless mouse options and it acts as a desk weight because people still need their computer in addition. Today, the iPad is becoming more and more popular. The majority of the problems presented in 2010 have now been resolved in 2014. While it is touchscreen, you can buy keyboard and mouse and attach it to the iPad. The iPad no longer serves as simply a reading device.  You can also type documents, create iMovies, and much more. Many students choose to bring their iPad to class to take notes instead of their computer because of the size convenience. Unlike the iPod, the iPad is still a very popular device, and is continuing to thrive. There are different sizes that are available to help consumer choose how they would like to use the iPad. Some want a smaller one to fit in their purse, while other wants a larger one to view pictures, the news, and e-books on a larger screen. Many people use the iPad more often than their computer, simply because of its convenience.