So, who else grabbed an iPad this weekend?

[CTScott]

Originally Posted by tomato

hmmm... looks like I have my work cut-out trying to tether an iPad to a non-rooted Android phone :/

but thanks anyway :)

Everything I've seen, as far as tethering for Android, required rooting. Did you pick up an iPad?

[tomato]

Originally Posted by CTScott

Everything I've seen, as far as tethering for Android, required rooting. Did you pick up an iPad?

I'm afraid so.

I needed something ultra portable, for long plane trips and to take to Europe, for quick internet access, email, and to store and show photos (my Android phone won't work in Europe and the iPod touch is a bit small for photos) . Last time I took my laptop to Europe was a real pain, first of all it's heavy, especially with the accessories, spare batteries, etc. plus going through security with it is a pain, having it open or on your lap is a pain...

I got the cheapest one, 16 GB / Wi-Fi only. I think it'll serve my purposes just right, for now (I know there is talk about an Android tablet coming out soon in November on VZW but I couldn't wait that long, plus no one really knows if it will indeed come out at that time, if it'll have a contract attached to it, or whatever).

After I got over the initial "oh, it doesn't do this, or that?" (comparing it to an Android powered device) I got to really liking it. Intuitive operation, instant boot time (no clicking or spinning of anything, device doesn't heat up), battery lasts for ever. Doesn't crash. Ideal to surf the net from anywhere in hour house including in bed, on the couch. ;)

Initial impressions