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+==Meet the iPad 2==
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-{{Infobox information appliance
-| name          = iPad 2
-| logo          = [[File:iPad 2.svg|100px]]
-| image         = [[File:iPad2.png|230px]]
-| caption       = White iPad 2
-| developer     = [[Apple Inc.]]
-| manufacturer  =
-| carrier       = [[Verizon Wireless]] or [[AT&T]]
-| family        = [[iPad]]
-| type          = [[Tablet computer|Tablet]], [[portable media player|media player]]
-| generation    = 2nd
-| releasedate   =
-'''2011-03-11:''' United States
-'''2011-03-25:''' Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Ireland, Hungary, Japan, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and UK
-| lifespan      =
-| price         =
-'''Wi-Fi:''' 16GB $499; 32GB $599; 64GB $699
-'''Wi-Fi+3G:''' 16GB $629; 32GB $729; 64GB $829
-| discontinued  =
-| unitssold     =
-| unitsshipped  =
-| media         =
-| os            = [[iOS (Apple)|iOS]] 4.3
-| power         = Internal rechargeable non-removable {{convert|25|W.h|abbr=on}} [[lithium-ion polymer battery|lithium-polymer battery]]
-| cpu           = 1 GHz dual-core [[Apple A5]]
-| storage       = [[Flash memory]]<br />16&nbsp;GB, 32&nbsp;GB, or 64&nbsp;GB<ref name="AppleIPadSpecs">{{cite web|url=http://www.apple.com/ipad/specs/ |title=iPad&nbsp;– Technical specifications and accessories for iPad|publisher=[[Apple Inc.|Apple]]|date=January 27, 2010|accessdate=January 27, 2010}}</ref>
-| memory        = Unknown {{Future citation needed|date=March 2011}}<!--A legitimate conformation of memory will need to be established before anything can be posted. It will continue to be deleted if sources are unclear or are unreliable.-->
-| display       =  9.7 inch [[4:3]] aspect ratio
-'''Resolution:''' 1024x768 ([[XGA]]) (1080p – video out via Apple Digital AV Adapter; support simultaneous charging)<ref>http://arstechnica.com/apple/news/2011/03/ipad-2-faster-thinner-lighter-same-battery-display-resolution.ars</ref> <!--This link suggests that it will upscale from 720p, however, has not been confirmed via reliable sources, yet. Until anyone knows "for sure," any post about upscaling will be deleted.-->
-| graphics      = Unknown {{Future citation needed|date=March 2011}}
-| sound         = Frequency response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz<br />Audio Formats: HE-AAC (V1 and V2), AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3 & 4, AEA, AAX, and AAX+), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV; support 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround pass-through<ref name="AppleIPad2Audio">{{cite web|url=http://www.apple.com/ipad/specs/ |title=iPad2AudioPlayback;– Audio format specifications for iPad2|publisher=[[Apple Inc.|Apple]]|date=March 3, 2011|accessdate=March 3, 2011}}</ref>
-| input         = [[Multi-touch]] [[touch screen]], [[#Audio|headset controls]], [[Proximity sensor|proximity]] and [[low-key lighting|ambient light]] sensors, 3-axis [[gyroscope]], [[microphone]], [[magnetometer]], [[accelerometer]], [[Assisted GPS]] + [[Cellular network|Cellular]] (3G Model only), [[Micro-SIM]] Card tray (3G-[[GSM]] Model only)
-| location      = Wi-Fi, Digital compass, (plus assisted GPS and cellular in Wi-Fi models)
-| controllers   =
-| output        =
-| camera        =
-| camera = '''Front:''' Video recording, [[VGA]] up to 30 fps with audio, VGA-quality still camera, 0.3 megapixels{{Citation needed|date=March 2011}}<br />'''Back:''' Video recording, [[HD]] (720p) up to 30 fps with audio, HD still camera with 5x digital zoom, 0.7 megapixels.{{Citation needed|date=March 2011}}
-| touchpad      =
-| connectivity  = [[Wi-Fi]] ([[IEEE 802.11|802.11]] [[IEEE 802.11a-1999|a]]/[[IEEE 802.11b-1999|b]]/[[IEEE 802.11g-2003|g]]/[[IEEE 802.11n-2009|n]]) <br /> [[Bluetooth#Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR|Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR]]<br />'''Wi-Fi + 3G model also includes:''' {{nowrap begin}}[[Universal Mobile Telecommunications System|UMTS]]{{\w}}[[High-Speed Downlink Packet Access|HSDPA]]{{wrap}}[[UMTS frequency bands|(Tri band–850, 1900, 2100 MHz)]]<br />[[GSM]]{{\w}}[[Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution|EDGE]]{{wrap}}[[GSM frequency bands|(Quad band–850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)]]{{nowrap end}}
-| service       = [[iTunes Store]], [[App Store]], [[MobileMe]], [[iBookstore]], [[Safari (web browser)|Safari]], [[Game Center]], [[Photo Booth]]*
-| dimensions    = {{convert|9.50|in|mm|abbr=on}}&nbsp;''(h)''<br />{{convert|7.31|in|mm|abbr=on}}&nbsp;''(w)''<br />{{convert|0.34|in|mm|abbr=on}}&nbsp;''(d)''
-| weight        = '''Wi-Fi model:''' {{convert|1.33|lb|g|abbr=on}}<br />'''Wi-Fi + 3G model:''' {{convert|1.35|lb|g|abbr=on}}
-| topgame       =
-| compatibility =
-| predecessor   = [[iPad|Original iPad]]
-| successor     =
-| related       = [[iPad]], [[iPhone]], [[iPod touch]] ([[List of iOS devices|Comparison]])
-| website       = [http://www.apple.com/ipad/ www.apple.com/ipad]
-}}
-The '''iPad 2''' is the second iteration of the [[iPad]], a [[tablet computer]] designed, developed and marketed by [[Apple Inc.]] The tablet was introduced March 2, 2011 and will be released in the [[United States]] on March 11, 2011.<ref> {{cite web | url = http://www.noypi.ph/index.php/technology/3211-ipad2-better-than-competitors.html | title = The iPad 2 | accessdate = 20011-03-04 | publisher = Noypi.ph | author = Chiara Marie Trinidad}}</ref> It serves primarily as a platform for audio-visual media including books, periodicals, movies, music, games, and web content. Its size and weight fall between those of contemporary [[smartphone]]s and [[laptop]] computers. The iPad 2 has a new [[dual core]] [[Apple A5|Apple A5 processor]]. The iPad 2 includes front and rear-facing cameras designed for [[FaceTime]] video messaging. The new iPad is compatible with a magnetic dual purpose screen protector/iPad stand.
-==Design==
-[[File:IPad 1 vs iPad 2.jpg|thumb|left|The original iPad (left) and the iPad 2 (right)]]
-[[File:IPad 2 Launch Photos.jpg|thumb|left|The back of the iPad 2]]
-The revised tablet introduced a new design that included a front and rear-facing cameras designed for [[FaceTime]] video messaging—it can now message with [[iPhone 4]], [[iPod Touch]] 4, and [[Mac OS X Snow Leopard]] devices.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://money.cnn.com/2011/03/02/technology/ipad_2_announcement/|title=IPad 2: Thinner, faster, and with a Steve Jobs surprise|author=Goldman, David|publisher=CNNMoney|date=March 2, 2011| accessdate=2011-03-02}}</ref> The iPad 2 added a [[dual core]] [[Apple A5|Apple A5 processor]] with doubled processing speed and graphics processing that is nine times faster. iPad 2 offers [[CDMA]] support for [[Verizon Wireless]] in the United States.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://content.usatoday.com/communities/technologylive/post/2011/03/live-coverage-apple-expected-to-unveil-new-ipad/1|title=Apple launching iPad 2 on March 11|author=Baig, Ed|publisher=USA Today|date=March 2, 2011| accessdate=2011-03-02}}</ref> The device is 33% thinner and 15% lighter than the [[iPad 1|original iPad]]. Apple also unveiled the [[Smart Cover]], a screen protector that accessory that attaches [[magnet]]ically to the face of the device. Removing the cover wakes the device and has a microfiber bottom that cleans the iPad. The cover converts to an iPad stand when folded. The new Apple Digital AV Adapter mirrors video output onto many compatible devices in [[1080p]] and works with all apps.<ref name="Macworld">{{cite web | url=http://www.macworld.com/article/158263/2011/03/ipadcovers.html | title=Smart Cover, Digital AV adapter accompany iPad 2 launch | accessdate=2011-03-02 | author=Dove, Jackie | date=2011-03-02 | publisher=Macworld.com}}</ref>
-== History ==
-Apple Inc. [[CEO]] [[Steve Jobs]] revealed the device at the [[Yerba Buena Center for the Arts]] on March 2, 2011, despite his medical leave at the time.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/18/technology/18apple.html?_r=1|title=Apple Says Steve Jobs Will Take a New Medical Leave|author=Miguel Helft|publisher=The New York Times|date=January 17, 2011|accessdate=January 17, 2011}}</ref> Alongside the iPad 2, Jobs also announced that the [[iOS (Apple)|iOS]] 4.3 operating system would also be available March 11, 2011.<ref name="PCWorldiOS43">{{cite web | url=http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/221324/ios_43_garageband_and_imovie_what_you_need_to_know.html | title=IOS 4.3, GarageBand, and IMovie: What You Need to Know | accessdate=2011-03-04 | publisher=PCWorld}}</ref> The iPad 2 appears on the Apple online store, but will not be available for purchase until March 11.<ref>http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/shop_ipad/family/ipad/start?mco=MTcyMTgwNjM</ref> The iPad 2 will be released internationally in 25 other countries on March 25, 2011. The countries will include [[Australia]], [[Austria]], [[Belgium]], [[Canada]], [[Czech Republic]], [[Denmark]], [[Finland]], [[France]], [[Germany]], [[Greece]], [[Iceland]], [[Italy]], [[Hungary]], [[Japan]], [[Luxembourg]], [[Mexico]], [[Netherlands]], [[New Zealand]], [[Norway]], [[Poland]], [[Portugal]], [[Spain]], [[Sweden]], [[Switzerland]], and the [[United Kingdom]]. iPad owners who bought an iPad within the two week time frame before the announcement will receive a $100 reimbursement from Apple.<ref>http://www.sddt.com/News/article.cfm?SourceCode=20110303faj Apple to reimburse recent iPad buyers after new model debut</ref>
-==See also==
-{{Portal|Apple Inc.}}
-{{Wikipedia-Books|Apple Inc.}}
-* [[Tablet computer]]&nbsp;– general tablet computers.
-* [[Comparison of e-book readers]]
-* [[Comparison of portable media players]]
-* [[Comparison of tablet PCs]]
-* [[Comparison of ARM tablets]]
-* [[List of iOS devices]]
-==References==
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-==External links==
-{{Commons category|iPad 2}}
-{{Wikinewspar|Apple Inc. unveils iPad 2 tablet}}
-*[http://www.apple.com/ipad/ iPad official site]
-*[http://events.apple.com.edgesuite.net/1103pijanbdvaaj/event/index.html iPad 2 launch event]
-*[http://www.apple.com/ipad/specs/ iPad 2 tech specs]
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