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iPad vs iPad 2
- iPad 2 New Features, Differences between iPad and iPad 2

Apple recently announced the much awaited iPad 2 launch at an event in San Francisco. So what's the iPad 2 new features? Here we will compare the original iPad vs iPad 2 with the introduction of iPad 2 specs. In a nut shell, the iPad 2 is thinner, lighter, faster, and has two cameras for video conferencing.

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What's the differences between iPad and iPad 2?

iPad vs iPad 2: A5 dual-core processor
The new iPad uses a new A5 dual-core processor, which Apple CEO Steve Jobs says is twice as fast as the previous iPad. He also said it will help boost graphics performance making it nine times faster.
iPad vs iPad 2: Weight and Color
The newer iPad is also about 33 percent thinner and lighter than the original iPad: 1.3 pounds instead of 1.5. And it now comes in white as well as black.
iPad vs iPad 2: Prices
iPad 2 is has gone done in price. You can save about $100 if you buy the older version of the iPad.
iPad vs iPad 2: Cameras
Additionally, the iPad 2 now offers two cameras, which means it can be used for video conferencing via Apple's FaceTime app or a third-party video conferencing app, such as Skype. The rear camera is 720p. And the front camera is "VGA-quality" suitable for video and still photography.
iPad vs iPad 2: iMovie
With iMovie you'll be able to take your home videos or work-related videos on the road and do some quick editing without needing a mouse or a keyboard. And when you're done arranging your scenes and adding your movies you'll be able to share them via YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo, and others. (Related: How to Use iMovie on iPad 2.)
iPad vs iPad 2: GarageBand
Bringing music editing to the iPad, GarageBand has a few tricks up its sleeve. 8-track recording and mixing, along with the ability to email your new AAC files stand out, while the way the iPad knows how hard you are pressing keys etc. is also impressive.
iPad vs iPad 2: Photo Booth
Perhaps the least exciting of the three new apps, Photo Booth is obviously included with the new iPad 2 to show off the device’s new cameras.

In a word, iPad 2 is better than the original iPad, isn't it? Looking forward to iPad 3 new specs, and maybe iPad 4, 5...?

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