[OSX-Users] Re: iPad3 - beware!

[Tim Chown]

Well, you're right having weighed it. I will say it feels like a lot more than 50g more.

Tim

On 22 Mar 2012, at 11:13, Jules wrote:

> The iPad 2 Wifi weighs 601g.
> The iPad 3 Wifi weighs 652g.
> 
> So we're actually talking 51g, which is 1.8 ounces.
> 
> On 22/03/2012 11:09, Tim Chown wrote:
>> Hi,
>> 
>> If you're considering an iPad3, I highly recommend you get hold of one and feel its weight.  It's significantly heavier than the iPad2 and you'll notice that if you're trying to hold it one-handed rather than using it on a desk.
>> 
>> The screen display is of course excellent, but for me the extra weight is a big let down.  Very disappointing.
>> 
>> I wonder if Steve Jobs had any say in its design.
>> 
>> Tim
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> Jules
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