Exactly 13 years ago, the Apple brought to market a new device that was much more than a simple tablet. O iPad it was a powerful, elegant and easy-to-use device that completely changed the way we consume digital content. With him, it became possible to browse the internet, watch videos, play games, read books, draw and even work in a more comfortable and intuitive way than on a computer.
How was the launch of the first iPad?
The launch of the first iPad it was a highly anticipated event for the technology industry and consumers around the world. Apple had a big event in San Francisco, and Steve Jobs, then CEO of Apple, was responsible for introducing the iPad to the public for the first time. He took to the stage to talk about the new device’s capabilities, emphasizing that the iPad combined the portability and ease of use of a smartphone with the power of a personal computer.
During the presentation, Jobs demonstrated the capabilities of the iPad, showing how easy it was to surf the web, read e-mail, watch videos, listen to music and even play games. He also highlighted the device’s long battery life, which allowed up to 10 hours of continuous use.
The launch of the iPad was a huge success, with many consumers eager to buy the new device. In the first 80 days after launch, Apple sold over 3 million units of the iPad worldwide. The arrival of the iPad was an important milestone in the history of technology, which established a new category of electronic devices that gains new models even today.
What were the specifications of the first iPad?
In short, these are the main features of the first iPad, released in 2010:
- Bodies: 9.7-inch multi-touch screen with a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels at 132 pixels per inch (ppi).
- Processor: 1 GHz Apple A4 processor.
- Storage: 16 GB, 32 GB or 64 GB of internal storage.
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n) or Wi-Fi and 3G (HSDPA, 7.2 Mbps; HSUPA, 5.76 Mbps) depending on model.
- Camera: no camera.
- Battery: 25 Wh lithium polymer battery that offers up to 10 hours of continuous use.
- Operational system: iOS 3.2 (which was later updated to iOS 4).
The first iPad also included an acceleration sensor, ambient light sensor and a built-in speaker. The device had dimensions of 242.8 x 189.7 x 13.4 mm and weighed about 680 grams (for Wi-Fi and 3G model).
6 fun facts about Apple’s first iPad
Check out some curiosities about the first iPad, launched by Apple on April 3, 2010:
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The original iPad was unveiled by Steve Jobs at a special event in San Francisco, with a presentation by 1h30 and which was attended by over a thousand journalists and guests.
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The name “iPad” was the subject of many jokes and speculation prior to release. Some people believed that the name was a pun on the word “iPod”while others thought it sounded like something related to the menstrual cycle.
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The original iPad was released in two versions: one with Wi-Fi and another with Wi-Fi e 3G. The Wi-Fi version cost US$499 in the United States, while the version with Wi-Fi and 3G cost US$629.
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Prior to the release of the iPad, Apple had released other touchscreen devices such as the iPhone and iPod Touch. However, the iPad was Apple’s first device to feature a 9.7 inch screen.
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Some critics at the time felt that the iPad would not succeed because had no camera, USB or Flash support. However, the device’s success proved that people were more interested in ease of use and user experience than specific technical features.
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During the iPad presentation, Steve Jobs showed a promotional video that showed the device being used to read an electronic book. This video ended up being used in a Apple’s lawsuit against Samsungclaiming that the Korean company had copied the iPad design for its Galaxy tablet.
The launch of the first iPad in 2010 had a significant impact on the technology industry and changed the way people interact with technology. The iPad established a new category of electronic device that combined the portability and ease of use of a smartphone with the power of a personal computer. Furthermore, the success of the iPad has inspired other manufacturers to create their own tablets, and the tablet category has become an important part of the technology market.
Happy Birthday iPad!