Apple Set to Unveil Next iPad

If there is at least one lock for today, it is that a new iPad is on its way. Beyond what happens at today’s Apple event in San Francisco is anyone’s guess.

Here is what to watch for:

  • An incremental iPad update: Expect stronger internals and perhaps some design tweaks. But this won’t be a major overhaul, unlike last year’s iPhone 4.
  • Ramped up MobileMe: Apple’s cloud-based syncing service has had moderate success, but power users can still get far more for free using Google’s sync tools. There is buzz that music, an improved interface and larger storage could be in the works. A dark horse: Apple may reduce the price or make the service free altogether. [Read more...]

Miss Tabs? Get Atomic Web Browser

Those who miss the tabbed browsing experience on a computer should give a serious look to the Atomic Web Browser for the iPad.

The iPad browser opens new links in tabs, just as you would on a desktop version. One of its strongest features is that maneuvering through the pages and tabs can be accomplished through a series of finger swipes.  For example, a two-finger swipe switches tabs. A three-finger tap enters and exits full-screen mode. Swiping up with two fingers sends you back to the home page and swiping down deletes the current tab. These can all be customized or attached to different commands to tailor the browser to your needs.

These are especially handy when browsing in full-screen mode. This option removes the address bar entirely and leaves only small icons in the corners for navigating, viewing all open tabs or returning to the traditional view. [Read more...]