Ipad 2...should I buy?

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I'm almost finished with prereqs to get into nursing school. I have a laptop but am drawn to the idea of owning an ipad 2 that i can carry around with ease.

Should I buy an ipad 2? Is there any experiences out there that can help me make this decision?

-C

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If you have the funds and you KNOW you will use it, why not?!? I would love to have one (but I have spent the majority of my funds on my nearly four-year-old son's obsession with trains). From what I understand, there are at least 20 great apps for the iPad: http://onlinenursepractitionerschools.com/20-incredible-ipad-apps-that-will-revolutionize-nursing/. And, I am sure there are many, many more out there not mentioned. Good luck with your decision! (If anything, I'm betting Angry Birds looks awesome on the bigger screen!) ;)

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I love mine! I use it so much more than my lap top. I'm actually on it right now. There are so many uses for it. I don't leave the house without it!

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OMG I've heard great things, not only about the Ipad, but for the Iphone as well... nursing apps can make things so much easier; at the touch of your finger-tips in less than a minute. If only I had the funds to afford one.... :(

But if you can, get one!!!! :yeah:

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Thanks guys!

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Ohhh, I'm jealous. I love anything Apple, especially my iPhone. I recently bought a new iMac. I considered getting an iPad instead but figured a laptop was more practical for doing school work on.

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Specializes in CNA/LPN.

I've pondered about the iPad myself, but am just not quite sure yet! I do love my laptop, and the iPad would definitely be a lot more mobile and easier to fit in my backpack, but not sure I'll have the funds for an iPad. I think I'm going to wait it out to see just how useful it could be in NS, as opposed to my laptop. :D

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Specializes in Telemetry, Med-Surg.

I looooooooooooooove my ipad. I just finished taking the NCLEX and used it to study EVERYWHERE! There are some really good apps for studying both for your classes and for the NCLEX. I think it is a great investment and well worth the purchase for school.

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I absolutely positively looove my Ipad 2. I have a laptop and also a netbook. I use them all. I love the ipad because it is easy to carry around. The ipad doesn't have Flash player to view certain things. Outside of that it is very fast!!! The way I was able to decide was going on youtube they have people on there who can tell you the difference between ipad1 and 2. Good luck in your research.

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Love my iPad 2.. I don't go to school anymore but I know I'd use this thing more than laptop. It's sooo portable and no need to carry your notebooks anymore since you can have it all on your iPad.God luck

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YES!!! I have one and love it.......It's amazing to say the least :) If your going to get a pad/tablet definately opt for the Apple...

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I like my iPad 2 and I can see some uses in school. I actually plan to get an iPhone when I go to nursing school though. I think between that and my laptop, I'd be set.

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