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Why doesnt the iPad have a built in Kickstand?

If you have held an iPad in your hands, get used to it. This oversized iPod like device has no built in way of propping up or viewing without leaning against the wall or you laptop bag or some other clumsy way.


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Some people actually had this type of issue with the smaller iPod, a clamshell phone and even most new phones with keyboards can be set in a way where one could just watch a short youtube video or listen to mp3's without having to hold the device or prop it against something. Apples "sleek" designs dont allow for this very useful functionality.

Of course a netbook also serves this purpose just fine also.

Fortunately one can and SHOULD get a small iPad accessory such as the scorsche kickback, a generick iPad kickstand or my choice an iPad case with a built in kickstand.

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Perhaps, im a bit harsh, but compared to my netbook, the iPad is just an expensive toy, I bought and flipped my two iPads onto eBay for a tidy profit, that will be saved for Googles upcoming foray into the netbook world.

For closed source video, pdf reading, youtube and photo viewing and really taking advantage of the games and apps available for the accelerometer and larger screen - the iPad can be very cool. But oddly, most of these uses are best served handsfree with the iPad propped up - so, I really think its a bit of a rip-off to not have some sort of built in kickstand functionality, one that was inset to the case would have been great!

Also if you plan on really typing very much on your portable iPad device then you will certainly want an extra iPad keyboard and the ability to prop up the iPad during use. there are actually a pretty good amount of cool add-ons (arguably things that should have been in the stock design) available via the ipad dock functionality

Arkon Portable Fold-Up Stand for Apple iPad, Galaxy Tab, BlackBerry Play Book
Arkon Portable Fold-Up Stand for Apple iPad, Galaxy Tab, BlackBerry Play Book
Amazon Price: Too low to display
List Price: $17.95
Belkin Flip Blade Stand for Tablet & Smartphone
Belkin Flip Blade Stand for Tablet & Smartphone
Amazon Price: $16.98
List Price: $29.99
elago P2 Stand (Silver) for iPad and Tablet PC
elago P2 Stand (Silver) for iPad and Tablet PC
Amazon Price: $29.99
List Price: $49.99

Some other great addons to the iPad

iPad keyboard  - My top choice for iPad keyboards and an explanation of how the keyboard can be integrated with the ipad

iPad Keyboards - the iPad keyboards can be used via the dock or also through wifi, bluetooth or IR , check out some of the top options for iPad keyboards

Buy iPad accessories - An early peek and review of the best iPad accessories available on the market

Buy iPad Dock - Apple in its normal restrictive fashion has created an iPad dock system rather than allow for the industry standard of a USB port - this is a pretty mean move, so its necessary for your status toy, to buy ipad docks

Buy iPad Cases - The ipad is pretty, that much must be accepted. But its also quick to smear and fingerprint, doesnt have any way to prop up and is pretty damn expensive for a gadget - an ipad case is a must

Since Im more of the portable functionality type, let me suggest that you sell your iPad and check out these netbook options instead, keep the difference to buy some self confidence.

How to make your netbook more like a laptop - with some simple add-ons one can have all the function of a full desktop or high end laptop with their netbook. Plus I think I found the coolest netbook bag ever. Take a look, this is more of a personal story of me and my loved one (my netbook)

Dual Screen Netbooks - Whats cooler than a netbook? Obviously a netbook that has two screens, yes, they are available now!

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What do you think the iPad is missing

wavegirl22 2 years ago

you know at first I didnt think I was going to be an Ipad user but the more I read and see, and now with these great accessories available (i love the red one) the more and more I am thinking that the ipad just might be on the top of my wish list! For sure I need the kickstand for my iphone!

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