I am looking into an iPad for the following:

Email, Music, work applications, websurfing, etc. I have a Blackberry now that provides mobile hotspot 3G coverage rather well for my needs. I will eventually be upgrading to the iPhone 5 in the future.

I'm debating b/t the iPad 2 and 3 and here are my thoughts:

• I don't think I need more than 16GB as I don't have a lot to be stored and I was planning to use the cloud for my music. I assume I can do that? Am I missing something that would require more space?
• I don't download a lot of videos; frankly, hardly any at all.
• I don't think I'll buy the data plan since I have the access through my BB now. I realize it may not be quite as fast and may drain the battery a bit more, but I don't really want to incur the cost of another data plan.
• No data plan means no true GPS function. Not sure I care as I have a GPS in my car and on my BB now.

Given the above, I just can't decide if the iPad 3 is worth the extra cost. As I see it, having a better display is nice and so is having Siry. The camera doesn't concern me. So, is it worth the extra money to have the "3?" Future resale would also be better with the "3," too.

What are your thoughts?
Shumax

I'm happy with my iPad 2. I would only plan on upgrading if I needed a better camera or if I needed the data service, since my iPad is wifi only. I don't count on resale value because I keep my stuff until it is junk or just cannot serve my needs anymore.

Hi and welcome to the Forum!

You do not need a sim to access GPS on a 3G iPad.

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Originally Posted by leelai

You do not need a sim to access GPS on a 3G iPad.

Please explain...

Originally Posted by Shumax

Please explain...

Whilst GPS is only on a 4G/3G iPad it has nothing to do with the sim, the GPS circuitry is built into the mobile circuitry so that the GPS will function independently of the sim card.

The Archangel

Welcome to the forum and good luck on your decision!

Keep us posted on how ya decide ...

Originally Posted by Gabriel1

Whilst GPS is only on a 4G/3G iPad it has nothing to do with the sim, the GPS circuitry is built into the mobile circuitry so that the GPS will function independently of the sim card.

The Archangel

So, will it work with a WIFI, only, model?

ipad 3 is great. i had same issue at the store deciding which is better. took me 45 mins lol to figure out ill just get ipad 3. good luck

Originally Posted by Shumax

So, will it work with a WIFI, only, model?

No, I'm afraid it won't although you can have some success depending on how many towers are in the area you are.
The GPS chip is only in 3G/4G models but you don't need a sim to access it. I use it all the time without a sim or Internet connection at all, just great if you like exploring new areas.

Originally Posted by Shumax

I am looking into an iPad for the following:

Email, Music, work applications, websurfing, etc. I have a Blackberry now that provides mobile hotspot 3G coverage rather well for my needs. I will eventually be upgrading to the iPhone 5 in the future.

I'm debating b/t the iPad 2 and 3 and here are my thoughts:

• I don't think I need more than 16GB as I don't have a lot to be stored and I was planning to use the cloud for my music. I assume I can do that? Am I missing something that would require more space?
• I don't download a lot of videos; frankly, hardly any at all.
• I don't think I'll buy the data plan since I have the access through my BB now. I realize it may not be quite as fast and may drain the battery a bit more, but I don't really want to incur the cost of another data plan.
• No data plan means no true GPS function. Not sure I care as I have a GPS in my car and on my BB now.

Given the above, I just can't decide if the iPad 3 is worth the extra cost. As I see it, having a better display is nice and so is having Siry. The camera doesn't concern me. So, is it worth the extra money to have the "3?" Future resale would also be better with the "3," too.

What are your thoughts?
Shumax

The new iPad does not have Siri. You were most likely referring to the voice dictation feature.