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Apple iPad Hits Stores in the US

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April 3, 2010
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Apple iPad Hits Stores in the US Apple's highly anticipated iPad tablet was launched in retail on Saturday.
Apple iPad: It Makes Salsa, Too! Apple's iPad browses the Web and plays movies -- but that's not all. Stephen Colbert and David Letterman demonstrate some of the device's lesser-known features.
Is Apple Developing Game Controls for the iPad and iPhone? A recently discovered Apple patent teases an accessory that could transform an iPad or iPhone into a Nintendo DS or Sony PSP killer.
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3 Businesses the iPad Can Transform The iPad is much more than a big iPod Touch for Fanboy consumers -- it's on the march in industry.
Will iPad Kill Netbooks? Analysis: Early reviewers consider whose lunch the iPad will devour.
Apple's Woz: iPad Great for Students, Grandparents The company's cofounder, joining the throngs of buyers this weekend, suggests new markets for the tablet.
Apple iPad: Just Say No? Thinking about buying an iPad? Anybody who says that you should or shouldnt - but knows nothing about you  is giving you faulty advice.
iPad's Challenge to the Microsoft Analysis: Times have changed and mobile devices rule; Microsoft has shown it can reboot when necessary.
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This Week in Geek: iPad-Free Edition! Take a break from iPad mania. Here are some of the other things making news, including the PAX East gaming convention, leaked AMD chip details, and more. It's This Week in Geek!
Apple iPad More Business-like Than We Thought With nearly 200 productivity apps available at launch, it appears that the iPad is shaping up to be an actual business device.
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Apple iPad: 7 Sweet Apps to Try First An avalanche of apps is available for the iPad, but these select few look especially promising for work, reading, productivity, and even making art.
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