Apple iPad Stress Tests: What Does It Take to Destroy an iPad?

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Video: Apple iPad Stress Tests How sturdy is Apple's latest gadget, the iPad? Senior Editor Tim Moynihan applied our grueling set of classic stress tests to the device so you don't have to. Watch our video to see just how much an iPad can take. - PCWorld Video More Apple iPad Reviews & Opinion Apple iPad Delivers on Entertainment, but Lacks Productivity Punch This tablet revolution gets off to a strong start--but Apple's iPad won't cut it as the only computing device in your arsenal. iPad Struggles at Printing and Sharing Files While the Apple tablet's interface is slick and sexy, its ability to do real work is limited. A Visual Tour of the Apple iPad It?s finally here! Get an up-close look at the Apple iPad?s design and features. 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