The iPad 2 is exactly what I expected it to be. It's a refresh with some much needed hardware upgrades like more RAM and a pair of cameras, but not leaps and bounds beyond the original.

Great battery life; super thin design; very bright and clear display; dual-core processor for graphically intensive games and apps; color choice; name your price with a selection of different models

Some are experiencing

Apple calls it the "amazing" tablet that's hard to put down. The iPad 2 has finally come to Canada with new features and a new design. I was lucky enough to get my hands on the new tablet a few days before launch courtesy of Apple.

Beautiful design; Same easy to use interface; Faster Processor; Faster Graphics; Two cameras; 10 hour battery life

Camera quality is poor

The iPad 2 feels so noticeably thinner and lighter, you might easily mistake it for being disposable. Like a paper plate or a plastic cover, it triggers the habit to want to just toss it away once you're done with it. How many gadgets have I watched slim down to nothing? And yet it never gets old.

We were sceptical when Apple launched the original iPad, but it's proved a roaring success. Where previous attempts at tablet computing have repeatedly stalled (anyone remember the MID?), Apple got it just right, completely reinvigorating the tablet market in the process.

So what's to like? As usual, even the most cynical Apple advocate would have to admit the iPad2 looks cool, and functions well , too. It comes preloaded with iTunes, App store, Maps etc, but again, no Flash. As if!

Our first impressions of the eagerly awaited iPad 2.

More economic than cellular apple tab. Even though its economic features are all similar in both these apple tabs. Only difference is in weight (this tab is heavier than apple cellular tab) and processor.

The release of the iPad has resulted in a slew of competitors coming to market, but the simple truth is that none of these models have the legacy experience, apps or clout required to truly take on Apple's latest offering – the iPad 2. Here's why.

Thinner and lighter; FaceTime cameras; improved processing performace

Not much

Our first Apple iPad review was posted in our blog. Sure, our blog was only just starting at the time and needed a boost. But that's only one side to the story. Tablets back then just couldn't match phones and weren't ready for primetime. Look at them now.

9.7" capacitive IPS touchscreen display with a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels; oleophobic coating, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n connectivity, Optional 3G connectivity (data only, Optional GPS with A-GPS support, Apple A5 SoC - 1 GHz dual-core ARM Cortex A9 processor, PowerVR SGX543MP2 graphics, 512MB RAM,

iTunes required for uploading content; No Flash support in the web browser; Poor still cameras – though; really; this thing isn't meant for taking candids; No standard USB port; No kickstand – it cannot stand on a table without the help of a dock stand or a Smart cover; Non replaceable battery; No

Apple's new iPad 2 is currently so popular that it's difficult to buy. Along with its impressive hardware however, there are a few weak spots and a couple rough edges in its current software release.

Strong; clean; attractive design now thinner and lighter; Natural touch interface is simple and elegant to use; More than 65,000 iPad apps and games now available; Makes a great mobile tool that works with your computer; Fast 802.11n wireless networking; 3G data options; exceptional battery life,...