The Apple iPad 2 is neither a revolution nor a revelation. Rather, it's an evolutionary bump over its predecessor, which is enough for iPad 2 to be...

Slimmer design with curved edges is easier to hold; Comparatively light at 1.3 pounds; Slimmer design with curved edges is easier to hold,

Tediously slow to charge; Relies on PC link to iTunes for updates; backups; Tediously slow to charge; Relies on PC link to iTunes for updates,

Other than improved JavaScript performance, surfing the web on the iPad 2 feels pretty much identical to the original tablet. And that's not a bad thing. Scrolling and zooming is still silky smooth.

If you're reading this, you're probably not one of the diehard Apple cultists who queued overnight to score the iPad 2 on launch day. Even more than its market-defining predecessor, the next-gen tablet from Cupertino was the subject of media hype, fan hysteria and in Asia, price hikes on the grey...

Incredibly sleek look and feel; video calling; tons of apps optimised for iPad; particularly magazines and new media

Lack of Flash video is galling for a media-centric device; bloated iTunes software; difficult to transfer media without iTunes

UPDATE 27/10/2011: upgrading to Apple's latest mobile operating system, iOS 5, brings significant changes to the iPad 2 that directly affect the user experience.

Design / Finish / Handling / iCloud; High-quality screen: responsive and highly contrasted; Battery life / Fast web browsing / Notification Centre; General responsiveness / User-friendly interface; Great choice of apps in the App Store / Wireless sync to iTunes

Poor-quality camera; No built-in SD card reader (optional adapter only) / No USB port / Single proprietary connection; No Flash compatibility for web browsing; Can't play DivX files without a special app or file conversion; iCloud can be intrusive in its interaction with other iDevices

, you'd have to be deluded not to admit that Apple's equally lauded and derided tablet has changed a market more dramatically than we've seen in a long time. Apple may not be the only company making a good tablet any more, but it was certainly the first and it definitely takes credit for opening up...

Fast dual-core CPU; Lighter and Slimmer than previous iPad; iOS best tablet operating system available

Somewhat low screen resolution; 3G model is expensive; Doesn't serve any specific function

Apple's original iPad virtually created the market for business and consumer tablets, and the iPad 2 aims to expand the company's dominance in the arena. Smaller and lighter, the iPad 2 comes with a new dual-core processor, longer battery life and twin cameras.

Superb battery life; very easy to use; slim and lightweight

Apple-only applications; limited connectivity; sub-standard cameras; no removable storage

The device can playback movie for up to 10 hours. You can play diverse files such as MP4, MP3, WAV and AAC on the media player. Other highlights of Apple iPad 2 include iBooks PDF reader, Google Maps™, A GPS support and Safari browser.

3G; Wi-Fi; Huge display; 16 GB/ 32 GB/ 64 GB memory options; Faster; lighter

The iPad 2 is suppose to be the benchmark for tablets. But is it? We take a look at the device that is already on backorder in Australia.

Fast dual-core CPU; Lighter and Slimmer than previous iPad; iOS best tablet operating system available

Somewhat low screen resolution; 3G model is expensive; Doesn't serve any specific function

The only way to get your hands on the hottest new tablet in town on day one was to line up at an Apple outlet and try to get one before they inevitably sold out their first shipment.

If you already own the original iPad there's little reason to splurge on the latest. While the cameras bring new functionality, the results as far as the rear camera is concerned, are basic.

More horsepower under the hood; slightly lighter; looks and feels great; battery life is still brilliant

Rear-facing camera offers basic results