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Osem · 09-09-2017, 21:38

Osem Jnr # 2 needs an iPad to link to the communications related activities etc. he's engaged in at college. He has special needs and needs to be able to access some of the specialist apps they use which are only available via Apple.

We're always been an Apple free household so have no idea how different setting up and operating these things is as compared to the many Android devices we have which are set up and accessed via gmail accounts so would welcome some basic advice.

Also there's a lot of different options available and we're wondering what spec would be the best to opt for. There are various options for storage for example but is it possible to add SD cards for example so how much does internal storage matter. Then there's wi-fi and or 3g. I have an Android tablet which has wi-fi and uses a normal PAYG phone SIM card for mobile data which suits me fine for occasional use. Would that option be available on an iPad or would we need a dedicated data SIM? Is it possible to get an iPad with both data and wifi?

I appreciate there are a number of ifs and buts in the above but I would really value some input from any iPad users here so we can get him the right device with the right options for him. The tablet is one thing but that might also include accessories or specific optional extras which could be very useful and can't be added after purchase. We don't want to make a costly mistake but money isn't the biggest issue if we get the right device for him.

One thing is that it'll likely get dropped from time to time and it'd want to be at least 8 inches in display size, possibly more. If anyone knows of some really tough durable cases and screen protectors they'd be on the shopping list too as might be accidental damage cover.

Are these good value:

https://www.johnlewis.com/browse/ele...N-5nlvZ1z13zz4

I like the 3 year guarantee.

TIA as always.

09-09-2017, 21:38	#1
Osem Inactive Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Right here! Posts: 22,316	Which iPad? Osem Jnr # 2 needs an iPad to link to the communications related activities etc. he's engaged in at college. He has special needs and needs to be able to access some of the specialist apps they use which are only available via Apple. We're always been an Apple free household so have no idea how different setting up and operating these things is as compared to the many Android devices we have which are set up and accessed via gmail accounts so would welcome some basic advice. Also there's a lot of different options available and we're wondering what spec would be the best to opt for. There are various options for storage for example but is it possible to add SD cards for example so how much does internal storage matter. Then there's wi-fi and or 3g. I have an Android tablet which has wi-fi and uses a normal PAYG phone SIM card for mobile data which suits me fine for occasional use. Would that option be available on an iPad or would we need a dedicated data SIM? Is it possible to get an iPad with both data and wifi? I appreciate there are a number of ifs and buts in the above but I would really value some input from any iPad users here so we can get him the right device with the right options for him. The tablet is one thing but that might also include accessories or specific optional extras which could be very useful and can't be added after purchase. We don't want to make a costly mistake but money isn't the biggest issue if we get the right device for him. One thing is that it'll likely get dropped from time to time and it'd want to be at least 8 inches in display size, possibly more. If anyone knows of some really tough durable cases and screen protectors they'd be on the shopping list too as might be accidental damage cover. Are these good value: https://www.johnlewis.com/browse/ele...N-5nlvZ1z13zz4 I like the 3 year guarantee. TIA as always. Last edited by Osem; 09-09-2017 at 21:48.