The New iPad

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Re: The New iPad

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RobertJasiek wrote:
hyperpape wrote:there are in principle higher levels of security than what Robert wants.


As I have argued elsewhere, what I really want is absolute operating system and software security: for stated requirements, proven by mathematical theorems for a well-defined finite space of admitted algorithms...!


I'm not mathematically sure (after all, I'm not into this type of research), but you can check this computer. I think it is hacking proof, mostly.
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RBerenguel wrote:seems overly concerned with security


Nope:)

4 is a totally different beast.


It just requires encryption in both directions. (With the side effect that only few will communicate with you, but that would be your intention;) )

a different smartphone for going to China


Too weak. I never take electronics of any kind (oops, except my digital watch) with me when entering China. The real problem is, however, that today almost all PCs contain components also assembled in China:)
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RBerenguel wrote:you can check this computer. I think it is hacking proof, mostly.


The other standard joke: A PC needs a wall of 3m thick steel to separate it from its user. That is called "firewall".
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The New iPad

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So I gave in and bought a new iPad when I got a bonus from work. The clearer text is already making me very happy with my purchase. Now, what are some good go apps to populate it with? I have SmartGo EasyGo, SmartGo Books and similar already.
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Re: The New iPad

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Also got a bonus from work and when I was in the store, I almost bought it. I had a direct comparison with the Ipad 2 and the display is a huge improvement.

Only problem is: I don't need it. But then: WHO need's it? I guess nobody.

I think I will not even use it for playing Go. KGS not working, Tygem has a display problem (has to be only temporary though) and Kaya is still under development. Sure, there are IGS and WBaduk, but the options are kinda limited.

It would make for a good Go studying tool, for sure. Especially on the daily commute to work.

Even movies, I prefer to purchase the DVDs where I have multiple languages and subtitles.

If only I had a good reason to get it ...

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Re: The New iPad

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SpongeBob wrote:Only problem is: I don't need it. But then: WHO need's it? I guess nobody.


Yeah, it's definitely a luxury. But then, there's nothing wrong with that either really.

Edit: Hah, at the April's Fools. :D
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Re: The New iPad

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I got my iPad 2 for a job I did … I definitely didn’t need it, but now that I have it and use it, e.g., for watching TV while computing on the iMac and, especially, for solving Tsumego when I’m on the road, I never want to miss it again … so, some needs arise after they’re satisfied :D
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Re: The New iPad

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Boidhre wrote:So I gave in and bought a new iPad when I got a bonus from work. The clearer text is already making me very happy with my purchase. Now, what are some good go apps to populate it with? I have SmartGo EasyGo, SmartGo Books and similar already.


Screenshot with recommended go apps for iPad attached (something wrong with my connection, I hope it will upload)
Btw if you need to run KGS on iPad you should use AlwaysOnPC app.
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Re: The New iPad

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lobotommy wrote:
Boidhre wrote:So I gave in and bought a new iPad when I got a bonus from work. The clearer text is already making me very happy with my purchase. Now, what are some good go apps to populate it with? I have SmartGo EasyGo, SmartGo Books and similar already.


Screenshot with recommended go apps for iPad attached (something wrong with my connection, I hope it will upload)
Btw if you need to run KGS on iPad you should use AlwaysOnPC app.


Excellent, thanks! Um, there isn't much point in a joseki app for a ddk is there? Or am I totally wrong?
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Re: The New iPad

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Boidhre wrote:
lobotommy wrote:
Boidhre wrote:So I gave in and bought a new iPad when I got a bonus from work. The clearer text is already making me very happy with my purchase. Now, what are some good go apps to populate it with? I have SmartGo EasyGo, SmartGo Books and similar already.


Screenshot with recommended go apps for iPad attached (something wrong with my connection, I hope it will upload)
Btw if you need to run KGS on iPad you should use AlwaysOnPC app.


Excellent, thanks! Um, there isn't much point in a joseki app for a ddk is there? Or am I totally wrong?


I think it could be a good training tool or for a post-game review.
Brugo Joseki is very nice app. You can also download Kogo's Joseki and use it in SmartGo or EasyGo.
Tsumego/Tesuji apps for iPad, iPhone & Android devices:http://www.lifein19x19.com/forum/viewto ... =18&t=7511
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