Reasons why you should be waiting for iPad 3 frantically

Apple iPad 3 has been in rumors for a while. The third version of Apple’s tablet PC is anticipated to hit the stores by this fall or early next year. As of now the tech world continues to speculate over the possible features of the new iPad 3. Many think that, since iPad 3 is to become the second iPad upgrade this year, there will be an ‘iPad 2 Plus’ with little modifications in hardware and tech specs; and not an iPad 3 this fall.

iPad 3

As it is with every new Apple product, we can predict nothing about the release date, features and tech specs of the device until it is exposed by the company. Apple’s tough privacy policy often makes it difficult for analysts to have an idea on its forthcoming products. However, rumor mills frequently surface what they think a product upgrade from the Cupertino-firm will feature. Regarding Apple iPad 3, many speculations are so far in the fray. It will be pretty interesting to go through whatever new features are expected to appear on iPad 3.

Display

Display

Apple iPad 2’s display sports a resolution of 1024x768 pixels. The new iPad, in the meanwhile, is rumored to have five to six times better pixelated display from the current model. Rumors suggest that iPad 3 will mount a Retina Display with a resolution of 2560x1920 pixels. The famous Retina Display of iPhone 4 was also rumored to appear on iPad 2 that hit the market in March this year. Some rumors also predict iPad 3’s arrival with a 3D display.

Operating System

Operating System

We might not be much confused about Apple iPad 3’s possible operating system. The tablet will be up with iOS 5, the company announced at its Worldwide Developer Conference in June 2011. The new iOS version highlights several amazing features including greater multitasking, iMessage, Newsstand, iCloud and many others. Yet, what tech geeks are pleading Apple is to avail Adobe Flash support that will make Web surfing more pleasing.

USB Port and Expandable Memory

USB Port

USB ports and microSD expandable memory slots are two biggest pitfalls of Apple iPad tablets. Apple is yet to sport a USB port on its iPad to help the device connect with external hard drives and USB-enabled devices. Though iPad comes in three fixed memory storage options like 16GB, 32GB and 64GB, the device should have an expandable memory option with a microSD card slot.

Proper HDMI

Proper HDMI

A full-fledged HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be there with the new iPad. The current iPad sports an HDMI port, but it works only with the Apple Digital AV Adapter that costs you an extra of $39. Therefore, there should be an HDMI port that works with all third party devices on iPad 3.

Camera

Camera

You may remember that Apple iPad original surprisingly came out without a camera. But the company slotted both front-facing and rear-facing cameras with iPad 2. The rear camera of the current iPad enables HD 720p video recording. That is why, analysts are obviously looking forward for a HD camera of at least 5-mexapixel with iPad 3 with 1080p support. A 2-megapixel front camera will help FaceTime users enjoy better chatting experience.

DLNA

DLNA

Not to be left behind in the tablet market, Apple iPad 3 should support DLNA. Apple iPad 2 only supports Apple TV and AirPlay-enabled devices for streaming content. With better DLNA support, users will be able to decide which devices they want to stream iPad 3 contents.

Processor

Processor

With Motorola Xoom and Samsung Galaxy S II making buzz in the market with dual core processors, Apple iPad 3 should upgrade its processor to A6 from its current model’s A5 processor. The advanced processor from Apple is expected to equal 1.5 GHz dual core processors of its major rivals in performance.