1. The iPads, Tablets, and
Microblogging
Movement
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2. Tablet Computer
 A one-piece, mobile version of a personal
computer, usually operated by touchscreen.
 Basic Functions:
 Same basic functions as a PC or laptop, but
sometimes limited due to make and model.
 Common functions include: Wireless mobile browser,
E-mail and social media apps, phone functions, video-
teleconferencing, GPS, portable media player,
camera, downloadable apps.
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3. Examples
 Apple iPad
 Amazon’s Kindle Fire
 Barnes & Noble’s Nook
 Samsung’s Galaxy Tab
 Notion Ink Adam
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4. Apple iPad
 Top-selling tablet as of
October 2012 with over
100 million units sold
 Apple’s first tablet
computer
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and user friendly
functionality
 Total of 5 models since
its release in 2010
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5. Microblogging
 Shorter “micro”
verison of blogging, a
discussion or
informational site on
the world wide web
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 Typical function of
most tablets
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6. Examples
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 Most social networking site now include some form of
microblogging
 Twitter stand at the top of its market accounting for 86%
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7. Why Microblogging?
 Today microblogging has become incredibly
popular
 More than 11 million users microblog
 Its simplicity, ease, and short length allows for
users to gain opinions and news on incredibly
current events within a moments of logging on
 Most current devices now include a processing
system that is compatible with microblogging
applications, including most tablets
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8. The Future
 Innovations in tablet
design, storage, and
efficiency
 Rise of numerous
microblogging
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 Younger generations
more tech savvy
 Death to the journalist
industry and replacement
by microblogging
 Potential restrictions on
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9. The End
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