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Notability tips3/22/2023 ![]() So, that is a long way of saying that the iPad life is great for people who already have a good computer (or one they just can’t let go). But I didn’t need all that strapped to my back all day every day. If I needed more computing power or to dive into large documents with formatting and formalities, I could just use the computer at my apartment. I realized that, even the early iPad (which has only gotten better) was great for notes, reading, and email. It was at this point that I got my first iPad. Later in college, I just switched to a desktop computer. (Okay so this was 2010 but still…) So, it turned into, essentially, a desktop computer. It was pretty large, kind of heavy, usually needed a charge, and always felt fragile in my backpack. While an undergraduate student I had a laptop. Much easier to quickly stow and retrieve to continue reading as the commute continues and connections are made. They can get reading done and make notes and highlights without busting out a large, hard to hold book complete with four different colors of highlight. The iPad is perfect for someone in that situation because everything they need is in their hands. I met someone who “goes to school in Boston,” and he would spend up to an hour a day on a combination of buses and trains, not to mention the time waiting for the next one. I also thought of other students who use public transportation. Backpacks are handy but there is no need for “intellectuals” to carry fifty pounds of luggage just for a day at school. Having everything in one, easy to remember and carry place would minimize the risk of forgetting anything and it is much less to lug around. It would be paralyzing and could mean a whole day is wasted by either making the extra trips or by spending a day not doing what you need to do. Imagine if you forgot your textbook or notebook at home. I know some people who drive up to two hours one way. My first thought was for commuting students. And, depending on your school, there may be someone designated to assist and educate students and faculty so they can make the most of their tech. YouTube has countless videos on “how-to.” Apple offers classes in its Apple Stores. There are also resources available to get you started. This is both a “should-you” and “how-to” because the answer is yes you should! Anyone could benefit from and enjoy going all in on the iPad but there are categories of people who would more readily see the benefits.įirst off, there is no need to be overly “tech-savvy.” Apple has worked really hard to make its products easy/simple to use. ![]() So, whether you are trying to save the environment, enjoy a minimalist lifestyle and save your back from the books, or are just curious, let me share a few tips and tricks I figured out along the way. It’s a mindset and habit, a habit that has served me well as a law student. I can retain information that I read off a screen. Some people need to print it, touch it, handle it, feel it, and write on it in order for it to get into their brain.
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