How to Read the Newspaper on iPad

Apple iPad

Apple's iPad adds another option to the e-reader market. Its color display and ease of use is very appealing for reading newspapers and magazines. The user interface looks very book-like, intuitive and appealing like other OS X applications.

The New York Times and Apple developed a new version of New York Times iPhone application offering optimized for the large-screen tablet device with video. The layout appears like a standard newspaper with added interactivity. Other newspaper apps are expected.

Difficulty:

Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• iPad
• Newspaper apps

1. iPad looking sleek

   Purchase an iPad. The basic model at $499 is really all you need if you want nothing more than a glorified e-book.

2. Download The New York Times app. Purchase the iBooks app if you intend to read e-books also. Apple will charge $9.99 for iBooks, which is compatible with their Mac versions.

3. Adjust the screen and light to how you want to read. Select the number of columns and fonts you would like to read with. The New York Times app has drop-down contextual menus and support for multi-touch functionality. So if you are familiar with New York Times iPhone application than you will be likely more than pleased.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep an eye out for other Newspaper and Magazine apps

• Don't spill coffee on your iPad