Chapter 1. Instant New iPad Features in iOS 6 How-to

The new iPad, released in March 2012, took the iPad 2 and gave it a Retina display, twice the screen resolution, a dual-core processor, and 4G LTE wireless data capability. In addition, the new iPad is lighter and thinner than its predecessor. Comparing it with the iPad 2, these upgrades equate to a richer, more beautiful display, faster processing, and access to a faster data network in a thinner, lighter package.

But what makes an iPad an iPad? Its apps! This tablet comes with 21 built-in applications, designed specifically for the device. Now, with iOS 6, these applications have improved and come with more features and better integration with the operating system.

In the following recipes we'll explore some of the applications that illustrate the new iPad's features. Some of these applications are native to the device, and others are premium, available in the App Store.