Today was a big day for all Apple geeks. The iPad was officially presented to geekdom. Yes, it looks like an enlarged iPhone. Yes, it’s shares commonalities with iPhone and iPod. But once you get down to the niddy gritty, a more correct comparison would be iPad is similar to a Kindle. So far the Kindle has dominated the portable ebook market. Even with the introduction of Sony’s Reader, the Kindle is still the clear industry leader. Think Kindle is to ebook as Pruis is to hybrid vehicle.

Steve Job’s presentation of the iPad. You have to admire a man with such passion and the ability to turn his dreams into reality.

Specs

* Display: 9.7 inch, 1024 x 768 Fingerprint-resistant capacitive touchscreen, IPS screen
* Size: 9.56 x 7.47 x 0.5 inches
* Weight: 1.5 pounds (1.6 pounds Wi-Fi + 3G model)
* CPU: 1GHz Apple A4 custom-designed, high-performance, low-power system-on-a-chip
* Wireless: 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, 3G via AT&T (users will also be able to access AT&T wi-fi hotspots for free.)
* Memory: 16GB, 32GB, 64GB flash NAND
* I/O: Dock connector, headphone jack, mic
* Extras: Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, compass

Pricing

Wi-Fi only: 16 GB for $499 | 32 GB for $599 | 64 GB for $699
Wi-Fi + 3G: 16 GB for $629 | 32 GB for $729 | 64 GB for $829

One big downer, AT&T will be the 3G provider. Why Apple why!? AT&T already has enough issues supporting their current 3G network. So disappointing… But still not enough to keep me from want one! Now how to get me one of these toys…

Let me take a minute to say that IMEEM use to be my #1 online music streaming portal. #1 as in day and night I would have this baby open. #1 as in it was one of the shortcuts on my Chrome dashboard. Ever since MySpace took over IMEEM (literally redirects to Myspace.com), I’ve refused to create a new account just to access my playlists. I refuse to join MySpace based on principle and it’s a shame it had to end like this IMEEM. But now I’ve found a shiny new replacement, LaLa.com

Want to preview full new albums? Lala lets you do that.

Want to create your own playlist? Lala does that as well.

Want to share your playlist to the community? Yup. that’s available as well.

Most importantly… Want to do all this for free? Lala doesn’t cost the user a penny.

good bye IMEEM. it was good while it lasted. parting is such sweet sorrow

Sweet jesus I’m finally done with my papers. MissChicGeek here back and in full effect. I sincerely apologize for the flat line of new posts. It’s been a … challenging past month. MissChicGeek has been working towards a geekier future. Cross all your fingers and toes that all my hard work will pay off. If and when this happens, I’ll be sure to share the good news. Until then, we focus on the new year and new endeavours.

So what’s the latest fashion savings? truth be told I’ve seen a shift of sales from traditional premium designer store sales to online invite premium designer sales. What do I mean by online invite? I’m talking about sites like Gilt Groupe, Ideeli, and even our very own Daily Candy created Swirl. These sites host private limited time premium designer sales. Customers are notified via email and the sales typically last only a 2-3 days. Savings vary from 20-75%. This premium designer sale business model has gotten so popular that Gilt Groupe has expanded beyond premium fashion brands to premium travel destinations, Gilt Jetsetter. Let me know if you need an invite, I can forward one to you. For some sites, every member gets referral bonus’ once their referral makes his or her first purchase. MissChicGeek can use a pair of new shoes… or 10.

I like things delivered start to my doorstep. Or in this case, to my email box. Plus, I do not like to be bombarded by clutterly emails. These sales work for me because it’s a hand-full of premium designers for a very limited time. If I miss it, so be it, it wasn’t meant to be.

Given it’s mid January, I predict Winter sales to be right around the corner. I, MissChicGeek, will do my best to keep you updated. Until then, try subscribing to a couple of these sites. You may be pleasantly surprised with the selection and flexibility these sites offer. If you don’t like it, no harm done. The site “membership” is 100% free to join. Just removed yourself.

Ah… MissChicGeek is uber excited for 2010. I hope you all are just as excited!!!! Cheers~