Tablet computers continue to conquer the market. Some experts are beginning to support the words of Tim Cook (the head of Apple) that tablets will soon force out laptops. Anyway, statistics show that the iPad’s market share is slowly increasing. The advantages of tablet computers are obvious, so it is not surprising that everyone wants to buy this gadget. But what to do after the acquisition? Especially if Aypad first fell into your hands? In this article we will look at how to use the iPad in detail and try to answer all the frequently asked questions. Let's figure it out. Go!

Further operation of the device depends on the initial settings.

IPhone owners can hardly be surprised. After all, the devices are very similar to each other. But for users who have taken Apple’s tablet for the first time, it will be helpful to deal with the very first steps.

First you need to understand what kind of iPad model you have. This is not about the novelty of the gadget, but about the support of the SIM card in order to be able to use a 3G or LTE connection. It’s easy to figure out. SIM-enabled ipads have a black panel or cover covering the antenna.

Now you need to insert a "sim card" (of course, if there is where). All modern devices work with microSIM, so if you still have an old model SIM card, take it to the nearest mobile operator’s store, they will cut it for you there. Included with the iPad is a special needle or clip needed to open a slot for a SIM-card. Further, the card is put in this slot and inserted back.

After turning on Aipad, first of all, you need to create an Apple ID or enter an existing one. This is your account, which you will need to download applications from the AppStore and much more. Next, you need to download to your computer the program iTunes, without it you will not be able to fully use the tablet.

Now let's figure out how to call from an iPad, as this question baffles many people. By themselves, Aipads do not know how to call, which is logical, because this is not a telephone. But you can make calls using third-party applications and instant messengers. To do this, you just need to have on the tablet the necessary program and Internet connection. For calls, you can use the most popular applications: WePhone, Rebtel, Skype, Viber, WhatsApp and others. Starting with the eighth version of iOS, a feature such as a call from an iPad using the iPhone has appeared. It sounds tricky, but in reality everything is somewhat simpler. All you need is to enter the same Apple ID on your phone and tablet, and then go to the iPhone settings, open the “FaceTime” section and switch the “Cell calls to iPhone” slider to the active position. Then you need to repeat the same on ipad. In order for this feature, called Continuity, to work, both devices must necessarily be located within the same Wi-Fi network.

Everyone knows that on modern devices time and date are set automatically. But what if you need to set other settings? Let's figure out how to change the date and time on the iPad. First of all, go to "Settings". By default, the Basic tab opens immediately. In the list, select "Date and time." In the window that opens, you can set the time format that is convenient for you. To set the date manually, move the "Automatic" slider to the inactive position. Below there will be a line in which you can set your own values ​​for date and time.

Some users have problems with the activation of Aipad. To activate the iPad, you need to connect it to your computer and open iTunes. After that, a device activation window should appear, in which you will need to enter your Apple ID.

Now you know exactly what needs to be done by picking up an iPad, and using the tablet will be as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Write in the comments if this article helped you and ask in the comments all your questions on the topic considered.