Posts Tagged ‘iPad’

iPad-powered Arduino

Sunday, May 23rd, 2010

So, after much, much waiting, I finally got my iPad Camera Connection Kit! When I got it, I wanted to discover what it could be used for (which many have already found many uses for it). Anyways, I plugged in my Auduino with a USB cable into the USB adapter, and it worked! :D

I was able to power LEDs with it, but a servo required too much power. :( The iPad will also display a message that the attached USB device isn’t supported, but it will still work anyway. You’ll also need to make sure the iPad isn’t sleeping, otherwise, it will power off. This also doesn’t work on an iPhone.

Anyways, it’s lots of fun, and if you have an iPad and a Camera Connection Kit, you should try it and see what you can do with it!

Awaiting the iPad

Friday, April 2nd, 2010

Tomorrow is iPad day!  Since I’ve been waiting for the iPad, here’s what I’ve done so far.

Apps:

I already have about 10 apps for the iPad. I’ve downloaded Pages, Numbers, and Keynote and iBooks. I’ve also downloaded a few other new iPad apps, and a few updates for some existing iPhone apps that are now universal apps.

Accessories:

When I ordered my iPad, I also ordered an Apple iPad Case. For the keyboard, I’m going to use the Apple Wireless Keyboard I’ve already had for a few months.

I’m having my iPad shipped directly, and will be waiting.

iPad day is finally here TOMORROW, and I sure am excited! I’ll be posting more about it soon, and more about robots too! Stay posted. :)