9. Apps for Photos and Videos

I’ll admit it—I’m not so fond of holding my iPad or iPad mini up in front of me to take a photo or shoot a video. But I must admit, there are times when I don’t have my mobile phone handy or a real camera in hand and an opportunity presents itself that just screams to be documented. Most of the time this need for impromptu photos and videos is related to my kids doing funny or cute things. However, I did have an opportunity recently where I used my iPad after witnessing a fender bender—I shot some photos and a quick video because the driver who was rear-ended lacked the ability.

The iPad comes preinstalled with three apps that ...

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