Is the iPad 2 Dock necessary?

I am considering getting an iPad 2, and I am making a list of all the accessories that are necessary. So, I want to know if the dock is necessary.

• Asked by Emma S from Woodstock
• Dec 26, 2011
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Will iPad dock allow synching to iTunes on a laptop with low-power USB2 port?

I was disappointed to find that I am unable to use my new iPad 2 with my home computer (Dell Inspiron laptop) because the USB2 ports do not provide enough current, even when on AC adapter.

My iPad got stuck in Recovery Mode partway through the initial firmware installation, and after several calls to Apple Support it was eventually necessary for me to install iTunes on Mom's desktop computer to complete the restore.

Anyway, If I want to use the iPad 2 with iTunes on my own computer I will need some sort of AC-powered USB hub or adapter.

Will the Apple iPad 2 Dock work for this application, or is it also dependent on the source computer to provide power?

Thanks!

• Asked by Gretchen B from Yellow Springs
• Jan 12, 2012
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DOES THE IPAD SPEAKER WORK WHEN IN THE DOCK?

When the iPad 2 is in this dock, does it mute the built-in speaker or can it still be heard?

• Asked by James L from Oakland
• Aug 22, 2011
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Can I play my iPad 2 while charging on iPad dock?

I love to play games and watch videos on my ipad2 . 10 hours battery is not enough for me. I'm just wondering if the IPad dock is the right accessory for me for charging while playing my ipad2?

• Asked by Edna S from Red Deer
• Mar 30, 2012
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Can you attach a USB LAN adapter to the iPad 2 Dock or directly to the iPad 2?

The idea is to operate the iPad 2 at locations where no Wi-Fi is available, only wired internet is supplied such as hotel rooms etc.,.

• Asked by Yarub B from Springfield Gardens
• Sep 26, 2011
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Can I charge my iPad 2 on this Dock with the smart CASE on it? Will it fit?

• Asked by Joseph F
• Oct 14, 2012
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Does the IPad2 come with a docking station

• Asked by Maggie G from Gilroy
• Mar 12, 2011
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Can I use the iPad 2 Dock to charge an iPod Nano?

• Asked by Jean-pierre B from Calgary
• Dec 12, 2011
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Does Ipad2 Dock compatible with New Ipad (ipad3)?

• Asked by Jong Kyu K from Scottsdale
• Mar 14, 2012
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Can I use my iPad 4th generation with the iPad 2 dock

• Asked by Steve B from Greenville
• Nov 29, 2012
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