Bought a new iPad? How to easily transfer your data from your old one
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So you just upgraded to a shiny new iPad 3, with its high-resolution retina display and upgraded HD camera. The problem is all your apps, data and media are still on your old iPad. This week’s iPad video tip shows you how to quickly transfer and back up this data using Apple’s free iCloud service:
CNET Video: Transfer data to a new iPad
Bret is a senior vice president at Sporty's and senior flight instructor for Sporty's Academy. In addition to Bret's teaching responsibilities, Bret leads Sporty's video production and app development team and serves as editor of iPad Pilot News. As an airline transport pilot, Bret is a senior captain in Sporty's corporate flight department.
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