The iPad runs on the same operating system as the iPhone 3.x (soon iOS 4), which means many hacks developed for the iPhone can also be used on the iPad. While more iPad-specific hacks are discovered and developed, these iPhone hacks still provide users with many ways to modify their hardware and software. Hacks may include improvements to the interface, installment of specific applications and those involving jailbreaking your iPad. One hack that users find helpful is installing Flash on your iPad, which allow you to run flash-based programs and games that would not otherwise function on an iPad. This page contains the latest iPad hacks and any developments on issues that may arise from the use of these tactics.

The iPhone OS is a closed system which means that outside applications are not permitted. All applications must be approved and downloaded from the Apple App Store. However, iPhone and iPod Touch applications run on the iPad without any changes except that the app may not reflect the larger screen. Adobe Flash is an example of a popular application that has failed to be picked up by Apple for various reasons which leaves you without a native ability to play Farmville or watch Hulu on your iPod Touch, iPhone, and now iPad.http://brainstormtech.blogs.fortune.cnn.com/2010/01/29/behind-the-adobe-apple-cold-war/ National Public Radio and the Wall Street Journal are currently modifying their websites to be iPad friendly (i.e., no Flash).http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/18/npr-and-wsj-building-flash-free-pages-for-ipad-apple-quietly/

• AT&T will not allow tethering on the iPad (though allowing on iPhones) as the new data plan takes effect on June 7th.http://www.product-reviews.net/2010/06/04/new-iphone-4g-no-ipad-tethering-say-att/ The new data plan eliminates unlimited downloads.

For those who purchased an iPad prior to the release of the OS4, the update will be free of charge. Subsequent updates will require payment of the specified fee, however this update, is on Apple.http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2010/03/ipad-os-upgrades/

iPad Limitation: No mouse support

Solution: Jailbreak your iPad and use a Bluetooth mouse (see video below)http://mashable.com/2010/05/09/ipad-magic-mouse/

iPad Limitation: Transfer videos to iPad requires iTunes conversion

Solution: Use Air Video application to stream videos without conversion from computer to iPadhttp://mashable.com/2010/05/29/10-must-have-ipad-apps/

iPad Limitation: No multi-tasking

Solution: Use Backgrounder applicationhttp://gizmodo.com/5530906/jailbreaking-your-ipad-how-you-can-and-why-you-should?skyline=true&s=i

iPad Limitation: No video on iPad 3G via AT&T

Solution: Use Verizon MiFi 3G access point with the WiFi iPadhttp://www.technewsworld.com/edpick/69949.html?wlc=1273563112

iPad Limitation: Exclusive use of micro-SIM card (for now)

Solution: Create a micro-SIM card holder - then you can use on your iPhone.http://www.pcworld.com/article/196368/hacking_an_ipad_sim_in_an_iphone_why_you_should_care.html

PC Mag lists several ways to work around the lack of printing on the iPad:http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2362451,00.asp

1. Direct Printing to a WiFi printer - only one they've gotten to work so far is the free Easy Photo-Print for iPhone
2. Printing to Shared Printers - assuming you share your Mac (not PC) printers via WiFi network some apps do a so-so job.
3. Send File to a Server (e.g., Print Central often mentioned) - they suggest sending to one of your own computers

April 22nd : For those who really want Flash - Android running on an early iPhonehttp://www.tuaw.com/2010/04/22/found-footage-android-running-on-the-iphone/

April 19th : Flash without jailbreaking? RipCode is claiming their TransAct Transcoder software can convert Flash video files to those commonly used on the iPad.http://www.iphonehacks.com/2010/04/ripcode-flash-content-ipad-iphone.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+iphonehacks+%28iPhone+Hacks%29

18Apr10 ipad in a Nissan Maxima by Soundman Car Audio (see video below)

Apple iPad Jailbreaking Hacks are underway.http://www.ifunia.com/ipad-column/apple-ipad-jailbreak-hacks.html http://blogs.zdnet.com/perlow/?p=12511 Informative articles on what jailbreaking means to iPad users and what might potentially be available after jailbreaking.

The iPad has been jailbroken by the iPhone Dev-Team using the iPhone 3.1.3 hack on the iPad's OS 3.2.http://www.crunchgear.com/2010/04/04/ipad-jailbroken/

There are numerous hacks that have been created or made available for the iPhone. Because both Apple devices run using the same operating system, several of these are compatible with the iPad. Listed here are several hacks that can be found useful and may improve the performance and interface of your iPad.

10 Outstanding DIY (do-it-yourself) iPhone Hackshttp://hacknmod.com/hack/top-10-outstanding-diy-iphone-hacks/

1. DIY Multi-Room Wireless Music Remote
2. DIY iPhone Controlled Car (Complete Control)
3. iPhone Controlled Mazda (without gas and break)
4. How to View your Webcam on your iTouch or iPhone
5. Build a Solar-powered iPhone Charger
6. Make a Laser Matrix Projector for the iPhone
7. How to: iPhone as a Wireless Router for your Laptop
8. RC Car Controlled Via the Web
9. Home Automation Using the iPhone and X10
10. The Rockband Robot iPhone.

Useful iPhone Hacks That Will Make Your Life Easier(ismashphone)http://www.ismashphone.com/2009/07/15-useful-iphone-hacks-that-will-make-your-life-easier-.html

1. Get Push Gmail on your iPhone
2. Enable tethering now (prior to AT&T allowing it)
3. Sync your iPhone with multiple computers
4. Enable Emoji icons on iPhone 3.0
5. Turn off the iPhone's accelerometer
6. Add a 5th row of numbers on your QWERTY keyboard
7. Quickly move apps between pages
8. Get Hulu TV shows on your iPhone for offline watching
9. Use Skype and SlingPlayer over 3G
10. Stop app crashes
11. Add words to your iPhone's dictionary
12. Disable auto-correct and auto-capitalize
13. Easy way to stop iPhone auto-correct by typing "z"

News on feature changes or new applications that mean no iPad hacks will be necessary.

1. Gmail for iPad uses html5 (avoiding Flash)http://www.fonearena.com/blog/2010/04/03/google-launches-ipad-interface-for-gmail.html
2. IPad sold unlocked so no need to use edsn0w or blacksn0w to switch 3G provider (but don need micro-SIM card)http://emagnews.com/technology/04-04-2010/1361.html
3. ITunes upgraded to version 9.1 on 31Mar10 to support the imminent iPad release.http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2362136,00.asp
4. Apple plans to release an iPad Camera Connection Kit (though currently not available) so pictures from your camera can be brought over to your iPad.http://www.macworld.com/article/147059/2010/03/ipad_camera_connector.html
5. While there is no USB port on the iPad, Apple provides a docking port to USB connectorhttp://www.apple.com/ipad/specs/
6. Apple is going to allow the iPad to download DRM-free ePUB ebooks via iTunes. Once on iTunes these free ePUB format ebooks can then be synched to the iPad.http://www.apple.com/ipad/features/ibooks.html Since the ebooks being sold from the iBookstore are DRM protected (although still ePUB format), there was concern that free ebooks would not be readily available such as from the Gutenberg Library.
7. There is a new button named "screen rotation lock" so no longer a need to constantly reset or find a hack.http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2010/03/ipad-gets-new-button-screen-rotation-lock/ http://arstechnica.com/apple/news/2010/03/bed-readers-rejoice-ipad-gains-last-minute-rotation-lock.ars
8. Hulu on iPad: A non-flash version of Hulu requiring a paid subscription is under discussion.http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-10456822-93.html http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/02/10/hulu_to_make_videos_available_on_ipad_without_flash_rumor.html Steve Jobs has no intention of allowing Flash on his platforms.http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/00d0df52-1f52-11df-9584-00144feab49a.html?nclick_check=1 http://brainstormtech.blogs.fortune.cnn.com/2010/02/19/why-is-steve-jobs-flash-obsessed/ Hulu will continue to use Flash on their remaining products because they do more than stream video.http://www.technewsworld.com/edpick/70003.html

May 8: Gizmodo has published a How to Jailbreak an iPhone/iPod guide.http://gizmodo.com/5533921/how-to-jailbreak-any-iphone-ipod-touch-or-ipad

An untethered jailbreak (not unlock) for iPad and iPad 3G on firmware 3.2 – allows outside applicationshttp://www.pcworld.com/article/195549/untethered_jailbreak_for_iphone_ipad_and_ipod_touch.html http://www.redmondpie.com/jailbreak-iphone-3gs-3.1.3-untethered-with-spirit-9140719/

iPad 3G Jailbroken to send SMShttp://gizmodo.com/5529101/jailbroken-ipad-3g-sends-text-messages (see video below)

Jailbreaking the iPad will likely be as popular as jailbreaking the iPhone.http://www.crn.com/security/222601043;jsessionid=J1JEALAPFNFTRQE1GHRSKH4ATMY32JVN The recent iPhone hack is rumored to work on the iPad as well.http://www.ifunia.com/ipad-column/apple-ipad-jailbreak-hacks.html

Multi-tasking for third party applications is not available on iPhone OS 3 and earlier except for a jailbreak. Rumor has it that multi-tasking will be available on OS 4.http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/10/03/11/apples_iphone_4_0_software_to_deliver_multitasking_support.html

Greystripe has iFlash technology that can port Flash advertisements to the iPhone/iPad in Flash-free ad format.http://www.greystripe.com/advertisers/