One of the big disadvantages of many iOS apps is that, though they're great when considered in isolation, they're not compatible with your favourite desktop music making software. You can work on iPad GarageBand projects in Logic So is now a good time to buy one? We'd say no: Apple is claiming that the iPad 2 is twice as fast as its predecessor, and you'll need that power if you want to run GarageBand (and, in all likelihood, many forthcoming iPad apps) effectively. If you've been on the Apple Store in the last few hours you'll have noticed that the prices of the original have dropped considerably.