iPad

[Klaus]

Yes, it has flaws, but I'm looking at it as this "in-between" machine. Yes, it's just a big iPhone, but I WANT a big iPhone! I'd like to buy the 64gb, 3G model when it comes out in, what June? We'll see...

I agree for an eReader this is definitely in the deluxe category. I still think for the 64gb with 3G you are looking at $900 at least and $30 a month.... A tablet laptop would be cheaper and include a keyboard (with USB hookups!).

Funny I actually read in a review that the iPad is gonna kill flash by not including it..... lol

[Eric]

...with USB hookups!...

The whole "dongle" system is ridiculous. Dongle for USB, dongle for power...ugh. Why didn't they build in a kickstand? That was stupid as well... And to not to have included an HDMI output on this thing? WTF! As far as keyboards go I'd just get a bluetooth one and use that.

I know that's pricey, but for me, if it pacifies my 2-3 year old(s) on a 5 hour flight and I don't have to mess with lugging a DVD player, discs, adapters, etc, it'll be a worthwile investment.

Again, I still loathe the idea of having 4 different dongles, but I'm sure we'll see significant improvements in iPad 2 and iPad 3, etc.

[Eric]

Funny I actually read in a review that the iPad is gonna kill flash by not including it..... lol

I still don't understand why both sides haven't figured this out...it's a win/win! The only people losing is the consumer because we can't use flash websites/games. Stupid.