The iPad brings instant coolness to the holder. People will let their lattes chill while fawning over an iPad. It's as much a curiosity as was the Model T Ford at the turn of the past century. Frankly, it may be about as useful since this shiny Apple is a brighter version of old school chalkboard, lacking the power of a netbook.
Going from heavy laptop to netbook for travel was a major improvement. Reducing the backpack weight from old laptop to netbook makes it possible to keep the computer handy. Having that electronic note taker at my side when an idea lands is wonderful. Then came the iPad; a small, sleek, even easier to carry device arrived. Fortunately my iPad envy was cured after handling the device and noticing it's lack of USB port and printer connection.
Publishing executive Michael Hyatt, an early iPad adaptor, validated my initial thoughts by characterizing the iPad as "an elegant solution in search of a problem." With the advances in smart phones and the increasing availability of free wifi hotspots, including some city block areas, the iPad is an overly expensive toy. For writers, the actual keyboard of a netbook or laptop may be the more efficient alternative to working away from home base.
As for Apple technology, I can only say, "Please Steve Jobs, cure my iPhone envy by bringing this magnificent phone to Verizon." As for the iPad which rumor says is coming soon toVerizon users; yawn.
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