Ready for the iSlate?

[sfa]

Yeah, why'd they go with the stupid name?

The pricing seems good though (starts at $499) and I like it that the data plans are all pre-paid, so you don't have to lock yourself into a contract. I'm not a fan of iWork, so that bit isn't appealing. Could be very competitive with the Kindle, given that it's a similar size and price as the Kindle DX but can do so much more. I know I'd buy it before a Kindle, but I haven't ever wanted a Kindle so that doesn't count for much.

DH wants one. He's been hanging out, waiting for this day for two years. But then, he used to own (and LOVE) the Newton, so his judgement is clearly impaired!

Sarah

[VeloVT]

no verizon iphone. bummed.

I think it's a little harsh and premature to call it a fail, but I don't see this device being indispensible to me, personally. maybe I will eat my words though.

[kjay]

A real bummer about the name! My hubby has macular degeneration, and so I'm interested in learning if it could help him to read more easily. I hope so. I love Apple, but the Apple computer is what I started out on, so I'm used to it. Never any viruses, either. Knock on wood.

[KnottedYet]

I don't actually mind the name: it's reminiscent of the P.A.D.D. from ST:TNG, DS9, and Voyager... which was the inspiration for the iPhone/touch/pad.

(secret confession time, I named my iPod Touch "PADD". Yes, I'm a trek geek)

Someday my needs might be best met by an iPad, but for now I'm very happy with my iPod and its size and functions. Matched up with my iBook, I'm covered.