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Why I want (and don’t want) the iPad

I’ve got mixed feelings on the iPad. But I want and don’t want one.

Reasons to want:

Using the iPad as a multimedia remote. I think it’s going to be very capable with an app that runs through wifi and connects your iPad to your pc or mac which is controlling your media center pc.

Using the iPad to control my smarthome. I can’t imagine it will be too long until an app comes up where you can use the iPad to turn the lights on and off, control the heat, etc. I mean they already have devices like this. The iPad is a perfect candidate with its multitouch surface.

Using the iPad as a day planner. The full integration of email, calendar, etc. means that (theoretically) the iPad should make a great day planner.

Reasons I don’t want the iPad:

The price. It’s too high. Especially with the 3g network option. I’ll be waiting until it comes down in price.

No multitasking. This might not be a big deal, honestly, but I don’t feel right about the lack of multitasking.

There you have it. My iPad post.

© 2010 Genius Steve.