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What is the big deal about the iPad?

Asked by jerv (31076points) February 1st, 2010

Netbooks have comparably sized screens that are less likely to get broken (netbooks can be closed to protect the glass when being carried), at least 2½ times the storage, and are about half the price (contrary to what Steve Jobs says, you do not need a service contract to pick up a netbook for under $300).

It seems to me that the technical pizazz is lacking, so either the iPad is going to be a flop or it’s going to prove that Apple can sell ice to eskimos.

So tell me this; why is the iPad such a big deal?
Is Hitler right about the iPad?
Is it purely marketing? Style over substance?
Am I just missing something here?

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