Apple iPad, To buy or not to buy?

In one of my recent posts about the iPad being released I pointed out that I probably wouldn't get on the bandwagon just yet. Although I see a lot of potential in this device, I was able to demo one first hand and was clearly impressed. I can see it as a toy and entertainment purposes. I am not convinced that it can replace my trusty G5. I had a notion to really consider getting the iPad. I was ready to go visit Best Buy and see if that was what I wanted.

The more I thought about it the more I talked myself out of getting it, or even going to look at it more. I am still not convinced that I could find a practical use for it. Now a lot of you may disagree, but I find myself visiting Blogs and Forums that have embedded videos, that are primarily used by Flash 10. The iPad does not support flash, nor do I see it being supported any time soon, as Apple is in ventures to adopt HTML 5. Ironically the battle between Flash 10 and HTML 5, reminds me of the HD DVD vs Blueray a couple of years ago.

Anyway, I don't read that many books or magazines regularly, so that wasn't a consideration. I do play games but some of the games on the iPad, as well as iPhone and iPod touch will cost. I am cheap. I like playing free games. (Refer to our recent meeting about games in our members section.) Other features like Youtube and Netflix appealed to me, but I would prefer watching my favorite episodes on a bigger screen.

So in conclusion, the more I think about buying an iPad. The more im convinced I would not use it to its potential and would be a costly toy that would be set aside somewhere. So if I get it for my birthday or something it would be welcome. I just don't see myself making a point to buy one at this time. Tell me your thoughts on iPad, maybe you can sway me.

Until then happy computing