I see the point that he is trying to make in this article about the iPad's intended audience, but I think that the iPad is still a disappointing device.<p>If someone needs a computer for typical tasks such as Chatting with friends, Sending and receiving email, Listening to music, Watching videos, Playing games, and Browsing the web, then they should just get a netbook for ~$300. A netbook is still highly portable and can do all of these tasks at a cheaper price.