I have read tons of negative review about iPad, Apple latest gadgets. I can't agree with those nuts' points.I can understand why some people would get the iPad. Given the choice between an iPad and a netbook, I'd pick the iPad any day. For me ease of use is key. In my opinion, iPad is not supposed to replace netbooks. Netbooks are NOT fun. iPad will be, and stunning as well when I'm on the plane and watching my own tv show I just downloaded or sync then doing a gazillion other things with it if I want with so many different apps. Just YouTube HD alone gives you endless entertainment. Netbook screens are no where near as crisp as the iPad.This won't be for everybody, but it sure is for me! I own only a laptop and a work laptop that is somewhat personal as well mainly because it's recently upgraded to modern specs. I was still pondering over a 13inch macbook pro for about a year. This was a no brainer and a great consolation prize for me!!For those who want to watch video in iPad. I recommend you to choose dvd to iPad converter which can rip DVD to iPad for your joy.