On the iPad

[slackwench]

I hate the name, but I'm sure I'll get used to it. I was hoping for a MacBook with a touch screen (with or without a built in keyboard). I'm not thrilled that that's not what it is, but iWork being available for it may make up for that. It seems like the perfect thing to use for taking notes while at a conference, and if it can double as the

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[hermionegsnape]

While I enjoy mocking the name, I will probably get one when I have a job. I've wanted to get an e-reader but have been put off by some of the kindle problems. I like some of the features of the i-phone but am put off by the privacy issues & cost. It seems like a good product. But the name? Damn.

[slackwench]

They'll make the name work in the end. Remember the Wii? I think people will stop fixating on the pad/tampon jokes if it's a success. In the long run, I think the bigger problem with the name is that it's too similar to iPod.

[hermionegsnape]

I still make jokes about the WIi, I call mine the yuppie-urinal.