So why is the iPad better? In terms of the overall experience, its better because its screen quality is amazing. Its like viewing images/the web/etc. on a mini iMac screen. Colors are great and images are tack sharp. Also, the fluidity and user experience is much better because its faster and the extra screen real estate allows for more growth within applications. Its a solid machine and a joy to use and thats what Apple excels at.
So how is it NOT like an iPhone? This was the deal breaker for me in terms of to 3g or not? Part of me still wants to shell out the extra dough for the 3g version later this month, but a bigger part of me said the iPhone is the be connected, stay connected device. Maybe later down the line, when I want to cancel one of my gym memberships (sorry 24 hour fitness), Ill pick up a 3g version, but right now, I dont want it. Introduce a dual plan between the iPad/Phone and its golden, but at this moment, I think its retarded they dont have some kind of special rate for current iPhone customers.
So again, how is it NOT like an iPhone? Well the major difference between the two is convenience. The iPhone is there with me at all times, staying connected 24/7. If Im walking and wanna tweet something, do a FB update, view maps, or check email, Im not going to bust out my damn iPad from my big ass pocket and tweet and walk. My trusty iPhone will do the trick and will do it well. The iPad is for a more luxurious way of doing those things.
Thats what the iPad is for me. A better experience for things I can already do or have, BUT, at the same time provide unique little touches that I really cant do with an iPhone, laptop, or desktop. So its a win win situation for me.