I know you’re enthusiastic about the iPhone X, but dayummm!
For me, I’m thinking: This is a tablet, not a phone. There’s a bit of a difference in how we grip them and position them for use. I admit to having a hard time seeing myself comfortable with an iPad that looks somewhat like a larger version of the X. I definitely would not want the notch on a tablet. I’d want a nice even rectangle.
I’m not entirely sure Face ID would always be the most convenient method to unlock a tablet, in all circumstances so I’m hoping there will be enough room to keep Touch ID in there, too, though I’m not holding my breath.
Gesture based interactions would be good for most of us, but looking at how my in-laws use their iPads, I do still think they could cause difficulties for the elderly and young people with problems with manual dexterity, so I hope there are accessibility settings to help.
Oh well, Apple is clearly on a path with a commitment to a particular vision and won’t be taking my input, so my opinions are all moot. It’s fun to discuss, though.
I hope my Mini 4 lasts me a good number of years more. I have a 9.5” IPad Pro but still find it too large and unwieldy for most of my uses. I stick to it for art.