For me the Ipad is perfect for the road. It fits right in the flight case and doesn't get the beating that my laptop did when I carried it.

I am strictly an internet surfer though. Most hotels have business centers if I need a real computer for something.

I fly with guys that have high end laptops to play video games on, so if that is your style then obviously the iPad won't work.

With the new iPad on the way, you might be bale to get a used iPad for a decent price. In the coming weeks. I won't be upgrading to the new model as it most likely won't be a giant leap forward with new features.