My reasons for getting an iPad are many. First is the ability to read books on it. Next is to take it with me on my cruise this summer. My last cruise I took my laptop. iPad ( 1 1/2 lbs ) will be so much lighter weight in my carry on bag! I also want it to put my TV shows and movies on it. Lighter weight and easier to hold than my laptop while sitting on the sofa. Then there are is the App store! Fun stuff to be had there!
I did not want the 3G. I got a wireless hookup from Apple and plug the internet we have through our phone company into that. Now I am truly wireless. I password protect my network so no one else can use it. Other reasons for not wanting the 3G is AT@T doesn't work in our area and no need to subscribe to another internet connection anyway since we have DSL at home and 3G will be using cell phone towers.
Ok..... More than you probably wanted to know?
Barbara