I don't see the iPad taking off until:
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- I can use my cell phone data plan (ATT as of now) for 3G access.
- There is a front facing camera and a mic for VOIP/iChat.
- It multitasks.
- There is a way to connect to other devices over USB and/or BT (e.g. my DSLR).
- 64GB is standard at the low price point, or there is a memory expansion slot (SD).
- The display bridges the gap between the speed and color of an LCD and the readability of e-ink.
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