The new Mac Pro may be one that makes the cut; it remains to be seen at this point in time.
The rMBP, I don't see as anything special. No ground-breaking design in my eyes.
iPad mini? It's an iPad... but smaller.
Again, these are just my opinions.
I completely agree with you, on all of the points you posted.
Having talked to some engineering friends of mine, this new Mac Pro may be a hit, although its audience will be much more limited.
