iPad Is That In-Between Device

Now that the new Apple iPad has been fielded tested for a couple of months now, we're starting to hear stories about it beyond "look how cool this new thing is." We're hearing real-world applications of the device, and talk of future applications of such a device are starting to emerge.

It seems that Apple's vision for the iPad -- neither a tablet nor an iPhone -- is coming true. I see that people are starting to accept the iPad for what it is ... well, an iPad. It's truly a new type of device. That presents some pros (new market, new applications) and cons (may canibalize sales of MacBooks, fierce competition to come), but so far, I'm liking what I'm seeing.

The potential future applications for such a device are truly endless: sales force, doctors, hospitals, assembly line, presentations, etc. While I'm still holding out for the eventual next-gen iPad, I am impressed with this first version. What do you think?