Will people dump their iPhones for an iPad?
10. Feb, 2010 
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Before you say no, consider this scenario. Right now there are millions like me that are paying a carrier that provides terrible service far too much money for phone, text, and data. If only we could use our iPhones (without jail-breaking and unlocking them) on Verizon, we have often mused. But who wants to give up their amazing iPhone just for a bit better service? [Insert your favorite "Can you hear me know?" joke here.]
Well, in late April, we can now ditch our iPhones. Why not opt for a free model from Verizon that can handle calls and texts and get an unlimited data plan for the iPad? I presume that Verizon will offer a similar $29/mo. unlimited data plan for it. If they’re smart, they’ll offer a deal for iPhone switchers. (I bet Apple didn’t see that coming.) UPDATE: Apparently, while the iPad will be “unlocked”, the antenna that it uses will only work on the AT&T 3G network in the US. Other 3G providers in the US use different technologies.
Now you have the best of both worlds — the best cellular coverage in the country and a portable Internet device with 3G service. And it should cost about the same per month.
The downsides, of course, are that the Internet device doesn’t fit in your pocket as neatly as the iPhone, but it does a whole lot more and is no bigger than carrying a newspaper or manila folder around. And it will set you back $630.
But I can see it replacing much of the functionality of my laptop AND my iPhone. My laptop can stay at work — no more lugging it everywhere I go. The iPad, with Keynote, Pages, and Numbers, can handle almost all of my teaching needs. My research needs are met by my laptop in my office.
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