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<p>The distaste hackers and developers have towards the iPad was
initially understandable. Now that it's out, I think everyone
should hold one in their hand before they make any outlandish
statements against it. Eric Sink sums it up pretty perfectly. &gt;
Computers, by and large, are still designed for geeks. This is why
we all buy T-shirts that say “No, I will not fix your computer”.
The genius of the iPad is that it cannot get things like viruses.
It is a closed platform. You cant put apps on it. You cant write
and distribute software for it without Apples permission. This is
why geeks hate it and normal people will love it.</p>
<p>— Eric Sink</p>
<p>I have yet to succumb to the temptation to buy an iPad. I haven't
been able to justify the steep $499 price tag. I might end up
forcing myself to get one. If I do, here's why: ##
<a class="reference external" href="http://culturedcode.com/things/ipad/">Things</a> by
<a class="reference external" href="http://culturedcode.com/">Cultured Code</a> ##
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