Here is my take on the ipad or any comparable tablet...
they do not compete with a quality laptop...period..

Most of the time , they are novelties..apps are part time programs compared to full feature programs that run on laptops..Tablets lack the processing power found on laptops..

The touch screen is the only feature worth mentioning , compared to laptops...and you can get a touch screen on a laptop, if that floats your boat..

The real keypad on a laptop is much better than virtual keypads, and the size difference is not worth the compromise..

Donny you could use your iphone linked (tethered) to your "new" ipad3...for internet service......or wait another 6 months to see what Apple will piecemeal out to the public in another all new wonder....

Over priced and over valued..

BTW" I have a tablet too...7 inch screen with 250 gigs and USB....things I wanted , that were not available on the then current ipad...

If you need new toys the ipad3 qualifies....if you need real processing tools..get a laptop..(a good one)..