The iPad Hype

After months of speculation, Apple finally revealed their newest “big thing” on Wednesday: the iPad. The touchscreen tablet computer weighs about 1.5 pounds, is 0.5 inch thin, has a 9.7-inch display and a battery life of 10 hours. The cost for models that run the internet on WiFi only range from $499 to $699 (depending on memory storage size), and will be available in 60 days. Models that can get online via AT&T's 3G network will be available in 90 days and are priced from $629 to $829. AT&T will charge $29.99 a month for unlimited internet access and $14.99 per month for up to 250 megabytes of data. AT&T will not require contracts for iPad data plans. In addition to enjoying movies, TV shows, music, and games on the iPad, the device will also serve as a reader for eBooks as the iTunes Store will soon launch an “iBooks” section.

Today we asked our panel what they think of the plans for the iPad, if they think it will be revolutionary and live up to the hype of the launch of the iPhone, and if they plan on buying one. After reading their thoughts, join the conversation by leaving a comment.