I have an iphone, ipad, Mac Pro Book, and DH has an iphone, samsung notebook and and ancient (4 years old) PC lap top. I agree with everyone else that if you're looking to access the internet while away from home, go with the smartphone. I honestly very seldom us my ipad, especially since DH bought me the Mac Pro Book. I do have a kindle, and if I'm out, like at the doctor, I have the app for kindle on my iphone and just read from there. I even have the bible on my iphone and read from that every morning before I get out of bed. I think an ipad is great for students, but for those of us who are at home, and not in high need of technology, the smart phone is the best choice.