At a Glance
Expert's Rating
Pros
- Best-in-class touch interface
- Large display shows pics and videos beautifully
- All-day battery life
Cons
- No way to manage files, no camera, no multitasking
- Lack of Flash support cripples many Web sites
- Poor scaling of iPhone apps
Our Verdict
Apple looks set to shake up casual computing with a tablet that offers clever design and ease of use. But that streamlined approach may also be the iPad’s weakness.