[tomkarlo]

Apple's bt keyboard works great with the iPad - I use it with mine. So while I agree that there are still apps that are impractical on a tablet (Photoshop with 12MP RAW images, anyone?), needing a keyboard is not a differentiating point.

[peterzakin]

It's not practical to write an essay on an iPad. Edit: without an external keyboard.

[eli]

Sure, all you need is a case the makes it easy to carry both the keyboard and the device together. Perhaps with a hinge on one side so the keyboard protects the screen when you're not using it?

[tomkarlo]

At least I have the option to not carry the keyboard (and usually, I don't.)