[nottorp]

Yep. I have an iPad (cheap, not pro) on my nightstand.

I take the laptop when traveling because who knows what I'll need it for.

[throwaway2037]

Why a "cheap" iPad instead of a much cheaper Android tablet?

[theshrike79]

Tablets have been first class members of the iOS ecosystem for a decade. Even more so after the release of iPadOS.

Android tablets don’t get any specific APIs or special treatment on Android.

[Zetobal]

Because android ignored their tablet UI for years and are now optimising it for folding phones.

[nottorp]

Because it's been working just fine(tm) for at least 5 years. Maybe more, i forgot how old it is.