[raganwald]

I tried this with the 1st generation iPad when my workstation failed and was in for service. I mostly SSH'd into my entertainment centre but I was able to do original editing on the iPad using DropBox.

It was awkward, but good enough to GetShitDone.

I later bought both an Air and an iPad Mini, and the Mini is small enough to be a substantial improvement on the Air when doing short trips to conferences. I can edit my presentations, take notes, and do all sorts of other things on the road or in a coffee shop.

Now my Air sits at home.

Disclosure: I started programming on punch cards. It's all amazing to me, so when comparing an iPad Mini to a desktop computer, I can logically tell you I'm way more productive on the desktop, but at the same time I'm emotionally satisfied either way.