DLJ

I will be getting an iPad as soon as they are available. I think it will be the ideal device for reading magazines and watching videos when away from a desktop computer. I think it will be a lot better than the iphone for using in the shop or on the job site given it's increased size.
I hope that Taunton will make iPad apps for all their magazines as I would love to convert my print subscriptions to digital only. Having all the back issues of FHH and FWW on my iPad along with other Taunton books and videos will be a huge resource. Surely I'm not the first reader to throw the latest issue into the bag before heading out for vacation only to read a reference to a back issue that is at home on the shelf.
I too am nervous about the longevity of the device itself but as others have noted my iphone lives in my pocket, with bit tips and sawdust and keeps on going. My biggest issue is I find the earbuds only last about 4-6 months, but Apple will replace them if your warranty is current.
I'm glad to see that Taunton is looking into ways to move beyond Flash for it's videos. I hope they have a solution in place when the iPad starts shipping because i think the demand will be great once people start getting their hands on them and seeing how intuitive a great multi-touch interface can be on a larger screen.