Josh

Whilst I think the iPad is overpriced and i'm not a huge fan, you've not exactly compared like-with-like or added any value for touch. How about weight, form factor, apps & games? I could see the EEE being more awkward to use on the Tube for example.

Or, for £599 you get the 3G (but 32Gb) iPad, does require a monthly data contract but does provide you with internet anywhere with phone coverage. You could tether an Android with a laptop though, although hardly as seamless, requiring cables (can you force the phone to not charge if you need?) or battery-draining Bluetooth.

Personally, it's still not worth the extra £250, however there's still the 16GB iPad @ £429 and (although a limitation) the space doesn't get much use with an iPad. Makes it a bit competitive for certain uses. Why would YOU buy an iPad? Probably no reason to.

I'd say least objective comparison I've seen on the iPad in some time.