I just need a device that allows me to send/receive e-mails and surf the net. I never download music or films. My 3-year old laptop is fine, but it is heavy to carry to New Zealand. (There are at least three computers in my daughter's house, but they always seem to be in use, and I like to have my own 'Favourites' available'
As a fast touch typist, I also like to use a keyboard, but I could manage with a touch screen for my travels. I will be buying in the UK, when I visit, because they are much cheaper than in France.
Would an i-pad meet my needs, and is there anything cheaper that is reliable?
(I think a tablet is just a small laptop with a 10" screen - is that right?)