You are so right! I put together a slide show from iPhoto, selected the music I wanted, and tucked it under my arm. We went off to the family gathering for easter dinner. It was so quick and easy to do.
I will still use my MacBook Pro, of course, for productive work, creating content. I design Aran sweaters, and how wonderful to be able to put the pattern charts into iPhoto, and take along with me. The iPad fits neatly into my knitting bag, and I can refer to the chart when needed. These were always too small on the iPhone.
I also do presentation drawings for an architect. I can do these on my MacBook Pro, and then take them to a meeting on the iPad for discussion and display. WONDERFUL not to have to lug the Pro around, and so much safer, too.
For traveling, I can put only the Audible books, Kindle books, and eReader books that I am presently reading. No need to haul the whole library, which stays at home on the Pro.
The more I use the keyboard, the more I love it.
There are cheaper digital picture frames. Some even have apps and connect to the internet, all for less than $200.