I realise this isn't addressing your point, but if a browser with tabs is your major objection to the iPad, I would heartily recommend iCab Mobile. It's full of

I realise this isn't addressing your point, but if a browser with tabs is your major objection to the iPad, I would heartily recommend iCab Mobile. It's full of power user features including 'real' tabs and costs $1.99. http://www.icab.de/mobile.html http://www.icab.de/mobile.html In answer to your actual question, I think Apple will address the more specific needs of power users when they feel they can do it without compromising.