I would put an iPad or smartphone somewhere between a general purpose computer and a fixed-function device. I think that has actually been the core of their suc

I would put an iPad or smartphone somewhere between a general purpose computer and a fixed-function device. I think that has actually been the core of their success. They have the features of general purpose devices that most people care about without the hassle of having to maintain a device (which I enjoy, but my parents certainly do not)