The only activity I can think of that benefits from a smaller size is typing. I have large hands and typing while holding my iPad in either orientation is cumbe

The only activity I can think of that benefits from a smaller size is typing. I have large hands and typing while holding my iPad in either orientation is cumbersome. Even if typing is easier I don't think I'd purchase a smaller Apple tablet unless it fits in my jacket or pants pocket like an iPhone. My ideal mobile phone/tablet is the largest iPhone that doesn't require another carrying bag. To keep things easy for developers the pixel dimensions would be the same as an existing device. The pixel density could vary with the smaller screen size.