I'd argue it does, IF you have a DESKTOP at home. If you have a home base computer, it (or any other tablet) has completely obfuscated the need for a "traveling computer". Now, just use the iPad (with or without a keyboard) and that's all you need to be away from home.
It doesn't replace a laptop. It created its own niche in between a laptop and a phone,
I'd argue it does, IF you have a DESKTOP at home. If you have a home base computer, it (or any other tablet) has completely obfuscated the need for a "traveling computer". Now, just use the iPad (with or without a keyboard) and that's all you need to be away from home.