There are a few reasons.  Currently, I don't need one.  With all the Tweets this weekend from all of you who plunked down your $$499, I do have #iPadenvy.  I'm sure that the awesome factor of the iPad is definitely worth the price.  Yes, I do plan on visiting the Apple store soon to check it out in person.  However, for the time being, I will defer my purchase.  I have an iPhone 3GS and a 2 year old MacBook Pro, among my plethora of technology.  (Both of which are the coolest devices I've ever owned.  And, yes I've owned a lot of gadgets)

I have a had a few clients ask my about the viability of the iPad.  As with any technology recommendations, I always defer to its intended use.  I personally, carry my iPhone and a MSI Netbook.  I don't read e-Books or watch video on a regular basis, so the iPad wouldn't serve a direct need for me.

My wife (@stephhmoonphoto)and I were discussing the iPad over the weekend.  She is a photographer, and I think the iPad would be an awesome device for showing her portfolio to her clients.  (The cool factor would be off the charts)  I think the most traction for the business use of the iPad would come from universities for digital textbooks, doctors for electronic medical records (EMR) , real estate agents or any other similar line of business.

Yes, I will be actively trying to find a business excuse need for the iPad, but, for now, I will hold off.

PS.  Those of you that employ heavy use of Flash on your websites may want to rethink things.