As I preserve my right to free thinking that is the only conclusion by my side.
And let us be honest; what are the most used types of applications used on iPad? Streaming and web browsing.
I agree it is a very capable computer but there is a fine distinction between "being able" and "acting".
I never met anyone doing anything useful on the iPad besides email.
One thing is missing; The iPad is a very capable computer without a capable interface. Putting that in context it is, in most cases, computer made for streaming useless content.
And yes, others see it as a machine for useless content but they will not articulate it in that way.