I agree on the repair issue because the Air is in the same boat and I just get Apple Care and don't sweat it. I also agree that unless you need major power, which I assume you do not, or plan to watch a lot of movies on the lappy, then the Air is the way to go. I do not agree, however, that an iPad replaces a laptop for mobile use. Too limited and if you need to type then you are stuck carrying a keyboard.