This really blows. I wonder what the holdup is? I hope this does not turn into tethering for the IPhone.

I doubt it. It's probably just a manufacturing issue... I bet they're expecting a large amount of orders for these accessories So they're stockpiling them until they can build up enough stock to sell them in volume.

Ok, this is an article waiting for a misunderstanding. The orders are NOT delayed. Rather, Apple ships the products once they're made. This means that people have currently bought all stock to be produced in April (in the case of the keyboard and power adapter) and Apple will ship ones purchased now when they are available, meaning after they are produced. There is no delay, just limited quantities. It's called first come, first served. You buy late, you receive late.

Doesn't a 10W power adapter ship in the box with the iPad? That's what it says on the Apple Store page. But then what appears to be the same adapter is listed under accessories. So, that is confusing.

Also, isn't this the same power adapter that works for the iPhone? Or not?

Ah yes, the must have new product fever I had for the iPad has now dissipated with all these product delays.

I realize I'm a "Pro User" and have more mature computing needs and thus need a real computer, not a device dependent upon one. I also can get e-books on my MBP which has a nice non-reflective screen and stands all by itself, no extra leg help needed.

However if I know if any of my friends who have young children where the iPad would be of assistance I certainly will point them into that direction. Eventually those children will need to learn a real windows based GUI to function in society and get a job, so the sooner they transfer to a MacBook the better. But until then, a little extra structure doesn't hurt.

A Mac Tablet the iPad is not, although Apple tries to cleverly market it like that.

I know some other sites are selling iPad accessories like cases, sleeves, chargers and adapters, but can one buy 3rd party keyboard docks or camera kits?

I thought the reason Apple pulled out of macworld was so they could release their products whenever they want and when they are ready to go.

I just checked my order and there has been no change in delivery dates. They are still quoting April 3rd for the case, April 15th for the dock and late April for the iPad 3G+WiFi. It appears the new dates are only for subsequent orders.

I just called Apple and they confirmed that my orders of 2 iPads, 2 cases and 1 dock will be shipped on time and that only subsequent orders that have been submitted after the date the iPads went on sale will be delayed. This is purely another example of demand outstripping supply. Good news for me though, sorry for those who waited.