It is time!
I know it would fare quite well against the Google Nexus 7 and Amazon Kindle Fire. Forget the pundits, analysts and competitors shouting that its a bad idea, they have been wrong every time. Quit with all the hints, hype and rumors and do it already! Work around the carrier subsidy swindle and make a device priced right with features that push the Fire and Nexus 7 to the curb.
I have held off going after a top end iPad or lower priced alternative. An iPad Mini would be right in the sweet spot and without a doubt the perfect Xmas present. I am sure this is also the thought of many other potential owners.

It is a bullseye!