You've heard the hype about the iPad and seen the photos of excited people waving their new purchases.

While Apple has captured the headlines, there's actually a stream of tablet computers entering the market from the likes of Dell and Gateway as well as lesser-known labels like DRS Tactical and LXE.

The devices are being positioned as something between a smart phone and a laptop. The question for credit unions is, if these devices catch on, will members be using them for mobile banking, boosting the ranks of those who rely on an electronic link to their accounts?