In less than a month since its release, Apple has sold its 1 millionth iPad according to an Apple announcement this morning. 1 million in a month and they haven’t even begun selling outside the U.S. Analysts were predicting 3-5 million prior to its launch and I’m sure are scrambling to redefine those numbers. With Mothers Day, Fathers Day and graduation approaching along with the international availability they may hit those predictions prior to Q4. If Apple drops the price before the holidays, they may end up well over 10 million units in 2010. Remarkable. But what does it mean for computing.

First off, I think it says people want to be online where ever they are. We sort of knew that based on iPhone and smart phone usage but this shows people want to do more while they move around their home and outside their homes.

It says to me that people want simple, fast and reliable. It’s not about megahertz and megabytes, its about getting me the information I want easily and quickly and without headaches.

It says to me that software development and sales of applications is going to continue to change. A balance between completely open and completely closed is being defined. Open enough to allow the creative energies of thousands of developers but closed enough to maintain some order, prevent malware and create an easy ecosystem for purchasing.

It is changing the way people consume media. In my opinion, there is no better way to read a newspaper. I haven’t tried a full book on it yet but I’ve read pieces of books and it is fantastic. The photo experience is fantastic, games are incredible.

This device is a game changer, pay attention!