Is a tablet practical for me? Help

Very low prices here on tablets now. I am in the house with my very ill wife all day but do have this PC which I can access occasionally. I am thinking in terms of a tablet to use in the room with my wife as a diversion from TV. Is it feasible? Any nice suggestions would be appreciated.

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