I don't think that would be best for the system, especially since the tab is a big push for it. If they sold me a console without the tab I probably won't buy it later, period. I'm not sure about other gamers, but for me, I'd like a new SKU with more capacity and a better battery life, and of course games. Once I see those the system will look more attractive.
Playstation = The Beast from the East
Sony + Nintendo = WIN! PS3 + PSV + PS4 + Wii U + 3DS