I have a cousin whose mode of operation is to stay three years behind on the phone releases. Because really all the new stuff is quite unnecessary, and not even that much more useful than the older stuff, it really works for her. Every time she upgrades, things feel so much newer to her, but she barely pays anything because everyone else thinks it's old news. But it's new to her. I think that mindset is really good when dealing with technology. Simplify, step back, and just enjoy what you have. Don't worry too much about all those weird new things you could have but probably would never use. It's advice I think all of us can use ^^ (except those that actually use all of their gadgets to the maximum, but I dont know anyone who actually does that)
A more pertinent response to your question would be that I feel similarly to you. I dont have too many gadgets, but I definitely know where you're coming from and exactly the reason why I think tablets are a horrible idea (at least for me)