I want an iPod Touch with a 12-14 inch screen and the width of a Macbook Air. I want to cradle my computer in my hand or lap and read it like a book. I don’t want to use a mouse or keyboard unless absolutely necessary. My fingers work just fine.
The majority of my life is centered around the internet. A powerful computer (like my Macbook Pro) is great for a few specialized tasks that really push it (which I personally enjoy doing to hardware). However, a huge percentage (90% or more) of the time I spend sitting in front of the computer is spent online. My email is held on some magic google server. My news comes from websites, I can do everything with my pictures online, and I can track my friend’s lives online, and I can write documents, create spreadsheets and presentations online. I don’t need a strong processor.
What I need is a strong internet connection.
I don’t care who makes this device (and sorry, Nokia, but your N800 does not cut it. I have used it and it misses the mark). I have a feeling this device will come from Apple. The phone manufacturers couldn’t produce an iPhone and computer makers still can’t make a system that is as quiet, cool, or small as my Macbook Pro (if judged by the same techical specs).
I’m looking to the future…
April 3, 2008 at 6:22 am |
Ever heard of the asus eeepc? The new version has a 10 inch touchscreen and costs about $400.
So apple won’t be the first.
And computer makers have made/make better looking high-end computers than the macbook pro.
Have a look at alienware, shuttle and dozens of others.
April 3, 2008 at 10:18 am |
Linuxowns,
I have heard of the Asus eeepc. It is a very cool computer. However, it does not have a touchscreen.
And yes, other manufacturers have made computers that compare favorably with the Macbook Pro. I cant quibble with you on looks — that is person (nor did I say that I necessarily love the looks of the MBP).
But Apple does one thing better than anybody else — create brilliantly designed computers. My MBP is quieter, lighter, and sleeker than any computer with similar specs. The same goes for the Air, and iPhone/iPod Touch. Apple is not necessarily the first to use the technology but they tend to perfect it.
April 4, 2008 at 7:34 am |
The new version (it isn’t out yet) will have a touch screen, sorry for the confusion.
Apple does have great designs, you can’t argue with that.
I’m just saying there are other computers that look great.