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Originally Posted by Timoleon
We can't say we're mesmerized by any of 'em, but we're curious if you feel any different -- would you drop coin on any of these machines?"
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Well, since it is non-x86 box, and in descending order if importance, if :
- screen is one of Pixel Qi new babies, and of sufficient resolution to deal with letter-sized PDF's
- battery operated time when performing simple tasks (reading) is, at least, 8-10 hours
- the gadget is open platform (HW schematics and details either free download or readily available to the OSS community)
- the price is right (sub $300)
- access to battery (packs) easy, they are made to be replaced by the end-user
- two SD (or equivalent) slots, 256MB+ RAM on board, headphone jack, a couple of USB 2.0 ports (I don't care about built-in WiFi) ...
- there is some form of Linux (sources available) running on the machine by the time of the launch
... then yes, I would buy it.