Does anyone want a portable computer without a battery? That's the question to which Samsung is hoping the answer is "yes" with their announcement of the new G25.
It's a foldable form factor, just like a notebook, but it lacks a battery of any kind. They seem to be targeting folks who want a movable computer but don't really need to be "mobile." Students moving back and forth to school come to mind, or perhaps those who don't want to maintain a second computer at the house in the Hamptons.
I can also see this appealing to those who are a bit intimidated by full-blown PCs as it's a good deal less physically imposing, but has a full sized keyboard, a 19" widescreen display, and a cozy 320GB hard drive. As was observed elsewhere, the lack of a battery ought to make it pretty lightweight. All that for under $1,100 -- not too shabby.
So what do you think? Is this a good idea, or Samsungs next entry into
CNet TV's Top Five Biggest Flops?
Source
I4U News, via
Sci-Fi's Tech Blog.