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Most internet-savvy users who are desperate to have the net on tap 24/7 will have already invested in a laptop or have easy-access to a PC. These users almost certainly have a modern mobile phone, all of which come with some sort of basic web access and internet functionality.
The tablet certainly offers a bigger screen and resolution than most phones, but compared to something like Nokia’s own N73, and upcoming N95, the additional screen real estate is almost certainly not necessary considering the extra burden of carrying the device around along with your internet-equipped large-screen mobile, and the small issue of a further £280.
Don’t get us wrong – it’s an attractive product, with well-designed software and an easy-to-use interface, but we’re just not sure who’d want or need such a device, especially when you consider the limitations of the available software.
The lack of PIM software, compatibility with Microsoft/Yahoo/AOL instant messaging, built-in telephony, ensures the device has limited uses.
A nice product, which performs well, but is only appealing to a very small niche market.
The Good
Does what it says on the tin
Attractive styling and good screenThe Bad
Quite expensive
Limited built-in applicationsThe Ugly
Very limited uses….and very limited market
No built-in telephony supportSource: The Inquirer
I’m going to have to agree with this one. It is too limited in function, especially justifying the price when you see Dell ads for $600 laptops.
That being said, it is an amazing technical achievement for what it does. More of a device trying to find a market then a device trying to fill a market need.
About The Author
Stefan Constantinescu
Stefan Constantinescu (@WhatTheBit on Twitter) has loved technology since as far back as he can remember. It started with computers, but in the past few years his passion has turned to mobile devices. As a mobile phone enthusiast who lives and breathes devices that connect to the internet, he knows he is not alone with this radical fascination of all things wireless. He is strongly opinionated and enjoys a good debate so leave comments in his posts and he’ll get back to you! Stefan began blogging as a hobby in the fall of 2006 and joined IntoMobile in the summer of 2007. Later he got a job at Nokia in March 2008, but as of June 2009 he has rejoined the IntoMobile team. He is currently based out of Helsinki, Finland.
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