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Now that’s research and not just another rumour piece fresh from the reliable person everyone seems to know these days.
I still maintain, if iPhone unveiling was any clue, Apple’s design will think differently. But at least these guys have a decent shot at it that is comparable with a context.
the only thing I keep missing is the “why”? All this hullaballoo about a tablet that doesn’t fill a mysterious niche, doesn’t create a new way to compute, and frankly does nothing to replace the touch/iphone. I could see if they were doing the 10″ inch netMac for $500 with a touch panel replacing the keyboard, but the whole tablet market is rather pointless
Are there actually Mac and iPhone users awaiting this tablet? or just the rest of the world?
How long does before a rumored announcement event does Apple normally make the event official?
The rumor is that they will announce something on the 27th right? So that’s 2 weeks from today. Wouldn’t they need to make it official like real quick to give people a chance to make plans to attend?
Here’s my guess: the tablet will feature tactile feedback (haptic).
This time, Apple will be making physical keyboards 100% irrelevant.
People are still trying to figure out multi-touch, well, more is coming.
It’s funny how analysts don’t report that much on this possible feature.
@ Troy
Yep, I’m really looking forward to eh… whatever it’ll be called.
I still remember my first thoughts when I took my iPhone from it’s box: this is heavyer and bigger than my current phone. But it didn’t take me long to realise that, because of the near-perfect shape and the smooth surfaces, it actually was much more comfortable to carry around and use. I count on Apple playing this trick again; I’d love to have a “big iPhone”!
Give it a rest, already!
The announcement will come soon enough!
@qka
“The announcement will come soon enough!”
Or, it won’t.
@ShadowOfDoubt
Here is my take on the Tablet. – Replacement for laptop
Who wants the Apple Tablet? People who want easy access to email, web, phone, pictures, music and applications whether off the shelf or proprietary.
They Include but are not limited to:
Doctors, Nurses, Dentists, Lawyers, Sales Reps, Manufacturers, Waitresses,
Cab Drivers, Pilots, Military, CEOs, CFOs, CIOs, Teachers, Retailers, PR People, HR, Graphic Design, Printing, Advertising, Door to Door Everyone,
Garbage Men, Vets, Grocery Stores, Inventory Management, Electric and Gas Meter Readers, US Census, Workers, Construction Workers, Carpenters, Electricians, Plumbers, Flight Attendants, Mechanics, Food Service Workers, Astronauts, Payload Specialists, Scientists, Toddlers, Tweeners, Teenagers, Young Adults, Middle Age People, Retired People,
Mothers, Fathers, Priests, Nuns, Fisherman, Farmers, Hair Stylists, Real Estate Agents, Mortgage Brokers, Bankers, Tellers, Politicians, Dictators,
Terrorists, Truck Drivers, Hookers, Models, Photographers.
Sorry if I missed anyone. Perhaps I can get a little help.
Oh yeah one more, GEEKS, they are going to love it.
And we need a water proof tablet for those Deadliest Catch guys,
They never get the crab count right….
they forgot this “likely” gem:
http://www.derekunderwood.com/general-computer/details-regarding-new-apple-touch-netbook/
@genus
Oh yes, every one on your list is using a tablet right now, and they are waiting for Apple to bring them into the next century with a touch screen. That’s why tablets are such a huge market and Apple’s so late getting their slice. NOT
Tablets are ludicrous.
@ShadowOfDoubt
Everyone on that list could benefit from an intuitive, lightweight, hand-computer,
(I think I will coin that word), that does not need to be opened or held by two hands. Why did HP and those that came before Apple fail ? one word, wait for it,
wait for it, Windows.
Taah Daadh , By the way Shadow, lighten up !!!
Must have photo and video import.
@genus
Still haven’t heard a reason for the tablet that isn’t covered by the touch or a mac book. Hold it in one hand and point with your finger? That’s the touch. email/web/apps? touch. Bigger screen? laptop.
Not that Apple can’t go back on itself and make a net mac book. And Apple could stick their logo on a jacket and the faithful will run out and buy it but that still doesn’t answer the question…
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I really dont care about the iWhatever, what I really want is a 60+ gb nano for under 200 dollars.
On the 27th, I still think a 2 hour (maybe 3) programming lecture from Bertrand Serlet on the Xsan would be AWESOME.
Screw the pundits. Get it right.
To Genius Onsite:
Well said. Many will understand, Some are doomed to dumbassery.
Touch/iPhone is limited to those who can read/deal with the small screen; both my parents-in-law would benefit from a device with a larger screen for mobile Web surfing, book/document reading (my MIL was just commenting that most hardcovers are too big for her to handle, especially in bed), etc. In fact, my MIL has been in the hospital & intermediate care since New Year’s; a tablet loaded with some good movies and books, plus a good set of headphones, would have been perfect. Not everyone has eyes that can handle the iPhone/touch sized screen.
@justme2
I agree with that eye-sight business.
Problem is that when screen resolution goes up, the relative size of menus and dialogues goes down.
Just saw the 27″ iMac for the first time, and while the screen if fabulous for movies etc, I really had to squint, to read program messages, etc.
Therefore, I hope the tablet offers font-size and GUI adjustments, to allow your MiL and me, to read for extended periods of time.
Apple’s product design is legendary in the industry for innovation, inspiration and imagination, but it’s often the more glamorous products.
i really like.
http://newinapple.com/