Comments on: Apple Working on "Bathroom Web Surfing" iTablet Since 2003

By: Nicole Nixon Ripsy

Nicole Nixon Ripsy — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 02:28:20 +0000

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By: Miravlix

Miravlix — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 10:03:51 +0000

I do think we need to move away from the Desktop Computer and into the future with a computer base station somewhere hidden in the house and everything else communicates with this base station.

Then the tablet would become a controller/keyboard for you 50" TV, Fridge, Stereo, Coffee Maker and a monitor in case your somewhere else than where you normally has viewing equipment.

The problem is this computer house is not something we will get anytime soon, we are slowly inching closer to machines that talk to each other, but there is still to many monopoly wars going on for it to become normal and need a generation or more of competition before companies is forced to compete by being able to talk to everyone else.

By: Chobbs1

Chobbs1 — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:04:58 +0000

Itablet idea is stupid. No need for it it at all. I for one would not buy this. Let it go Apple and stay focused on the hardware that have real uses.

By: BigMeat

BigMeat — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 22:54:56 +0000

@ sting7k

exactly what I'm doing rite now!!!! Lol

By: SpiceRak2

SpiceRak2 — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 19:52:36 +0000

I think the main difference being pursued here is the data entry and web browsing...ultimately, it is the multi-touch screen that makes the product unique from netbooks/laptops etc.

I guess we are supposed to picture whole libraries of textbooks available (rather than lugging around heavy books) and keyboard-free notation and navigation, in addition to all the features of the standard netbook. It is, in theory, supposed to be the workhorse that the iPhone can not really be for professional/collegiate application.

Again, the question is: What about the average user who already owns a netbook and a smartphone, not to mention the home PC/Mac? Will there be a need for this device in the mainstream? That's the challenge for these companies, I think.

By: mikee d.

mikee d. — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 19:51:11 +0000

not many ppl have enough cash for that kind of equipment Hans, therefor there could possibly be a market for a tablet if it can replace a desktop... the world may never know for sure until it's finally anounced.

By: Hans

Hans — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:50:39 +0000

I use an iPhone + MacBook Air on the road, iMac at home.

I can't see anything usefull in a 10 inch tablet.

By: Bryan

Bryan — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:55:04 +0000

The media's current description of the Apple Tablet is unappealing. I'm glad that Jobs knows that. This gives me hope that Apple will not release a redundant large iPhone.

By: sting7k

sting7k — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:33:44 +0000

I can already ready surf the web in the bathroom with my iPhone. Next...

By: Msousa

Msousa — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:17:54 +0000

I'm hoping this tablet can replace my home computer where I sync my iPhone. Would be nice if I synced with the tablet.

By: iME

iME — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:52:01 +0000

If the itablet cost as much as a clip board or spiral notebook I'd take two. Otherwise I don't see the point either.

By: fastlane

fastlane — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:07:25 +0000

No OS X...

No CS4...

No dice...

By: UntidyGuy

UntidyGuy — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:05:49 +0000

That's like saying that there's no point in using a clipboard if you could use a spiral notepad or a ledger.

By: Rich

Rich — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:55:52 +0000

I honestly don't see the point to an itablet. This is what a MacBook and an iPhone is for if you want mobility.

By: SpiceRak2

SpiceRak2 — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:27:49 +0000

I read this article from the Times last night.

Some of my take-aways:

Previous attempts to launch a successful tablet PC were hampered by the lack of technology we see today, such as video, tv, network support, etc. They were no more than glorified PDAs. Tech has essentially caught up to the concept.

Still, with smartphone devices like the iPhone currently on the market, the question remains as to whether the mainstream will have a non-redundant use for both the tablet and smartphone.

By: Xultar

Xultar — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:18:51 +0000

I'm not sold on a tablet format even if the great almighty Jobs is on the design team.