Thunder E from BooredAtWork has a great article up on the Microsoft courier and how he feels Microsoft hit it right on the nose with this one. Here is a except from the article and be sure to head over to the link inside to read the full story.
Microsoft Courier. Why Microsoft has it right this time
Over the years we have seen MS attempts to promote the next big thing, from the tablet PC running on windows xp with non-captive touch screens. To the ill-fated umpc that didn’t have the right OS or processor to boot. Through this process Apple has been acknowledged as the true innovator in the tech world, with the heralding of the Ipod, Iphone and stylish Mac books. This assumption might continue with its rumored Apple tablet (iSlate), speculated to debut in Jan 25th at Apple’s event.
The question is, what’s the big deal with a touch screen computer? Aren’t traditional laptops good enough. What about netbooks, aren’t they small and portable enough for the size conscious consumer?
The answer here is not about practicality or portability. But it rests with the assumption that consumers want their technology to evolve with their expectation. We want star trek tech today! Ease of use with our fingers, gesture controls that not only look cool but are practically cool. We are tired of the physical keyboard, the mouse was a great input tool, but its old. We want to feel in control, like we created the technology when showing off to friends.
So how does Microsoft have it right with Courier and Apple by all rumored indication is moving on a more traditional path with the iSlate.
Full Article here @ BooredAtWork
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