We've had a lust affair with the
Flybook line of ultra-portables ever since we spotted the
V33i model last year. Today, Dialogue announced that they'll be offering the Flybook V33i (pictured) to Japan with the option for built-in WWAN for HSDPA/UMTS/EDGE/GPRS/GPS connectivity. Oh never mind that Japan hasn't even
launched their HSDPA service yet,
this chicken has hatched and set to roll on July 4th for ¥268,800 (about $2,336). Just enough time for local carriers to meet their most aggressive launch targets. Oh, and remember that "airline friendly"
Flybook VM we saw at Computex? Well, the little Core Duo, swing-arm pup will be turned out in Japan on June 20th for ¥216,000, or about $1,877 hard cash. VM action pics after the break.
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posted Jun 15th 2006 9:20AM
When can we buy them in the US?! That Flybook VM in Orange/Yellow is awesome!
My only question is why don't either of these come with Windows XP Tablet edition?
Why do I need my screen to be able to move a few inches closer and block my keyboard?
Chris,
You're obviously not over 6 feet tall and tried using a laptop on a plane.
Anyone know the max tilt angle on this thing? I used to take the train to work and would have killed for something like this.
Chris you obviously have not mastered the art of touch typing.
It's such an ingenious and simple idea...why hasn't anyone else thought of this??
beautiful. I too know the pain of long legs/arms and a complete lack of legroom. Also nice to keep the screen closer to you (less reading over shoulders) without cramping your arms.
Wow!! The ergonomics of raising the screen would be terrific. I get a back and shoulder ache after using my notebook.
These are now available in North America in Black and Silver the other colors will be out by April / 07. If anyone wants further information, please feel free to contact me. Patrick Hanson at Patrick@shopflybook.com or 888 FLY NERD (888-359-6373)