Virtual screens with 2 sticks could be a good idea - the reason why virtual monitors suck in Windows is because you're using the same input device both for moving the cursor and adjusting what part of the virtual screen is showing. However - that keyboard looks like CRAP. Besides the fact that it's going to be ridiculously difficult to type at any sort of speed when it's on a desk, the learning curve of typing on it when it's folded back is impossibly high. I think I like the idea of 2 trackpoints (aka eraser heads, what you see on a lot of Thinkpads, not touchpads) a lot better than this idea.
Furthermore, the idea nowadays is to make interfaces MORE intuitive, where you can use a device without having to look at the manual. Tell me, how is that possible with this?! Also, this redefines "thick", at least in how it looks in the video.
From first glance, I'd have to say I'm gonna wait for more details. If it's under $200, less than 2 lbs (preferably one), and can fit in an oversized pocket, then I'll think about it. Otherwise, it just makes more sense to either go with an EeePC or some other 2-3 lb laptop - just how much mobility do you really need?
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Virtual screens with 2 sticks could be a good idea - the reason why virtual monitors suck in Windows is because you're using the same input device both for moving the cursor and adjusting what part of the virtual screen is showing. However - that keyboard looks like CRAP. Besides the fact that it's going to be ridiculously difficult to type at any sort of speed when it's on a desk, the learning curve of typing on it when it's folded back is impossibly high. I think I like the idea of 2 trackpoints (aka eraser heads, what you see on a lot of Thinkpads, not touchpads) a lot better than this idea.
Furthermore, the idea nowadays is to make interfaces MORE intuitive, where you can use a device without having to look at the manual. Tell me, how is that possible with this?! Also, this redefines "thick", at least in how it looks in the video.
From first glance, I'd have to say I'm gonna wait for more details. If it's under $200, less than 2 lbs (preferably one), and can fit in an oversized pocket, then I'll think about it. Otherwise, it just makes more sense to either go with an EeePC or some other 2-3 lb laptop - just how much mobility do you really need?