Seriously, everyone that comments about OS limitations on either hardware is an idiot. Both notebooks are completely capable of running Vista/XP/Linux/OSX. My Lenovo x61 tablet has Vista/OSX/Ubuntu. Install whatever OS you like.

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The idea behind these platforms is that all this technology is available elsewhere but when the right technology is bundled together it makes for a complete package.

It seems as though everyone agrees that Centrino is a great platform. What is at the heart of a Centrino notebook? An Intel Pentium M processor. You can get notebooks with just that processor (non-centrino branded) and you can also get notebooks with built in Wi-Fi, etc. But when all the features are bundled together the device works better and seemlessly overall. I think that's what Intel is trying to achieve. They are trying to set a standard and make things easier for consumers. They are saying that that a certain set of components bundled together are neccessary for home entertainment, for business use and for easy mobility. These different uses are addressed by each platform. This makes it especially easy for consumers without much knowledge to go into a store and buy a product that will do what they need to the full extent. If you go into your average electronic store most of the kids working in them are not as well trained on products as they need to be. I think this platformization can possibly help.

Also, I think as the platforms mature this will become more clear.

Josh, have you heard of virtualization technology? This isn't exactly the same as Viiv where certain features are required and no new technology. Virtualization allows you to run multiple OSes at the same time without using an emulator. Also there seem to be some other features that make IT's life a lot easier and a lot of these features will actually be used in large corporations. This isn't just a marketing ploy, it's actually some new technology and they beat AMD to it so I wouldn't be so quick to knock it.

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I can't wait for this phone to come state-side and Engadget rules for having the latest details.

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