interesting times
"Intel believes the spark for innovation can come from anywhere,"
in other words...
'cos it($$$) sure as hell isnt' going to be coming out of microsoft any time soon...
or is that just wishful thinking on my part?
Ever wonder who's going to invent the next big thing in computers? Just look in the mirror. Of course, we're speaking about the fellow standing next to you. The world's just terribly unfair. But there's also a minute chance some tech innovation is rattling about your synaptic connections too. Intel and Asus are betting on it …
So, they want someone to come up with a compelling vision of the laptot future and will reward them with gift vouchers? I think not.
Android and open source hardware projects are a better fit for user driven hardware development.
Some of this stems from the arrogance of hardware manufacturers. It's an attitude of build it and they shall come. There isn't always an effective communication channel between users and manufacturers. Some manufacturers are better than others. I've had some interesting email conversations with some, but no response from others.
Please Sirs. I would like:
Ultrasonic Broadband - ScreamingPorpoiseNet based on modulating a data stream over the panicked squeals and clicks of half-chewed cetaceans.
Ampullae of Lorenzini driven user interface - Thrash about like a dying seal to make your selection from a number of PIM applications. Bleed slowly into the water to start IE. Float listlessly on the undersea currents to surf El Reg.
Pirate-themed navigation - "Arrrrgh! Take two steps towards yon Mount'n o Bones and ye be at yer treasured destination!"
Proactive malware removal - Remora Antivirus ("Will nibble your dorsals till your barnacles drop off!")
I could go on... Actually, no. I am tapped.
The perfect lap top for me would have to be externally the size shape and feel of Angelina Jolie wriggling a bit. Internally, like Angelina Jolie, but with massive memory and a super fast processor configured to respond only to me. Okay Intel, Asus, over to you. Oh I'd like it by next week please, the missus is away and it will allow me some personal time to get the feel of my new laptop!