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    11/17/09

    In reply to Remainders - Stuff We Didn't Post (and Why)
    Oh, although it's a cumbersome solution if you can get your 360 plugged into a computer with wireless you can get it online that way. It's a little fiddly as you have to set up a shared connection for it but it's a cheaper alternative to a dedicated adaptor. It works for PS3's too, which is useful if you want to connect your PSP to your PS3 via adhoc and don't have access to a wired connection.

    Just to note any sort of wireless bridge will do the same job as MS's wireless adaptor too. #gizmodoremainders
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    11/17/09

    In reply to Remainders - Stuff We Didn't Post (and Why)
    I don't find anything that odd about the general premise of there being different tablets with different connections.

    I imagine that VZW will offer one for their network, AT&T one for theirs, and the generic one that comes from the apple store would only have wi-fi. Or maybe the device will have the guts for 3G (various bands) and wi-fi and you just pick a carrier.

    Maybe not. Now that I typed it out it does seem complicated but I could see it. #gizmodoremainders
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    Image of Nathan Obbards Nathan Obbards
    11/17/09

    @tande04: ''you just pick a carrier''

    I choose mosquito!

    ...sorry, I am really feeling this stout. #gizmodoremainders
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    11/17/09

    @tande04: I don't know about the whole "pick your own carrier" thing, but I'm sure they will be tied to at least one carrier, sort of like 3G netbooks are now. However, there are models of netbooks without 3G, like my Asus Eee that are wi-fi only and are not tied to a carrier.

    Where have I seen this from Apple before...iPhone/iPod Touch...? Hmmmm.....

    Apple isn't going to "confuse consumers". I'm siding with the analysts in my beliefs about the Apple tablet on this one. I believe one model will have 3g with (most likely) AT&T, and one with just wi-fi.

    Some consumers NEED internet everywhere. That's what the 3G model is for. However, I'm sure Apple knows that a HUGE customer base simply won't be attracted to ANOTHER contract on top of their iPhone, which is why they will opt for the non-3G model (as I know I will).

    When you think about it, it makes more sense to have two models than just one 3G-only model.

    Or maybe Apple will cater to the consumer and let you just insert your SIM to pick your carrier, like every GSM device should be... #gizmodoremainders
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    11/17/09

    @ovil200: There were 3G notebooks and netbooks that were sold without being tied to a carrier well before the carriers started subsidizing them.

    My notebook at my old job had a VZW chip in it, just not activated. If you go to customize a laptop you almost always get that choice as well. You pay full price (no subsidy) but you're not locked into anything. Seems like the carriers are starting to get more comfortable with the idea of being just a pipeline.

    The only problem might be how much bulk both (three?) cards take up in the tablet. #gizmodoremainders
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    Image of Nathan Obbards Nathan Obbards
    11/17/09

    In reply to Remainders - Stuff We Didn't Post (and Why)
    Dan, you know I love you and all, but I'm just not sure I'm comfortable with an ass-slap.

    Also, if the Apple Tablet will keep a girlfriend from leaving, will it get me one. My couch needs a cuddle buddy and I think I'd be willing to pay the Apple tax for one. #gizmodoremainders
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    11/04/09

    In reply to Alex Reader Hands-On Lusty Pictures
    I just have to say again... this is the coolest most promising gadget I've seen in a while. #alexreader
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    11/04/09

    In reply to Alex Reader Hands-On Lusty Pictures
    Very very cool idea, now we're talking......I'm tempted to buy this product. I really haven't given the kindle/nook a second thought.

    They just need to work out where we can buy books from. How come Wally World hasnt come out with downloadable e-books??

    I'd prefer not to shop at wally world but wtf else is going to do it?? Seriously a no brainer here people.. #alexreader
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    11/04/09

    In reply to Alex Reader Hands-On Lusty Pictures
    You can definitely see the nook similarities. I'd sue too. #alexreader
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    Image of Cogito Ergo Bibo Cogito Ergo Bibo
    11/04/09

    In reply to Alex Reader Hands-On Lusty Pictures
    And I don't mind its extra thickness.


    That's what she said. #alexreader
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    11/04/09

    In reply to Alex Reader Hands-On Lusty Pictures
    When do you get your hands on one? #alexreader
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    11/04/09

    In reply to Alex Reader Hands-On Lusty Pictures
    What's "capacitative"? #alexreader
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    11/04/09

    @HeroOfTomorrow: Don't fool with Jesus otherwise you're liable to find out what 'banhammer' means... #alexreader
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    11/04/09

    @Jrsy Devil's Advocate®: Woe is me, woe is me. I will retreat to the farthest corners of the dark dungeons of the internet and sulk. #alexreader
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    11/04/09

    In reply to Alex Reader Hands-On Lusty Pictures
    I think this feature creep of the ebook reader is appealing on some level, but ultimately pointless. There's too much crossover with smartphones and PMPs. ebook readers should focus on being good ebook readers, not trying to play music and video and widgets and whatnot. #alexreader
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    11/04/09

    @weatherman: In essence, I must agree. I simply use my smartphone to read all the books I want and with the TP2's larger screen it is even better than my previous ebook reader. #alexreader
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    Image of brianmi40 brianmi40
    11/04/09

    @weatherman: Totally. This form factor should offer much more functionality than just a book reader / MP3 player. Devices like the Archos PC Tablet running Windows 7, or an Apple Tablet should squash this market except for the PC phobic users that are heavy book readers. #alexreader
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    Image of josh.morgart josh.morgart
    11/04/09

    @brianmi40: I concur. I like what the Nook was trying to do, but I think it failed with no web browser. I want to be able to switch from an ebook, to a website, to an RSS feed, and maybe listen to an MP3, but I dont want a whole netbook/laptop. Im interested in that Archos tablet, or the Creative tablet to see what they bring to the table.
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    Image of Adam Spano Adam Spano
    11/04/09

    @weatherman: I think there is some merit in a simple MP3 player, but nothing more.

    Load your ebook reader with some classical music, add headphones, read away! #alexreader
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    11/04/09

    @josh.morgart: I think we'll get there in the not too distant future. I don't think we're too far off of having a lightweight tablet that's good for reading as well as all sorts of other stuff. There are just a couple tech hurdles (screen readability, power consumption) that quite a few companies are working on. Some have pretty compelling solutions.
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    11/03/09

    In reply to Barnes & Noble's Nook May Violate Spring Design's Alex Reader Intellectual Property
    Upon reading the title I thought "Oh, I doubt that. Upon seeing the pictures, yeah, I don't know what they thought they were doing. #nookvsalex
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    11/02/09

    In reply to Barnes & Noble's Nook May Violate Spring Design's Alex Reader Intellectual Property
    Yeah, our dear friends at that other blog smelled this one coming when Alex first dropped. Its announcement was flung together, perhaps not unlike its current patent applications, to beat the Nook's reveal. [www.engadget.com] #nookvsalex
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    11/02/09

    In reply to Barnes & Noble's Nook May Violate Spring Design's Alex Reader Intellectual Property
    although it looks bulky, I really like the spring design e-reader. #nookvsalex
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    11/02/09

    In reply to Barnes & Noble's Nook May Violate Spring Design's Alex Reader Intellectual Property
    of course B&N would find a way to mess this up #nookvsalex
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    11/02/09

    @cardboredbox: That was my initial thought too. As long as there is no injunction before the Nook goes on sale I'm good. #nookvsalex
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    11/02/09

    In reply to Barnes & Noble's Nook May Violate Spring Design's Alex Reader Intellectual Property
    From a outright design perspective, I'd take the nook over alex's ereader #nookvsalex
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