Re: [NTLK] Newton Killer - OS X? - Epilog

From: David Deranian (deranian_at_mac.com)
Date: Thu Sep 23 2004 - 18:20:28 PDT


Well, thanks for everyone's input. As the person that started this
thread, it reveals to me that the way we use all our devices (Newton,
laptops, desktops, etc.) are similar in many ways.

What I gathered from most everyone's responses, is that for a lot of us
that use multiple devices for our work and play, that the Newton fills
a specific void in our computing arsenal that can't quite be duplicated
with any other device. I think we must admit that most of us are a
pretty "wired" group. That means that a lot of us are probably the most
content when we know we have easy access to all our digital data, and I
agree that reaching down and grabbing a Newt out of your backpack on a
crowded bus is way more realistic than trying to open a laptop.

Ironically, the question about anyone that used their Newton as their
main computer for any length of time didn't turn up many people. Only
one person said he used his Newton exclusively for a number of years.
My guess is that some newer or younger users may fall into that
category.

In conclusion, I agree with what Ed contributed. Unlike other even more
modern day devices, the Newton can stand on it's own if need be. And
with a little extra effort on the users side, the Newton could almost
completely assume the tasks of a laptop computer, at least the way most
people use a laptop. Suffice it to say, it looks like the Newton has
found a special and unique place for those of us that run an array of
desktop machines, laptops and PDAs. Conversely, it looks like after
nearly a decade it can still be a damn good laptop replacement for a
lot of folks out there. That's pretty amazing.

-D.

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