Re: Third Internet Tablet spotted on FCC
 

I'm a bit concerned about the ergonomics of the thing. The slider makes sense for a lot of users, but if it hasn't changed sizes from the N800 the balance seems like it'd be off and it's entering into the droppable category.

Thing about that photo is while the shape is tablet-like, there's nothing to relate it to. The change in battery makes sense given the slider's presence, but it affords a lot more than just that.

I think there's a good chance the new tablet is smaller, keyboard-focused version of the platform (making it more pocketable and comparable to the Apple lineup) as opposed to our larger, stylus-focused one. It will introduce a more refined, faster UI and the N800s will see a software update to run the improvements as well. This way, both devices can be sold side-by-side.

That's my guess, anyway.

Re: Third Internet Tablet spotted on FCC
 

Given the drawbacks introduced by opening the platform, I just don't see how that's possible, unless Nokia manages to design in nextgen CPUs ahead of the competition with every tablet. To your unquoted point, however, to *me* it boils down to what's acceptable to the general targetted audience. In that respect, a slight reduction in perceived performance made up by attractive features. I think THAT is easily achievable, and I believe you'll see Nokia get closer and closer, faster and faster. It all comes down to critical mass. Where and when that point is reached I cannot speculate.

Re: Third Internet Tablet spotted on FCC
 

Like many companies in this space, Nokia performs numerous tests during R&D specific to that issue. This isn't being done blindly.

Also, note that all photos are prototypes.

To your other points, well... : X

Re: Third Internet Tablet spotted on FCC
 

Meh, the only important CompUSA is the one near me. ;)

Re: Third Internet Tablet spotted on FCC
 

Hmmm...it isn't the right shape for this, is it?

http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.en...kia-iphone.jpg

http://www.engadget.com/2007/08/29/n...-no-seriously/

If not I suspect this is still the direction Nokia is going. I get the feeling the 770/n800 platform is a just development project for Nokia till they can release a phone with a Linux operating system.

Re: Third Internet Tablet spotted on FCC
 

No, no, and no. This is another cellular device that has nothing to do with the IT platform (thank goodness).

Re: Third Internet Tablet spotted on FCC
 

ffs not again, please! We all understand you cannot give specifics and that where possible you give hints and up front tips, but can we just stop with these all-encompassing vapid kind of posts?

I don't understand why on earth you, or someone from nokia, cannot just say yes, it's got a slide-out keyboard that doubles as a metal hardcover and will have gps onboard. If it's the case, let us know, I'll start saving up! certainly wouldn't mean that apple is going to put out a copy-cat spoiler or something.

I really, really don't get this secret squirrell approach. We're grown men ffs!
(I haven't seen any evidence of female posters on here, well, one that got scared off about a month ago).

The one thing I'm hoping isn't the case is that it's smaller, or actually that it has a smaller screen. that would be a bit weird.

Anyway, anyone got one yet? texrat? :)

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I'm not. They're quite a bit of fun, in fact.

Because textrat isn't authorized and the people that are aren't on here (and wouldn't tell you if they were). Grown men would understand the concepts behind contractual obligation and NDAs. <_<

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or to sum it up: he can tell you, but then he would have to kill you ;)

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Or he could tell you after you have signed nda.