I'm not really sure I'm sold on a clamshell device for the N900.

There are certainly benefits to such a design: for example a built-in stand and a built in screen protector. Of course, it also implies that the screen will be farther from the keyboard, it may be slightly more awkward to hold, and it'll require one more step (and a free hand) to use the device. I would imagine that the hinges would also make the device slightly larger, though this could probably be mitigated through clever placement.

I own a flip phone and didn't mind it (when I was using it), but it was easily flicked open with one hand for use. A larger device like the N900 would likely require two hands to open, and for quick intermittent use, would probably get on my nerves a bit.

I think it's a wonderful idea, but I'm not sure if it's for me.


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