It's not lack of interest, per se. More like overdosing.

Back in the day every small, non-windows machine made a splash in the Competitors section. But at this here CES there were so many announcement/rumours/secret showings of 5-to7" tablets that even an addict's eyes would glaze over.

Not to mention that most such news bites were suspiciously light on actual specs and details, let alone launch dates and prices.

We all know from experience that 99% of these gizmos are just prototypes made just to gauge public interest, and will never see the inside of a shipping box.

Right now, I prefer a N900 in my pocket, flaws 'n all.