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#28
Originally Posted by DistantFire View Post
Okay here's the crux for me: As I've said now and then in posts for months, what I really, really want from my tablet is the possibility of using it as my main personal computer. I want it all. I want to be able to take it in my pocket (i.e. slightly larger than a smartphone) for on-the-go browsing, email, access to my data and documents, etc. But I also want to be able to come home and plop this same machine into a docking station (or use a USB hub) to connect it to a larger screen and full-size keyboard so I can use it as more than a PMP.

Tell me something, silvermountain: Could I jump to Android and leave Windows behind for good, as I could with Ubuntu? The one thing my N810 doesn't have which precludes making this kind of jump is no video out (and the 400 MHz cpu). With the following enticing comment, these Archos units (43, 70 and 101) could bridge that gap:

Android™ on TV
Basically, this is what you see on your product screen, but ten times bigger. With its TV output, the ARCHOS 43 internet tablet displays every Android™ sceen on your wide screen TV.
(italic emphasis is mine - DF)

With this HDMI output and serious apps like "Documents to Go" could it really be possible, or will I eventually need to shell out the $800 - $1,000 for a "true" UPMC?

Thanks, DF
Perhaps look into the Nokia N8? It has an HDMI-out even without any dock (adapter included) and it mirrors the UI on the TV. Also accepts bluetooth keyboards and mice. Even works with USB keyboards and mice due to its USB-on-the-go. Office software is available. Will play 720p video and other media fine. Not the fastest on the market by a long shot, but for usage scenario might work.