Well, debernardis has kindly raised the bar in helping me understand that maybe my answer should be a hesitant "no." But the N800 has sure worked its way into my life in a very short time. She's with me all the time I call her "Mandy."

I'm more the practical sort who has never bought (nor could afford) the latest gadgets. I don't own an iPod or iPhone. I do have a Sandisk Sansa that someone gave me which plays my favorite podcast while I mow the lawn.

But, the N800 has freed me to be out of the office yet still be available. I didn't even know about the internet tablet until a daily check of Bargain Jack had the Buy.com sale. (Plus I'm new to the Linux world and think Ubuntu is fantastic.) I'm waiting to install lots of applications until I read your reviews on the new OS. Sure, I could live without the N800. But, I sure enjoy having it.

(And, I'll add that the enjoyment has been greatly enhanced by this board and the information available from it.)