Last June PC makerAOpen displayed a small PC-compatible desktop computer that closely resembled Apple’s Mac mini. Now the company plans to put them into product, and says the tiny PC will hit store shelves in time for Christmas at prices starting at US$399.
The small system features a low profile and compact dimensions, along with a front slot-loading optical drive. They were first unveiled by Intel earlier this year as part of an effort to spur interest in using Intel’s Pentium M microprocessor in small desktops intended for living rooms and entertainment centers.
Apple didn’t announce new PowerMacs or Powerbooks as many people expected, but they did come out with a new iMac. The new 20″ is thinner than the original 17″ used to be, which makes it pretty thin for an all-in-one desktop. It includes a built-in iSight camera with even better specs than previous versions.
Software-wise they have introduced Front Row which allows you to experience all the media on your computer with the use of a new six button remote. Don’t know how useful this is if it’s supposed to be used across the room. Possibly just gearing up toward the Home Theater PC that everyone expects from Apple.
Just watch the demo videos of the TactaPad in action and you will see how cool it is, yet how ineffective it is in an environment that requires keyboard typing. I don’t know the benefits it offers over using a mouse (maybe prevents carpal tunnel), but overall it is a very cool concept.
As mentioned at Mavromatic it does give you that Minority Report feel.Interestingly enough, the product isn’t for sale so I can only assume the compan is looking to license the technology. Let’s see if anyone decides to jump on that offer.
– via Mavromatic
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