Finally they came up with the interactive book from the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (the one from the 2005 movie).
Only thing missing is the LCARS-esque interface to Wikipedia and custom case with the book cover look to it.
Intel, Lenovo spread foldable computer fever at CES
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Re: Intel, Lenovo spread foldable computer fever at CES
#42I would have been extremely negative on this Lenovo machine if it didn’t have the keyboard docking solution that it does have. I have to admit that it’s clever and practical. What the machine needs is a way for the fully folded out display to stand itself up at a comfortable viewing angle. One thing I’m concerned about is the hardware-first mentality that OEMs have taken to foldable designs. The whole experience need…
> Windows still isn’t a touch experience that I’ve seen anyone use in the wild because the bulk of its utility is with legacy style Windows applications that demand precise cursor movement and keyboard shortcuts. Every single person I’ve seen using a Surface Pro at coffee shops has been using it in “laptop mode.”
The reality is that the keyboard is still the best way to transfer large amount of data from your head to your hard drive.
Touch in Windows is great, I love it. I use it all the time. It's another tool, like the mouse. If you took it away then I'd be pissed. And just like the mouse, it doesn't replace the keyboard.
Re: Intel, Lenovo spread foldable computer fever at CES
#43I can’t help but think, when I read things like this, that laptops are already foldable. I don’t get why people want the screen to be foldable too. I haven’t seen a use case that’s gelled for me, but perhaps I’m just missing the point and it’s just about technojoy.
More screen real estate.
For example you could have a laptop screens that opens horizontally, a normally positioned keyboard, and almost double your usable screen real estate on the road. Akin to this: https://odditymall.com/slidenjoy-laptop-slides
Re: Intel, Lenovo spread foldable computer fever at CES
#44I'm over here just wanting a laptop that isn't so thin it feels like it's going to snap in half every time I pick it up and has a battery that lets it run for more than 5 hours. Maybe one day the future will bless us with computers that are portable and usable.
That definitely exists. My laptop is an inch thick and lasts ten hours with a quad core CPU and a high resolution screen.
Don't leave us hanging! What laptop do you have?
Re: Intel, Lenovo spread foldable computer fever at CES
#45Re: Intel, Lenovo spread foldable computer fever at CES
#46Why would I ever want a laptop with a software keyboard?
Re: Intel, Lenovo spread foldable computer fever at CES
#47Earlier quoted context omitted.
I want an actual foldable display. These seem like they are merely bendable. Think back to the time when people actually bought paper maps and newspapers. You would take the map, find the area of interest, then fold it up so that you could see what you needed. Obviously a display can show anything anywhere, but the idea of being able to take a large display and fold it to the perfect size for the circumstances would…
I just don’t see how bendable or foldable displays are in any way durable. Bending like this is one thing, but truly folding something damages it. Even simple paper starts to fall apart after a few times folding and unfolding. There’s no way a complex display device would be able to survive 1000s of cycles.
Make it out of some type of fabrics. They stand up much better to folding than paper or plastic.
Re: Intel, Lenovo spread foldable computer fever at CES
#48I would have been extremely negative on this Lenovo machine if it didn’t have the keyboard docking solution that it does have. I have to admit that it’s clever and practical. What the machine needs is a way for the fully folded out display to stand itself up at a comfortable viewing angle. One thing I’m concerned about is the hardware-first mentality that OEMs have taken to foldable designs. The whole experience need…
> Windows still isn’t a touch experience that I’ve seen anyone use in the wild because the bulk of its utility is with legacy style Windows applications that demand precise cursor movement and keyboard shortcuts. Every single person I’ve seen using a Surface Pro at coffee shops has been using it in “laptop mode.” The reality is that the keyboard is still the best way to transfer large amount of data from your head to…
I'm still waiting for a Surface with a keyboard that's sturdy enough to hold the screen (making the kickstand unnecessary), and perhaps holding an extra battery.
Yes, I still don't get why the 10" laptops don't come in a clamshell form factor.
Re: Intel, Lenovo spread foldable computer fever at CES
#49Eh, I'm having a hard time finding what advantage this would actually give you.
When it comes down to it, they're all still novelties. Tablets have been consumption devices you use every now and then. The truth is that touchscreen keyboards just can't match physical ones. And until tablets become productivity devices, they will always be treated as novelties (rightfully so).
Every tablet I've owned (iPad and Nexus 7) could pair with a Bluetooth keyboard.
That said, I rarely bother using my keyboard anymore with my iPad. I can type just fine on the glass, although I wouldn't want to do it for extended periods of time.
Re: Intel, Lenovo spread foldable computer fever at CES
#50Earlier quoted context omitted.
> Windows still isn’t a touch experience that I’ve seen anyone use in the wild because the bulk of its utility is with legacy style Windows applications that demand precise cursor movement and keyboard shortcuts. Every single person I’ve seen using a Surface Pro at coffee shops has been using it in “laptop mode.” The reality is that the keyboard is still the best way to transfer large amount of data from your head to…
I'm still waiting for a Surface with a keyboard that's sturdy enough to hold the screen (making the kickstand unnecessary), and perhaps holding an extra battery. Yes, I still don't get why the 10" laptops don't come in a clamshell form factor.
Isn't the Surface Book what you're describing?