OQO: Vapor No More... But That Doesn't Mean It's Worth Buying
from the overhyped,-underdelivered dept
After two and a half years of hype and promises and vaporware awards, it appears that "the handheld computer that could (hype)" has finally been released. Yes, despite the fact that there are four or five companies working on nearly identical products, and despite the fact that the original was promised at under $1,000 (as opposed to the nearly $2,000 it is), the OQO is finally shipping. It also didn't live up to its initial billing as a computer that would act as a "core" for other form factors... such as a desktop or laptop where you could simply slot in the OQO and be on your way. It does have a desktop docking station, but it doesn't seem to have all the ports your standard docking station would have, and it appears the company has moved away from that "core component" concept (though, some of the other handheld companies are still working on that). Walt Mossberg is not impressed. The NY Times calls it "amazing," and then proceeds to pick apart all its weaknesses. Some early adopters may like it as a (pricey) novelty item, but it probably makes sense to wait until a few other full powered handheld computers hit the market.
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Otherwise, I would slap down my plastic & buy one immediately.
waiting for next generation
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