tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6704108947582386581.post3329779178293877405..comments2023-09-18T07:07:26.959-07:00Comments on MOBILITY MATTERS: RIP UMPC - But is the 7" Touch Screen Tablet PC really dead?Gail Levyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04493579669816330352noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6704108947582386581.post-79632316119917730542008-12-17T06:59:00.000-08:002008-12-17T06:59:00.000-08:00I really like the UMPC formfactor and have enjoyed...I really like the UMPC formfactor and have enjoyed my Q1 Ultra for almost a year. However, it is a supplement, or a liasion between my primary PC and my Tablet PC.<BR/>I particularly like it for its small size and use it for checking my email, quick surfing and viewing powerpoint presentations and notes for my classes. I do use it quite a bit but it is not a replacement for either of my main devices.<BR/>A few things will have to happen before UMPC's become more popular. 1. Advertising - I don't see any other than the free advertising I give when someone asks me about my UMPC..and most like it. I've even "sold" a few. 2. Price - They are way too expensive for the mainstream and are being surpassed by netbooks because netbooks are less expensive. C'mon...how much more does a digitizer *really* cost? 3. Performance - Out of the box, my Q1 was a slug. I had to add more memory and search the internet for ways to squeeze more performance out of it...which I did and I'm happy with it. But,not everyone who purchases one will be inclined to do that and will not be happy.<BR/>So, reduce the price, increase teh performance and advertise and the market may look a little brighter. Hey, even the "PC" guy in the PC - Mac commercials would look cool with a UMPC.. Somethin like "hey, can your Mac do this?"<BR/><BR/>DavidAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com