Over Achiever
Feb 7, 2003, 09:23 AM
Hi all, I know tablet PCs are dumb and stupid, but check this out:
http://dualscreen.com/images/2003_2-vu_sm.jpg
http://www.dualscreen.com/
Several scientific studies have shown that reading in portrait-mode, 8.5 x 11-inch format, increases reading speed, comprehension and retention.
Interesting concept I must say.:)
From the manufacture press release (Dated 11-12-02):
"It is becoming increasingly clear that the desktop PC as we know it, is dead,"..."As the marketplace scrambles to find new ground we have see several large PC makers adopting the tablet PC. The initial response to the slate concept, however, has left consumers wanting, leaving the market convinced that the tablet is not the next form factor of choice. In response, Estari is replacing the office desktop PC with the 2-VU(TM), dual-screen mobile laptop."
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"Estari Inc. is on schedule to deliver the 2-VU(TM), its patented dual-screen mobile laptop computer, to selected vertical markets in early 2003"..."Unlike tablet PCs, the 2-VU(TM) has two full-sized (13.3- or 15-inch diagonal), full color touch screens."
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"The 2-VU(TM) uses a Microsoft Windows(R) XP or 2000 operating system and FileScout(TM), Estari's digital document management software package, which will organize and manage information in virtually any file format--wherever the information is located. Customers will soon be able to order 2-VUs from Estari's websites: www.dualscreen.com, www.estari.com, or through selected resellers."
From the specs sheet:
Pentium-III Ultra Low Voltage processor 800 MHz or higher
Up to eight hours of battery life (battery in second bay)
Dual XGA (1024x768) 13.3 or 15" touch screens
Input from stylus, standard or wireless keyboard/mouse, or onboard keyboard
Up to 1 GB RAM, up to 60 GB HD
Internal Combo Drive
Two Mini PCI Type III Slot for internal wireless/bluetooth/other
Smart Card and Compact Flash Memory Card Reader
PC Card slot, type I/II
3 USB ports, 1 Firewire 400 port
RJ-11, RJ-45 ports (modem and ethernet)
Stereo speakers, headphone jack, line-in, microphone
This is a very pricey computer, but the 13.3" model looks really appealing :p All I can say is, this is a cool concept.
But he says the company plans to produce a consumer version late next summer that will feature less expensive 10-inch screens. "They'll be a little more attractive in terms of price for consumers," he says.
What do ya'll think?
http://dualscreen.com/images/2003_2-vu_sm.jpg
http://www.dualscreen.com/
Several scientific studies have shown that reading in portrait-mode, 8.5 x 11-inch format, increases reading speed, comprehension and retention.
Interesting concept I must say.:)
From the manufacture press release (Dated 11-12-02):
"It is becoming increasingly clear that the desktop PC as we know it, is dead,"..."As the marketplace scrambles to find new ground we have see several large PC makers adopting the tablet PC. The initial response to the slate concept, however, has left consumers wanting, leaving the market convinced that the tablet is not the next form factor of choice. In response, Estari is replacing the office desktop PC with the 2-VU(TM), dual-screen mobile laptop."
...
"Estari Inc. is on schedule to deliver the 2-VU(TM), its patented dual-screen mobile laptop computer, to selected vertical markets in early 2003"..."Unlike tablet PCs, the 2-VU(TM) has two full-sized (13.3- or 15-inch diagonal), full color touch screens."
...
"The 2-VU(TM) uses a Microsoft Windows(R) XP or 2000 operating system and FileScout(TM), Estari's digital document management software package, which will organize and manage information in virtually any file format--wherever the information is located. Customers will soon be able to order 2-VUs from Estari's websites: www.dualscreen.com, www.estari.com, or through selected resellers."
From the specs sheet:
Pentium-III Ultra Low Voltage processor 800 MHz or higher
Up to eight hours of battery life (battery in second bay)
Dual XGA (1024x768) 13.3 or 15" touch screens
Input from stylus, standard or wireless keyboard/mouse, or onboard keyboard
Up to 1 GB RAM, up to 60 GB HD
Internal Combo Drive
Two Mini PCI Type III Slot for internal wireless/bluetooth/other
Smart Card and Compact Flash Memory Card Reader
PC Card slot, type I/II
3 USB ports, 1 Firewire 400 port
RJ-11, RJ-45 ports (modem and ethernet)
Stereo speakers, headphone jack, line-in, microphone
This is a very pricey computer, but the 13.3" model looks really appealing :p All I can say is, this is a cool concept.
But he says the company plans to produce a consumer version late next summer that will feature less expensive 10-inch screens. "They'll be a little more attractive in terms of price for consumers," he says.
What do ya'll think?
