so if the AVP gives you virtually unlimited screen size why would one want to add an awkward and fragile, space constrained physical display which is definitely more prone to problems than a projected one?
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Kuo: Apple Planning 20-Inch MacBook With Foldable Screen
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Somehow I just don't see this happening.
Macbooks have physical keyboards, so it's more likely going to be a 20" foldable iPad. And that's if Apple ever decide to release a not perfect screen folding mechanism. I haven't seen a folding screen yet that does not look rough on the fold, is completely flat when unfolded and that will live up to the high quality standards Apple sets.
It's just not going to happen until foldable screens are injected with nanobots that repair the fold.
Macbooks have physical keyboards, so it's more likely going to be a 20" foldable iPad. And that's if Apple ever decide to release a not perfect screen folding mechanism. I haven't seen a folding screen yet that does not look rough on the fold, is completely flat when unfolded and that will live up to the high quality standards Apple sets.
It's just not going to happen until foldable screens are injected with nanobots that repair the fold.
What a stupid idea. Laptops fold already. I like the proper keyboard to type on and I like the screen to look at above that. I really have no idea what this is for, assuming the rumour proves to be true. The only sense I can see in folding screens is so that things can fit in your pocket or a small bag.
Check out two Windows laptops, the Asus ZenBook Duo 2024 and the Lenovo Yoga Book 9i. Once you see how these laptops perform, you’ll understand why that 20” folding laptop might be rather exciting to people.
I think you got this the wrong way around!
They’re all the same “thing.” The form factor will of course improve. Not at all hideous however. The stand does need improvement for sure.
Well I could understand if they said it was a foldable iPad I suppose, but I'm not getting the foldable laptop concept. Unless they are just going to call a large iPad that folds a laptop now?
Go read a Lenovo 16 Fold review if you want to get it, instead of just repeating over and over “I don’t get it.” There’s also the HP Spectre option but it’s absurdly Apple-esque in its overpricedness.
Well, thank you for your advice, not that I have repeated anything "over and over". Anyway, in common with most people who have commented on this article, I don't think I want to "get it" in either sense of the phrase. But I'm glad you like the concept. Each to his or her own!
So, we'll be getting a 10.2-inch device consisting of 3 layers (one keyboard & two screen) when folded?
Sounds like a good idea: Bigger screen in smaller form factor. That's smaller than my 11" iPad Pro!
But are 10" enough for a full size keyboard? 🤔
Sounds like a good idea: Bigger screen in smaller form factor. That's smaller than my 11" iPad Pro!
But are 10" enough for a full size keyboard? 🤔
Yes please. I used to own a 16 inch Mac, then went to 13 inch M1, now back to 16 inch and it makes a big difference. Another four inches would presumably be even better.
And it‘s total crap. Instead of going thin and light you go thick and heavy and have to carry around more stuff. Total nonsense.