This week’s Google I/O conference ushered in an array of new and future developments from the Web search leader, touching on everything from new ideas for laptop computers to Google’s own online music storage system. Google’s Android mobile OS received several moments in the spotlight as well. One new Android development to make its debut was Android@Home, which will let Android device users connect with, communicate with and control their home appliances. A related technology is Project Tungsten.
Or perhaps he was wrong then and now. This cloud-only model isn't proven and the author is gushing about it. The device looks like a laptop or netbook - but it is crippled and limited. Actually it looks like a BORING laptop or netbook? I am not sure why you would buy into a boring device that forces you to use software that may not be your first choice - no iTunes, no Office, etc.
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Android's Next Step May Hit Too Close to Home
Posted by: Richard Adhikari May 13, 2011 05:00 AMThis week’s Google I/O conference ushered in an array of new and future developments from the Web search leader, touching on everything from new ideas for laptop computers to Google’s own online music storage system. Google’s Android mobile OS received several moments in the spotlight as well. One new Android development to make its debut was Android@Home, which will let Android device users connect with, communicate with and control their home appliances. A related technology is Project Tungsten.