I've really started to get exited at the possibilities provided by tablet PC's. In particular, I am interested in the new ways that pen based input, combined with a large display and the wireless web, will allow people to work. Lounging back in a soft chair and reading my morning weblogs and online news sources is really starting to sound appealing.

I have also used an innovative piece of software called Denim [Dec 10] to collaboratively design web applications. Denim was designed from the start to be used on a pen based system and though I have only had the opportunity to use it with a mouse for input, the potential is enticing.

When I first heard of tablet PC's, I wasn't quite convinced by Microsoft's hype, partially because the idea is by no means a new one; tablet PC's have been around in various forms for a while. I am still not sure what the future of the tablet has in store for us, but I am inspired by the Toshiba Portégé 3500, which has the ability to transform itself between a regular laptop and a tablet. I think this flexibility makes this a must have feature of the next PC I purchase. 9:10:01 PM    comment []