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Senh: Cool. I'll probably get this rather than the iPad. I like the iPad, but I already have an HD2, which can do pretty much everything the iPad can, except the screen is only 4.3".

Senh: It's interesting that the editor of Gizmodo on the video thinks that tablet computers are completely unnecessary if you've already have a smartphone and a laptop. Blame Steve Jobs. He's created a completely new market for tablet computers. I tend to agree with her. I have an HD2 and doesn't feel the need for an iPad, but I've heard of many people who has converted. Samsung's Galaxy Tab is only 7" compared to the 10" iPad. Since it's running Android which supports Flash, it's a great alternative to the iPad.

Senh: It's a same. Google started building Chrome OS targeting the netbook market. Now, it seems like the iPad had stolen its thunder. It's gonna be confusing. Tablet manufacturers have already started building Android-powered tablets. Users will be confused and think that Chrome OS will be able to run apps created for Android devices. I think they might have to scrap Chrome OS eventually. It doesn't make sense to have both.

Senh: Steve Jobs once again proved everyone wrong with the iPad's success. The initial reviews were mixed at best, but now, it's obvious that it's a huge hit and is changing the course of personal computing. Every cellphone maker is making a tablet computer. Now, it's the BlackBerry's turn.

Senh: It sure sounds like it. I have a desktop just because I don't want to get rid of it. I'm using my laptop all the time now. With laptops so cheap and portable, it doesn't make much sense to have a desktop unless you're into heavy-duty video editing, computer animation, or print design.